Do you know how many Emergency Escape Breathing Devices are required onboard?
The EEBD have become mandatory under SOLAS amendments for all ships to which the safety equipment certificate is required.
Read moreThe EEBD have become mandatory under SOLAS amendments for all ships to which the safety equipment certificate is required.
Read moreShips in EU seas should face dissuasive fines not only for oil spills, but also for sewage and garbage discharge, Transport and Tourism Committee MEPs highlights.
Read moreIn January 2022, DNV published a technical news drawing attention to the latest trend related to propeller shaft aft bearing damage on vessels, typically 10 years or older. As the trend persists, DNV highlights key challenges in detecting early signs of aft bearing damage, emphasizing the need for proactive measures to minimize risks and potential severity of damage.
Read moreOn 1 June 2022, the latest version of the IMDG Code, Amendment 40-20, came into force. Following, UKP&I and TT have again collaborated to update their publication 'Book it right and pack it tight' which provides key insights for all participants in the freight supply chain responsible for preparing unitised consignments for carriage by sea.
Read moreWärtsilä ANCS, has delivered to Seaspan, the autonomous SmartDock capabilities to the seas. This delivery marks a significant step towards autonomous docking and undocking operations, making maritime activities safer and more efficient.
Read moreThe seven industry bodies dedicated to container safety, collaborating as the Cargo Integrity Group, highlight an independent study carried out by researchers at Italian University Politecnico di Torino into shipper and forwarder application of the CTU Code, World Shipping Counsil highlights.
Read moreThe World Shipping Council (WSC) has released a Whale Chart which offers seafarers critical navigational coordinates and concise graphics to identify routing measures and areas subject to static speed restrictions designed to protect whales and other cetaceans.
Read moreThe Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate (ILT) recently found gas masks with filters containing asbestos on board a bulk carrier during a regular Port State Control inspection.
Read moreNorwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) published an article to inform of upcoming changes to test procedures for ship security alert systems (SSAS).
Read moreWest of England P&I Club published a video which highlights the dangers that can occur when incorrect personal protective equipment is used and when procedures are not followed. The content defines working at height and the practical risk control measures to be used in order to reduce the risk of a fall.
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