Welland Canal’s Planned Outages for Unwatering Gate Removal below Lock 1
Mariners are advised that Lock 1 will be closed for two ten-hour periods for the removal of the unwatering gates at the lower end of the lock. Please note that…
Port Headland’s Requirements for the Maintenance and Safe Use of Pilot Ladders
A new marine notice has been published by the Port of Port Hedland dated 02-Oct-2025 regarding the Requirements for the Maintenance and Safe Use of Pilot Ladders. In an endeavour…
Enhancing safety for fishing vessel crews: Ecuador hosts workshop on key maritime convention
Fishing remains one of the most challenging and hazardous industries worldwide. Strengthening safety at sea through proper training and certification is essential for the well-being of fishing vessel personnel. To…
ABS Approves Next-Generation Autonomous Technology from HD Hyundai Group
ABS granted approval in principle (AIP) for VesselWise, a next-generation autonomous technology for optimizing propulsion to improve fuel efficiency and enhance operational stability. The technology was developed by HD Korea…
Personal Injury Caused by Use of Line Thrower
Background The Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) has received a report of a serious personal injury caused by use of a line thrower on board a vessel. During use, the line…
Undocumented modification contributed to steam burns
A steam drain line modification, which was not documented or subject to a risk assessment, contributed to an accident on an oil tanker which resulted in burns to three crew…
IMO steps up efforts to train seafarers on alternative fuels and new technologies
The International Maritime Organization is stepping up efforts to prepare seafarers for shipping’s energy transition, in line with its strategy to cut greenhouse gas emissions from ships. IMO has issued…
Australia’s Survey for Improving Welfare Services for Seafarers in Australian ports
Australia has called for survey based on experience with shore-based welfare services and help improve support for visiting seafarers. The wellbeing of seafarers is vital to ensuring safe, sustainable, and…
Liberia’s Maritime Security Bulletin on Piracy Incident in the Philippine Sea
Liberia flag issued a maritime security bulletin no 11 of 2025, this bulletin is for the recent pircy incident observed in the Philippine sea. The bulletin has the details of…
USCG offloads nearly $94.5 million in illegal narcotics
MIAMI – Coast Guard Cutter Seneca’s crew offloaded more than 12,750 pounds of cocaine and marijuana with an approximate street value of $94.5 million in Port Everglades, Tuesday. Seneca was…