Since 2025, Trump’s trillion-dollar deals with Persian Gulf Arab states depend on uninterrupted oil and gas exports. Any major war could destabilise revenue and derail them. In his second presidency, Donald […]
The 2025 U.S. National Security Strategy reaffirms keeping the Strait of Hormuz open — a pivotal chokepoint for global energy flows and maritime security. The release of the 2025 U.S. […]
By 2024–2025, nearly all Russia–China trade is settled in yuan and rubles. A deep shift in payments, shipping logistics, and energy corridors is reshaping Eurasian trade. Russia–China economic relations entered […]
India and Russia share a historical trading relationship rooted in defence, energy, and political cooperation. Yet, despite a surge in bilateral trade since 2022, the trade balance today is sharply […]
Learn how to use the IMO GISIS database step-by-step. A clear, practical maritime guide for cadets and young officers: casualty reports, PSC detentions, MARPOL cases, port facilities, audit results, and […]
Discover the top 12 types of data available on IMO’s GISIS platform, with clear examples to help students, seafarers, and maritime professionals use it effectively. For many maritime students and […]
Becoming a successful maritime professional is not simply about passing exams, getting STCW certificates, or completing required sea-time. It is a demanding journey that tests discipline, adaptability, technical competence, communication […]
Amid escalating geopolitical fault lines, a high-stakes contest for energy security is unfolding across two critical theaters. In the Caribbean, a formidable U.S. naval deployment positions itself near Venezuela, guardian […]
Few regions on Earth influence the world as profoundly as the Persian Gulf. Its waters are narrow, but its impact on energy markets, maritime transport, geopolitics, and global finance is […]
Deck vs Engine: Explore salaries, skills, training requirements, duties, and career paths for seafarers. A complete guide to choosing your maritime career. Every young seafarer eventually faces one of the […]
