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RISK4SEA: Important KPIs for PSC inspections during Q1 2024
The RISK4SEA SaaS PSC Intelligence platform has unveiled the Primary Port State Control Key Performance Indicators (PSC KPIs) for Q1 2024, shedding light on PSC performance across major regimes.
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Life Onboard
The more active you are, the more you reap the benefits
Engaging in regular physical activity yields numerous benefits for both mind and body. Additionally, maintaining an active lifestyle can help in managing weight, reducing the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease and diabetes, and promoting longevity.
How to manage procrastination and prioritize fitness
Fitness procrastination is an incredibly common experience as we may find telling repeatedly to ourselves that tomorrow is the day for a new start. One moment we become excited to hit that workout tomorrow, then the following day, we tell ourselves that the “time isn’t right.” How can we break the cycle, beat the excuses and engage in a fitness journey?
Safety beyond the surface: Why Psychological First Aid matters
Psychological First Aid (PFA) was defined by Everly and Flynn in 2005 as a compassionate and supportive presence designed to mitigate acute distress and assess the need for continued mental health care.
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Regulatory Update
UK P&I Club: Understanding and adhering to laws for flying the Chinese National Flag
UK P&I Club correspondents Huatai has provided the following update after dealing with a number of ships which were punished by the Maritime Safety Administration (MSA) for failing to fly, improperly flying, or flying a damaged or defiled National Flag of the People's Republic of China.
Denmark prohibits scrubber discharge in its waters
The Danish government, in collaboration with several political parties has reached a new agreement to prohibit the discharge of scrubber water from ships within 22 km of the Danish coasts starting from 1 July 2025.
AMSA: Marine notice on reduction of underwater noise from shipping
AMSA published a marine notice to draw attention to the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) non-mandatory Revised guidelines for the reduction of underwater radiated noise from shipping to address adverse impacts on marine life, which were released on 1 October 2023.
Panama Canal presents truths and myths about its operation
The Panama Canal has undertaken the task of dispelling misconceptions surrounding the recent drought's impact on its operations.
DNV: EU MRV extended to ships from 400 GT
In a recent article, DNV highlights that from 1 January 2025, the amended EU MRV regulations will extend to general cargo vessels with a gross tonnage (GT) of 400 to 5000 and offshore vessels of 400 GT and above.
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Maripedia
Do you know why a Ship Security Assessment is essential?
Navigating the vast and unpredictable seas comes with its own set of challenges and risks. That's where the Ship Security Assessment (SSA) plays a pivotal role.
Do you know what a Ship Security Plan includes?
In an era where maritime security is paramount, a Ship Security Plan (SSP) stands as a bulwark against potential threats to vessels and their crews. But what exactly does an SSP entail?
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Shipping 2030
New program focuses on ammonia fuel safety
Ammonia is gaining traction as a potential clean fuel for the future, with the first ammonia-powered vessels expected to debut as early as 2025. In response to this emerging trend, Ocean Technologies Group (OTG) has developed an e-learning program focused on ammonia fuel safety to educate seafarers about handling, storage, and safety precautions specific to ammonia-fueled ships.
Trafigura signs contract for low-carbon ammonia-powered gas carriers
Trafigura has signed a contract for four Medium Gas Carriers (MGC) that will be capable of using low-carbon ammonia as a propulsion fuel when delivered.
First ISCC EU-certified marine biofuel delivered by Malaysian supplier
Straits Energy Resources Berhad announced that its subsidiary, Tumpuan Megah Development Sdn Bhd (Tumpuan Megah), successfully completed what is believed to be the first delivery of International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC EU) certified marine biofuel by a Malaysian supplier.
Bibby Marine to build the world’s first zero-emission eCSOV
Bibby Marine announced that it has signed a shipbuilding contract, to build the world’s first truly zero-emission, electric Commissioning Service Operation Vessel (eCSOV), with shipbuilders, Gondan.
QatarEnergy inks agreement to build 18 large-scale LNG carriers
QatarEnergy has entered into an agreement with China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) to build 18 large-scale LNG carriers.
Lessons Learned
Lessons learned: Lid on ash trash barrel blown off due to hot ash
IMCA provides lessons learned from an incident in which, the lid on a waste container barrel blew off due to a build-up of excessive pressure within the waste container, caused by hot ash being deposited inside.
Maripedia
Do you know why a Ship Security Assessment is essential?
Navigating the vast and unpredictable seas comes with its own set of challenges and risks. That's where the Ship Security Assessment (SSA) plays a pivotal role.
