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New biosecurity requirements by New Zealand authorities

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New biosecurity requirements by New Zealand authorities
New biosecurity requirements by New Zealand authorities

New Zealand’s Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is introducing the Biosecurity Pre-Arrival Report (PAR) for all commercial vessels calling in New Zealand starting 31 October 2024, replacing the current Master’s Declaration (MD) and Biofouling and Ballast Water Declaration (BBWD).

According to NorthStandard P&I Club, the PAR will not be mandatory for the first six months, during which MPI will still accept the MD and BBWD, but from 1 May 2025, it will become mandatory, and the old documentation will no longer be accepted. The PAR must be submitted at least 48 hours prior to arrival in New Zealand territorial waters. Continue reading “New biosecurity requirements by New Zealand authorities”

MAIB report: Two wheelchair users died after wheelyboat capsized

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Two wheelchair users died after wheelyboat capsized
Two wheelchair users died after wheelyboat capsized

On 8 June 2022, two wheelchair users lost their lives when a wheelyboat capsized on Roadford Lake, Devon, England. The wheelchair users were residents from a local care home who were participating in a day trip on the lake. When the wheelyboat capsized, the residents who were strapped into their wheelchairs were dragged to the bottom of the lake and drowned. The MAIB investigation found that the wheelyboat had not been correctly maintained, allowing water to leak into the boat and making it unstable, which led to its capsize. The bow ramp seals were not subjected to regular inspection before use and had degraded, compromising the watertight integrity of the wheelyboat. The activity centre had not fully identified the risks or understood the unique needs of operating the wheelyboat with wheelchair users. Continue reading “MAIB report: Two wheelchair users died after wheelyboat capsized”

Korean Register releases report on safe maritime transport of EVs on PCTC Vessels

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Safe maritime transport of EVs on PCTC Vessels report published
Safe maritime transport of EVs on PCTC Vessels report published

With the global shift toward decarbonization, the electric vehicle (EV) market is rapidly expanding, resulting in a high volume of EVs being transported on PCTC vessels. However, EVs pose a serious fire accident compared to traditional vehicles, requiring careful management during maritime transport.
To secure safety, KR has published a report, ‘Safe Maritime Transport of Electric Vehicles on PCTCs’, outlining EV fire characteristics and providing safety recommendations based on HAZID analysis.
The classification society invited experts from various fields including several domestic PCTC shipping companies and shipyards and the National Fire Research Institute to conduct a HAZID (hazard identification) workshop for fire safety related to electric vehicles on PCTC ships. Continue reading “Korean Register releases report on safe maritime transport of EVs on PCTC Vessels”

New Italian Nautical Code finally approved

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The new Italian Nautical Code has been approved and published
The new Italian Nautical Code has been approved and published

After a lengthy wait of four-and-a-half years, the new Italian Nautical Code has been approved and published in the country’s Official Gazette. This new regulation implements the pleasure boating code and allows the legislative reforms of the sector code to become operational, starting with a series of important simplifications.

This Italian Nautical Code, and its significance, received consistent mentions in various meetings and conferences held as part of the 64th Genoa International Boat Show.

“It was not an easy path, which required the concerted signature of 14 ministers and saw the national trade association of the industry and the nautical supply Continue reading “New Italian Nautical Code finally approved”

Red Ensign Group (REG) Yacht Code update

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REG Yacht Code update has been revised
REG Yacht Code update has been revised

The Red Ensign Group has released an update for its revised Red Ensign Group (REG) Yacht Code. The revised code, which came into force this July, marked the first major update since 2019 after extensive consultation in the industry. This Code of Practice outlines the essential safety standards and pollution prevention measures tailored to various yacht sizes and types. Now the REG has published further Continue reading “Red Ensign Group (REG) Yacht Code update”

New MARPOL discharge regulations within Red Sea and Gulf of Aden

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MARPOL discharge regulations within Red Sea and Gulf of Aden
MARPOL discharge regulations within Red Sea and Gulf of Aden

Lloyd’s Register has announced upcoming restrictions regarding the discharge of garbage, oil, and oily mixtures within the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden Special Areas.
These new restrictions will come into effect from 1 January 2025.
This is the result of the following IMO Resolutions:
Resolution MEPC.381(80) – Establishes the discharge requirements of regulations 15.3, 15.5 and 34.3 to 34.5 of MARPOL Annex I in respect to the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden Special Areas in accordance with Regulation 38.8.1 of MARPOL Annex I.
Resolution MEPC.382(80) – Establishes the discharge requirements of Regulation 6 of MARPOL Annex V in respect to the Red Sea Special Area in accordance Continue reading “New MARPOL discharge regulations within Red Sea and Gulf of Aden”

IUMI issues guidance on mitigating the risks of flexitanks

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Pictured: Lars Lange  Best practice guide for the safe use of flexitanks for the transport of liquid cargoes has been published

The International Union of Marine Insurance (IUMI) has published a comprehensive best practice guide for the safe use of flexitanks for the transport of liquid cargoes. According to IUMI, the guide’s objective is to provide underwriters, brokers and their clients with practical guidance to ensure cargoes transported by flexitanks arrive intact at their chosen destination. The paper outlines a range of potential risks including poor stowage, incorrect installation, overloading, material deficiencies, transport issues and others.

