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Panama Raids China-Linked Company's Offices After Court Voids Canal Port Contracts
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Officials from Panama's Prosecutor General’s Office on Thursday raided the offices of Panama Ports Company (PPC), a China-linked organization that up until recently controlled two key ports at the Panama Canal. The post Panama Raids China-Linked Company’s Off…

Christian K. Caruzo
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Algoma Central Corporation Announces Agreement to Acquire Lower Lakes Fleet
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ST. CATHARINES, Ontario — Algoma Central Corporation (“Algoma” or “the Company”) (TSX: ALC), a leading provider of marine transportation services, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Mainstay Maritime Inc.’s (“Mainstay”) thre…

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AI for Maritime and Shipping on Azure: Predictive Routing, Port Intelligence, and Fleet Optimisation
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Optimize maritime operations with Azure AI. Predictive routing, port intelligence, and fleet optimization for efficiency and sustainability in shipping.

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What caused the Cuba speedboat shooting? #world
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A deadly maritime encounter with lingering questions Cuban authorities say a Florida‑registered speedboat was intercepted off the island’s northern coast after its passengers opened fire on Cuban forces. Cuban officials reported that four people aboard the ve…

EU Seeks G7 Coordination on Maritime Services Ban on Russian Seaborne Oil
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The European Union needs to coordinate its plan to impose a full maritime services ban on Russia’s seaborne crude oil exports with other G7 countries before pushing ahead with the measure, the EU’s sanctions envoy said on Thursday. The European …

Tata Motors signs MoU with VOC Port Authority to deploy 40 green hydrogen-powered trucks
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Tata Motors will commence trials with a hydrogen-powered prime mover, followed by the phased deployment of H2 ICE-powered prime movers over the next two years

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Panama Takes Control of Key Canal Ports After Court Nullifies China-Linked Contracts
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The government of Panama on Monday took administrative and operative control of two key Panama Canal ports following the Panamanian's Supreme Court ruling that annulled the contracts signed with a China-linked organization. The post Panama Takes Control of Ke…

Christian K. Caruzo
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U.S. military boards third sanctioned oil tanker in the Indian Ocean after tracking it from the Caribbean
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The Treasury Department's website states the Bertha is under U.S. sanctions related to Iran.

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US forces interdict another fugitive tanker ship in Indian Ocean
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U.S. forces intercept fugitive oil tanker "Bertha" in Indian Ocean as President Donald Trump's sanctions blockade reaches global waters, officials announced Tuesday.

U.S. Chase Ends in Indian Ocean with Boarding of Sanctioned Tanker ‘Bertha’
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U.S. forces have boarded the sanctioned oil tanker Bertha in the Indian Ocean, marking the tenth vessel seized or interdicted in an intensifying campaign against the shadow fleet transporting illicit...

Mike Schuler
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US forces seize third sanctioned oil tanker, Pentagon says
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US forces have intercepted a sanctioned oil tanker, the Bertha, in the Indian Ocean after tracking it from Caribbean waters. This marks the third such seizure, with the vessel accused of defying Iran-related sanctions. The Pentagon confirmed the successful bo…

UK Sanctions New Zealand Insurer Maritime Mutual After Reuters Report
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Britain on Tuesday sanctioned Maritime Mutual, the New Zealand-based marine insurer that was the subject of a Reuters special report into how it had helped in the trade of tens of billions of dollars of Iranian and Russian oil. “(Maritime …

Shipping Minister Sonowal lays foundation stone for ₹1,500-crore projects at VOC Port
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These projects will improve cargo evacuation efficiency, shorten vessel turnaround times, strengthen multimodal logistics, and elevate operational safety, the VOC Port Authority said in a statement.

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Shipping Minister Sonowal lays foundation stone for ₹1,500-crore projects at VOC Port
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These projects will improve cargo evacuation efficiency, shorten vessel turnaround times, strengthen multimodal logistics, and elevate operational safety, the VOC Port Authority said in a statement.

BL Chennai Bureau
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Gulf countries back Kuwait’s sovereignty after Iraq draws new boundaries
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Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Saudi Arabia and UAE express support for Kuwait after Iraq submits new maritime coordinates to UN.

Urooba Jamal
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vessel-api-python 1.0.0
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7 days agoPypi.org

vessel-api-python 1.0.0

Python client for the Vessel Tracking API — maritime vessel tracking, port events, emissions, and navigation data.

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vessel-api-python added to PyPI
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Python client for the Vessel Tracking API — maritime vessel tracking, port events, emissions, and navigation data.

