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15 January 2024 update: US Naval Forces, Central Command, has advised that the security situation in the area between 16N and 12N remains unstable. It is currently not possible to foresee how the security situation develops, but the present security conditions may prevail for still some time. Coalition forces and BIMCO continue to recommend shipping companies to consider avoiding shipping operations in the area and reposition to north of 18N or east of 46E. #BIMCO #RedSea #maritimesecurity #maritimesafety #globaltrade #shippingindustry

US Naval Forces, Central Command, has advised that the security situation in the area between 16N and 12N remains unstable. It is currently not possible to foresee how the security situation develops, but the present security conditions may prevail for still some time. Coalition forces and #BIMCO continue to recommend shipping companies to consider avoiding shipping operations in the area and reposition to north of 18N or east of 46E. #marsec

Red Sea security threat to shipping - Further updates from today, 15 January 2024 On the morning of 15 January, BIMCO provided an update, reporting that US Naval Forces Central Command (NAVCENT) has advised that the security situation in the area between 16N and 12N remains unstable and that they currently cannot foresee how the security situation will develop, but the present security conditions may prevail for still some time. At that time, coalition forces and BIMCO continued to recommend shipping companies consider avoiding shipping operations in the area and reposition to north of 18N or east of 46E. Later this day, maritime risk management experts Ambrey advised that NAVCENT has stated that the 72-hour operational pause has ended but the SRS between 12N and 16N remains high risk. NAVCENT advises companies to continue to use best practices and should transit area with caution, with the safer area remaining north of 18N or east of 46E. Click here to read the latest guidance 📑 https://lnkd.in/eApCxFjB

Red Sea security threat to shipping - Update as of 15 January 2024 BIMCO has provided an update, reporting that US Naval Forces Central Command (NAVCENT) has advised that the security situation in the area between 16N and 12N remains unstable and that they currently cannot foresee how the security situation will develop, but the present security conditions may prevail for still some time. Continue reading for the latest information and guidance 📑 https://lnkd.in/eApCxFjB #northstandardinsights #shipping #industrynews

Modern warfare is rapidly changing before our eyes with Ukraine, Houthi’s and Hamas employing new weapons, tactics, techniques and procedures. Admiral Stavridis addresses some of the major changes that are impacting naval warfare and how future naval leaders need to prepare for these changes.

Introducing the C-Dome| Naval version of the Iron Dome last night it made its first operational interception in the Gulf of Eilat, proving its capability to protect Israel's economic waters from advanced threats. The C-Dome is installed on Sa'ar 6-class corvettes of the Israel Navy and integrated into the national aerial defense array, which includes the "Iron Dome", "David's Sling," "Arrow 2," and "Arrow 3" systems. This real-life interception mission showcased the system's effectiveness, not just in an exercise, but in an actual scenario. #IMDO

🔒 To secure our waters, shores and our future, a proven and sovereign combat management system is not just a preference; it's an imperative. For more than 35 years Saab's AusCMS has equipped the Australian Navy with tailored combat capability to meet the unique demands of Australian naval operations. #NavalDefence #sovereign #aStrongerAustralia

#MiddleEastTensions | German-built Sa'ar 6 corvettes are the biggest surface warships #Israel has (Sa'ar is "Storm" in Hebrew), and all four of them are currently in the Red Sea. While their displacement is 1,900 tons — a little more than half of the 3,500 ton displacement of the US Navy's littoral combat ships — their high weapon and sensor density makes them more comparable capability-wise to the US Navy's 8,300 ton displacement Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers (like the USS MASON in the news recently). The biggest exception would be AEGIS capability. SA'AR 6 SPECIFICATIONS: Type: Corvette Displacement: 1,900 long tons Length: 90 m (295 ft 3 in) Range: 4,000 nmi (7,400 km; 4,600 mi) Crew: 70 Sensors & Processing Systems: EL/M-2248 MF-STAR AESA Radar Armament: 1 × 76 mm Oto Melara Main Gun 2 × 25mm Typhoon Remote Weapons Stations 2 × 324 mm (12.76 in) Torpedo Launchers 16 × Gabriel V or 16 × Harpoon Block II Anti-Ship Missiles 16 × Vertical Launch Cells For Barak-8 Surface-to-Air Missiles 40 × Vertical Launch Cells For C-Dome Point Defense System 1 × MH-60 Seahawk Multi-Mission Helicopter MISSION(S): The Sa'ar 6 was adopted for maritime protection, anti-shipping, and prevent threats in the Israeli exclusive economic zone (EEZ). The Sa'ar 6 is also used to defend Israeli shipping lanes in the Mediterranean to import more than 90% of goods for Israel. One of their roles will be to protect natural gas platforms in the Mediterranean Sea against possible seaborne terrorism attacks or rocket threats. This deployment to the Red Sea is expanding from those mission sets, most likely due to threats from the #Houthis in Yemen.

Defense officials from the United States Department of Defense 🇺🇸, #Norway 🇳🇴, and the UK Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 recently concluded a conference with Naval Special Warfare in Virginia Beach, June 24-27, 2024. The constructive discussions focused on establishing common standards for Arctic-capable forces, optimizing intelligence-sharing practices, and facilitating persistent training and engagements. The three countries noted the need to enhance readiness and effectiveness in addressing evolving operational challenges in the #Arctic and High North. Commander of Naval Special Warfare Command - Navy SEAL & SWCC Teams, Rear Adm. Keith Davids, said “These important partnerships enhance the security cooperation between the United States, the United Kingdom, and Norway and are crucial for addressing common security threats. These strategic partnerships strengthen our collective defense, enhance stability, and encourage competitors to adhere to international norms." #SOF #People #Partners #Teammates