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Current maritime affairs
Maritime barometer: Cautious optimism for shipping volumes and investments despite uncertainty
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency Traficom conducted a maritime barometer survey among industry stakeholders in January 2026. According to the barometer, maritime transport volumes are expected to increase over the next 12 months. Investment outlooks are also largely positive, although economic and geopolitical uncertainty continues to weigh on the operating environment. The survey was conducted before the challenges to maritime transport arising from the situation in the Middle East.
The Turku Archipelago receives a new and more detailed nautical chart series
, updated at 14:18The nautical chart series for the Turku Archipelago has been renewed. The charts are now based on the N2000 height system and include more detailed hydrographic survey data than before.
Nordic and Baltic countries meet in Helsinki to discuss current security challenges
Directors-General of national authorities from the Nordic and Baltic countries met in Helsinki on 5 February 2026 to discuss current security challenges in the region. The meeting focused on risks posed by the activities of Russia’s shadow fleet, GNSS interference targeting satellite positioning systems and the protection of critical infrastructure such as subsea cables.