Port: Algeciras, SpainInspection Date: June 2026Inspector: An…. Inspector’s Overall Style The inspection lasted almost the entire day and was very evidence-driven. The inspector rarely accepted verbal answers alone and almost every discussion ended with requests such as: Bridge, Engine and Cargo departments were all inspected in detail. Random crew interviews […]
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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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Introduction In the maritime industry, safety often depends on small decisions made during routine tasks. What may seem like a minor shortcut can quickly escalate into a serious incident. This case highlights how improper labeling and assumptions around “empty” chemical drums led to a dangerous exposure onboard. The Incident While […]
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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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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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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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We are carrying out SIRE 2.0 Training, For Booking please visit : https://marinersupdate.com/training.html SIRE INSPECTION AT ULSAN: Inspector name: Capt. Y******* OPENING MEETING Inspection checklist given to ship staff and discussed scope and topics to be cover during inspection all area which are to be checked need to well ventilated […]
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