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MARAD Faces Critical Workforce Crisis as Maritime Industry Demands Grow
Defense
February 13, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
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gCaptain

MARAD Faces Critical Workforce Crisis as Maritime Industry Demands Grow

The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) is grappling with severe staffing challenges despite a significant budget increase, potentially impacting America’s maritime industrial base revitalization efforts. According to a new Government Accountability...
Aircraft Carrier USS Harry S. Truman Involved in Collision with Merchant Vessel Near Port Said
Defense
February 13, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Aircraft Carrier USS Harry S. Truman Involved in Collision with Merchant Vessel Near Port Said

The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) collided with a merchant vessel near Port Said, Egypt, at approximately 11:46 p.m. local time on February 12, the U.S....
Acquisition of Greenland is ‘Win-Win Situation’ Says Sen. Cruz During Expansive Hearing on Arctic Security
Defense
February 13, 2025
From 
Malte Humpert
 via 
gCaptain

Acquisition of Greenland is ‘Win-Win Situation’ Says Sen. Cruz During Expansive Hearing on Arctic Security

U.S. Senators doubled down on the importance of Greenland for U.S. security during a hearing on the Arctic. During the two-hour session of the Senate’s Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee lawmakers across the aisle and expert witnesses stressed the importance of Greenland, including its possible acquisition, for U.S. security considerations.
Military Sealift Command’s ‘Ocean Giant’ Completes Critical Antarctic Resupply Mission
Defense
February 12, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Military Sealift Command’s ‘Ocean Giant’ Completes Critical Antarctic Resupply Mission

The Military Sealift Command’s chartered vessel MV Ocean Giant has successfully completed its cargo delivery mission to McMurdo Station, Antarctica, as part of Operation Deep Freeze 2025. The ship arrived...
First US Navy Ships Sail Through Taiwan Strait Since Trump Inauguration
Defense
February 12, 2025
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Reuters
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gCaptain

First US Navy Ships Sail Through Taiwan Strait Since Trump Inauguration

Two U.S. Navy ships sailed through the sensitive Taiwan Strait this week in the first such mission since President Donald Trump took office last month, drawing an angry reaction from China, which said the mission increased security risks.
Iran’s First Drone Carrier Joins the Revolutionary Guards’ Fleet
Defense
February 6, 2025
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Reuters
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gCaptain

Iran’s First Drone Carrier Joins the Revolutionary Guards’ Fleet

Iran's Revolutionary Guards have taken delivery of the country's first ship capable of launching drones and helicopters at sea, the semi-official Tasnim news agency reported on Thursday.
Panama Bends to U.S. Pressure, Grants Free Navy Passage Through Canal
Defense
February 3, 2025
From 
Bloomberg
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gCaptain

Panama Bends to U.S. Pressure, Grants Free Navy Passage Through Canal

Panama promised free passage for US warships through the Panama Canal and said it will withdraw from China’s signature lending program after Secretary of State Marco Rubio blasted the government during his visit on Sunday.
Denmark Pivots Patrol Ship Procurement Strategy to Arctic Vessels Amid Security Changes
Defense
January 30, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Denmark Pivots Patrol Ship Procurement Strategy to Arctic Vessels Amid Security Changes

Denmark’s Defense Ministry announced a significant shift in its naval procurement strategy, reorienting its patrol ship design project to focus on Arctic-capable vessels. The strategic pivot comes in response to...
Denmark Commits $2 Billion to Arctic Defense Amid Growing Security Concerns
Defense
January 27, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Denmark Commits $2 Billion to Arctic Defense Amid Growing Security Concerns

Agreement includes three new ice-capable military vessels and drones. Denmark has announced a landmark defense agreement worth approximately $2 billion (14 billion Danish kroner) to strengthen its military presence in...
North Korea Test-Fires Strategic Cruise Missiles, KCNA Says
Defense
January 26, 2025
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Bloomberg
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gCaptain

North Korea Test-Fires Strategic Cruise Missiles, KCNA Says

By Sarina Yoo and Soo-Hyang Choi Jan 25, 2025 (Bloomberg) —North Korea test-fired strategic cruise missiles on Saturday the official Korean Central News Agency reported, marking a third launch this month...
Philippines Suspends South China Sea Survey After China’s ‘Harassment’
Defense
January 25, 2025
From 
Reuters
 via 
gCaptain

Philippines Suspends South China Sea Survey After China’s ‘Harassment’

MANILA, Jan 25 (Reuters) – The Philippines said on Saturday it has suspended a scientific survey in the South China Sea after two of its fisheries vessels faced “harassment” and aggressive behavior...
Turkey Bets on New Naval Clout for Edge in High-Seas Power Play
Defense
January 24, 2025
From 
Bloomberg
 via 
gCaptain

Turkey Bets on New Naval Clout for Edge in High-Seas Power Play

When Turkey’s navy welcomed two new ships to its fleet this month, officials left no doubt about the scale of their mission – or its geopolitical ambition.