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China MSA releases report into explosion onboard the YM Mobility

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China MSA releases report into explosion onboard the YM Mobility
China MSA releases report into explosion onboard the YM Mobility

On 9 August 2024, a major explosion occurred aboard the container vessel YM Mobility at the Beilun Second Container Terminal in Ningbo-Zhoushan, China. The explosion originated from a container near the bow, loaded with dangerous goods. Although declared by the shipper as a reefer container used as a substitute for a dry container, it was not connected to a power supply. The incident resulted in an estimated economic loss of approximately CNY 90 million (US$13 million). Continue reading “China MSA releases report into explosion onboard the YM Mobility”

NTSB investigation into grounding of barge Cordova Provider

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The integrated tug and barge Krystal Sea and Cordova Provider in 2013, before the grounding.  Credit: NTSB
The integrated tug and barge Krystal Sea and Cordova Provider in 2013, before the grounding.  Credit: NTSB

The US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has published a report into the grounding of barge Cordova Provider earlier this year.

What Happened

On January 11, 2025, at 0250 local time, the integrated tug and barge Krystal Sea/Cordova Provider was transiting Prince William Sound when the four lines connecting the tug to the barge parted, causing the barge to uncouple from the tug. The barge drifted, eventually Continue reading “NTSB investigation into grounding of barge Cordova Provider”

Tokyo MOU on maintenance and rigging of pilot transfer arrangements

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Defective pilot ladder. Source: Tokyo MOU
Defective pilot ladder. Source: Tokyo MOU

Tokyo MOU has reinforced an awareness of the potential risks associated with the improper maintenance and rigging of pilot transfer arrangements. Therefore they released a guidance on maintenance and rigging of pilot transfer.

Tokyo MOU has reported that recent reports and Port State Control (PSC) inspections have highlighted recurring issues related to pilot ladders and hoist/pilot transfer arrangements, the improper rigging of pilot transfer arrangements. Continue reading “Tokyo MOU on maintenance and rigging of pilot transfer arrangements”

AMSA on using exhaust gas cleaning systems (EGCS)

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AMSA has provided guidance on using exhaust gas cleaning systems (EGCS) in Australian waters.
AMSA has provided guidance on using exhaust gas cleaning systems (EGCS) in Australian waters.

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has released guidance on how to use an exhaust gas cleaning system (EGCS) to meet the fuel sulphur limit of 0.50% m/m, as required under MARPOL Annex VI and Australian law. This what AMSA has to say on exhaust gas cleaning systems.
Marine notice 2025/04 provides guidance on using an exhaust gas cleaning system (EGCS) to support compliance with the sulphur limit of 0.50 mass per cent concentration (m/m) in fuel oil.
The sulphur limit is required by the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) Annex VI and Australia’s domestic law. Continue reading “AMSA on using exhaust gas cleaning systems (EGCS)”

IMCA releases annual eCMID Inspection Findings and Quality Assurance Report to highlight key safety trends

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The 2024/2025 eCMID Inspection Findings and Quality Assurance Report has been released by IMCA
The 2024/2025 eCMID Inspection Findings and Quality Assurance Report has been released by IMCA

IMCA has published its annual eCMID Inspection Findings and Quality Assurance Report, offering a comprehensive review of vessel inspection results and quality assurance processes for the 2024/25 period. The report continues to serve as a vital resource for the offshore industry, highlighting immediate priorities and mapping a long-term course for safety and compliance.

The eCMID system, comprising both the eCMID Vessel Inspection and the eCMID Small Vessel Inspection, recorded a significant rise in inspection activity. Figures to April 2025 show a 16% increase in inspections Continue reading “IMCA releases annual eCMID Inspection Findings and Quality Assurance Report to highlight key safety trends”

Lundy Explorer report published by MAIB

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The MAIB's Lundy Explorer report has identified some important safety issues
The MAIB’s Lundy Explorer report has identified some important safety issues

The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published the Lundy Explorer report, an incident which left one passenger severely injured. On 7 June 2023, the rigid inflatable boat (RIB) Lundy Explorer departed Ilfracombe Harbour for a sea safari trip. While leaving the harbour the boat encountered a high wave, which caused it to slam into an oncoming wave. A passenger sitting in a jockey seat in the front of the RIB, where the highest shock loads were experienced, was dislodged from their seat and suffered a fracture of their spinal column that resulted in permanent paralysis. Continue reading “Lundy Explorer report published by MAIB”

National Recreational Boating Statement reveals blue economy delivers high values for Australian boating

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BIA releases National Recreational Boating Statement at the Sydney boat show
BIA releases National Recreational Boating Statement at the Sydney boat show

The Boating Industry Association recently launched the National Recreational Boating Statement at the new-format Sydney Boat Show to an audience of government, stakeholder and industry representatives. BIA CEO Andrew Fielding said the National Recreational Boating Statement report found boating participation was set to reach more than 2.9 million by 2030, when there would be 1 million registered boats and Australians were expected to spend $20 billion on getting out on the water in all forms of watercraft.

