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Latest maritime intelligence brief, highlighting fragile truces in the Red Sea, rising maritime tensions in the South China Sea and escalating cyber threats.
Red Sea: conditional pause ≠ safe passage
Houthi statements indicate a pause on attacks against non-Israeli ships, contingent on Israeli adherence to the Gaza ceasefire; Israeli-flagged or linked vessels remain targets. Dryad Global assesses the truce as highly fragile and strongly advises against transiting the Red Sea/Bab al-Mandab under current conditions.
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Good bridge resource management (BRM) - including a discussion between the Master and pilot of the weather, the vessel’s handling with stern trim and how the bridge team would monitor the vessel’s progress - can help avoid costly potential damage, port delays, and operational disruptions. Make a Good Catch by establishing a culture on the bridge where crew members feel empowered to voice any concern, especially when something doesn’t look right.
Full advisory at the following link.
https://www.american-club.com/files/files/API_Good_Catch_It_Was_All_Set_EN.pdf
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https://www.american-club.com/files/files/MA_101525_Good_Catch_Update_It_Was_All_Set.pdf
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INTRODUCTION
The transportation of military cargo by sea is an operation that requires meticulous planning and a robust understanding of regulatory frameworks, safety standards and security protocols. In an era of geopolitical tensions and increased demand for defence logistics, moving military goods – ranging from small arms ammunition and riot control agents to armoured vehicles and explosive ordnance – presents challenges far beyond those of ordinary commercial shipments. At the core of this process lies the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code, developed by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). Though often treated as a compliance checklist, the IMDG Code is, in practice, a living document that sets the standard for maritime safety and risk management when dealing with hazardous cargoes, including military consignments.
SANCTIONS, EXPORT CONTROLS AND DUE DILIGENCE
In addition to operational hazards, shipping military cargo involves navigating a complex web of international sanctions and export controls. Many defence-related items are subject to restrictions under UN Security Council Resolutions, European Union regulations, or the laws of individual states such as the United States’ Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). Operators are obliged to screen shippers, consignees and any intermediaries against relevant sanctions lists. Failing to do so can result in severe consequences, including seizure of the cargo, suspension of trading licenses, and the loss of protection and indemnity (P&I) insurance coverage. This article does not cover the necessary screening and sanction checks required, and it is therefore prudent to seek legal advice from counsel experienced in sanctions compliance before proceeding.
Full advisory at the following link.
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Highlighting incidents of concern regarding coal shipments from the north-east Coast of the United States (US), based on Marine Safety Alert 07-25 issued by the US Coast Guard (USCG).
On occasion, coal loaded from ports on the north-east coast of the US has shown methane (CH₄) readings in cargo holds exceeding 20% of the Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) during voyages, even when the shipper’s cargo declaration did not indicate that the cargo was liable to emit methane.
According to the IMSBC Code Schedule for Coal, the shipper shall provide in writing the characteristics of the cargo, especially whether the cargo is liable to emit methane.
Full advisory at the following link.
https://britanniapandi.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Coals-Emitting-Methane-Update.pdf