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800 × 496 The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF Condemns Black Sea Vessel Attacks) and has issued a strong warning over the growing dangers faced by civilian seafarers in the region. Recently, attacks on commercial vessels operating in the Black Sea have intensified. As a result, seafarers now face serious safety risks while performing their […]
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DGS Circular No. 53 of 2025(STCW Circular No. 05 of 2025) Explained in Simple Language:- The Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) released an important circular on 1 December 2025. It introduces a new training requirement for all seafarers. The update adds a compulsory module on preventing and responding to violence, harassment, bullying, sexual harassment and
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An intense engine room fire on the Chiquita Voyager disrupted operations at the Port of Wilmington and injured four crew members. The incident unfolded rapidly, and emergency teams moved fast to control the situation. Their coordinated action prevented a major maritime disaster and ensured the crew received immediate care. 🔥 How the Fire Started Shortly
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The LNG bunker vessel MT Kairos Faces Critical Fire During Operations while carrying out bunkering near Malmö, Sweden. The sudden fire began inside the auxiliary engine room and created immediate alarm for the crew. Because LNG bunker vessels operate under strict safety standards, any onboard fire can escalate rapidly. However, the team reacted with strong
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On 23 November 2025, the world witnessed a rare natural event. A long-dormant volcano in northern Ethiopia suddenly came back to life after nearly 12,000 years. This unexpected Ethiopian Volcano Eruption involved Hayli Gubbi, a remote peak located in the dry Afar Region. The volcano sits within the famous Erta Ale volcanic chain. The eruption
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A tragic incident shocked the maritime community when Seafarer Dies After Toxic Gas Leak on Tanker Off Istanbul became the headline of global maritime news. A Russian crew member lost his life after a deadly gas leak occurred on the Panama-flagged tanker Swanlake, anchored in the Sea of Marmara near Istanbul. Because the toxic fumes
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Incident Overview A tragic maritime accident near Beira Port, Mozambique, has left three Indians dead and five others missing after a launch boat capsized during a crew-transfer operation. The headline “Three Indians Dead, Five Missing in Mozambique Boat Accident” reflects the devastating outcome of what began as a routine transfer. According to reports, the launch
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Incident Overview The tragic Fire and Explosion on Oil Tanker at Indonesian Shipyard Kills 10 and Injures 21, leaving the maritime community in deep shock. On 15 October 2025, the oil tanker MT Federal II caught fire and exploded at PT ASL Shipyard, located in Tanjung Uncang, Batam Island, Indonesia. The blast killed 10 workers
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Iconic Pirate Ship Marigalante Sinks in Puerto Vallarta Introduction Iconic Pirate Ship Marigalante Sinks in Puerto Vallarta, leaving the city in shock and sorrow. For more than three decades, this grand wooden vessel symbolized fun, culture, and adventure along the beautiful Banderas Bay. The ship, famous for its pirate-themed shows and dinner cruises, suddenly sank
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Introduction On 24 September 2025, the aggregate carrier Sana, loaded with white cement, suddenly listed off Kish Island in the Persian Gulf. Thanks to a quick rescue response, nine crew members survived the ordeal. The incident of “Nine Crew Rescued After Aggregate Carrier Sana Lists in Persian Gulf” has raised serious concerns about vessel maintenance,
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