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Professional bulk carrier hold cleaning services by Cleanship team using high-pressure water systems
28 Jul, 25

Why Clean Holds Matter: Key Reasons for Bulk Carrier Hold Cleaning

In the maritime shipping industry, bulk carrier hold cleaning represents far more than a routine maintenance task—it’s a critical operational requirement that directly impacts cargo integrity, regulatory compliance, and financial performance. At Cleanship, we’ve witnessed how proper bulk carrier hold cleaning can transform shipping operations, preventing costly contamination incidents while ensuring seamless cargo transitions. Understanding […]
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10 Oct, 24

India Launches New Maritime Hub for Sustainable Shipping Transport

Lloyd’s Register (LR) has partnered with the Government of India’s Directorate General of Shipping for the design of the Indian Ocean Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Shipping Transport (IOCE-SMarT).  The initiative improves the Maritime Training Institute (MTI) in Mumbai, changing it into a hub of maritime excellence in collaboration with the IMO’s global Maritime Technologies […]
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Navigation
09 Oct, 24

8 Trends That Will Affect Aids to Navigation

AMSA sustains a network of over 480 marine Aids to Navigation (AtoN), in line with international standards, to provide safe navigation in Australian waters. In a current publication, AMSA highlights that AIS AtoN technologies must be replaced with systems that are saved according to modern cybersecurity best practices. AMSA also consults how this new reality will affect […]
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Hearing Onboard
04 Oct, 24

Tips for Protecting Your Hearing Onboard

Neglecting to protect hearing can have severe painful long-term consequences, affecting not just career longevity but the overall life grade of seafarers. Hearing loss can affect communication, safety, and job routine, leading to increased risks on board and potential for misfortunes. By consistently using appropriate hearing protection and adhering to safety guidelines, seafarers can seriously […]
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04 Oct, 24

Decrease Speed When in Highly Congested Waters

The Nautical Institute sketches lessons learned from an incident in which a chemical tanker crashed with a fish transportation vessel (FTV) while navigating through congested waters.  In good visibility and in darkness, a chemical tanker was underway at about 13 knots with an OOW and a lookout on the bridge. For several hours, they had […]
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Safety Study Grills the Carriage of Charcoal
04 Oct, 24

Safety Study Grills the Carriage of Charcoal

Carrying charcoal as cargo has led to 68 fires on containerships in eight years, with a new study issued to try and help stamp out this scourge. The Cargo Incident Notification System (CINS), a safety initiative representing container shipping lines and maritime insurance interests, has published a series of procedures for the safe carriage of […]
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Engine Room Safety
04 Sep, 24

Securing Engine Room Safety: Key Considerations

Given the size and complexity of today’s vessels, issues with engines can quickly escalate into significant disasters. Considering the alarming increase in incidents associated with engine fires and failures in current years, strict adherence to established policies and recognized best practices in engine rooms is more essential than ever. It has been recorded that most fires on […]
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Container Loss
29 Aug, 24

TT Club Highlights Ongoing Efforts to Prevent Container Losses

The TT Club, emphasizes its ongoing commitment to handling the persistent issue of container losses at sea, which fluctuate annually due to extreme weather conditions. As explained, understanding the circumstances that lead to stack collapse and losses overboard incidents is of course important in mitigating the danger. TT applauds the World Shipping Council initiative to […]
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Dangerous Cargo
29 Aug, 24

Safety Measures for Vessels Carrying Dangerous Cargo to Egyptian Ports

According to NorthStandard, vessels carrying dangerous cargo to take extra precautions when calling at Egyptian ports, particularly during the current summer months when temperatures are notably high. correspondent Eldib P&I has the below recommendations/measures to secure the protection of vessels and compliance with local regulations when calling at Egyptian ports: 1. Pre-Arrival Notifications: Submit detailed information […]
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Boating Safety
05 Aug, 24

Improving Boating Safety With AI Technology

The U.S. Coast Guard has issued the 2023 statistics for recreational boating incidents, revealing a decline in both fatalities and overall incidents, and highlighting the main causes of these accidents. The report identifies the top five contributing factors as; Despite a general decline in fatalities and incidents, alcohol remains the leading cause of fatal accidents, […]
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West P&I Club
05 Aug, 24

West P&I Club Shares Safety Tips for Seafarers

According to West P&I Club, from easy steps such as the importance of the right PPE and tools to the value of a safety mindset and the requirement for a constant focus on risk assessment, here are West P&I Club’s tips: Read Also: 1. EMSA: Safety Concerns for Hydrogen-fuelled Ships 2. Hold Cleaning Service in Haldia Port
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Chafe Protection
01 Aug, 24

Revising Chafe Protection to Enhance Safety and Efficiency at Port Hedland

The Port of Port Hedland, renowned for its commitment to maritime safety, has recently faced critical concerns regarding the use of chafe protection on mooring lines. According to Pilbara Ports Marine Safety Bulletin, while its aims to safeguard mooring lines from wear and tear, its implementation has inadvertently introduced substantial risks, particularly regarding crew safety […]
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Paris MoU
31 Jul, 24

Paris MoU conducts Focused Inspection Campaign on fire doors

The Panama Maritime Authority’s General Directorate of Merchant Marine (DCCM) has issued a Marine Notice to notify operators about the new Paris MoU Focused Inspection Campaign (FIC) on fire doors. According to the Notice, the Focused Inspection Campaign is established to take place from July 1st to September 30th, 2024, and targets Panamanian-flagged vessels working […]
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