The HAPPY ARAS grounded on the Datca Peninsula in Turkey. Owners declared general average. Cargo interests pleaded that the vessel was unseaworthy on the ground of incompetence of the crew, …
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On March 11th, NYK Group company, NYK Holding (Europe) B.V. (“NHE”), reached an agreement with the Norwegian shipping company Westfal- Larsen Group to fully acquire Saga Welco AS (“Saga Welco”). …
The Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) has decided that, until further notice, Norwegian-flagged vessels will not be permitted to enter the Strait of Hormuz. For ships already operating in the area, …
INTERCARGO Urges Vigilance and Reaffirms Priority on Seafarer Safety as Security Risks Escalate in Middle East Gulf and Strait of Hormuz The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO) has …
The Council will focus on the impact on shipping and seafarers in the Arabian Sea, the Sea of Oman and the Gulf region, particularly in and around the Strait of …
11 March 2026 – “Around 20,000 seafarers on vessels operating in the Middle East are facing a dangerous and highly uncertain security situation as the conflict in the region continues,” …
The Government of India has received information regarding an incident involving the oil tanker MT SAFESEA VISHNU near Basra, Iraq, on 11 March 2026, during ship-to-ship (STS) cargo loading operations …
From 1 April 2026, all dry bulk and general cargo vessels aged 12 years or older without a valid RightShip Inspection will have their Safety Score downgraded to 2 out …
Today, we have published our accident investigation report into the loss of propulsion in heavy weather experienced by the passenger vessel Spirit of Discovery on 4 November 2023 while crossing …
IMO is preparing to launch the second audit cycle of the IMO Member State Audit Scheme (IMSAS) with a revised Framework and Procedures. Building on lessons learned from the first …
PMA has revised MMC 215 for Panama Oil Record Book, providing ship-owners, ship operators, Masters and officers of Panama flagged vessels with guidance on the proper maintenance and keeping of …
At its 105th session in June 2016, the International Labor Organization (ILO) approved amendments to the Part B of the Code of MLC, 2006 addressing shipboard harassment and bullying. Liberia …
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has taken swift action to protect seafarer welfare, detaining Liberian-flagged bulk carrier Ocean Bright and banning it from Australian ports for six months after …
This Seaway Handbook contains the joint St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation’s Seaway Practices and Procedures established under Section 99 of the Canada Marine Act and the Great Lakes St. Lawrence …
Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur is part of a pilot program for implementing the Performance-Driven Certificate of Compliance (COC) Examination Schedule for foreign tank vessels. Authorized by the National Defense …
Please be advised that there will be a 2.5% increase of ship inspection fees for the upcoming 2026 navigation season. Fees will be as follows: Inland/ocean ship inspection inside the …
The Directorate General of Shipping, Government of India, has issued DGS Circular 10 of 2026, providing an updated Safety Advisory for Indian Seafarers and Shipping Stakeholders operating in the Persian …
The Canadian Arctic and the Norwegian Sea officially became Emission Control Areas (ECAs) on 1 March 2026 under MARPOL Annex VI. In the two new areas, ships must meet stricter …
A key step to enhance transparency and cooperation in Port State Control (PSC) took place at IMO Headquarters in London (26 February), with the signing of an updated data-exchange agreement …
“I have been deeply concerned about the seafarers who are being put in extreme danger in the Strait of Hormuz and the surrounding region when they are simply trying to …
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) and the Joint Negotiating Group (JNG), as the social partners of the International Bargaining Forum (IBF), agree to designate the Strait of Hormuz, Gulf …
“The International Group have been asked to comment on the changes to war coverage provided by P&I Clubs following the attacks on Iran and Iran’s subsequent retaliation against Gulf States …
The International Association of Independent Tanker Owners and Oil Companies International Marine Forum have issued a joint statement on evolving situation across the Middle East and its waterways, especially the …
The IMO regularly updates the Procedures for Port State Control (PSC), with the latest revision having been adopted at the 34th session of the IMO Assembly in late 2025. IMO …
Panama issued Marine Notice and the purpose of this Merchant Marine Notice is to inform all Shipowners, Operators, Legal Representatives, Masters, Recognized Organizations (ROs), and Shipping Agencies of detainable Port …
Panama issued Marine Notice and the purpose of this Merchant Marine Notice is to inform all Shipowners, Operators, Legal Representatives, Masters, Recognized Organizations (ROs), and Shipping Agencies of detainable Port …
