DAY 9 — SEAFARER SHORE LEAVE GUIDE | TUTICORIN (V.O. CHIDAMBARANAR PORT) — TAMIL NADU, INDIA This edition brings you a quick, practical reference for Tuticorin (V.O. Chidambaranar Port), Tamil Nadu, covering everything a seafarer needs to know before heading ashore — including port access, local transport, seafarer support services, […]
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A serious marine casualty was reported at the Outer Anchorage (OTB) off Kandla, Gujarat, on 11 September 2026, after merchant vessels MV KMAX EMPEROR and MV TRUE MARINER were involved in a collision. The incident triggered an immediate emergency response, with the Indian Coast Guard launching a rescue operation for […]
Read moreTrack Where Your Money Goes A good income is only the beginning. Financial stability also depends on how you manage what comes in and what goes out. INCOME − EXPENSES = SURPLUS / DEFICIT Know what comes in. Track what goes out. Know what remains. Small changes in spending today […]
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A renewed warning has been issued to vessels operating in Togolese waters following continued strict enforcement by Customs authorities against the informal exchange or bartering of goods between ships and local fishermen or small craft. The warning, provided by local correspondents BUDD Togo, follows an earlier alert issued on 6 […]
Read moreDAY 8 — SEAFARER SHORE LEAVE GUIDE | KOLKATA (SPM PORT) — Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, West Bengal This edition brings you a quick and practical reference for Kolkata (SPM Port) — covering getting ashore, local transport, seafarer support services, nearby attractions, airport options, and essential shore-leave tips.
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Discover this week’s PSC Observation of the Week (PSC FOCUS – WK : 30) featuring real Port State Control inspection findings that highlight common deficiencies identified onboard ships. Learn from actual observations, strengthen onboard compliance, and stay inspection-ready.
Read moreThis edition brings you a quick and practical reference for Visakhapatnam Port (Vizag) — covering getting ashore, local transport, verified seafarer support services, nearby attractions, airport options, lounge access, accommodation, and essential shore-leave tips. From RK Beach and Kailasagiri to practical port access and seafarer welfare support, this guide gives […]
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Chapter 2.6.3 Were the Master and senior officers familiar with the contents and requirements of the Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP) and had these been fully implemented? Applies to: Oil Tanker | Chemical Tanker | LNG | LPG Potential Ground for Negative Observation (OBS) • The Master and/or the […]
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Important changes are coming to pilot transfer arrangements, covering pilot ladder service life, spare equipment, rigging, securing arrangements, strength requirements and installation standards. A quick reference for shipowners, operators, masters, deck officers and seafarers to start preparing ahead of the 2028 requirements. Read the key changes in the PDF below:
Read moreThis edition brings you a quick and practical reference for Deendayal Port (Kandla) — covering getting ashore, local transport, seafarer support services, useful port contacts, nearby attractions, airport options, and essential shore-leave tips. More ports and practical information for seafarers are coming throughout this series. Follow us for the next […]
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