Iran Launches Hormuz Shipping Authority
20, May 2026
Iran has launched the Persian Gulf Strait Authority to manage Strait of Hormuz traffic, warning that unapproved vessel transit may be illegal.
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Chinese-Owned Vessel Hit in Odesa Ahead of Putin China Visit
19, May 2026
A Chinese-owned vessel was hit during a Russian drone strike on Odesa, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, days before Vladimir Putin’s planned state visit to Beijing.
Norway Joins Baltic Sea Strategy
19, May 2026
Norway joins the EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea Region, expanding cooperation on maritime safety, surveillance, security and regional resilience.
Bulk Carrier Hit by Drone Near Qatar
11, May 2026
A bulk carrier was hit by a drone near Qatar while sailing from Abu Dhabi to Mesaieed, causing a minor fire before continuing its voyage.
Projectiles Strike HMM Namu in Persian Gulf
11, May 2026
South Korean investigators said two unidentified projectiles struck HMM Namu in the Persian Gulf, causing a fire that disabled the vessel.
Pirates Seize Tanker Near Yemen
5, May 2026
A tanker hijacking off Yemen signals renewed Somali piracy risks in the Gulf of Aden, where maritime security agencies have raised the threat level to severe.
Galaxy Leader Becomes Red Sea Wreck
5, May 2026
The hijacked car carrier Galaxy Leader is now partially submerged off Yemen, showing how Red Sea tensions can leave ships as long-term wreck and security risks.
Bulker Attacked in Strait of Hormuz
4, May 2026
A northbound bulk carrier was attacked by multiple small craft in the Strait of Hormuz, with crew safe and no environmental impact reported.
AAL Shipping Secures ISO 27001 Certification
29, April 2026
AAL Shipping has secured ISO 27001 certification, extending its QHSE framework to cover information security across heavy-lift and project cargo operations.
