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.

Dr. Conklin, who inspired the five principles of Human & Organizational Performance (HOP), emphasizes that learning is the most powerful tool a safety professional can use. This HOP principle underscores the importance of learning as a key component in building system reliability.

A stressful incident can make the heart pound, breathing quicken, muscles tense, and beads of sweat appear—signs that the body has activated its fight-or-flight response.

If you have been diagnosed with hypertension, it is important that you continue your treatment plan, including healthy lifestyle changes, to help control your blood pressure and prevent heart disease.

SAFETY4SEA announced the winners of the 2024 SAFETY4SEA Virtual Awards on Wednesday, October 30th,  celebrating the innovators in the maritime industry who are committed to safety and continuously strive to ensure it.

Global maritime trade grew by 2.4% in 2023, recovering from a 2022 contraction, but the recovery remains fragile, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) notes in its latest ‘’Review of Maritime Transport 2024 report’’.

In today's fast-paced world, wellness has emerged as a fundamental pillar of a balanced and fulfilling life. It encompasses not only physical health, but also mental, emotional, and social well-being. Fifty-eight percent of US respondents to a McKinsey survey said they are prioritizing wellness more now than they did a year ago. 

Simulated launching of free-fall lifeboats is a training procedure used to practice and familiarize crew members with the deployment and operation of free-fall lifeboats without actually launching the boat into the water. 

The EU MRV regulations form the foundation for the EU ETS, with emissions data serving as the  basis for the allowances shipping companies must purchase. Even though the EU ETS currently applies to ships of 5000 GT and above, it is expected that general cargo and offshore vessels between 400 and 5000 GT will be included from 2027.

A recent Marine Notice issued by the Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) describes the requirements for special purpose ships (SPS), highlights that the SPS Code remains non-mandatory, and defines who qualifies as Special Personnel on board.