Red Sea attacks: Industry calls for the protection of innocent seafarers
The maritime industry has responded to recent attacks against commercial vessels in the Red Sea, calling for an end to violence and the protection of innocent seafarers.
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LIFE ONBOARD
SEAFIT
Balanced life improves mental health
The ability to identify stress, manage stress and balance your life is very important to anyone’s mental health, but crucial for the survival of the seafarer, stresses Jamie McNamara, Claims Executive, The American P&I Club.
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Key trends in happiness: The power of caring, sharing, and social connections
The 2025 World Happiness Report, a global publication on wellbeing, highlights key trends that influence global happiness.
Why the least skilled think they know the most: The Dunning-Kruger effect explained
Ever noticed how the loudest person in the room isn’t always the most informed? Or how some people seem supremely confident about topics they barely understand? That’s not just frustrating—it’s science and it’s called the Dunning-Kruger effect.
In the calm lies the cure: Exploring the parasympathetic nervous system
While the sympathetic system is what activates the “fight or flight” response and jumps into action when we feel we...
INTERVIEWS
REGULATORY UPDATE
SQE MARINE: Keep your Biofouling Management Plan up to date
The IMO Biofouling Guidelines, updated in 2023, provide a comprehensive framework for managing biofouling on ships to minimize the transfer of invasive aquatic species and enhance energy efficiency.
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California updates ballast rules for water from low salinity areas
As of June 18, 2025, California State Lands Commission requires ships that take in ballast water from low-salinity areas (less...
India’s DGS issues biofuel bunkering guidelines
The Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), recognizing the critical need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality, has...
LR: New requirements for lifting appliances and anchor winches
Lloyd's Register (LR) has issued an update on the SOLAS Regulation II-1/3-13, which introduces new mandatory certification, testing, marking, and...
Key measures for discharge compliance in China’s Coastal Waters
Huatai Marine has issued a circular providing an overview of the updated compliance guidelines and discharge control requirements for water...
IMO MSC 110: Key outcomes
The Maritime Safety Committee met for its 110th session (MSC 110) 18-27 June, 2025, where key decisions that shape maritime...
IN THE CURRENT
Voyaging to perfection: The ongoing evolution of NavStation
Timo Essers, e-Navigation Director at NAVTOR, explains the philosophy driving the continual evolution of NavStation, while outlining the headline updates to the soon-to-be released NavStation 6.4.
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Innovating ocean safety: Intellian’s unified vision for connectivity and GMDSS
In the intricate world of maritime operations, safety is paramount. It’s a commitment woven into every journey, from critical cargo transports to the leisure of cruise liners, argues Jon Harrison, Vice President of Channel & Strategic Partnerships, Intellian.
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SHIPPING 2030
EU issues low-carbon hydrogen fuel standards
On July 8, the European Commission adopted a delegated act establishing a flexible and pragmatic methodology to define low-carbon hydrogen.
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Companies sign deal to boost U.S. shipbuilding
HD Hyundai has partnered with Tampa Ship, part of the Edison Chouest Offshore (ECO) group, to launch a strategic shipbuilding collaboration aimed at revitalizing American commercial shipbuilding and delivering LNG dual-fuel container ships.
IACS reports progress on decarbonisation & digital transformation
The International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) Council met in Beijing last week (C91) to assess and advance the Association’s progress on the safe decarbonisation and digital transitions, on the further development of Common Structural Rules (CSR) and on the joint initiatives currently underway.
MPA Singapore: Preparing for a multi-fuel future
As explained in its Annual Report for 2024, MPA Singapore is actively preparing for a multi-fuel future, so that Singapore continues to be a leading bunkering hub capable of supporting all the fuel needs of international shipping.
ICCT: Reduction in sulphur limit is imperative
A new study by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) clearly shows that a global reduction in the sulphur limit for marine fuels from the current 0.5 percent to 0.1 percent would significantly reduce air pollution.
LESSONS LEARNED
Lessons learned: Ensure there are compatible adapters onboard
IMCA provides lessons learned from an incident where crew members were observed inserting 2-pin electrical chargers directly into 3-pin vessel sockets to power their personal equipment.
MARIPEDIA
Do you know how containerships became giants of the sea?
The evolution of containerships has been key to transforming global trade. As ships grow, the continuous innovation in containerization reflects the growing demands of global commerce.
