Maritime

A day-long operation to repatriate passengers and crew from the MV Hondius cruise ship struck by hantavirus neared completion late Sunday with 94 people flown home from Spain’s Canary Islands. Three passengers have died from the outbreak that began after the vessel departed Argentina in April. Health officials stressed the risk to the public remains low.

April 07, 2026 Reported by AI

Indonesia's MPR Deputy Chairman Edhie Baskoro Yudhoyono, known as Ibas, stressed the blue economy's role in strengthening the national food system during National Fishermen's Day. He made the remarks at the MPR's National Discussion in Jakarta on April 6, 2026. Ibas praised fishermen as frontline guardians of food security.

Sen. Rodante Marcoleta stated that his remarks about giving up the Kalayaan Island Group (KIG) were made in jest and highly hypothetical. He made this clarification during a Senate committee hearing. The comments had drawn criticism from officials and experts.

February 15, 2026 Reported by AI

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (Nimasa) has reaffirmed its dedication to promoting sustainable growth in the maritime sector and developing shipyards.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced the operationalisation of 20 new National Waterways over the next five years, starting with the Rs 12,204-crore National Waterway 5 in Odisha. This project aims to connect mineral-rich areas to major ports, easing logistics and boosting the state's maritime potential. Officials highlight its role in reducing transport costs and emissions.

January 30, 2026 Reported by AI

A fishing vessel named Lily Jean went missing off the Massachusetts coast, carrying seven people, prompting a Coast Guard search and rescue operation. Authorities located debris and recovered one unresponsive body from the water.