FACTORS AFFECTING THE HEATING EFFECT OF SOLAR RADIATION Why Does the Sun Heat Different Parts of the Earth Unequally? The Sun is the primary source of energy for the Earth’s atmosphere, but not every location receives the same amount of heating. The intensity of solar radiation varies depending on the […]
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Effective 1 July 2026, Phase 3 of RightShip’s Inspection Age Trigger extends the mandatory inspection requirement to Dry Bulk and General Cargo vessels aged 11 years and older. If your vessel hasn’t been inspected, the consequences are immediate. At a Glance What Happens Without a Valid Inspection? Action Required — […]
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At Sea – During Sailing with onboard crew No of days: 3 Vessel Pre-SIRE Inspection Summary Inspection Objective A comprehensive Pre-SIRE 2.0 inspection was carried out to assess the vessel’s readiness for an upcoming Chevron OCIMF SIRE 2.0 inspection. Overall Outcome Achieved Positive Outcomes ✅ Officers demonstrated good knowledge of […]
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China is set to introduce a major enhancement to coastal navigation safety with the implementation of a full-coverage ship routeing system across Liaoning Province from 15 August 2026. According to the China Maritime Safety Administration (MSA), Liaoning will become the first province in China to establish a province-wide coastal ship […]
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MU Weekly Free E-Magazine – VOYAGE 9 is Out Now! Stay informed with a concise roundup of this week’s maritime news, updates, regulatory developments, industry trends, and professional insights designed for seafarers and maritime professionals. Read the PDF below and stay updated with the latest happenings across the maritime world.
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A hidden electrical hazard in cargo holds and stores Most vessels run portable lights at 220V AC — and constant handling, knocks, and damp cargo spaces leave them exposed to damage. When a fault reaches the casing, current can pass straight through anyone who picks it up. In the last […]
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The investigation into the catastrophic collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge has taken a significant turn, with U.S. federal prosecutors filing criminal charges against the Chief Engineer of the containership Dali. The vessel, which struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge on 26 March 2024, suffered a series of electrical […]
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Port State Control Preparation Guidance — Vessels Calling Australia AMSA will conduct a minimum of 2,400 PSC inspections on foreign-flagged vessels in 2025-26 using an enhanced risk-based targeting model. Vessels with weak maintenance, poor SMS implementation, or prior deficiencies face more intrusive inspections. Masters and operators calling Australian ports should […]
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Ch 2.3.5 Had the vessel been enrolled in a Classification Society Condition Assessment Programme (CAP)? Applies to:OIL TANKER / CHEMICAL TANKER / LNG / LPG Potential Ground for Negative OBS • The information provided by the operator in the pre-inspection questionnaire was inaccurate. • The vessel operator had claimed a […]
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Three Indian seafarers have been confirmed dead following a military strike on the Palau-flagged tanker MT Settebello off the coast of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz. The deceased have been identified as: • Aditya Sharma (23) – Deck Cadet• Suresh Patnala – Chief Engineer• Shivanand Chaurasiya – Fitter / […]
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