A crude oil supertanker reportedly struck a naval mine while attempting to exit the Strait of Hormuz, triggering an explosion in its engine room and a massive fire, according to a statement from Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, reported by Iranian state media Press TV. The tanker was […]
Read moreDay 32: RIO GRANDE — Port of Rio Grande, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil The Seafarer Shore Leave Guide continues! This edition brings you a quick, practical reference for Port of Rio Grande, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, covering everything a seafarer needs to know before heading ashore — including […]
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SIRE 2.0 – CHAPTER 3.1.2 Working Language & Effective Communication Onboard Applies to: Oil Tanker | Chemical Tanker | LNG | LPG Chapter 3.1.2 Were procedures and instructions contained within the Safety Management System and signs posted around the vessel available in the designated working language of the vessel or […]
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MU Weekly Free E-Magazine – VOYAGE 24 is Out Now! Stay up to date with the latest maritime news, safety updates, regulatory developments, industry trends, and practical insights for seafarers and maritime professionals. Read the PDF below to explore this week’s edition and stay informed about the key developments shaping […]
Read moreThe Seafarer Shore Leave Guide continues! This edition brings you a quick, practical reference for Suape Port, Pernambuco, Brazil, covering everything a seafarer needs to know before heading ashore — including port access, local transport, seafarer support services, useful contacts, nearby attractions, airport options, accommodation, and essential shore-leave tips. More […]
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Join the Daily S2S Global Seafarer Job Newsletter Stay updated with the latest shipboard and shore-based vacancies from shipping companies, ship managers, manning agencies, and maritime recruiters worldwide. Whether you are looking for your next contract at sea or planning a move ashore, our daily newsletter helps you stay informed […]
Read moreMalaysia has designated a Marine Sensitive Area under its EEZ Regulations 2026 (MSA Notice 01/2026), in force since 11 September 2026. Anchoring is prohibited inside the area, except for search and rescue, forced anchoring due to damage, or specific pollution response. Plan ahead, stay compliant, sail safe.
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A lifeboat sits unused for months, then has to work perfectly the first time. Salt, sun and weather wear down wire falls, seize sheaves and weaken release hooks, often with little to see from the outside. When the boat is finally launched, in a drill or a real emergency, any […]
Read moreThe Seafarer Shore Leave Guide continues! This edition brings you a quick, practical reference for Port of Itajai, Santa Catarina, Brazil, covering everything a seafarer needs to know before heading ashore — including port access, local transport, seafarer support services, useful contacts, nearby attractions, airport options, accommodation, and essential shore-leave […]
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