All articles by Richard Thomas

Richard is editor-in-chief for defence and transport at GlobalData.

Richard Thomas

Features

More than 400,000 metric tons of grains shipped out of Ukraine

A total of 20 merchant vessels have been used so far in an immense logistical operation being jointly overseen by the UN, Türkiye, Ukraine, and Russia.

Features

First shipment of Ukraine grain leaves Odesa bound for Lebanon

As the first shipment of Ukrainian grain gets underway, the maritime security situation is still far from secure.

Comment

Countering tomorrow’s UUV threats – from concept to reality

Emerging uncrewed threats in the underwater domain bring new challenges for port and littoral security.

News

UK MoD eyes exit from Channel migrant mission

Single illegal migrant craft made “uncontrolled” landing on UK shores since military involvement began.

Features

Are UK shipyards prepared to invest for the future?

UK shipbuilding urged to prove its competitiveness with inward investment.