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In a rare occurrence, a fishing vessel that was the subject of intense investigations after her capsizing and sinking in the UK waters will be used to...
In early December 2025, local media and the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) reported on a general cargo ship M/V KAYO whose crew were rescued after the vessel sent out a distress signal off Malaysia’s east coast in the South China Sea. The vessel was experiencing heavy listing, with the risk of possible l
Among the concluding serials of Exercise Balikatan, the Philippines and Japan jointly conducted a live ground-launched anti-ship missile test off the...
(www.MaritimeCyprus.com) This annual report summarizes the port State control developments and activities of the Tokyo MOU in 2025. Moreover, the report also provides port State control statistics and analysis on the results of inspections carried out by member Authorities…
Image for representation purposes only An Indian crew member was killed after a Gujarat-linked cargo vessel sank during reported crossfire between the Iranian and US navies in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the Indian Sailing Vessels Association. The vessel, identified as MSV Al Faiz Noore Soleimani-I, was sailing
A suspected oil spill covering dozens of square kilometres of sea near Iran's main oil hub of Kharg Island has been seen on satellite imagery this week.The likely spill - appearing on images as a grey and white slick - covered waters to the west of the 8-kilometre (5-mile) long…
Image for representation purposes only The US military carried out strikes on Iran’s Qeshm port and Bandar Abbas on Thursday, according to a senior US official cited by Fox News Chief National Security Correspondent Jennifer Griffin in posts on X. The official said the strikes do not mean the war has restarted and do
Families of the lost crewmembers of the cargo ship Mariana have confirmed the identity of the sole body that divers recovered from the vessel's uptur...
There is a growing mystery over the cause of the explosion and fire on HMM’s new general cargo ship, HMM Namu, which was reported on Monday. As the v...
Cargo vessel sinks off Greek island, all crew rescued
The diesel generator engine failure that sparked an engine room fire and total power […] The post Substitute engine parts cause of fire on board UK survey vessel, report says appeared first on Offshore Energy .
New Zealand has ordered inter-island RoRo ferry operator KiwiRail to pay a fine of NZ$400,000 ($234,671) after it was found culpable of endangering t...
The Hellenic Coast Guard is reporting the rescue of nine crewmembers after a small cargo ship grounded and sank near the island of Andros on May 6. T...
Xclusiv Shipbrokers: Greek investment is focused on large vessels
After the loss of power leading up to the MV Dali / Francis Scott Key Bridge strike, marine casualty investigators noted an extended delay in the aut...
South Korean flagship carrier HMM said today that the fire on one of its ships, following an explosion in the Strait of Hormuz yesterday, has been extinguished and the vessel is being towed to Dubai for repairs. The newly built 38,000 dwt multi-purpose HMM Namu, which had been among those stranded in the strait, was r
Maersk vessel exits Strait of Hormuz under US protection
Home Publications Articles Marine Lubricants: A Hidden Seaworthiness Risk Marine Lubricants: A Hidden Seaworthiness Risk This Risk Alert highlights the importance of exercising due diligence in the procurement and onboard management of marine lubricants, particularly in the context of potential supply chain disruptions
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The capsizing of the glamorous superyacht Bayesian was one of the most high-profile marine casualties of 2024, and multiple disputes over the cause o...
There was a fire and an explosion on a vessel operated by South Korean shipper HMM in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, the foreign ministry in Seoul said.The government was checking intelligence that the vessel, HMM Namu, may have been attacked…
A South Korean ship was hit by an explosion in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday and Iranian drones caused a fire at a UAE oil port, as Tehran demonstrated its grip on Middle East oil after U. S.
Hantavirus outbreak reported on cruise vessel, WHO monitors situation
( www.MaritimeCyprus.com ) On May 7, 1915, the British ocean liner RMS Lusitania , which primarily ferried people and goods across the Atlantic Ocean between the United States and Great Britain, was torpedoed by a German U-boat and sunk. The sinking of the Lusitania enraged…
The Coast Guard reports that after a diligent search failed to find any additional information, it has suspended its search for? the missing crew membe...
