Since the invasion of Ukraine, Russia’s so-called “shadow fleet” has expanded dramatically—now comprising hundreds of ageing, reflagged, and AIS-dark tankers quietly transporting sanctioned oil. In ...

The Ch16 Maritime Risk Blog is your free resource for insights and analysis on maritime risks, safety, and (Cyber) security for the maritime professional. A wave of suspected underwater explosive ...

A wave of suspected underwater explosive attacks targeting commercial oil tankers in the Mediterranean throughout 2025 has intensified maritime security concerns across the region. Dryad Global’s June ...

Strait of Hormuz: On the Brink Iran’s approval of a parliamentary proposal to close the Strait of Hormuz —a chokepoint handling over 26% of global oil trade —has amplified uncertainty in one of the ...

Despite a reported 60% increase in marine traffic—reaching 36–37 ships daily—the Red Sea remains a high-risk corridor. The U.S.-Houthi ceasefire and the Houthis’ stated focus on Israeli-linked vessels ...

We’re proud to share that Dryad Global has been officially shortlisted for the 2025 SAFETY4SEA Cyber Security Award — recognising our commitment to redefining maritime cybersecurity through innovation ...

Dryad Global’s latest Maritime Security Threat Advisory (MSTA) highlights two critical incidents that underline the growing complexity of today’s maritime risk landscape: a high-stakes standoff in the ...

As global geopolitical tensions continue to shape the maritime security landscape, Dryad Global’s latest Maritime Security Threat Advisory (MSTA) provides critical insights into the most pressing ...

The South China Sea is not only vital for global trade but also holds major oil and gas reserves that are critical for the energy security of claimant states. Countries like Vietnam and Malaysia are ...

The maritime traffic through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait has experienced a significant downturn following the series of Houthi attacks, as evidenced by a comparison of transit data before and after the ...

Regulatory and Compliance Challenges The International Maritime Organization (IMO) and other regulatory bodies are tightening cybersecurity requirements to address the growing threat landscape.

Dryad Global's latest analysis, Maritime Trends for 2025: Navigating Security Challenges and Geopolitical Shifts, offers crucial insights into the emerging risks and opportunities shaping the maritime ...