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O n 26 December 2024, the pilot vessel Takitimu II was travelling outbound from South Port, Bluff, with three people on board: the master, the deckhand and one passenger. The passenger was a South Port pilot who was scheduled to board an inbound vessel and bring it into port.
Hantavirus outbreak reported on cruise vessel, WHO monitors situation
Renewed strikes leave ships ablaze in the Strait of Hormuz
Hantavirus outbreak reported on cruise vessel, WHO monitors situation
Maintaining an effective anchor watch is critical to preventing collisions, groundings, and other avoidable incidents. This article outlines key STCW and IMO requirements for continuous monitoring, proper lookout, environmental assessment, and engine readiness—reinforcing that professional vigilance and adherence to r
Lessons learned: Fumigated cargo needs gas detection
Cargo vessel sinks off Greek island, all crew rescued
Recent grounding incidents reported by Skuld reveal a clear gap between passage planning and execution. Despite solid plans, vessels often deviate from routes.
NTSB Investigation: Hoisting wire corrosion leads to $3.8 million damage
NTSB Investigation: Hoisting wire corrosion leads to $3.8 million damage
Iran rolls out new ship transit system in Hormuz as Trump pauses Project Freedom
Lessons learned: Fumigated cargo needs gas detection
Grounded MSC Baltic III set to be removed by 2027
Emergency Contact Cover for Salvage, Emergency Towage and Wreck Removal Operations FAQs Home Latest updates Publications Cover for Salvage, Emergency Towage and Wreck Removal Operations FAQs 16 Jan 2026 View/Download FAQs as a PDF The Club is pleased to release the Cover for Salvage, Emergency Towage and Wreck Removal
Emergency Contact Cover for Salvage, Emergency Towage and Wreck Removal Operations 2026 Home Latest updates Publications Cover for Salvage, Emergency Towage and Wreck Removal Operations 2026 16 Jan 2026 View/Download policy as a PDF Sign up for alerts The Club is pleased to release the policy for Cover for Salvage, Eme
Cargo vessel sinks off Greek island, all crew rescued
Annex 9to the Mediterranean MoU Rev. 2022 51 ANNEX 9 SELECTION CRITERIA (TARGET FACTOR) The calculation of the Target Factor is divided into two parts: 1.
The London P&I Club is the trading name of The London Steam-Ship Owners' Mutual Insurance Association Limited and its subsidiary The London P&I Insurance Company (Europe) Limited. The London Steam-Ship Owners' Mutual Insurance Association Limited.
Hantavirus outbreak reported on cruise vessel, WHO monitors situation
The Great Golden Fleet December 23, 2025 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — discusses the announcement by the United States of a new large surface combatant, to be named USS Defiant, a battleship. #usnavy #battleship #warship Supp
Skuld: Key loss prevention tips for clay cargoes
Tanker Flooding Off Africa December 3, 2025 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — discusses the flooding of MT Mersin off of Dakar, Senegal, the suspected drone attack on the Russian tanker Milvolga-2 in the Black Sea, and the escalat
UPDATE 3: Container ship fire contained at Port of Los Angeles https://www. news.
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LA Ship Fire Update November 22, 2025 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — conducts a live stream and examines the fire on board the ONE Henry Hudson in the Port of Los Angeles and the actions taken by the Los Angeles Fire Department
Ship Fire in the Port of Los Angeles November 22, 2025 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — conducts a live stream and examines the fire on board the ONE Henry Hudson in the Port of Los Angeles and the actions taken by the Los Angele
NTSB Report on Dali November 16, 2025 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — brings Steam Man (an American Chief Engineer) on board to discuss the findings of the National Transportation Safety Board regarding the Dali crash in Baltimo
The Real Pirates of the Caribbean November 16, 2025 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — discusses the National Transportation Safety Board hearing on the MV Dali striking the Francis Scott Key Bridge and what caused the blackouts on
The Real Pirates of the Caribbean November 16, 2025 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — discusses the recent grounding and looting of an American barge enroute to Puerto Rico off the coast of the Bahamas. We also discuss piracy off
Earlier this year, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit issued a decision holding that a ship owner (Savage Services Corporation) could not make a ...
