Mauritius’ Court Cites Gross Negligence & Complacency in M/V Wakashio Report
On the 25th of July 2020 at 19:26 the motor vessel M/V M/V Wakashio1, a cape size bulk carrier of 203,130 MT DWT and of length 295.95 m ran aground…
TSB Investigation Report on Person Overboard and Loss of Cargo Involving MV Sivumut
The TSB has released its investigation report (M23C0305) into a cargo loss and fall overboard in Frobisher Bay, Nunavut, in 2023. The investigation determined that the barge used by the…
First BRICS Seafarers’ Forum in Brazil
The First BRICS Seafarers’ Forum was held in Salvador, Brazil. Representatives of maritime trade unions from Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, and the…
Guidelines to Address Human Element Issues by IACS
ACS has published Recommendation 192: Guidelines to Address Human Element Issues, a framework designed to integrate human-centred thinking into the development of technical requirements. Putting people at the centre of…
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…