Her presence here could point to a new chapter of operations in the region. Do you think this is a precursor to expanded counter-narcotics, other missions or maybe just a coincidence?

This sighting, if confirmed, represents a significant move. The last time I spotted MV Ocean Trader was in the Middle East (NSA Bahrain on May 23, 2025)

The MV Ocean Trader is a fascinating asset. Converted from a commercial Ro-Ro ship, she serves as a clandestine forward operating base, capable of launching small craft and supporting special forces teams while blending in with commercial shipping traffic.

While some reports link this to counter-narcotics ops, the F-35's advanced capabilities could suggest a wider scope

This could be a staging ground for a range of "expanded" operations in the southern Caribbean.

Source: @Satellogic powered by @SkyfiApp
Date: 20 September 2025
Resolution: 99cm

The presence of a single TEL/TELAR raises questions. Is it a forward deployment (singular TEL/TELAR relatively useless), a sign of limited resources, or just a small part of a larger, unseen plan?

What's your take on this setup?

Source: maxar powered by skyfi

Date: 14 September 2025

Zooming in, we can identify an airspace surveillance radar on the north coast (B) and a possible TEL/TELAR near the airstrip (A). Given the resolution, the system is hard to definitively ID, but could be a BUK.

What do you think this signals?

Source: @Satellogic delivered by @SkyfiApp
Date: 9 September 2025

Given rising tensions, the southward movement is a notable development in counter-narcotics operations and any other goals of the operation

What do you think is the next logical move for this ARG?

Source: @esa
Date: 3 September 2025

She was in Bahrain less than a month ago, could there be maintenance issues?

Time will tell...

Source: @esa
Date: 1 September 2025

This raises the question: Are these "gray-zone" tactics worth the cost for the PLAN?

Source: @Satellogic powered by @SkyfiApp | @esa
Dates: Aug 27 | Sep 3

This incident confirms the risks of China's "illegal, coercive, aggressive, and deceptive" (ICAD) behavior. The collision between two of their own vessels highlights the operational dangers of these tactics

It has since moved alongside the dock, as seen in low-res Sentinel-2 imagery from Sep 3 (caveats apply given low resolution)

Also, across the bay are a Udaloy-class destroyer and a Steregushchiy-class frigate

This is a significant portion of Russia's modern naval deterrent