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Dark Shipping Blog
A deep dive into dark shipping, AIS spoofing, and maritime monitoring & manipulation.
Travis Turgeon
Oct 6, 20236 min read
Detecting Wakes from Narco Subs with SAR
"There are various wake components that SAR imagery can detect, but all of the components are affected by different parameters." The...
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Travis Turgeon
Aug 14, 20234 min read
QUAD's Maritime Initiative Update (August 2023)
"The IPMDA will act as a deterring mechanism for all illegal or illicit activity in maritime spaces in the Indo-Pacific and will promote...
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Travis Turgeon
Feb 14, 20236 min read
The Companies and Satellites Hunting Dark Vessels at Sea
"The unique way the constellation orbits the earth allows for near-global coverage, including the most remote regions located in the open...
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Travis Turgeon
Dec 24, 20226 min read
Identifying and Mitigating Flag Hopping in the Fishing Industry
"The use of flags of convenience and non-compliance expands the capacity for fishing organizations to operate undetected, leaving...
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Travis Turgeon
Nov 13, 20224 min read
SEACAT Training Continues in 2022 for Enhanced Maritime Security in Southeast Asia
"Naval forces and maritime authorities from 21 countries, including the US, gathered to complete ten days of training exercises to help...
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Travis Turgeon
Aug 15, 20224 min read
How Quad’s Maritime Initiative Will Challenge Dark Shipping in the Indo-Pacific
“This initiative will transform the ability of partners in the Pacific Islands, Southeast Asia, and the Indian Ocean region to fully...
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Travis Turgeon
Aug 15, 20226 min read
How Entities Use Deceptive Shipping to Circumvent Sanctions
"Regulatory organizations like the OFAC have made it clear that no operation, regardless of their role in illicit shipping, is safe from...
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