PMA revised MMC 404 which contains measures adopted to enhance the performance of the PanamanianMerchant Fleet. THe circular with checklist was initially issued in July 2025 and now the checklist…
There were 344 reported incidents involving domestic commercial vessels in Quarter 4 of 2025. Of these, 54 were serious and 3 very serious. Very serious and serious incidents containing sensitive…
On 7 September 2018, the Republic of the Marshall Islands-registered bulk carrier ANTARES, managed by Transocean Maritime Agencies S.A.M. (the “Company”), was underway off the east coast of Sri Lanka…
The Bahamas has introduced a comprehensive suite of Merchant Shipping Regulations under the Merchant Shipping Act 2021, scheduled to come into force on 1 April 2026, marking a significant milestone…
Bahamas Maritime Authority issued a Safety Alert raise awareness of the serious hazards associated with Hydrogen Sulphide (H₂S). It also highlights the requirement for risk assessment and precautions to be…
Fatigue remains one of the most significant hazards in domestic commercial vessel (DCV) operations. It affects everyone from the master to the newest crew member and must be treated just…
The Federal Maritime Commission is closely monitoring how recent developments surrounding the Panama Canal terminals and China’s retaliatory actions against Panama are affecting global shipping conditions. Laws administered by the…
For more than two decades, the Port and Harbour Marine Safety Code (the Code) has been a cornerstone of safe navigation in Aotearoa’s busy commercial ports and harbours. What began…
Vessels can discharge oily water that causes harm to the oceans and rivers we depend on for our livelihoods and wellbeing. New Zealand’s latest state of the environment report –…
Insights from 2025 vessel inspections including detentions, common safety risks and compliance performance Summary AMSA inspectors check that ships are safe, follow Australian and international standards, and don’t pose risks…
