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London, UK, 20 February 2026 – West P&I has reported a stable and disciplined renewal at 20 February, achieving high levels of Member retention while continuing to grow its entered tonnage across all Classes through the selective acquisition of new quality business, both from…
Heavy Responsibility: Second Mate on watch
Heavy weather poses significant risks for vessels in port, from mooring failures to challenges in safe departure. Investigations show how quickly situations can escalate, with serious consequences for the ship and those onboard.
Lessons learned: Safe in-transit fumigation requires proper crew training
NTSB Investigation: Hoisting wire corrosion leads to $3.8 million damage
DNV: 38 new orders for alternative-fueled vessels in April 2026
Risk Intelligence: How the Russia-Ukraine war reshapes Baltic Sea risk
EU Ministers endorse Lefkosia Declaration, putting people at the centre of maritime policy
Skuld: Key loss prevention tips for clay cargoes
DNV: 38 new orders for alternative-fueled vessels in April 2026
Book Review: Shiphandling – the beautiful game
HD Hyundai advances development of large electric-powered ships
USCG suspends search for crew missing off Saipan
Media and social media are reporting that Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz to conduct a military exercise. On this episode, we look at the traffic through the strait and discuss why media and social media are wrong about their reports on this incident.
IMO developing guidance for responding to marine incidents involving plastic pellets. 19 February 2026The Sub-Committee on Pollution Prevention and Response held its 13th session at IMO Headquarters in London (in-person with hybrid participation) from 9 to 13 February 2026.
1. Advance contribution ratesThe Advance Contribution Rates for the 2026/2027 Policy Year have been agreed, and renewal terms have been notified to Members individually.
DNV: 38 new orders for alternative-fueled vessels in April 2026
Crew's comfort depends on the Second Mate!
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HD Hyundai advances development of large electric-powered ships
From 1 January 2026, the new SOLAS regulation II‑1/3‑13, titled “Lifting appliances and anchor handling winches”, entered into force.
Xclusiv Shipbrokers: Greek investment is focused on large vessels
DNV: 38 new orders for alternative-fueled vessels in April 2026
USCG suspends search for crew missing off Saipan
Two tankers collide near the port of Campana
Skuld: Key loss prevention tips for clay cargoes
SSI: The priority is to move from crew welfare analysis to application
Hantavirus outbreak reported on cruise vessel, WHO monitors situation
DNV: 38 new orders for alternative-fueled vessels in April 2026
USCG conducts extensive search for six missing crew off Saipan
Lessons learned: The suitability of a vessel for fumigation is a critical factor
NorthStandard has become aware of issues being experienced with the loading of Iron Ore Fines cargo out of Porto Sudeste, Itaguai in Brazil. What are the issues?
We hereby provide Members with an update on a number of issues relating to renewal and the new policy year. International Group ReinsuranceThe International Group’s (“the Group”) General Excess of Loss Reinsurance (“GXL”) Contract has been renewed and the details of this renewal was notified to Members in the club’s ci
The following pages contain information about the Bunkers Convention which entered into force in November 2008. Members are referred to the Circulars issued on 25 April 2008, 10 July 2008, 28 August 2008 and 3 October 2008.
On 13 February 2026 the White House released America’s “Maritime Action Plan”, setting out policy directions for a range of maritime initiatives under consideration by U. S.
WRC 2007 The Wreck Removal Convention was adopted at an International Maritime Organisation Diplomatic Conference in Nairobi in 2007. The Convention entered into force on 14 April 2015.
Country Date of ratification Entry into force Date Albania 28 Oct 2016 28 Oct 2017 Algeria 22 July 2016 22 July 2017 Angola 11 Jun 2025 11 Jun 2026 Antigua and Barbuda 11 Aug 2011 20 Aug 2013 Argentina 28 May 2014 28 May 2015 Australia 21 Dec 2011 20 Aug 2013 …
This article examines how routine bulk cargo-handling operations can evolve into major financial, legal and regulatory exposure when established industry bes...
Solo decisions: Second Mate's ultimate burden
California is sourcing 40 percent of its imported gasoline from the Bahamas due to a combination of disappearing oil refineries, lack of storage facilities and interstate pipelines, and a loophole in a 106-year-old maritime law, known as the Jones Act. Contact What's Going on With Shipping via: Patreon: www.
Risk Intelligence: How the Russia-Ukraine war reshapes Baltic Sea risk
Lessons learned: Fumigated cargo needs gas detection
OFAC warns of sanctions due to Strait of Hormuz transfer payments
Hantavirus outbreak reported on cruise vessel, WHO monitors situation
BIMCO: Coal shipments to Japan, Korea and EU surge 27%
Xclusiv Shipbrokers: Greek investment is focused on large vessels
DNV: 38 new orders for alternative-fueled vessels in April 2026
Home News and Resources News News 17 Feb, 2026 Soot Pollution from Inert Gas Systems and Open-Loop Scrubbers Anil Manipuzha Surveys Officer An Escalating Environmental, Regulatory, and Financial Risk The maritime industry is confronting an increasingly serious environmental challenge -soot pollution arising from inert
ECSA: European shipping represents 34.5% of the global fleet