Maritime Safety

Trial Begins for Crew Members in the Death of Antonis Kargiotis: The Shocking Video That Sparked OutrageTrial Begins for Crew Members in the Death of Antonis Kargiotis: The Shocking Video That Sparked Outrage

Trial Begins for Crew Members in the Death of Antonis Kargiotis: The Shocking Video That Sparked Outrage

The trial of the four Blue Horizon crew members involved in the tragic death of Antonis Kargiotis began today in…

1 week ago
Greece and Saudi Arabia Launch New Initiatives at Inaugural Cooperation CouncilGreece and Saudi Arabia Launch New Initiatives at Inaugural Cooperation Council

Greece and Saudi Arabia Launch New Initiatives at Inaugural Cooperation Council

Greece and Saudi Arabia have launched 46 joint initiatives following the inaugural meeting of the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council. The…

2 weeks ago
Four Seafarers Airlifted After Engine Room Fire on Greek-Owned Bulk Carrier Near TaiwanFour Seafarers Airlifted After Engine Room Fire on Greek-Owned Bulk Carrier Near Taiwan

Four Seafarers Airlifted After Engine Room Fire on Greek-Owned Bulk Carrier Near Taiwan

Four seafarers were airlifted from a Greek-owned bulk carrier off Taiwan after an engine room fire left them seriously injured.

3 weeks ago
Ukrainian Captain Arrested After Ship Grounding in GreeceUkrainian Captain Arrested After Ship Grounding in Greece

Ukrainian Captain Arrested After Ship Grounding in Greece

A Ukrainian ship captain has been arrested in Greece after his cargo vessel ran aground near Makronisos island on November…

2 months ago
Milos: Vessel Adrift After Strong WindsMilos: Vessel Adrift After Strong Winds

Milos: Vessel Adrift After Strong Winds

Milos, Greece - Yesterday afternoon (17/10), the Milos Port Authority received reports of an unmanned Greek passenger-tourist vessel adrift near…

3 months ago
Greek Bulker Accidentally Hit by Houthi Missile in Red SeaGreek Bulker Accidentally Hit by Houthi Missile in Red Sea

Greek Bulker Accidentally Hit by Houthi Missile in Red Sea

A Greek bulk carrier was struck by a Houthi missile off Yemen but has safely reached the Gulf of Suez.…

4 months ago
Greece Extends Naval Drills to Combat Russian Oil TransfersGreece Extends Naval Drills to Combat Russian Oil Transfers

Greece Extends Naval Drills to Combat Russian Oil Transfers

Greece's navy has extended its naval drills by two months to curb Russian oil transfers along its coastline. Originally scheduled…

5 months ago
Salvage Operation for Greek Tanker “Sounion” to Resume in Red Sea After Houthi AttackSalvage Operation for Greek Tanker “Sounion” to Resume in Red Sea After Houthi Attack

Salvage Operation for Greek Tanker “Sounion” to Resume in Red Sea After Houthi Attack

A high-risk salvage operation to recover the Greek-registered tanker "Sounion," attacked by Yemen's Houthi rebels in the Red Sea, is…

5 months ago
European Operation ASPIDES Neutralises Threat to Greek Tanker in Red SeaEuropean Operation ASPIDES Neutralises Threat to Greek Tanker in Red Sea

European Operation ASPIDES Neutralises Threat to Greek Tanker in Red Sea

On Thursday, EUNAVFOR ASPIDES successfully neutralized a threat from an unmanned surface vehicle targeting the Greek-flagged tanker *Sounion* in the…

5 months ago
Greek lighthouses attract record numbers of visitors in one dayGreek lighthouses attract record numbers of visitors in one day

Greek lighthouses attract record numbers of visitors in one day

Nearly 18,000 adults and children paid a visit to 18 Greek lighthouses  that were opened to the public on World…

5 months ago
Greek Ferry Faces New Safety Concerns After Boarding Incident in AndrosGreek Ferry Faces New Safety Concerns After Boarding Incident in Andros

Greek Ferry Faces New Safety Concerns After Boarding Incident in Andros

The ship "SAONISOS" encountered its second major incident this summer, raising a catapult during boarding in Andros, causing damage to…

6 months ago
Greek Shipping Company Reroutes Ships to Protect Endangered Sperm Whales in MediterraneanGreek Shipping Company Reroutes Ships to Protect Endangered Sperm Whales in Mediterranean

Greek Shipping Company Reroutes Ships to Protect Endangered Sperm Whales in Mediterranean

Arcadia Shipmanagement, a Greek-owned shipping company, has taken a significant step in marine conservation by rerouting its vessels to protect…

6 months ago
14 Passengers Detained After Ferry Fight in Tinos14 Passengers Detained After Ferry Fight in Tinos

14 Passengers Detained After Ferry Fight in Tinos

Coast Guard officers in Tinos detained 14 passengers following a violent altercation aboard the Super Express ferry, which was forced…

6 months ago
Greek Ports Deemed Inadequate by Merchant Marine Masters, Urgent Investments NeededGreek Ports Deemed Inadequate by Merchant Marine Masters, Urgent Investments Needed

Greek Ports Deemed Inadequate by Merchant Marine Masters, Urgent Investments Needed

Greece's ports are facing serious safety and infrastructure challenges, with many deemed inadequate by the Panhellenic Union of Merchant Marine…

6 months ago
Greek Opposition Demands Probe into Migrant Deaths After BBC ReportGreek Opposition Demands Probe into Migrant Deaths After BBC Report

Greek Opposition Demands Probe into Migrant Deaths After BBC Report

Greece's main opposition party, Syriza, is demanding a thorough investigation after a BBC report alleged that the Greek coastguard was…

8 months ago

Australia bans Cyprus-flagged bulk carrier

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has banned the bulk carrier Peace due to inadequate maintenance and remarkable deterioration of…

8 months ago

US Navy and UK Frigate Respond as Iranian Fast-Attack Vessels Approach Greek Merchant Ship in Strait of Hormuz

The US Navy and the British Royal Navy swiftly intervened after three Iranian fast-attack vessels, allegedly operated by Iran's Revolutionary…

2 years ago