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In recent months, incidents of piracy, armed robbery and attacks in the Red Sea have once again made headlines, however, Bab el Mandeb transits are rebounding to near two-year highs, signaling a tentative recovery in Red Sea traffic.
A recent data show Bab el Mandeb transits have climbed to their highest level in almost two years, signalling a cautious recovery in the Red Sea corridor. The improvement is real but modest: volumes remain below pre-November 2023 baselines and operators continue to calibrate exposure against security, insurance and schedule risk.
Ocean Network Express (ONE) has announced a fortnightly “Red Sea China Service” (RCS) – a slot charter on RCL’s loop connecting Shanghai–Qingdao–Nansha–Shekou with Jeddah, Sokhna and Aqaba – without transiting the Suez Canal.
The inaugural sailing (SSF DREAM) is slated for 15 January 2026. Other carriers are participating as slot partners, underscoring an industry preference for controlled re-entry rather than a wholesale reset.
Furthermore, how parallel developments point the same way: CMA CGM has begun selecting Suez transits (e.g., INDAMEX), while alliances signal ongoing monitoring and insurers reportedly seek “60–90 days of quiet” before approving broader returns. In short, testing the water is underway; the risk calculus still dominates final routing.
LIBERIA UPDATES ON THE SECURITY SITUATION IN THE RED SEA AND GULF OF ADEN (COURTESY OF SAFETY 4 SEA)
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The Republic of Liberia has issued a Marine Security Advisory to inform of the imminent threat of attacks by armed skiffs, drones or anti-ship missiles in the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, and Arabian Sea.
Over the last few months, there have been threats and attacks on multiple vessels engaged in innocent passage through the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. On multiple occasions missiles from drones have been launched and ships have been demanded to turn around and proceed to Yemen. According to Skuld Club, recent data show Bab el Mandeb transits have climbed to their highest level in almost two years, signalling a cautious recovery in the Red
Threats to vessels include anti-ship missiles, anti-ship ballistic missiles, water-borne improvised explosive devices, and drones. Mines have been deployed near the coast of Yemen, and on rare occasions mines have detached from their tether and have drifted into traffic lanes. There have also been reports of unmanned undersea vehicles, though no vessel has been attacked by these devices.
The greatest threat is in the vicinity of the Yemeni, Red Sea coastline. However, there have been attacks as far as 100 nautical miles from the coast. All owners, operators, and crews should remain cognizant of the threats in the area and understand the risk of transiting this area.
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In Turkish waters, environmental protection is developing, and significant fines are applicable to vessels that violate Turkish anti-pollution regulations. As per the latest amendments to be brought into effect on 01st January 2026, there is an increase 25.49 %) in the amount of the fines that are being applied by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) against the offending vessels compared to the previous year.
In the event of a sea pollution, fines are being issued by the following authorities in Turkiye:
POLLUTION FINE ISSUED BY THE TURKISH EPA
The administrative fines will be imposed in accordance with the Turkish Environmental Code dated 1983, numbered 2872.
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The risks associated with the carriage of plastic pellets in containers and provides practical measures to prevent spillage and protect the marine environment.
Understanding the risks of plastic pellets
In recent years, several high-profile incidents have occurred, such as the Trans Carrier in 2020 and the XPress Pearl in 2021, where containers have fallen overboard from container ships and resulted in the release of plastic pellets into seas and oceans with subsequent harm to the marine environment.
While the carriage of plastic pellets in shipping containers is a secure means of shipment, the environmental concern arises when these containers are lost overboard. Once plastic pellets are released, their physical properties of being small and light allow them to travel extensive distances from the initial release location.