AMSA: New SMS requirements starting June 2025
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) informs that from 1 June 2025, new safety management system (SMS) requirements will come into effect. According to AMSA, the recent updates were carefu
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The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) informs that from 1 June 2025, new safety management system (SMS) requirements will come into effect. According to AMSA, the recent updates were carefu
DNV has provided guidance on issues such as the Engine International Air Pollution Prevention (EIAPP) certification of engines and record maintenance, which have led to several PSC detentions. GHG re
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has issued an investigation report into the Grounding of Hagen Oldendorff which took place in Port Hedland, Western Australia on 9 April 2022. What …
The Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) issued a new advisory to inform about the ship security measures in effect due to the geopolitial conflict in Syria. Due to the …
The ATSB has issued a number of safety recommendations after an electrical short circuit led to the grounding of a bulk carrier in the channel off Port Hedland, in Western …
As the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) explains in their Leadership Insights newsletter story that antifragility not only withstands disruptions but thrives and evolves because of them. Under
Orbyt Global and Telenor Maritime have partnered with Attica Group to improve connectivity across its fleet, focusing on the needs of both passengers and crew. The collaboration spans Superfast Ferri
EMSA has published a new study on the identification of specific competences for seafarers on ships using alternative fuels and energy systems. According to ESMA, the decarbonisation of shipping invo
Seafarers are set to benefit from improved welfare and working conditions thanks to new legal protections proposed by the UK government. These amendments, part of the Employment Rights Bill, will …
Guy Hindley has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Baltic Exchange Council, with effect from 1 January 2025, following the leadership of Lord Jeffrey Mountevans who has held …
Wärtsilä has received an order to supply a complete propulsion package for a 38,000 DWT methanol-ready cement carrier vessel. The ship, being built by Zhejiang Xinle Shipbuilding Co. and scheduled …
A $1.2 billion investment is set to transform Senegal’s trade landscape with the development of the Port of Ndayane, a major maritime infrastructure project. The arrival of the dredger Willem …
IMCA has issued a safety alert following an incident where a pressurized hose disconnected during maintenance on a vessel, highlighting the lack of secondary securing systems and proper equipment chec
Key maritime stakeholders collectively emphasize the need for a human-centered approach to sustainability, highlighting that seafarers’ welfare directly influences safety, efficiency, and environmenta
The IACS Council met in London in mid-December (C90) scheduling new dates for the introduction of revised Common Structural Rules (CSR) and acknowledging the significant number of safety related outpu
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV) is partnering with Samsung Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. (SHIto develop Floating CO2 Storage Units (FCSU) and Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) projects in the …
At least 13 people lost their lives, and over 100 passengers faced a terrifying ordeal when a passenger ferry capsized off the coast of Mumbai on 18 December following a …
Maersk forecasts global trade growth of 5-7% in 2024, driven by strong U.S. demand despite challenges like potential port strikes and increased tariffs on foreign-made goods. According to a Reuters …
Enova has unveiled an $84 million support package for the maritime industry, targeting the development of zero-emission vessels. The funding will support projects including seven ammonia carriers, tw
The Swedish Club’s Monthly Safety Scenario for December presents an incident in which a bosun fell while performing maintenance work in cargo hold. It was morning, and the bosun and …