(www.MaritimeCyprus.com) The Mission to Seafarers is pleased to announce the appointment of Guy Platten as its new Chair. A Chartered Master Mariner and one of the maritime industry's most respected figures, Platten brings more than four decades of senior leadership experience…
In December 2025, a general cargo vessel carrying clay from Lumut sent a distress signal off Malaysia’s east coast after developing a heavy list. While all crew were safely evacuated, the incident serves as a reminder of the serious stability risks associated with bulk clay cargoes.
Emergency Contact A Pro-Active Approach: Data-Driven Safety and Behavioural Intelligence – The Next Evolution in Maritime Risk Management? Home Latest updates News A Pro-Active Approach: Data-Driven Safety and Behavioural Intelligence – The Next Evolution in Maritime Risk Management?
Home Publications Articles The Revised Chinese Maritime Code – FAQs The Revised Chinese Maritime Code – FAQs The revised Chinese Maritime Code comes into force on 1 May 2026, introducing extensive amendments to the law that has governed China’s maritime affairs for over 30 years. These changes may impact Members’ oper
Risk Intelligence: How the Russia-Ukraine war reshapes Baltic Sea risk
April 24, 2026 Depictions of food being provided to American sailors and marines in the Indian Ocean has raised concerned about the quality and quantity of the food. While the story has been dismissed by the U.
Lessons learned: Fumigated cargo needs gas detection
Home Publications Articles Update on the Distribution of Major Fishery Farms Along the Coast of China Update on the Distribution of Major Fishery Farms Along the Coast of China Information Notices Published: April 24, 2026 Download article pdf Members’ attention is drawn to the Huatai Circular PNI [2026] 04 , which pro
A container vessel arrived at Port A, where it berthed at the terminal to discharge and load containers. To correct a list, the crew initiated de-ballasting
Two tankers collide near the port of Campana
Hantavirus outbreak reported on cruise vessel, WHO monitors situation
Home News & Resources Safety Advice & Training Risk Focus: Safe Carriage of Vehicle Cargoes Akshat Arora Regional Loss Prevention Director, Singapore Date 15 April 2026 Share this article The carriage of vehicles on board PCCs, PCTCs, Ro‑Ro and Ro‑Pax vessels presents a range of well‑established and emerging ri
Home News & Resources News GNSS Disruption at Sea: What Bridge Teams Need to Know Akshat Arora Regional Loss Prevention Director, Singapore Date 15 April 2026 Share this article Modern maritime navigation relies heavily on Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), such as GPS, for positioning, navigation and timi
Home Publications Articles Nickel Ore Liquefaction: The Risk That Still Sinks Ships Nickel Ore Liquefaction: The Risk That Still Sinks Ships Risk alerts Antony Thomas Published: April 15, 2026 Contact author Download article pdf Nickel ore is often called the deadliest cargo in the dry bulk shipping industry, being res
NTSB Investigation: Hoisting wire corrosion leads to $3.8 million damage
Less is more: The plague of “audit explosion” in maritime operations
MEPC 84: “Back on track” towards consensus on global shipping emissions
Seafarers Happiness Index Q1 2026: Sense of uncertainty is the new pandemic
Home Situation in Iran and Middle East Region Situation in Iran and Middle East Region Members are advised of a material escalation in regional security risk following U. S.
Home Publications Articles When Geopolitics Shapes the Claim: Casualty Response in a Conflict Environment When Geopolitics Shapes the Claim: Casualty Response in a Conflict Environment Articles Joanne Sharma Published: April 13, 2026 Contact author Download article pdf Executive Summary Operating in the Middle East —pa
2025 IMO Bravery Award First Mate Lee Tae Young shares the remarkable story behind receiving the 2025 IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea, presented by the International Maritime Organization. In this interview recorded during his visit to the UK, Lee reflects on the dramatic events that led to international reco
Cargo vessel sinks off Greek island, all crew rescued
Gibson: UAE exits OPEC, tanker markets will have to wait and see
An explosion rocked a gas facility near the Bridge of the Americas on the Pacific side of the Panama Canal on April 6, 2026. We examine the impact it had on the canal and whether shipping traffic was affected by the explosion.