Biggest Iran-related sanctions package since 2018 targets corrupt regime-linked shipping empire that has funneled billions to Tehran WASHINGTON — Today, in its largest Iran-related action since 2018, the Department of…
Panama issued MMN 05/2025 to communicate to allvShipowners/Operators, Legal Representatives of Panama Flag Vessels, and PanamavMerchant Marine Recognized Organizations (ROs) that Member Authorities of the Tokyovand Paris Memoranda of Understanding…
The Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) clarifies that it has no restrictions or prohibitions on the recognition of Certificates of Competence or Proficiency Certificates issued by the Maritime Administration of the…
MAIB issued its annual report for 2024. This report details the work of the MAIB during 2024 and includes: The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) examines and investigates all types…
CDI has issued a notice which is dated 31st Julty 2025 announcing a new type of inspection category as “China Domestic Trade Inspection Type. This is aimed at bringing into…
On 20 August 2025, RightShip is introducing a major update to its Safety Score that changes this: deficiencies will now be weighted by their severity, classified using a methodology developed…
WASHINGTON (July 29, 2025) — Anticipating a strong cross-current that never materialized, an experienced tow pilot deviated from the sailing line on the Mississippi River and struck components of the…
A recent trial by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) and the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) is expected to support policy changes in Australia that will see…
On July 23, 2025, the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) launched a safety issue investigation (SII) (M24A0348) into shipboard fires on commercial vessels and the effectiveness of emergency response…
Port authority of Bew South Wales issued Harbour Master Instruction HMI 002-2025 advicing DUKC Requirment for Tanker with draft 0f 10.5 at Gore Berth, Sydney Harbour. Tanker vessels berthing at…
