18 Dec Yemen Rebels Target Cargo Ship in Red Sea
Yemeni rebels have recently targeted a cargo ship in the Red Sea, marking the latest in a series of attacks in the region. The incident raises concerns about the safety of maritime transportation in the area. To ensure the security of freight shipping customers, it is essential for us to keep you informed about the evolving situation and consider new alternative routes or heightened security measures.
This latest attack, highlights the escalating security risks in the region, and as for us, maintaining open communication with shipping authorities and staying informed about the geopolitical landscape will contribute to making well-informed decisions regarding freight shipments in this volatile region. As of now, carriers such as Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd are halting services through the Red Sea via the Suez Canal and are evaluating the situation and may decide to sail via South Africa (Cape of Good Hope) to avoid any risk.
As always, we will keep you posted for any updates regarding the situation.