Port Hedland issues a Marine Safety Bulletin and this Marine Safety Bulletin introduces the harmonised safety assurance framework for vessels calling at the Port of Port Hedland through the mandatory …
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) and the Joint Negotiating Group (JNG), as social partners of the International Bargaining Forum (IBF), have today designated the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding …
The Directorate General of Shipping is closely monitoring the evolving maritime security situation in the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, Gulf of Oman and adjoining sea areas in light of …
In view ofthe ongoing conflict situation in Iran and the wider Persian Gulf region has been deteriorating and the resultant challenges faced by lndian seafarers stranded in and around Persian …
Following the military conflict in the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding region the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), the European Shipowners | ESCA and the Asian Shipowner’s Association have issued …
Together with the Western Australian Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure, Fremantle Ports and the Australian Marine Oil Spill Centre, we will be conducting a major exercise around a simulated …
Nautilus International is gravely concerned by the rapid deterioration in security across key maritime routes in the Middle East, including the Strait of Hormuz, because of escalating military conflict in …
The Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) has adopted amendments to section 3, first paragraph, sections 11 and 13, as well as new section 13a, of the Regulations of 1 July 2014 …
March 1, 2026 – “The recent escalation of conflict in the Middle East is causing disruption to global liner shipping, with many ocean carriers pausing or rerouting services as they …
1. Background NorthStandard Club has received a Notice of Cancellation from its reinsurers in respect of certain war risks reinsured in the commercial market. Consequently, the Club has issued a …
In light of the significant military escalation between the US/Israel and Iran that began yesterday, February 28, 2026, flag states and maritime security organizations have issued urgent advisories for all …
This report presents the results of a 2025 industry survey conducted by BIMCO on the operational realities of implementing the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships’ Ballast …
BIMCO’s Documentary Committee has adopted a new Emission Trading Scheme Allowances Clause for use with BARECON 2017 to help parties allocate emissions compliance responsibilities under bareboat charter agreements. The clause …
MIAMI – Coast Guard Cutter Richard Etheridge’s crew interdicted a suspected smuggling vessel, Saturday, at approximately 2:15 p.m., about 8 miles offshore of Miami. During the boarding, the joint law …
A complaint has been filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia seeking to forfeit the Motor Tanker Skipper – a crude oil tanker seized by the …
As the international maritime community marks the 20th anniversary of the Maritime Labour Convention’s (MLC) adoption, UK Chamber of Shipping Policy Director, Tim Springett, reflects on the convention’s journey so …
Coast Guard Sector Corpus Christi is introducing a Performance-Driven Certificate of Compliance (COC) Examination Schedule for foreign tank vessels, authorized under the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act. Under this program: …
Fire broke out on Passenger Vessel World Legacy on 20 Feb 2026. The vessel was anchored at Raffles Reserved Anchorage. MPA patrol craft, Police CG & Singapore Civil Defence Force …
Liberia issued Marine Advisory 03/2026 to reinforce the mandatory compliance requirements that govern Engine Room fire prevention, fire protection readiness, and safe machinery-space operations on Liberian-flagged vessels. Recent Engine Room …
The Republic of Marshall Islands (RMI) Maritime Administrator has issued a a safety advisory giving update regarding the number of enclosed space entry incidents since 2020. Since 2020, 12 enclosed …
The Office of the Maritime Administrator of the Republic of Vanuatu hereby issues this urgent notification concerning the circulation of forged Certificates of Registry falsely purporting to have been issued …
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has successfully concluded a 24‑day response operation to support a vessel in distress in the Coral Sea, Queensland, preventing risk to the Great Barrier …
SALEFORM 2012 is a widely used international Memorandum of Agreement for the sale and purchase of ships. However, the NSA saw a need to revise the form to better reflect …
Press Release: February 25, 2026 WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned over 30 individuals, entities, and vessels enabling illicit Iranian …
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