Maritime NZ takes the welfare of seafarers extremely seriously. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and will take any action necessary to ensure compliance with all applicable international…
Liberia flag issued a Marine Advisory is to draw the attention of shipowners, operators, inspectors, masters and crew to the investigation findings after a fire, requiring activation of a fixed…
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) takes the safety of crew, vessels and the protection of the marine environment seriously. After receiving reports that Liberian-flagged bulk carrier, Swift Hangzhou, was…
Government officials and maritime experts from Asian coastal States* gathered in Singapore (2-6 February) for the first IMO workshop on ships’ routeing and ship reporting systems. The workshop aimed to…
At about 1527 on 24 February 2023, the twin screw conventional tug Biter girted and capsized off Greenock, Scotland while attached to the stern of the passenger vessel Hebridean Princess,…
This safety bulletin (video) has been published at the request of industry to promote the key safety issues identified during the MAIB’s investigation to those involved in ship assist towage…
On the morning of 24 October 2023, the Isle of Man registered general cargo carrier Verity collided with the Bahamas registered bulk carrier Polesie in the German Bight traffic separation…
A recent marine casualty resulting in the capsizing and subsequent loss of life onboard a commercial fishing vessel has highlighted the inherent risks associated with trawling and other bottom-contact operations…
USCG issued a Marine Safety Alert regarding the incidents of containers falling overboard. During September and October of 2025, multiple incidents occurred at various terminals throughout the Port of Los…
On 3 February, the World Maritime University (WMU) delivered a public webinar on Contemporary Maritime Governance: Bridging Global Standards with Strategic Public Management. The webinar examined the transformation of the…
