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Pirates Strike Again: Violent Kidnapping off Ghana’s Coast
🏴☠️ Shots Fired, Senior Officers Kidnapped On March 27, 2025, an alarming PIRACY incident unfolded just 16 nautical miles south of...
Palaemon Maritime
Apr 22 min read


🔍 BMP5 vs BMP Maritime Security (2025): What’s Changed — And Why It Matters
5 Key Differences between BMP5 and the new BMP Maritime Security (2025)
Palaemon Maritime
Apr 13 min read


The Houthis Aren’t Just Rebels—They’re Naval Strategists
In just 12 months, over 190 commercial vessels have come under attack in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. This isn’t piracy. It’s modern...
Palaemon Maritime
Mar 312 min read


⚠️ Gulf of Guinea: Ship Hijacked, 10 Crew Kidnapped
On 17 March 2025 , a Panama-flagged bitumen tanker — the Bitu River — was HIJACKED by armed PIRATES approximately 37 nautical miles...
Palaemon Maritime
Mar 262 min read


Navigating Danger: Unveiling the Perils of Naval Mines and the Risks to Maritime Security
Ship operators are frequently preoccupied with threats emerging from land and the risks posed by other vessels at sea, and as a result...
Palaemon Maritime
Jun 13, 20243 min read


Collision Course: The Risks of Vessels Striking Bridges.
On Monday, 27 May 2024, a Russian cargo ship sailing on the Don River at Rostov-on-Don struck a key train bridge that is used to supply...
Palaemon Maritime
Jun 6, 20243 min read


Houthis on the Horizon: Group Threatens to Expand Their Operations in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea
The Eastern Mediterranean remains an unsettled region, marked by prolonged conflicts in Libya and Syria, ongoing tensions between Turkey...
Palaemon Maritime
May 21, 20242 min read


Unravelling the Security Paradox: Smart Ports in the Age of Connectivity and Cyberattacks
The maritime sector and shipping industry, and in particular smart ports, are facing a rising threat of sophisticated cyberattacks. These...
Palaemon Maritime
May 7, 20243 min read


Undercurrents of Risk: The Forgotten Waters of the Malacca and Singapore Straits
In the shadowy corridors of #SoutheastAsia's bustling ports, a series of daring #maritime #robberies unfolded between April 3rd and 12th,...
Palaemon Maritime
Apr 26, 20242 min read


Galaxy Leader Hijacking: An Overview
On Sunday, the 19th of November, 2023, the Houthi rebels hijacked the Galaxy Leader in the Red Sea due to the vessel's connection with...
Palaemon Maritime
Nov 24, 20232 min read


Critical Maritime Security Alert: Singapore Straits Hostage Incident & VLCC Robbery
Critical Maritime Security Alert: Singapore Straits Hostage Incident & VLCC Robbery In our latest video bulletin titled "Critical...
Palaemon Maritime
Oct 23, 20231 min read


Maritime Security: Nigerian Exercises, Vessel Boarding, and Anti-Piracy Solutions"
Maritime Security and Anti-Piracy - Here’s What You’ll Learn: Nigerian Naval Exercises: The Nigerian Navy has been holding joint...
Palaemon Maritime
Oct 17, 20231 min read


What Happens In An Anti-Piracy Patrol?
Introduction The maritime industry today still faces challenges from piracy, particularly in South-East Asia and the Gulf of Guinea....
Palaemon Maritime
Oct 13, 20232 min read


Revolusonise Your Ship Protection: Enhanced Maritime Security with Palaemon Anti-Piracy Barriers
Why Settle for Less? Did you know that traditional razor wire fails to prevent boarding in 90% of pirate attempts? That’s not just a...
Palaemon Maritime
Oct 13, 20232 min read


Latest piracy attacks in West Africa and Gulf Aden: October 9, 2023 | Palaemon Maritime
The latest piracy attacks in West Africa and Gulf Aden. Navigating the high seas comes with its own set of challenges, and staying...
Palaemon Maritime
Oct 9, 20231 min read


Three Ways To Stop Pirates From Boarding Whilst At Anchor.
We recently published an article on Splash247 regarding the port of Callao and its new prevalence in maritime robberies. You can find a...
Palaemon Maritime
Sep 29, 20232 min read


Sailing Secure: Navigating Piracy Risks With Maritime Insurance
In the modern era, maritime insurance has emerged as a crucial player in mitigating the risks posed by piracy, providing financial...
Palaemon Maritime
Sep 14, 20233 min read


An Overview of IUU Fishing
The world's oceans cover more than 70% of the Earth's surface and provide a vital source of sustenance for billions of people. However,...
Palaemon Maritime
Sep 6, 20233 min read


Assessment of the IMB Half-Year Figures 2023
The International Maritime Bureau (IMB) released its half-year figures for 2023 in July. Whilst being a little late to the party, this...
Palaemon Maritime
Aug 23, 20232 min read


The Origins of Nigerian Piracy
When piracy in the Gulf of Guinea started to become a problem for the region, it mostly centred around Nigeria, resulting from poverty,...
Palaemon Maritime
Aug 15, 20233 min read
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