HNS Convention Finally Sets Sail: Global Compensation Regime for Hazardous Cargo Incidents to Take Effect in 2027

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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Mariners Update Weekly E-Magazine – Voyage 5

Stay informed with the latest maritime news, safety insights, seafarer awareness topics, industry updates, and operational highlights from across the shipping world. Whether you are at sea or ashore, it brings valuable knowledge and professional updates designed for today’s maritime community. Read and stay connected with the maritime industry.

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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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WK6 – PSC Focus: Top Challenging Ports & Top 20 PSC Observations

Top Deficiency Areas Leading to Detentions 1. Lifeboats (1101) Category: Life Saving Appliances Associated Detentions: 788 2. Fixed fire extinguishing installation (07109) Category: Fire Safety Associated Detentions: 775 3. Fire detection and alarm system (07106) Category: Fire Safety Associated Detentions: 743 4. Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions (07105) Category: Fire […]

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