The ocean is home to magnificent creatures like whales. However, with more ships sailing, tragic accidents occasionally happen.
Fire onboard NOAA Ronald H Brown October 13, 2025 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — discusses the fire on board the NOAA Ship Ronald H Brown off the coast of Louisiana on October 11, 2025. #NOAA #Fire #RonaldHBrown Support What's
Despite detailed IMO recommendations setting out safety precautions for fumigating vessels’ cargo holds, casualty investigations continue to reveal critical gaps in training, gas monitoring, and risk awareness - leaving crews exposed to life-threatening hazards during in-transit…
Recently a fire broke out on board the vessel which had loaded charcoal in Walvis Bay, Namibia. The lumpy charcoal was loaded inside bags which were then stuffed inside a container.
What the Ship (Ep 132) | Updates Seized Dark Fleet Tanker Boracay; Eagle S Crew released by Finns; Report on Wakashio grounding & Hegseth fires Navy Secretary's Chief of Staff | Port of Los Angeles expansion and Moran Tugs consolidation | Armed Conflict in the Caribbean | Container Rates drop while Company surcharges i
Arbitration- Time loss due to grounding failed under clause 15 Sep 29, 2025 2 min read Summary prepared by Prokopios Krikris, FCIArb, Arbitrator This arbitration was brought under the LMAA Small Claims Procedure. The dispute arose after the vessel, trading under an amended NYPE time charter, arrived at disport and had
Maritime Heritage Conference Wrap-Up September 27, 2025 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — discusses the third and final day of the Maritime Heritage Conference along with upcoming videos. #maritimehistory #navalhistory history Su
The Swedish Club has announced the signing of a strategic partnership with Ping An Property & Casualty Insurance Company, a subsidiary of Ping An Group,
Risk Intelligence: How the Russia-Ukraine war reshapes Baltic Sea risk
Aground in Canada September 9, 2025 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — discusses the grounding of the MV Thamesborg in the Franklin Strait of the Northwest Passage in Canada. #supplychain #Thamesborg #canada #NWPassage Support Wha
Home Publications Articles OSRO Requirement for Bunkering at Common Zone - Argentina OSRO Requirement for Bunkering at Common Zone - Argentina Information Notices Loss Prevention Published: September 08, 2025 Contact author Download article pdf The Club’s correspondent, Pandi Liquidadores S. R.
Cargo vessel sinks off Greek island, all crew rescued
What the Ship (Ep 128) | Update on the explosion on board MV W Sapphire departing Baltimore | Update on USS New Orleans Fire off Okinawa | Updates on MSC Baltic III grounded off Newfoundland & Eagle S crew going on trial for anchor drag off Finland | Are EVs responsible for ship fires | Container Rates Fall August 23,
US Navy Ship on Fire - USS New Orleans (LPD-18) August 20, 2025 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — discusses the fire on board USS New Orleans (LPD-18) off the coast of Okinawa, Japan on August 20, 2025. #usnavy #neworleans #okina
Coal Carrier Explodes August 18, 2025 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — provides an initial take on the explosion on board the bulk carrier MV W Sapphire as it departed Baltimore, MD on August 18, 2025, enroute to Mauritius with a
Home Publications Articles OSRO Requirement for Bunkering at Common Zone - Argentina OSRO Requirement for Bunkering at Common Zone - Argentina Loss Prevention Loss Prevention Published: August 18, 2025 Contact author Download article pdf The Club’s correspondent, Pandi Liquidadores S. R.
Collision Update August 15, 2025 🚨There seemed to be a bit of an audio sync issue in the latter part of the video. Sorry!
Chinese Bumper Boats in the South China Sea August 11, 2025 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — discusses the collision between the People's Liberation Army Navy destroyer Guilin and the Chinese Coast Guard Cutter 3104 while harassi
Seafarers Happiness Index Q1 2026: Sense of uncertainty is the new pandemic
Matson Says No To Electrical Vehicles July 27, 2025 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — and Patrick Dunham from StacheD Training discussed the decision of Matson to suspend the shipment of Electric Vehicles (EVs) on board their ship