The importance of blast protection for commercial shipping
Fire remains the most expensive cause of marine insurance claims, often resulting in total vessel losses. Based on data from the Allianz Safety & Shipping Review 2025, fire and explosion incidents on commercial ships reached a decade-high in 2024, with...
Understanding engine protection for operational requirements
The ICC International Maritime Bureau (IMB) reported 137 maritime piracy and armed robbery incidents globally in 2025, up from 116 in 2024 and 120 in 2023, highlighting a continued rise in maritime security threats. Of these incidents, guns were reported to have been...
NEW IRR technology for ASL GRP’s ballistic outboard covers
ASL GRP have unveiled enhanced levels of protection from its ballistic protection outboard covers. Now incorporating new IRR material and MOLLE system innovations – these options are a first-of-its-kind for the marine and defence industries. Engineered to withstand...