Hands Free Mooring System Commissioning Completed at Iroquois Lock
The Hands-Free Mooring (HFM) system at Iroquois Lock has been fully commissioned and is now the primary method of mooring for all lockages. A reminder that all ships being moored…
US CBP Announces Major Policy Update for Container Inspections at LA/LB Ports
On August 14, 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued a significant announcement: starting August 25, 2025, the container inspection and transport process at the Los Angeles/Long Beach (LA/LB)…
M.T. Excellion Hit by UAV in Izmail Port in Ukraine
Oil tanker Excellion (IMO: 9428437) was struck amid a series of UAV attacks launched by Russian forces against port facilities, while moored at the eastern pier of the Izmail Oil…
MAIB: Lundy Explorer Report Published
Today, we have published our accident investigation report into the serious injury to a passenger on the sea safari rigid inflatable boat Lundy Explorer at Ilfracombe, England on 7 June…
Caribbean Authorities Enhance Search and Rescue Coordination
Maritime authorities from across the Caribbean are gathered in Kingston, Jamaica (18–22 August), to strengthen coordination and response in maritime search and rescue (SAR) operations, in a region which faces…
Draft restriction remains in place on Patapsco River following W-Sapphire incident
BALTIMORE – Coast Guard Sector Maryland-National Capital Region personnel, in coordination with partner agencies, are actively engaged in salvage planning, Wednesday, to recover the hatch cover that detached during the…
Stay Visible With Proper Positioning of Navigation Lights
Purpose: The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) issues findings of concern to disseminate information related to unsafe conditions that were identified as causal factors in a casualty and could contribute to…
Beirut Port Authority’S Clarification on Operations and Services
The Beirut Port Authority has issued a statement addressing recent concerns regarding its operations, emphasizing that services remain uninterrupted and accessible to stakeholders. The authority clarified that its cashier services…
USCG Updates Safety Zones & Draft Restrictions Following W-Sapphire Incident
BALTIMORE – The Coast Guard continues its response to the W-Sapphire incident in the Chesapeake Bay Tuesday, with updated measures in place to ensure the safety of personnel, vessels, and…
USCG:Shipyard Work Barge Policies & Operations
Purpose. The U.S. Coast Guard issues findings of concern to disseminate information related to unsafe conditions that were identified as causal factors in a casualty and could contribute to future…