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Indian Navy backs joint effort to curb illegal fishing, drugs in Indian Ocean
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Admiral Dinesh Tripathi announces a significant expansion in India's maritime activities, supporting collaborative efforts to tackle illegal fishing and narcotics trafficking in the Indian Ocean Region as part of the IOS Sagar initiative.

Joint maritime mechanism in IOR will be based on consensus: Navy Chief
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India's Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Tripathi announced that any joint maritime mechanism in the Indian Ocean Region will be built on consensus. He highlighted India's commitment to supporting partner nations in capacity building. The Goa Maritime Conclave discu…

INDIAN ARMY HOSTS NATIONAL SEMINAR ON "ENHANCING MILITARY DECISION-MAKING THROUGH WARGAMING AND SIMULATION" AND RELEASES INDIGENOUS DECISION-SUPPORT APPLICATIONS
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The 9th Conclave of Chiefs of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) convened at Visakhapatnam on 20 Feb 2026, bringing together Chiefs of Navies and Heads of Maritime Security Agencies from 33 countries, representing IONS Members, Observers, and other India…

John Pike
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DFA Statement
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9 days agoGlobalsecurity.org

DFA Statement

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) is pleased to report on recent developments in pursuit of the four core dynamics of Philippine maritime statecraft.

John Pike
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Iran's Dena destroyer docks in Indian port as Tehran, New Delhi discuss maritime security
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Iran's Dena destroyer has docked in the Indian port of Visakhapatnam to take part in an international naval drill as senior naval commanders from Tehran and New Delhi held talks on strengthening maritime security cooperation.

John Pike
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Iranian Destroyer Dena docks at Indian port to participate in MILAN 2026 drills
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The destroyer "Dena" has docked at Visakhapatnam Port, eastern India, to participate in the international MILAN 2026 exercise, aimed at developing maritime diplomacy, expanding defense interactions, and showing operational capabilities of the Iranian navy in …

John Pike
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Canada, South Korea Partner to Rebuild Great Lakes Shipbuilding and Train Submarine Workforce
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A major new partnership between South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean and Ontario Shipyards aims to bring large-scale shipbuilding back to Canada’s Great Lakes — while building the skilled workforce needed to support future submarine construction....

Mike Schuler
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Ships Monthly - March 2026
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9 days agoRlsbb.to

Ships Monthly - March 2026

Ships Monthly is the world's leading international shipping magazine. Ships Monthly provides news and features for ship enthusiasts and maritime professionals, including reports on the ferry, cruise, new building and cargo ship scene as well as navies across …

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Northern border suffering from CBP staffing crisis — with New York struggling to track Canadian crossings, fed audit reveals
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CBP has not met its staffing goals when it comes to protecting the nearly 4,000 miles of land and maritime borders between the U.S. and Canada, according to a Government Accountability Office report.

Emily Goodin
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Chinese walnuts in the guise of Afghan in dry fruit container ship detained by Indian Customs at Nhava Sheva Port
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Indian Customs detain Chinese walnuts misdeclared as Afghan to evade duties, uncovering a ₹50 crore duty evasion scheme.

Subramani Ra Mancombu
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Navios Maritime Partners reports Q4 adjusted EPS $3.40 vs. $2.61 last year
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See the rest of the story here. legacy.thefly.com provides the latest financial news as it breaks. Known as a leader in market intelligence, The Fly's real-time, streaming news feed keeps individual investors, professional money managers, active traders, and…

Trump Administration Escalates War On Drugs With Lethal Maritime Strikes
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President Donald Trump announced plans for expanded "hard" land-based strikes against cartels, following naval interdictions that reportedly reduced drug flows by 33%. Mexican cartels like MS-13 have been designated as foreign terrorist organizations to justi…

Kevin Hughes
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Seanergy Maritime Q4 Earnings Call Highlights
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Seanergy Maritime (NASDAQ:SHIP) reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results highlighting its fifth consecutive year of profitability, continued...

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Maritime Action Plan: ICS Warns $1.5 Trillion Port Fee Plan Could Disrupt Global Trade
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The International Chamber of Shipping is backing efforts to revive U.S. shipbuilding but warning that proposed port fees on foreign-built vessels—projected to raise up to $1.5 trillion—could disrupt global trade and raise transport costs.

Mike Schuler
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Indian coastal authorities 'seize' 3 US-sanctioned oil tankers linked to Iran
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India News: NEW DELHI: Indian coastal authorities reportedly “seized three US-sanctioned tanker ships linked to Iran” earlier this month, a source informed TOI o.

