Month: April 2026
Australia Enforces Strict Action on Seafarer Welfare, Bans Vessel Over Labor Violations
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has issued a strong warning to maritime employers, stressing that failure to uphold minimum standards for seafarers’ welfare will lead to serious enforcement actions. Under the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), ship operators are obligated to ensure timely wage payments, safe living conditions, sufficient rest, […]
Read moreStorm Over Trade Routes: Charterparty Challenges Amid Persian Gulf Tensions
The outbreak of hostilities in the Persian Gulf has sent shockwaves through global shipping markets, raising urgent legal questions for shipowners and charterers. From safe port obligations to war risk clauses and force majeure, contractual frameworks are being tested in real time. Region on Edge On 28 February 2026, US […]
Read moreGlobal Piracy Incidents Drop in Q1 2026 — But Vigilance Remains Critical
The IMB Piracy Reporting Centre recorded 16 incidents between January and March 2026, with Southeast Asia continuing to dominate the global count as Somali and Gulf of Guinea waters show signs of improvement. We have received the Q1 2026 Piracy and Armed Robbery Report from the International Maritime Bureau Piracy […]
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Massive Cocaine Seizure in Hamburg: €30 Million Worth Found Hidden in Banana Shipment
German customs authorities have uncovered approximately 1.6 tonnes of cocaine, valued at nearly €30 million, concealed within a shipment of bananas at the Port of Hamburg. The operation, carried out in coordination with Hamburg police, marks a significant success in the ongoing fight against international drug trafficking. The seizure was […]
Read moreUpdates on SOLAS CH II‑1/3‑6
Revised interpretation of requirements to Permanent Means of Access (PMA) IMPORTANT NOTICE For ships fitted with Permanent Means of Access (PMA), the revised interpretation from the IMO introduces additional requirements that must be followed by ship owners and managers. This revised interpretation is particularly relevant for oil tankers and bulk […]
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U.S. Plans Naval Blockade on Iran as Peace Talks Collapse
Key Highlights What’s Happening The United States has announced a sweeping naval blockade targeting all maritime traffic entering and leaving Iranian ports, following the breakdown of high-level talks over the weekend. The move threatens to unravel a fragile ceasefire that had only been in place for two weeks after weeks […]
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WK 8: PSC FOCUS- SAFE MANNING, CREW CERTIFICATION, HOURS OF REST.
(In accordance with STCW Convention, SOLAS and MLC 2006) This guidance addresses Port State Control inspections related to: • Certification of seafarers (STCW Convention) • Safe manning requirements (SOLAS Chapter V, Regulation 14) • Crew welfare and hours of rest (MLC 2006, Regulation 2.7) The objective is to ensure that […]
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ESP – What to know about ESP for SIRE 2.0 ?
Week 49 CH 2.3.1 : Were the Master and Chief Engineer familiar with the procedure to maintain the Enhanced Survey File in accordance with the Classification Society Rules, and was the vessel free of any visible or documentary evidence of concerns with the structural condition of the hull or cargo […]
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