Maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea has changed significantly in recent years. While reported piracy incidents have reduced from
Using Data Analytics and Digital Intelligence to Identify Significant Fraud Exposure
Large organisations often hold substantial volumes of information, but identifying hidden patterns of fraud, irregularity and financial exposure requires more
When Silence Is the Alarm: Why Professional SSAS Monitoring Matters
A ship is transiting a high-risk corridor. The master quietly activates the Ship Security Alarm System (SSAS), sending a covert
Kenya Under Pressure: Rising Unrest and Risk of Escalation
Kenya’s political and civic environment is becoming increasingly volatile and unpredictable as the country edges toward the 2027 General Election
The AI Due Diligence Mirage
By Gavin Sinclair, Group Head of Diligence and Investigations Artificial intelligence has earned its place in the due diligence process.
Castor Vali Secures Record-Breaking Rhino Charge 2026
This year was Castor Vali’s 10th year, as the official Rhino Charge security sponsor responsible for managing the safety and
Renewed piracy threat in Somali Basin and Gulf of Aden
Overview Recent Key Developments Incident Summary: Somalia Waters Within Somali waters, at least 11 incidents have been recorded since the
Uncovering the truth: How forensic intelligence protects your operations
Businesses today face increasing exposure to fraud, corruption, and internal misconduct. When decisions are made without reliable intelligence, the consequences
15 Years of Purpose, Growth and Trust: Celebrating the Castor Vali Journey
This year, Castor Vali proudly marks 15 years in business. What began in 2011 as a specialist maritime security company
Security Implications of the Iran Crisis on Africa
On 07 April 2026, the US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, with Tehran confirming safe passage through the
Strengthening Diligence and Investigations: Introducing Castor Vali’s New Division
Organisations are making high-value decisions in environments where regulatory pressure, financial exposure, and reputational risk are closely intertwined. Fraud, corruption,
Socio-Economic Impact of the Middle East Crisis on Africa
This weekend marked a month since the U.S. and Israel initiated targeted strikes on Iran on 28 February 2026, triggering
Retracing History: The Heroes of Telemark Expedition
By Lawrence Clinton, COO, Castor Vali I recently had the privilege of undertaking a 125-mile cross-country ski expedition across the
Crisis Leadership in High-Risk Environments: When Doing Less Achieves More
In complex operating environments, not every crisis arrives with warning. Some emerge quietly, without a clear trigger, formal notification. These
The Escalating Drone Threat in the Sahel and West Africa
Overview Recent Key Developments Use of first-person view (FPV) unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in warfare has received considerable attention in
