On 30 January 2024, the Chair of the Steering Committee to the Djibouti Code of Conduct and its Jeddah Amendment rendered high praise to the Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF) and Coast Guards successfully regaining control of a hijacked Sri Lankan vessel from armed Somali pirates, aboard vessel Topaz. His congratulatory statement follows Seychelles President Ramkalawan's…

The welfare of seafarers, despite being the lifeblood of international trade, remains a pressing concern in the maritime industry. In this written interview with Mr. David Appleton of Nautilus International, we delve into the heart of the matter, exploring the nuances of seafarers' welfare, the challenges they face, and the imperative for collective action to…

The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) manages a Voluntary Reporting Scheme (VRS) covering the Indian Ocean, specifically the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, and Arabian Sea. This program, in compliance with the Maritime Security Chart Q6099, is administered by the Maritime Trade Information Centre (MTIC) under the jurisdiction of UKMTO in Dubai. To see the…

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