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 […]
Read moreCritical CO₂ System Safety Pins Left Installed After Maintenance Introduction A potentially serious safety failure was identified during a pre-sailing inspection when crew members discovered that safety pins preventing the vessel’s fixed CO₂ firefighting system from operating had not been removed after maintenance work. The pins had been installed by […]
Read moreAt sea, experience matters — but continuous learning matters even more. Every voyage carries lessons hidden in incidents, near misses, innovations, and the decisions made onboard every single day. This edition brings together real maritime cases, safety insights, industry developments, and practical knowledge created for seafarers who believe growth never […]
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Maritime Safety Circular – Enclosed Space Entry & Human Factors A routine enclosed space inspection onboard a vessel resulted in a crew member suffering a head injury after confusion developed during exit procedures inside a void space. Despite proper permits and safety checks being completed, a missed radio communication and […]
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A recent machinery incident involving a commercial vessel highlighted the operational risks associated with improper fuel transfer and treatment practices during bunkering operations. Shortly after departure, the vessel experienced a total loss of propulsion during nighttime navigation after contaminated fuel entered the main engine system. Preliminary investigation revealed that newly […]
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