Maritime News

Pirates 'seize UK yacht couple'

Last Updated on Thursday, 05 November 2009 03:20

Paul and Rachel Chandler. A search is being carried out for a British couple who are feared to have been taken captive by Somali pirates while sailing near the Seychelles.

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Should teenagers be allowed to sail solo around the world?

Last Updated on Tuesday, 27 October 2009 10:20

London, England (CNN) -- On October 26, a court in the Netherlands will decide whether 13-year-old Laura Dekker is allowed to fulfill her dream of sailing around the world -- solo.

In August, Dutch authorities placed the girl under state care for two months, following her parents' refusal to prevent her from undertaking the potentially dangerous voyage.

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China vows to rescue 25 crew aboard hijacked merchant ship

Last Updated on Monday, 26 October 2009 14:57

(CNN) -- China plans to make "every effort to rescue" a merchant ship and crew hijacked in the Indian Ocean, the country's state news agency reported on Tuesday.

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'Blinding' lasers to protect superyachts from pirates

Last Updated on Monday, 26 October 2009 14:59

LONDON, England -- A military-grade laser that blinds temporarily is the latest security technology available to wealthy superyacht owners afraid of pirate attacks.

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