A fully cellular container vessel, MSC UL SAN III (IMO 9305001), was reportedly struck by a drone on 25 August 2026 while sailing from Novorossiysk, Russia, to Tekirdag, Türkiye. According to the incident information shown in the supplied maritime security alert, the vessel was in laden condition when the incident […]
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This week’s focus draws on a recent RightShip Ship Inspection Program (RISQ) report for a bulk carrier in the dry cargo trade. The Findings at a Glance – The inspection recorded sixteen non-conformities. We’ve grouped them into five recurring focus areas that consistently surface across RISQ inspections fleet-wide: Training & […]
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Discover this week’s PSC Observation of the Week (PSC FOCUS – WK : 28) 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.
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Red Sea Attack and Strait of Hormuz Restrictions Signal Rising Maritime Risk Maritime security concerns are intensifying across the Red Sea and Arabian Gulf, with a tanker coming under attack west of Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, while commercial traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has fallen to a fraction of its […]
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MU Weekly Free E-Magazine – VOYAGE 18 is Out Now! Stay up to date with the latest maritime news, safety updates, regulatory developments, industry trends, and practical insights for seafarers and maritime professionals. Read the PDF below to explore this week’s edition and stay informed about the key developments shaping […]
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The safety of Indian seafarers navigating the Strait of Hormuz has come under renewed scrutiny after the Forward Seamen’s Union of India (FSUI) raised concerns that some shipowners and operators may be pressuring crews to enter the high-risk waterway despite their concerns over personal safety. The issue comes at a […]
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A US-flagged multipurpose cargo vessel has been evacuated in the Pacific Ocean after developing water ingress, with all crew members safely transferred to a nearby assisting vessel. SLNC York Evacuated After Water Ingress The US-flagged cargo ship SLNC York began taking on water in the Pacific Ocean on August 18 […]
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Understanding Visibility, Fog Formation & Its Importance to the Mariner Visibility is one of the most important weather factors affecting safe navigation. A reduction in visibility can significantly increase the risk of collision, particularly when navigating in areas of heavy traffic, coastal waters, narrow channels or during pilotage. For the […]
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A deadly accident at a shipbreaking yard in Chattogram, Bangladesh, has renewed serious questions over whether international certification is translating into safe working conditions on the ground. Nine workers were killed on 14 August 2026 after being exposed to toxic gas while dismantling the LNG carrier Rasi at Ferdous Steel […]
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A fresh piracy incident off the Somali coast has raised renewed concerns over maritime security in the region, as regional states prepare to establish a new coordinated security task force to counter piracy and other illicit activities at sea. According to reports, an unnamed cargo vessel was boarded on Monday, […]
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