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Hybrid warfare at sea and Russia’s “grey zone” strategy: Professor Basil Germond on the future of maritime security
In this interview, Professor Basil Germond of Lancaster University analyses Russia’s “grey zone” activities at sea and explains how hybrid maritime operations are reshaping Western security, deterrence, and strategic preparedness
Decks and Deals Weekly #17
MSC hits seven million TEU while Maersk orders $2.3 billion in tonnage. Container rates collapse, tanker markets diverge, and Somali pirates resurface. Global shipping November 2025 delivers drama, deals, and one sobering reality
“The India–Greece relationship is not opportunistic or transactional”: Dr. Gurpreet S Khurana on India’s maritime vision and strategic partnerships
Captain (Dr.) Gurpreet S Khurana discusses India’s evolving Indo-Pacific strategy, maritime security priorities, and the deepening India–Greece partnership amid shifting geopolitical alignments and emerging technological challenges
The Atlantic’s dark current: West Africa cocaine trafficking by Balkan cartels
A covert alliance between Balkan cartels and West African networks has transformed the Atlantic into a key corridor for global cocaine trafficking, exposing new fault lines in governance, security, and international trade
The Taiwan Strait: A geographic conundrum
The Taiwan Strait, a narrow stretch of water, now defines the precarious balance of power in East Asia. Its unique geography complicates military calculus, shaping the future of U.S.–China rivalry with unforeseen consequences
Decks and Deals Weekly #8
Global shipping rates crashed to 20-month lows between August 30 and September 5, while POSCO eyes $5 billion HMM acquisition and Trump threatens tariffs over IMO emissions deal
Decks and Deals Weekly #4
Global shipping faced a turbulent week from August 4–8, as Trump’s India tariffs, escalating Houthi threats, and resilient freight markets collided—testing the industry’s adaptability in a landscape of political theatre, maritime disruption, and security challenges
Assessing China’s port influence in Latin America
A recent CSIS report (June 2025) reveals China’s expanding maritime port influence across Latin America and the Caribbean. This deep dive into the region’s infrastructure uncovers strategic vulnerabilities
Decks and Deals Weekly #2
The maritime crisis deepens as Houthi attacks escalate and global fleets expand, in this July 21–25 overview of a shipping industry trapped between geopolitical disruption, strategic investments, and rising uncertainty
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