Security

Maersk has released a statement explaining that it has suspended vessel calls at the Port of Haifa, Israel, for Maersk-operated vessels due to the Israel-Iran conflict

In view of recent heightened risk due to geopolitical uncertainty, Steamship Mutual and Marine Media Enterprises have published a video on how to stay safe when navigating through high-risk maritime areas.

Amid ongoing regional tensions and evolving threats, Ambrey assesses persistent elevated risk to Israel-linked vessels in the Red Sea, with potential risk escalation for US, UK, and allied shipping should military actions against the Houthis or Iran resume.

Over the past week, 10-16 June, four incidents of armed robbery against ships in Asia (all CAT 3 incidents) were reported to the ReCAAP ISC.

Dryad Global has issued a maritime security update, highlighting a volatile regional security landscape marked by military escalation, electronic interference and increased risks to commercial vessels in the Arabian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, Gulf of Oman and Northern Arabian Sea.

Joint Maritime Information Center (JMIC) has issued an advisory outlining the current maritime security situation in the Arabian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, and Northern Arabian Sea as of 16 June 2025, detailing regional tensions, electronic interference, and recommended precautionary measures. 

Tensions in the Middle East have risen significantly, raising concerns about potential escalations in military activity that could disrupt shipping through key waterways like the Gulf, the Gulf of Oman, and the Straits of Hormuz, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). 

Dryad Global in its latest advisory highlighted critical developments impacting commercial shipping and maritime operations worldwide. 

Over the past week, 4-9 June eight incidents of armed robbery against ships in Asia were reported to the ReCAAP ISC.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has published its Monthly Piracy Report for the month of April 2025.