In the absence of enacted appropriation or continuing resolution, the Coast Guard is required to execute an orderly suspension of some operations and activities. In general, the Coast Guard will…
ABS awarded approval in principle (AIP) to Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) for its novel design of a wireless fire and gas detection system that advances safety in maritime operations. Conventional…
The International Maritime Organization (IMO), in partnership with the Regional Cooperation of Maritime Authorities (ROCRAM), delivered the first Regional Technical Workshop on Various IMO Subjects in Lima, Peru (20–21 October).…
On 26 October 2025, the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) was informed that there was a collision between a Singapore-registered container vessel, WAN HAI A17, and a Chinese-registered…
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…
