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In this blog post, we will delve into ShipXplorer's AIS hardware and store, introducing you to their top-notch products that are changing the industry.

In a recent incident underscoring the escalating maritime tensions in the Red Sea, a commercial vessel reported two explosions nearby while sailing 40 nautical miles south of al Mukha, Yemen. According to a statement from the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), the vessel and its crew were unharmed and have continued their journey to the next port of call. Authorities are currently investigating the incident.

The U.S. Army has deployed the General Frank S. Besson to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, according to Central Command (CENTCOM). This action comes within 36 hours of President Joe Biden's commitment to constructing a temporary pier for supplying assistance to the besieged enclave.

ShipXplorer's AIS Dongle is a compact yet powerful device designed to decode real-time Automatic Identification System (AIS) transmissions. With its dual-channel reception capability, this high-performance AIS USB receiver captures AIS messages and data directly onto your laptop or Raspberry Pi, offering valuable insights into global vessel movements.

The Russian Ministry of Emergencies reported that a fire erupted on a nuclear-powered container ship and icebreaker in the northern port of Murmansk but was swiftly extinguished.