Change to the Pilotage Model at the Port of Dampier
Mariners are advised that Pilbara Ports will be assuming operational control and governance of marine pilotage for common user berths, King Bay Supply Base and the Toll Dampier Supply Base…
USCG 150,000 pounds of Cocaine Through Operation Pacific Viper
The U.S. Coast Guard announced Tuesday it has seized more than 150,000 pounds of cocaine in the Eastern Pacific Ocean since launching Operation Pacific Viper in early August. With a…
ABS Chairman and CEO Named International Personality of the Year at the Greek Shipping Awards
ABS Chairman and Chief Executive Christopher J. Wiernicki was named International Personality of the Year at the Lloyds List Greek Shipping Awards, the second time he has received the honor.…
Marine Firefighting Expert Needed for Port Authorities
The U.S. Coast Guard issued findings of concern to disseminate information related to unsafe conditions that were identified as causal factors in a casualty and could contribute to future incidents.…
The Master’s Ultimate Retention of Authority
The U.S. Coast Guard issued findings of concern to disseminate information related to unsafe conditions that were identified as causal factors in a casualty and could contribute to future incidents.…
The Swedish Club Appoints Markus Johansson as Chief Financial Officer
4 December, 2025 The Swedish Club is pleased to announce the appointment of Markus Johansson as its new Chief Financial Officer. Markus brings more than 20 years of international financial…
IMO Updates Logo to Reflect Reinvigorated Maritime Future
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) will roll out a refreshed logo and visual identity, following a presentation by IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez to the 34th session of the IMO Assembly…
Liberia: Extension of Statutory Renewal Surveys and Dry-dock Survey
Libaria flag release revision 1 of Marine Advisory regarding the Extension of Statutory Renewal Surveys and Dry-dock Survey. The purpose of this Marine Advisory is to provide guidance to ensure…
Accidental Release of Free-Fall Lifeboat & Crew Injury
The occurrence On 02 September 2023, the bulk carrier Golden Zhejiang was at anchor in Trincomali Channel, British Columbia when the second and fourth engineers were carrying out a weekly…
Marshall Island: Stop Work Authority
Stop-work authority can prevent marine casualties by allowing seafarers, regardless of their position on board, to manage safety in real time by giving them the responsibility, obligation, and right to…