Headlines: Lebanon remains the primary flashpoint amid ongoing strikes and rocket fire, while maritime risk has reached critical levels with severely reduced traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. Energy flows …
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Headlines: Fragile ceasefire holds, notwithstanding Israel attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon, and Iranian retaliatory attacks against Kuwait and KSA. IRGC closed the Strait of Hormuz, again, also placing a huge …
Headlines: US and Iran agree to a two-week “Islamabad Accords” ceasefire; direct US-Iran talks scheduled in Islamabad on 11 April; Gulf and Arab states, Iraq, and the UN Secretary-General welcome …
“The system can absorb partial disruption, but it cannot fully replicate the scale and efficiency of these chokepoints.” — Chris Long, Head of Intelligence, Neptune P2P Group, quoted in Forbes …
The number of ships transiting the Arabian Gulf region fell sharply as Iranian drone and missile strikes against commercial shipping effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz. Only ships with connections …
Headlines. Trump issues a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz; IRGC reportedly launches waves 93 to 95 of Operation True Promise 4; F-15E weapons systems officer …
Chris Long – Head of Intelligence and Compliance shared sharp insights into shipping security and the growing impact of regional escalation on global logistics on Dubai Eye 103.8’s Business Breakfast …
Introduction: A Decision That Affects Every Voyage For fleet operators and ship managers in Japan, the question of whether to deploy armed or unarmed maritime security guards is one of …
Introduction: Why 2026 Is a Defining Year for Maritime Security The global maritime sector is navigating one of its most complex security environments in over a decade. The convergence of …
Headlines. US–Israel strikes continue to intensify, targeting Iranian ballistic missile facilities as Pakistan-led pre-talks advance and possible US–Iran negotiations loom this week, with a 1200 Tehran strike deadline adding urgency. …
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Headlines. Directs talks expected ‘soon’; Turkish FM announces FM level consultations this weekend; Several US service personnel injured in an attack on Prince Sultan Air Base near Riyadh; Iranian energy …
Headlines. Diplomatic breakthrough expected within 48hrs as Islamabad summit looms — yet IAF and IRGC strikes intensify across the region. Hormuz near-paralysed at 4 vessel crossings vs. 138/day avg — …
Headlines. President Trump pauses power plant strikes for five days citing talks; Iran denied all contact and maintains Hormuz closure. Iran formally threatened to mine the entire Persian Gulf and …
Headlines. President Trump’s Strait of Hormuz ultimatum expires at 2344 GMT this evening; Iran responds with threats of energy related attacks across the GCC if the US attacks its energy …
Headlines. Iran fires an IRBM at UK/US Base in Diago Garcia; Saudi Arabia intercepts 51 drones during an overnight assault; vessel in UAE Territorial Waters reports a proximity explosion. For …
Headlines: Energy industry related attacks continue – overnight 19/20 March, Iran attacked facilities in Qatar (Ras Laffan again), Saudi Arabia (SAMREF), and Israel (BAZAN); Brent oil prices near $120 a …
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Headlines: IDF strikes eliminate the most senior Iranian leadership since the Supreme Leader was killed on 28 February; Kuwait foils an alleged Hezbollah attack plot – 16 arrests; Iranian projectile …
Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are impacting more than energy supply — 168 superyachts in the Persian Gulf now face heightened operational risk. As Chris Farrell, Commercial Director of …
Rising tensions in the Gulf are driving a sharp recalibration of maritime risk, with the Strait of Hormuz now the world’s most expensive waterway. As highlighted by Euronews, war-risk premiums …
Headlines: Dubai and Baghdad Airports struck; Iran ups its PSYOPS and attempted influence of GCC populations – ‘ordering’ residents to move from popular Dubai and Doha, Qatar estates, and naming …
Headlines: Iranian targeting – 48% of missiles are aimed at the UAE, next highest volume towards Kuwait and Bahrain. Only 12.8% at Israel; US redeploys 31st MEU from Japan; French …
Neptune P2P Group has launched a new Interactive Maritime Incident Tracker covering the Arabian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, and Gulf of Oman. The tracker provides a visual overview of maritime …
Headlines: UNSC Resolution (13/0 – China/Russia abstain) condemns Iran attacks on Gulf states and demands immediate halt; Mass overnight cyber-attack against US interests (GCC cyberattacks have tripled since the conflict …
