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In a major escalation of its drone warfare capabilities, Ukraine launched a successful drone strike on Russia’s key Black Sea port of Novorossiysk, reportedly damaging port infrastructure and downing a Russian Su-30 fighter jet. The incident marks one of the most significant attacks on Russian maritime infrastructure since the war began. The attack underscores Ukraine’s […]

India’s maritime authorities have issued a navigation warning for commercial vessels operating in the Arabian Sea due to ongoing Indian Navy exercises in the region. The advisory, released by the National Hydrographic Office, urges ships to exercise caution and avoid designated zones to ensure safety during the drills. The naval exercises, including live firing drills,

China has unveiled a groundbreaking underwater intelligent computing cluster off the coast of Hainan province, marking a significant advancement in sustainable high-performance computing. This facility, the first of its kind globally, integrates over 400 high-performance servers within a submerged module, establishing a powerful data processing hub beneath the sea. The cluster’s computing capacity is equivalent

In response to the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which resulted in the deaths of 26 individuals, predominantly Hindu tourists, India has implemented a series of stringent measures against Pakistan. Among these, the Indian government has banned Pakistani-flagged ships from docking at any Indian port. This decision, announced by the Ministry

Europe is set to mark a significant milestone in its carbon capture and storage (CCS) initiatives with the upcoming launch of its first offshore CO₂ carrier. The vessel, constructed at the Royal Niestern Sander shipyard in the Netherlands, is scheduled for christening and launch on May 14, 2025. Commissioned by INEOS Energy Europe in collaboration

On April 25, 2025, a U.S. airstrike targeted the Houthi-controlled Ras Isa oil port in Yemen’s Hodeidah province, injuring three Russian sailors aboard the oil tanker Seven Pearls. The vessel was docked and preparing to unload its cargo when the strike occurred. The injured crew members—Roman Kashpor, Igor Kazachenko, and Artyom Vanin—were rescued by Yemeni

Russia has initiated the design of nuclear-powered submarines intended to transport liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Arctic regions to Asia via the Northern Sea Route (NSR). This initiative aims to facilitate year-round LNG shipments, circumventing the limitations of surface vessels that require icebreaker assistance during harsh Arctic conditions. The proposed submarines are envisioned to be

The U.S. Treasury emphasized that these sanctions are part of a broader effort to cut off funding sources for the Iran-backed Houthis, who have been responsible for destabilizing actions in the Red Sea region, including attacks on international shipping lanes. ​ Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Michael Faulkender stated, “Today’s action underscores our commitment to

​ On April 28, 2025, China achieved a significant milestone in its maritime industry with the successful float-out of its second domestically built large cruise ship, the Adora Flora City. Constructed by Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. (SWS), a subsidiary of China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC), the vessel was commissioned by Adora Cruises, a Chinese

​ China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) has issued a stern warning to Hong Kong-based conglomerate CK Hutchison Holdings, emphasizing that its proposed $22.8 billion sale of a majority stake in its global ports business to a consortium led by BlackRock and Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) must undergo proper antitrust review. The regulator cautioned