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Lessons Learned: Hull Crack Arising from Vibration

A small aluminium vessel experienced vibration from the propeller, reads an IMCA Safety flash. What happened? It was initially suggested that the vessel had been damaged...

[Watch] How Do Anchors Work?

The Anchor is not there to stop the ship (no, really). In this 3D animation, aqurate. explores why the anchor's purpose is not what you...

SeaBot Maritime, Plymouth University Partner on Marine Autonomy Training

SeaBot Maritime and the University of Plymouth have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking the start of a strategic partnership to advance innovation,...

GMS Report: Bangladesh Surges Ahead While India & Pakistan Lag

According to GMS’ latest report, as 2025 nears its close, the ship recycling sector has shown particularly complex and unpredictable trends, reports Safety4sea. Complex and...

24/2025 Upcoming Amendments to IAMSAR Manual

Under SOLAS regulation V/21, all ships are required to carry an up-to-date copy of the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) Manual...

Why It is Time to Scrap the Oil Price Cap

Russia’s oil may be ‘off the market’, according to UK politicians under pressure to tighten the screws on Moscow, but the shipping industry is...

Hapag-Lloyd Commits to 22 New Small Ships as Market Volatility Persists

Volatile Market Driven by Tariffs and Geopolitical Risks. Group Revenue Rises 2.1% to €14.4 Billion. Earnings Forecast Narrowed for Full Year. The company has...

Hong Kong Sets Course for Sustainable Growth in Global Maritime Industry

Hong Kong Ranked Fourth Globally in the Shipping Index. Maritime Cluster Expands With New Service Launch. Tax Concessions Aim to Boost High-Value Maritime...

Asia–US Container Rates Slide as Capacity Expands

Market Sentiment Supports US West Coast Spot Rates. Freight Forwarder Discounts Narrow Further. Drewry and SCFI Signal Softer Container Pricing. Container rates from Asia...

Iran Confirms Seizure of Oil Tanker in Gulf of Oman

IRGC Says Cargo Confiscated Under Judicial Order. Iranian Media Claims Illicit Petrochemical Transfer. US Central Command Calls Seizure a Violation of International Law. Iran...