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Three feasibility studies show promise against methane slip
Safetytech Accelerator, in partnership with Chevron, Carnival Corporation & plc, Shell, and Seapeak, has completed three feasibility studies under its Methane Abatement in Maritime Innovation Initiative (MAMII), demonstrating strong potential to reduce fugitive methane emissions in the maritime sector.
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SEAFiT
Book Review: Are we learning from accidents?
“Are We Learning from Accidents?” by Nippin Anand offers a refreshing, in-depth analysis of accident investigations and how organizations can shift from a blame-centric culture to one that fosters learning and continuous improvement.
American Club: Mentoring is a key component in ensuring seafarers maintain mental fitness
The American Club's main priorities for loss prevention over the next five years focus on wellness, mental health, anti-harassment measures, and mentorship programs to attract and retain skilled seafarers, key experts from the Club argue.
Alcohol onboard: Striking a balance is crucial
According to the STCW, any level of alcohol consumption by crew members on board a ship has implications for the safety of the vessel, the crew and any passengers. Even small quantities of alcohol have been shown to sufficiently impair judgment and increase the risk of accidents.
Why teamwork is important in the workplace
Today, more than ever, teamwork is increasingly recognized as an essential skill to foster collaboration, deepen trust, promote engagement, and manage the never-ending process of change in organizations and on teams. In fact, when teamwork is present, people step forward and do their best work, together, efficiently.
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Regulatory Update
2025 Regulatory Outlook: What to expect
The maritime industry, a vital part of global trade, is currently navigating a rapidly changing regulatory environment that will influence its present and future. Looking ahead, there are several major issues shaping the regulatory landscape for the sector.
Liberia: Retroactive requirements for existing passenger ships
The Liberia Ship Registy has issued advisory to highlight recent retroactive SOLAS requirements for existing passenger ships that were recently adopted by reference (a), and which require compliance not later than the first Passenger Ship Safety Survey on or after 1 January 2028.
EU Council updates maritime safety package legislation
The EU Council has adopted four new pieces of the ‘maritime safety’ legislative package, amending the relevant directives on the investigation of accidents in the maritime transport sector, ship-source pollution, compliance with flag state requirements, and port state control.
Critical amendments in SOLAS Chapters II-2 and V to become effective from 2026
The Hong Kong Marine Department issued notice to inform about the amendments to Chapter II-2 and Chapter V of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), which will enter into force on 1 January 2026.
Pacific, Caribbean and African Island nations push for carbon levy
The 6PAC+ Alliance, a coalition of Pacific, Caribbean and African Island nations, continues to push for watertight measures to deliver the International Maritime Organization (IMO) 2023 GHG Strategy in full.
Rules for Magna Carta of Filipino seafarers get officially signed
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. witnessed the signing of the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers on 8 January, three months after the law’s enactment.
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High-quality case management for ill crew: A West Nile virus case study
In the maritime industry, the health and safety of crew members are of paramount importance. When a crew member presents...
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Maripedia
Do you know what cold ironing is?
Lately, shipping faces more and more pressure to reduce its emissions. Responding to this pressure, the sector is trying to come up with new ideas and solutions to improve the green footprint of ships. From new fuels, to slow steaming it seems that ships have many options, but how about ports? Well, ports can also play a significant role in reducing shipping’s emissions, by using one method: cold ironing.
Do you know what the bulbous bow is for?
Ships are extraordinary designs, which can amaze with their size. But there is one specific element of a ship’s design that stands out: the bulbous bow.
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Shipping 2030
FOBAS alerts on UK ports exceeding ISO 8217 limits
FOBAS tested several samples from UK ports, Belfast and Fishguard with TSP results exceeding the ISO8217 specification limit of 0.10% m/m.
SHI takes first LNG newbuilding order for 2025
Celsius Tankers has ordered an 180,000 cu m LNG newbuilding vessel from Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) set to be deliver in 2027.
Joint effort to develop hydrogen supply chain in Europe
SEFE Securing Energy for Europe and marine infrastructure provider Höegh Evi have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop international supply chains for clean hydrogen to be delivered to Germany and other locations in Europe.
UK Club: Contractual implications of navigating the LNG sector
UK P&I informs on the contractual implications of the LNG market that is undergoing change driven by tensions, trade routes and demand.
Fratelli Cosulich further expands chemical bunkering tanker fleet
Fratelli Cosulich Group has placed an order for a 7,999 dwt IMO2 chemical bunkering tanker at Taizhou Maple Leaf Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
Lessons Learned
Lessons learned: Worker loses finger during rope work
IMCA presents an incident in which during the emergency recovery of an ROV, a worker's finger was partially amputated while cutting a rope securing the ROV hook to the crane wire.
Maripedia
Do you know what cold ironing is?
Lately, shipping faces more and more pressure to reduce its emissions. Responding to this pressure, the sector is trying to come up with new ideas and solutions to improve the green footprint of ships. From new fuels, to slow steaming it seems that ships have many options, but how about ports? Well, ports can also play a significant role in reducing shipping’s emissions, by using one method: cold ironing.
