A staggering 90% of maritime accidents are attributed to human error, a statistic that’s rapidly becoming a focal point as navies worldwide integrate increasingly complex and autonomous systems. The recent charges leveled against Commander Yvonne Gray and two other naval officers following the sinking of the HMNZS Manawanui aren’t simply about a past tragedy; they … Read more
The Royal New Zealand Navy vessel HMNZS Canterbury will visit Tokelau next week to commemorate 100 years of New Zealand administration of the Pacific territory, while also undertaking a broader Southwest Pacific operation focused on combating illegal fishing. Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro will accompany the ship on its visit to the atolls of Atafu, Nukunono, … Read more
The Expanding Pacific Rescue Net: How Climate Change and Geopolitics are Reshaping Maritime Security Every 90 minutes, a life is lost at sea globally. But beyond the tragic statistics lies a growing challenge: the increasing complexity of maritime rescue operations in the Pacific, driven by climate change, expanding fisheries, and evolving geopolitical dynamics. The recent … Read more