A routine ballast voyage nearly turned into a major maritime casualty after a fire broke out in the engine room of a 12-year-old product tanker, highlighting the critical dangers posed by aging fuel systems and vibration-induced machinery failures. The vessel was operating normally in open waters with both main engines […]
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The maritime security environment in the Arabian Gulf has taken a significant turn following direct U.S. military action against a commercial tanker reportedly heading toward Iran. According to reports from U.S. Central Command, the Botswana false-flagged Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) Lexie was disabled while attempting to reach Iran’s Kharg […]
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Why MLC Compliance Matters During Port State Control Inspections Port State Control (PSC) inspections continue to identify recurring Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006) deficiencies onboard vessels. Being caught with these issues can lead to detentions, delays, and reputational damage. Here’s a breakdown of the most common deficiencies found — and […]
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Inspector: Capt E******C Port: Houston, Texas, USA Duration: 8.0 Hours OBSERVATION NO 1: The vessel was not supplied with portable or personal gas detectors capable of testing the atmosphere of enclosed spaces for Carbon Dioxide (CO2) as required by IMO Resolution MSC.581(110), adopted on 27 June 2025. The vessel had […]
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Emergency Response Prevents Casualties as Investigation Continues A significant fire incident occurred aboard an Italian-flagged Ro-Ro passenger vessel at the Port of Naples, Italy, on 27 May 2026. The vessel was berthed at docks 29-30 within the Molo del Carmine shipyard area when the fire broke out, triggering a major […]
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The maritime industry has reached a historic milestone with the confirmation that the International Convention on Liability and Compensation for Damage in Connection with the Carriage of Hazardous and Noxious Substances by Sea (2010 HNS Convention) will officially enter into force on 29 November 2027. This long-awaited development closes one […]
Read moreWeek 6 of Our Free E-Magazine for Sailors is Now Available! This edition brings you the latest maritime news, industry insights, safety updates, seafarer-focused content, regulatory developments, and practical knowledge to help you stay informed in an ever-evolving shipping industry. Whether you’re at sea, ashore, a cadet, officer, or maritime […]
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Iran has denied reports that it plans to impose transit tolls on commercial ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, clarifying that its recent maritime initiatives are focused on improving navigational safety rather than collecting passage fees. Speaking during a weekly press briefing on Monday, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail […]
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INTRODUCTION The Earth with its atmosphere can be compared to a giant fruit covered by a very thin invisible layer. This invisible layer is called the atmosphere and is held around the Earth by gravitational force. In meteorology, the most important part of the atmosphere is the lower layer known […]
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