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04:00 pm/18 June 2026  In this week’s Risk on the Radar podcast, Nick Maddalena and Robert Peters examine the recently agreed Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Iran and what it means for regional stability, global energy markets, and maritime security. The long-awaited agreement was announced by President Donald Trump on Sunday, digitally signed on Monday, and formally endo...

09:00am/2nd June 2026  In this week’s Risk on the Radar podcast, Nick Maddalena and Robert Peters examine the latest developments in the Middle East and their implications for maritime security. A ceasefire—on paper. A blockade—very much alive. They discuss how the proposed 60-day deal aims to cool tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, ease pressure on Iranian ports, and unlock frozen funds—but th...

11:00am/11th May 2026 In this week’s Risk on the Radar podcast, Nick Maddalena and Robert Peters examine the latest geopolitical and maritime security developments. They discuss the three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine beginning on 9 May, coinciding with a notably subdued Victory Day Parade in Russia. The episode also explores the resurgence of piracy, following the hijacking of three co...

07:00am/06th May 2026 "This week on Ambrey's Risk on the Radar podcast, Nick Maddalena, MD of Ambrey Global Specialty and Rob Peters, Director of Risk Analytics, discuss the events of the weekend in the Persian Gulf, the Baltic and the Black Sea. President Trump's announcement of 'Operation Freedom' resulted in the escort of two commercial vessels through the Strait of Hor...

11:00 am/27th April 2026  “This week on Ambrey’s Risk on the Radar podcast, Nick Maddalena and Rob Peters take a wider view of global maritime security, examining recent developments in the Baltic Sea and the Black Sea. They discuss increased USV and UAV activity, alongside nightly attacks on commercial shipping, critical infrastructure, and military facilities across the region.  The conversation...

11:00am/20th April 2026 “In this week’s episode, we discuss the announcement from the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Friday afternoon declaring the Strait of Hormuz 'open' and what happened next. Vessels began transiting the Strait, only to be turned around after being hailed by the IRGC; others were targeted. By Saturday afternoon, the Strait was declared ‘closed’. What should w...

11:00am/13th April 2026 “As initial talks fail to break through, and the US threatens a blockade of Iran, what are the implications for shipping? In this episode we consider the evolution of the US position, and its impact on risk and warranties. Plus, as the Iraqi Parliament appoints the President, why might there be an increased risk of disruption to shipping?” Risk on the Radar is Ambrey’s week...

11:00am/8 April 2026 “Overnight, the United States and Iran agreed to a fragile two-week ceasefire, halting direct hostilities just hours before a U.S. deadline for wider war. At the heart of the deal: Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a lifeline for global oil and shipping. But the ceasefire comes with conditions. In this podcast, we break down what last night’s announcement really means for s...

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