Flexible tanks – or flexitanks – are poly film bladders that are filled with a liquid cargo (such as dairy products, wine, fruit juice or non-dangerous oils) and then placed into a standard ISO container for transportation. Continue reading “IUMI issues guidance on mitigating the risks of flexitanks”

Isle of Man advisory on enclosed space entry and CO2 hazards issued

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Advisory on enclosed space entry and CO2 hazards issued
Advisory on enclosed space entry and CO2 hazards issued

The Isle of Man Ship Registry has published Technical Advisory Notice 005-24 regarding enclosed space entry, gas detection, and CO2 hazards. The advisory primarily targets dry cargo operators, as they experience the highest incidence of enclosed space accidents. It emphasizes the need to assess hazards from cargoes before loading, particularly those that emit CO2, such as organic cargoes like coal. A recent incident resulted in the deaths of three stevedores, highlighting the risks of oxygen depletion and CO2 toxicity from organic materials.

This advisory serves as a supplement to previous Technical Advisory Notices (007-19 and 008-19), which also addressed issues related to enclosed space safety. Continue reading “Isle of Man advisory on enclosed space entry and CO2 hazards issued”

MAIB issues safety bulletin after fishing vessel Argos Georgia sinks leaving 13 dead

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Fishing vessel Argos Georgia sinks leaving 13 deadImage courtesy of Royal Air Force
Fishing vessel Argos Georgia sinks leaving 13 dead Image courtesy of Royal Air Force

The Marine Accident Investigation Branch is urging owners, operators and skippers of fishing vessels fitted with side shell doors to ensure suitable and sufficient risk assessment of watertight integrity.

Argos Georgia was a longline fishing vessel registered in St Helena. The vessel foundered while on passage from Port Stanley in the Falkland Islands to fishing grounds near the island of South Georgia. Of the 27 persons people on board, 13 perished.

The ongoing investigation has found that the shell door in the starboard side of Argos Georgia descended slowly into the fully open position. This allowed significant quantities of water to enter the vessel. Continue reading “MAIB issues safety bulletin after fishing vessel Argos Georgia sinks leaving 13 dead”

IRClass releases updates to NDT service suppliers

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IRClass releases updates to NDT service suppliers
IRClass releases updates to NDT service suppliers

The Indian Register of Shipping (IRClass) has published amendments to the Classification Notes: Requirements for NDT Service Suppliers

Revisions have been made to both sections of the document including:
Section 1: General – Amendments are made to provide better clarity in the scope. Definitions for terms such as ‘ANDT’, ‘AUT’, ‘ET’, ‘VT’, etc. have also been introduced while definitions for few other terms such as ‘NDT’, ‘NDT service suppliers’ have been amended. Finally, the list of references has been updated. Continue reading “IRClass releases updates to NDT service suppliers”

Isle of Man Ship Registry releases 2023 Annual Casualty Summary Report

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The Isle of Man Ship Registry has published the 2023 Annual Casualty Summary Report.
The Isle of Man Ship Registry has published the 2023 Annual Casualty Summary Report.

The Isle of Man Ship Registry has published the 2023 Annual Casualty Summary Report.
The Annual Summary of Casualties, Accidents and Incidents on Isle of Man Registered Vessels contains an analysis of the data and trends identified from casualty reports submitted to the Ship Registry during 2023.
According to the report, there were 36 accident, 29 incident and 3 casualty reports last year overall, which included 5 fatalities, 5 serious injuries and 11 minor injuries. The most common occurrences in 2023 were collision/allision, sudden uncontrolled release of substances from a system and seafarer injury.
It also stated using portable tools and moving about the ship were the most dangerous activities for seafarers. Continue reading “Isle of Man Ship Registry releases 2023 Annual Casualty Summary Report”

Pair trawlers collision results in flooding and sinking of vessel

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Pair trawlers collision during routine fish transfer
Pair trawlers have a collision during routine fish transfer

At 1149 on 6 October 2022, the pair trawlers Guiding Light and Guiding Star have a collision during a routine fish transfer. Guiding Star’s stern was breached, and flooded. The crew unsuccessfully attempted to pump out the floodwater, and the vessel foundered about an hour later. The eight crew evacuated to a liferaft, which capsized during the accident; five were recovered to Guiding Light and the remaining three were winched to a coastguard rescue helicopter. All crew survived unharmed.

Safety issues
• The fish transfer had not been risk assessed and, during the operation, Guiding Light’s wheelhouse was left unattended, which meant the skipper was not at the navigational controls to prevent the collision. Continue reading “Pair trawlers collision results in flooding and sinking of vessel”

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