Tag: #MaritimeSafety
When Luxury Meets Risk: Lessons from a Superyacht Engine Room Fire
A Routine Move That Turned Critical What began as a routine transition from dry dock to a repair berth quickly escalated into a serious onboard emergency for a large motor yacht. Following maintenance, the vessel was moved without access to shore power, prompting the crew to start one of the […]
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HIDDEN CHEMICAL RISKS IN MARINE FUELS
TECHNICAL CIRCULAR Unusual Chemical Compounds in ISO 8217-Compliant Marine Fuels – Operational Considerations and Recommendations 1. Industry Observations Recent industry reports indicate a growing number of vessels receiving bunkered fuels that comply with standard ISO 8217 specifications, yet subsequently exhibit atypical chemical characteristics when subjected to advanced analytical testing. In […]
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When Heavy Weather Turns Deadly: Lessons from a Preventable Maritime Tragedy
Early Warning Signs Ignored Prior to departure, weather forecasts clearly indicated the development of a low-pressure system, bringing strong winds and increasing sea swell. At 0500 hours, after the pilot disembarked, the master instructed the crew to secure all mooring lines and deck equipment. While the aft station was confirmed […]
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Unacceptable Living Conditions at Sea
During a recent deployment, serious concerns were raised about the vessel’s overall condition. Essential systems were either non-functional or severely degraded, making daily life onboard extremely difficult. Unsafe Water Supply Broken Basic Facilities Unhygienic Living Quarters Inadequate Food Quality Impact on Crew Wellbeing These conditions significantly affected crew health, morale, […]
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Pest Infestation and Its Impact on Seafarer Welfare
When Safety Becomes Silence: A Hidden Welfare Crisis at Sea The Problem Begins: A Ship Overrun A vessel reported a severe pest infestation, with cockroaches spreading across nearly every corner of life on board. They contaminated food stores, refrigerators, utensils, sleeping areas, and personal spaces. This wasn’t just unpleasant, it […]
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When GPS Lies: Navigating GNSS Disruptions at Sea
Modern ships sail through oceans guided by invisible constellations. Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), including GPS, power everything from ECDIS and AIS to radar overlays and autopilot. These systems have turned navigation into a near-symphony of precision. But lately, that orchestra has started hitting the wrong notes. Recent advisories from […]
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