Emergency Response Prevents Casualties as Investigation Continues A significant fire incident occurred aboard an Italian-flagged Ro-Ro passenger vessel at the Port of Naples, Italy, on 27 May 2026. The vessel was berthed at docks 29-30 within the Molo del Carmine shipyard area when the fire broke out, triggering a major […]
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The maritime industry has reached a historic milestone with the confirmation that the International Convention on Liability and Compensation for Damage in Connection with the Carriage of Hazardous and Noxious Substances by Sea (2010 HNS Convention) will officially enter into force on 29 November 2027. This long-awaited development closes one […]
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A Panama-flagged containership, MSC SARISKA V, has reportedly sustained damage following an explosion in the Arabian Gulf, raising new concerns over maritime security in one of the world’s most strategically important shipping regions. According to reports from the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), a cargo vessel transiting approximately 40 nautical […]
Read moreWeek 6 of Our Free E-Magazine for Sailors is Now Available! This edition brings you the latest maritime news, industry insights, safety updates, seafarer-focused content, regulatory developments, and practical knowledge to help you stay informed in an ever-evolving shipping industry. Whether you’re at sea, ashore, a cadet, officer, or maritime […]
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The United Kingdom has significantly escalated its sanctions framework against Russia, with sweeping new rules that came into force on 20 May 2026. The amended regulations touch virtually every corner of maritime trade — from liquefied natural gas shipments and oil refining to uranium imports and cutting-edge technology exports. The […]
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THE ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE AND TEMPERATURE 1. Pressure of the Atmosphere The Earth’s atmosphere is held in place by gravity. Although gases are light, they still have weight. The closer we are to the Earth’s surface, the greater the amount of air pressing downward. This creates atmospheric pressure. At sea level, […]
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MOORING SAFETY Key insights from incidents, inspections, and terminal feedback to improve mooring safety and reduce operational risk. KEY HIGHLIGHTS TOP RISQ FINDINGS FINDINGS CLASSIFICATION This shows mooring incidents are not only caused by human error, but also by equipment condition and ineffective procedures. COMMON TERMINAL FEEDBACK ISSUES These issues […]
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Investigation Underway at T.S. Chanakya Campus A tragic incident involving a 19-year-old pre-sea cadet at the T.S. Chanakya campus of Indian Maritime University (IMU) in Nerul, Navi Mumbai, has sent shockwaves through the maritime community and raised serious concerns regarding student welfare and mental pressure in marine training institutes. The […]
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China has successfully completed the world’s first ultra-deep-sea material corrosion exposure test lasting 537 days at a staggering depth of 10,000 metres, marking a major milestone in subsea engineering and deep-ocean research. The project was carried out by the China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC), which deployed metals, protective coatings, buoyancy […]
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