The International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) has issued updated “Position Papers” outlining its views and ongoing actions on key maritime industry topics. The documents provide background on each subject,…
Transport Canada issued bulletin for vessel operators that operate vessels equipped with Shaft Power Limitation (ShaPoLi) or Engine Power Limitation (EPL) systems when entering, leaving, and operating in all waters…
This edition is about unsafe operation of vessel cranes. In it G2 Ocean explains in detail what they mean by “rough” handling and the risks to personnel that may result…
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) has urged governments to use the coming year to rebuild trust and reach agreement on a fair and practical path to decarbonising shipping —…
The European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) released its “Annual Overview of Marine Casualties and Incidents 2025” report, which provides an analysis of accidents and incidents from January 1, 2015, to…
The Seaway Corporations are confirming the closing dates of the 2025-26 navigation season that were communicated in Seaway Notice No.2 of 2025. Closing Dates Montreal-Lake Ontario Section The Seaway Corporations…
The explosion on October 18, aboard an LPG tanker Falcon continues to be under investigation, with the authorities discounting the media speculation of an attack by the Houthis. The Houthis…
A Cameroonian-flagged oil tanker, FALCON (IMO: 9014432, MMSI: 613467061), reportedly suffered an explosion and fire about 60 nautical miles south of Ahwar, Yemen, prompting a distress call and the launch…
This Safety Alert is issued by the Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) to share lessons to be learned on the safe handling and storage of dry ice. It is based on…
India’s expanding maritime trade has brought about increased vessel traffic, higher cargo volumes, and elevated navigational risks along its extensive coastline. Despite this growth, the availability of maritime salvage and…