“Australia is a lucky country, with some of the best conditions for boating in the world,” Fielding said. Continue reading “National Recreational Boating Statement reveals blue economy delivers high values for Australian boating”

Panamanian Ship Registry to stop accepting tankers and bulkers more than 15 years old

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Panamanian Ship Registry to stop accepting tankers and bulkers more than 15 years old
Panamanian Ship Registry to stop accepting tankers and bulkers more than 15 years old

The Panamanian Ship Registry is to stop accepting tankers and bulkers more than 15 years old. The move has been officially communicated to the industry through an update to MMN 11/2024, which specifies the requirements for the Precheck process. It is based on an analysis of data from inspections and detentions of vessels flying the national flag. A key component of Precheck is the risk assessment regarding sanctions and vessel operations.

The regulation was adopted after the Directorate General of the Merchant Marine identified that 71% of fleet detentions between 2023 and the first half of 2025 involved bulk carriers, general cargo vessels, and oil tankers older than 15 years. Continue reading “Panamanian Ship Registry to stop accepting tankers and bulkers more than 15 years old”

Partnership to develop world’s longest-range hybrid electric ship

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Partnership to develop world’s longest-range hybrid electric ship Source: Glosten
Partnership to develop world’s longest-range hybrid electric ship Source: Glosten

Fleetzero and Glosten have teamed up to develop world’s longest-range hybrid electric ship.

Glosten has been working with Fleetzero on the retrofit of a Lightering Support Vessel owned and operated by AET. The partnership said this collaboration marks a major step forward in the effort to offer zero-emission global shipping and expand the reach of electric propulsion in commercial maritime applications. Continue reading “Partnership to develop world’s longest-range hybrid electric ship”

Liberia launches CIC on compliance with marine notices

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Liberia launches CIC on compliance with marine notices
Liberia launches CIC on compliance with marine notices

The Liberia Maritime Authority has launches a CIC on compliance with marine notices.
The purpose of the CIC is to determine the level of compliance of all involved parties with the requirements of the Liberian marine notices, especially those related to safety compliance.

Vessel operators and Designated Persons Ashore (DPA) should ensure that:

  • Relevant documents are available onboard and ready for inspection by Liberian inspectors
  • Evidence of communication is preserved and available upon request
  • Crew is aware of Liberian requirements and ready to demonstrate compliance

Continue reading “Liberia launches CIC on compliance with marine notices”

The Hague Rules: 100 years old and still standing

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The Hague Rules: 100 years old and still standing
The Hague Rules: 100 years old and still standing

Is simplicity a reason for the success of the Hague Rules? In this opinion piece, Mark Russell, Head of Cargo Claims in Gard, outlines the history – and looks to the future – in a world of competing cargo carriage regimes.

The Hague Rules came into being 100 years ago this year, becoming the first international convention governing the rights and obligations under bills of lading for the carriage of goods by sea. As the volume of internationally traded goods grew, the Hague Rules were born out of a need for uniformity in the allocation of risk between shipowners and cargo interests. Continue reading “The Hague Rules: 100 years old and still standing”

Understanding effective risk assesments

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Understanding effective risk assesments
Understanding effective risk assesments

The growing scale and complexity of marine transportation necessitate a proactive and multi-faceted approach to risk management. While professional expertise, experience, and regulatory frameworks provide valuable advantages, they cannot anticipate all potential risks which is why Understanding effective risk assesments is important.

A review of incidents often finds that opportunities were missed to identify and mitigate the risks. As with any process, risk assessments may be ineffective and unlikely to contribute to safety if they are missing the point, are not understood, or seen merely as a ‘tick box exercise’. Risk assessments should ideally occur on many levels, both as a formal, documented process and as a dynamic, ‘on the job’ activity. Continue reading “Understanding effective risk assesments”

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