Surendra Singh
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MMEA: M’sia maritime tourism safe, under control
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PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) has assured the country's maritime tourism safety is under control and is fully prepared to support the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign. Read full story

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With competitors hot on its heels, how can Singapore's port stay the course?
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Singapore's port handled a record 44.66 million containers in 2025, but as competition intensifies and geopolitical volatility persists, what will it take to remain indispensable as a maritime hub?

Two EU members oppose bloc’s latest Russia sanctions
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Greece and Malta are reportedly opposing an EU plan to ban maritime services for Russian crude, part of the bloc’s 20th sanctions package Read Full Article at RT.com

Australian Maritime College and HII Report Near-Perfect Availability as REMUS 100 Completes 935 Missions with Only Two Days of Downtime
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NEWNHAM TAS, Australia, Feb. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Australian Maritime College (AMC) and HII (NYSE: HII) today announced a major reliability milestone for AMC’s Legacy REMUS 100 autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV).

African maritime leaders urged to support global shipping emissions rule
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African maritime leaders have been urged to strengthen coordination and technical preparedness as global negotiations on decarbonising shipping gather pace under the IMO.

Patrick Beja
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New CBP vessel rule targets high-risk exports
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20 days agoYahoo Entertainment

New CBP vessel rule targets high-risk exports

CBP is shifting to mandatory pre-departure electronic filing for U.S. cargo exports to close security gaps and streamline maritime trade. The post New CBP...

John Gallagher
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India okays $175m package for Seychelles, inks 7 agreements
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India has announced a $175 million economic package for Seychelles, including a $125 million line of credit and a $50 million grant, to support projects in housing, health, and defence. The two nations also signed seven pacts, strengthening maritime security …

Marina SUA a confiscat un petrolier în Oceanul Indian, după ce l-a urmărit mii de mile marine, din Caraibe. Pentagonul susține că nava încălca blocada impusă de Donald Trump, care vizează transporturile de țiței din Venezuela.
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When the @DeptofWar says quarantine, we mean it. Nothing will stop DoW from defending our Homeland — even in oceans halfway around the world. Overnight, U.S. military forces conducted a right-of-visit, maritime interdiction and boarding on the Aquila II witho…

Bahamas: New Maritime and Customs Rules Take Effect
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Two amendments affecting marine navigation and seabed areas in the Bahamas took effect on July 1, 2025. The Port Authorities (Amendment) Act, 2025, introduces significant changes to the Port Authorities Act, as amended (PAA). The Customs Management (Amendment…

UK proposes North Sea drone fleet to target tankers – Sunday Times
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Britain is reportedly planning to identify and seize oil tankers it claims are part of a so-called Russian “shadow fleet” Read Full Article at RT.com

US Boards Sanctioned Venezuela-Linked Oil Tanker in Indian Ocean
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US forces boarded an oil tanker after a cat-and-mouse chase from the Caribbean to the Indian Ocean, the Pentagon said, as Washington expands its geographic scope in an ongoing crackdown on a global shadow fleet used to export sanctioned crude.

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Safeguarding coasts from pollution: A look back at 2025
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NOAA scientists and responders supported 167 maritime emergencies, ranging from oil spills and chemical releases to grounded vessels and large-scale marine debris events.

MMEA detains two boats manned by foreigners for illegal fishing
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PORT KLANG: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency has detained two vessels manned by Myanmar nationals for illegal fishing. Read full story

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Hong Kong summons Panama envoy over CK Hutchison ports ruling
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Panama's Supreme Court had earlier annulled Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison's contract to operate two ports at the Panama Canal.

VOC Port Authority initiates anti-drone security system to protect the port infrastructure
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The project involves the deployment of a comprehensive integrated RF and radar-based drone detection and jamming system providing 360-degree coverage and omnidirectional bearing

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Taiwan's submarine prototype continues submerged tests
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Taiwan's indigenous defense submarine (IDS), Hai Kun (海鯤), sailed from a shipyard in the southern port city of Kaohsiung on Thursday morning for its latest round of submerged tests, one week after a previous round was deemed successful.

John Pike
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High Court to consider liability for accident that sunk two tugboats
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A convention on laws of the high seas will be front and centre in the High Court in Canberra today as the owners of the MV Goliath take on the Tasmanian Ports Corporation over an incident where the ship hit and sank two tugboats.

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