Headlines: US and Irael continue relentless attacks on Iran; Iran’s pace slows but continues to target Gulf states; Hezbollah deploys cluster munitions against Israel; and an 8th US service person …
With more than 80% of global trade moving by sea, maritime security isn’t just a naval issue — it’s an economic and energy imperative. As Christopher Long highlights in The …
Headlines: Iran President apologies to neighbouring Gulf States and will only attack those that attack Iran while attacks against Gulf State CNI, particularly UAE, KSA, Qatar, Bahrain and Iraq continue …
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This month’s report highlights evolving maritime security risks across key global regions, including piracy-related incidents off Somalia, robbery events in the Singapore Strait, attacks on fishing vessels in West Africa, …
Headlines: in Türkiye, NATO intercepts a ballistic missile; US sink Iranian warship off Sri Lanka; UAE commercial vessel struck in the Strait of Hormuz and evacuated; Strait of Hormuz ‘open’ …
Chris Long, Intelligence Director at Neptune P2P Group, was recently featured on Alsharq Bloomberg discussing the escalating situation involving Iran, Israel, and the United States. In a fast-moving and complex …
Christopher Long, Intelligence Director at Neptune P2P Group, joined Bloomberg News to discuss – . In the conversation, Chris highlighted how tensions are already affecting vessel movements through the Strait …
Event. On 28 February, the United States and Israel launched a major coordinated military offensive against Iran, described as “Operation Epic Fury” or Operation ‘’Lion’s Roar’’ respectively. The strikes targeted …
Event. Israel and the United States launched joint air and missile strikes on Iran this morning, targeting key military and government facilities, including areas in and around Tehran. President Trump …
Situation. Irregular human migration (IHM) is a persistent and globally diverse problem, driven by a combination of conflict, persecution, political instability, poverty, organised crime, climate stress, and limited legal migration …
On 10th February 2026, the Government of Gabon regulated against the illicit provision of armed protection in the waters of Gabon. In this context, it has endorsed a trusted third …
The global maritime industry, the backbone of international trade, relies heavily on its ports. These vital gateways handle over 80% of global trade by volume, making their uninterrupted operation critical …
Ports are the vibrant arteries of global trade, with over 80% of international commerce flowing through their gates. Their critical role, however, also positions them as prime targets for a …
January 2026 saw a significant increase in conflict-related maritime attacks in the Black Sea. This was driven by ongoing spill-over from the Russia-Ukraine war and a rise in the use …
Event. Armed assailants stormed several churches in Kurmin Wali village, Kaduna State, on 18 January 2026, seizing over 170 congregants during services and issuing ransom demands for motorcycles and cash. …
Event. Torrential rains have caused severe flooding across Mozambique, South Africa, and Zimbabwe, claiming over 200 lives and displacing hundreds of thousands in the opening weeks of 2026. Widespread damage …
In 2026, enterprise travel risk management will no longer be seen as just a peripheral function, but will become a key element in determining organizational resilience and continuity. Carl Sykes, …
In Africa, jihadist groups increased pressure on government positions in Mali and Burkina Faso, there was a failed coup in Benin and violent clashes continued in Sudan and Ethiopia. In …
In Africa jihadist groups increased pressure on government positions in Mali and Burkina Faso, there was a failed coup in Benin and violent clashes continued in Sudan and Ethiopia. In …
Ports are the arteries of global trade, handling over 80% of international commerce. Their critical role makes them irresistible targets for a growing array of threats, from traditional smuggling and …
Ports are indispensable arteries of global trade, handling over 80% of international commerce by volume. Their critical role, however, also makes them attractive targets for a myriad of threats, from …
Reported: 11 January 2026 Position: Approx: 0° 13’N 09° 16’E Location: 7nm South-Southwest of Ekwata, Gabon Incident Details.It has been reported that the Chinese fishing vessel, LIANPENGYU 828, was boarded …
Recent incidents expose the fragility of digital infrastructure that relies on undersea cables. Subsea cables, laid in deep water, are the invisible arteries of our connected world, carrying 99 percent …
Iranian forces seized three tankers it accused of fuel smuggling in the Arabian Sea and Gulf of Aden while in the Caribbean, U.S. forces seized a tanker for breaking sanctions …
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