USCG Safety Alert on Effective Communication while Completing Declaration of Inspection
USCG issued Safety Alert 15/2025 on 24th Jul 2025 which is based on finding of recent oil spill in Delaware river. Below is from the safety alert A recent oil…
UK MCA: Bridge Navigational Safety & Risk of Collision
There have been several recent incidents where failing to keep a proper lookout and poor navigational watchkeeping practices have led to collisions and groundings involving fatalities, and serious injuries. Navigation…
USCG: FAQ on Cybersecurity in the Marine Transportation System
On January 17, 2025, the Coast Guard published a final rule, Cybersecurity in the Marine Transportation System (MTS), in the Federal Register (90 FR 6298). This final rule became effective…
Oil Tanker Rescues 3 Boat Crew in Co-ordination with Maritime New Zealnd
Three people are now safely on-board a merchant ship, after the launch they were in suffered mechanical issues and had to be abandoned. At about 2.30 PM, 17 July Maritime…
Injured Crew from Container Vessel “Ea Chara” Air Lifted by USCG
HONOLULU – The Coast Guard medevaced a crew member of a cargo ship 85 miles offshore Oahu Saturday. Joint Rescue Coordination Center Honolulu watchstanders received a phone call at around…
Latest ClassNK Technical Rules and Guidance Now Available
Class NK announced the publication of the latest versions of our Technical Rules and Guidance, reflecting amendments as of 20 June 2025.This feature is available as below This update is…
Singapore Commits Second Tranche of USD 3 million to IMO Training Programme
Singapore has committed a second tranche of USD 3 million to enhance technical cooperation and training with the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and its Member States for 2026-2028. This is…
AMSA: Annual Marine Incident Report 2024
AMSA realeased the annual report for the marine incidents for year 2024. Amsa analyses the incidnets reported by the vessel owners, operators and crew. The analysis of the date is…
IACS: Correction to UI for Fire Alarm Detector In Cargo Control Station
Additional indicating unit in the cargo control room in accordance with amended FSS Code Chapter 9.2.5.1.6 In passenger ships, an indicating unit that is capable of individually identifying each detector…
DGS: Compliance Advisory to Marine Laboratories Carrying Test of Solid Bulk Cargoes under IMSBC Code
Indian Maritime Administration (DG Shipping) issued Merchant shipping notice 06/2025 reminding the paramount importance of ensuring the highest standards of technical integrity, ethical practice, and procedural compliance by all laboratories…