Enforcing the Law: An Economic Approach to Maritime Piracy and its Control

Enforcing the Law: An Economic Approach to Maritime Piracy and its Control

Modern day maritime piracy is a world-wide phenomenon that poses a serious threat to international shipping. An economic approach to the control of maritime piracy is based on the general economic theory of law enforcement that views offenders (pirates) as rational decision makers who would respond to threatened punishments.

What is Ship Security Alert System (SSAS)?

What is Ship Security Alert System (SSAS)?

The Ship Security Alert System (SSAS) is a method to strength maritime security by using a system which sends alert messages to maritime rescue departments. Know how ship security alert system is beneficial to prevent maritime piracy inside the article

Are We Sleepwalking Back to Piracy?

Are We Sleepwalking Back to Piracy?

A shift in US foreign policy based both on changes to the threat landscape and improving domestic energy security could lead to an increase in threats to shipping within eighteen months according to David Hunkin of Dryad Maritime Intelligence.