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2025 SAFETY4SEA Hamburg Forum: Embracing change to inspire evolution
The 4th SAFETY4SEA Hamburg Forum took place on Wednesday 14th of May 2025 at the Empire Riverside Hotel, Hamburg, Germany, where various experts gathered to discuss the latest developments regarding maritime safety and operational efficiency.
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Life Onboard
SEAFiT
Laughter is the best medicine
Laughter has many benefits in our lives. Never forget that, even in the most challenging situations, there is always a good reason to let go of our worries, relax and just laugh!
Turning criticism into confidence: The power of humor
Humor shows that you’re not shaken by small stumbles. It signals self-assurance, quick thinking, and approachability—qualities people gravitate toward.
Why humor at work matters
There are 168 hours in a week. If we average 7 hours of sleep per night, we spend 49 of them sleeping. This leaves 119 hours per week that we are awake, and 40 of them are at work. This means the hours spent at the office roughly account for one-third of our everyday life. Shouldn’t we try to make one-third of our adult life more enjoyable?
Fixed Mindset vs Growth Mindset
Two basic mindsets shape our lives: Fixed and Growth. People of the first category see failures as setbacks, while those in the second category see them as a chance for self-development. In which category do you see yourself into?
Interviews
Regulatory Update
EU agrees on new sanctions package against Russia
On 14 May, the European Union agreed to a 17th package of sanctions against Russia, ahead of planned peace talks between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Turkey.
SCA announces 15% containership transit fee discount
The Suez Canal Authority (SCA) has issued a 15% discount on containership transit fees starting 15 May in an effort to attract traffic.
US flag streamlines the registering procedure for foreign vessels
The U.S. Coast Guard has introduced a streamlined reflagging process for foreign-built vessels, enhancing efficiency and clarity while upholding safety standards.
Panama implements new screening process for vessels joining its registry
PMA has implemented Precheck, a screening process that aims to ensure only compliant vessels join the Panama Ship Registry.
India imposes ban on Pakistani-origin cargo amid rising tensions
Due to the intensifying conflict over Kashmir, the Indian government has officially prohibited cargo originating from or exported by Pakistan.
Updates on pollution fines in Turkiye due to new Mediterranean SECA
Vitsan has informed on vessels calling into Turkiye in 2025 in light of IMO's designation of the Mediterranean Sea as SECA.
In the current
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IN THE CURRENT
Achilles: Improving supply chain transparency can have a bottom line benefit
Shipowners and operators are under pressure to validate their suppliers’ performance and can lower costs and save time in the...
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Maripedia
Do you know how a carbon capture system works?
Onboard carbon capture and storage (CCS), a technology based on liquid absorption, makes it possible to reduce carbon emissions by up to 70%, according to Wärtsila.
Do you know what the key maritime chokepoints are?
In its latest report, UNCTAD refers to the current multifaceted challenges facing maritime transport and discusses how maritime trade is being upended by disruptions, including in maritime chokepoints.
Shipping 2030
BV: Leveraging electrification for maritime sustainability
Bureau Veritas (BV) has published the MARITIME ELECTRIFICATION technology report, highlighting the importance of standardization and safe integration of marine electrification technologies.
Global LNG fleet’s annual CO2 emissions exceed 12 billion tonnes
A new report by SFOC revealed that the global fleet of LNG carriers is responsible for approximately 12.7 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide.
Denmark inaugurates world’s first large-scale commercial e-methanol facility
The world’s first large-scale commercial e-methanol facility has been officially inaugurated and is ready to deliver e-methanol to offtakers.
Cyprus: Managing ballast water in Challenging Water Quality
Cyprus' Ministry of Shipping has issued guidance on compliance with the International Ballast Water Management (IBWM) Convention for ships operating in Challenging Water Quality (CWQ) conditions, based on Resolution MEPC.387(81).
World’s first methanol-fueled bulk carrier gets delivered
Damen Shiprepair and Alfa Laval Benelux have signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance their collaboration on energy efficiency within the maritime sector.
Lessons Learned
Lessons learned: Work permit should consider methane hazard
In its most recent monthly safety scenario, the Swedish Club informs about a serious explosion during hatch cover repairs, resulting in multiple injuries and one fatality due to methane ignition near coal cargo.
Maripedia
Do you know how a carbon capture system works?
Onboard carbon capture and storage (CCS), a technology based on liquid absorption, makes it possible to reduce carbon emissions by up to 70%, according to Wärtsila.
Future Skills
