Overview of Regulatory Update Significant revisions to the Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) framework will come into effect on 1 May 2026. These updates introduce a new approach to evaluating NOx measurement performance, particularly in relation to catalyst monitoring. The previously defined ±5% accuracy benchmark has been removed and replaced with […]
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An oil tanker, Honour 25, has been hijacked by armed pirates approximately 30 nautical miles off the coast of Somalia, with the incident confirmed by UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). Incident Overview The hijacking occurred late Wednesday when six armed individuals boarded and took control of the vessel while underway. […]
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Today, we are proud to release our Weekly E-Magazine for Seafarers. A simple effort – to bring everything that matters to you, in one place. It is completely free to readAnd free to share with every seafarer you know If you want to understand why we started this,please take a […]
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Iran has announced a new maritime development near one of the world’s most critical shipping routes. The naval wing of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has introduced a designated passage known as the “Larak Corridor,” located between waters south of Hormuz Island and Larak Island. According to state media […]
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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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In the world of maritime trade, the shipowner is far more than simply the legal owner of a vessel. They are the backbone of every voyage — the party responsible for ensuring the ship is fit, legal, compliant, and commercially reliable from port to port. While charterers, shippers, and agents […]
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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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