• Industry News
  • November 3, 2025

Maritime Risk Amid Leadership Change

Introduction

Recent executive appointments in shipping, such as Christian Antonsen at Norden, highlight not just corporate restructuring but shifting risk priorities in dry cargo operations. For maritime stakeholders, these changes signal a wider transformation in managing security in a high-volume global trade environment.

Industry context

Shifts in dry cargo leadership often reflect broader strategies in navigating complex security environments. As operators increase freight capacity across congested corridors, the risks of piracy, smuggling, and cyber threats intensify. Compliance with the ISPS Code and IMO regulations becomes more critical, particularly in high-risk zones. Safeguarding crews, protecting vessels, and maintaining operational integrity require adaptive postures aligned with evolving routing and cargo strategies.

Practical measures

  • Deploy armed or unarmed maritime security teams based on risk assessments.
  • Integrate real-time threat intelligence into voyage planning for adaptive routing.
  • Conduct regular breach response and anti-piracy drills to improve crew readiness.
  • Strengthen onboard watchkeeping with updated SOPs tailored to regional risks.
  • Implement cyber hygiene protocols addressing both onboard and portside vulnerabilities.

Further resources

Learn how MS Security Group helps clients align maritime operations with risk management through our services overview or explore our security capabilities.

Source

Original article: Splash247

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