Tag: safe navigation

The Liberia Maritime Authority presents methods for determining rudder angular position in case of Rudder Angle Indicator System (RAIS) failure.

Effective from 17 June 2017, Saba Bank has also become an Area To Be Avoided (ATBA), meaning that it is closed for all shipping of 300 gross tonnage and above, including private yachts.

Akshat Arora, Senior Risk Assessor, UK P&I Club, underscores that bridging navigational excellence with behavioral competency is essential for improving safety standards in the industry. 

According to Gard P&I Club, there has been a significant number of heavy weather-related incidents off the South African coast.

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has issued a circular to provide guidance on effective voyage planning and execution within planned navigation corridors.

In a recent publication, AMSA highlights that AIS AtoN technologies will need to be replaced with systems that are protected according to modern cybersecurity best practices.

Over-reliance on GNSS can make ships vulnerable to signal interference, jamming, or spoofing, compromising navigation. Therefore, the integration of PNT information can provide several benefits to coastal navigation, AMSA highlights.

The International Maritime Pilots’ Association (IMPA) is collaborating with the Canadian National Centre of Expertise on Maritime Pilotage (NCEMP) and the Canadian Coast Guard to assess the feasibility, readiness, and impact of remote pilotage.

Safe navigation when transiting seas is critical for preventing accidents, protecting marine environments, and enhancing the efficiency of maritime operations.

Pilbara Ports has issued a safety bulletin to suggest best practices for vessels equipped with Engine Power Limiters, to ensure safe and smooth operations at the Ports.