Tag: Accident
Toddler’s Fall from Cruise Ship Brings Up Safety Concerns
The heartbreaking loss of a toddler who fell from the 11th floor of a docked cruise ship recently has family and friends absolutely devastated,...
Crush Incident Involving a Falling Hatch Cover on General Cargo Vessel
According to an accident investigation report into the marine accident by the UK government highlights what happened, safety lessons learned and recommendations to avoid...
Enclosed Space Horror! Captain, Chief Officer and AB Died Entering Cargo...
A tragic accident reportedly took place on board the bulk carrier BAHRI BULK berthed at Dammam, Saudi Arabia, on Feb 24, reports Medium.
What happened?
The...
Pilot Vessel Collides With a Largest LNG Carrier at the Port...
On July 10, Milford Haven pilot boat made ‘hard contact’ with one of the world’s largest LNG carrier ‘Lijmiliya’ during a routine transfer, reports...
EC to Obligate Bunker Suppliers for Sulfur Check
European Commission – Focus on Bunker Suppliers in Sulfur Regs Enforcement
As a part of its obligations under MARPOL Annex VI, the European Commission (EC)...
Ship Detained for Deficiencies in Aberdeen
On June 15, an Indian offshore supply ship was detained by Britain’s maritime authorities after surveyors found three deficiencies when it docked in Aberdeen....
A Bulk Carrier Ran Aground in Canadian Waters
On July 12 at about 6 p.m, a bulk carrier hauling coal product has gone aground in Canadian waters along the St. Lawrence River...
Serious Injury To Crew Member During Mooring Operations
Summary
On 11 January 2015, an able seaman on board a Maltese registered tanker lost his lower left leg as it became entangled in the...
New Guidelines for Autonomous Ship Design and Operation from LR
LR Comes Out With Guidelines for Ship Design and Operation
Autonomous ships are likely to enter service soon. The new guidance, from LR, provides the...
Engine Failure Causes Italian Tanker to Drop Anchor Off Kollam
An Italian flagged vessel reportedly dropped anchor 30 nautical miles off Kollam due to a mechanical fault. The crew attempted to fix the issue...