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Safety

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All the latest news concerning national and international standards for the safety of merchant and passenger ships.

IMO

  May 07, 2024

IMO's notice regarding updates to national operational contact points for incidents involving harmful substances

IMO updated the national points of contact responsible for handling urgent reports regarding incidents involving harmful substances....

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  May 07, 2024

PRS issues guidelines for fire safety inspections on sea-going ships

PRS has released amended guidelines for periodic inspections of fire-extinguishing systems and appliances used on ships....

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  May 06, 2024

USCG: Guidance on ship maneuverability devices for safe navigation

USCG issued a policy letter on guidance regarding ship devices that alter maneuvering characteristics to ensure safe operation in U.S. waters....

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  May 02, 2024

Enhancing Maritime Safety: Insights from MGN 484 (M) Amendment 4 on Health and Safety Statistics

Discover the critical updates and safety advice for maritime operations outlined in MGN 484 (M) Amendment 4. Learn how to effectively manage risks and improve safety on maritime vessels....

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  Apr 26, 2024

UK issues guidance on distress signaling equipment for mariners

UK MCA issued MIN 542 (M+F) Amendment 3 providing the latest advice to mariners on distress signaling equipment for emergency use....

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  Apr 25, 2024

MARAD issues maritime security update: precautions and resources

US Maritime Administration issued an advisory regarding the update for the maritime industry, addressing several key areas of concern....

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  Apr 23, 2024

U.S. DOT issues new Emergency Response Guidebook for hazardous material incidents

The U.S. Department of Transportation has issued the new 2024 Emergency Response Guidebook....

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  Apr 22, 2024

Guidelines for authorizations under SOLAS Chapter XV issued by the UK

UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency issued MIN 708 (M) regarding authorisations issued in accordance with SOLAS XV/3.2 and 3.3....

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  Apr 19, 2024

Canada's speed restriction measures for protecting North Atlantic right whales

Transport Canada has issued a ship safety bulletin on speed restrictions in the Gulf of St. Lawrence to protect the North Atlantic right whale....

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  Apr 19, 2024

VTS Manual Edition 8.3 issued by IALA

The International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) has issued the VTS Manual, Edition 8.3....

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UK

  Apr 18, 2024

UK issues new amended codes of practice for authorisation of certifying authorities

UK MCA amended Marine Information Note (MIN) 538 concerning codes of practice – authorisation of certifying authorities....

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  Apr 17, 2024

Canada: Bulletin on new and existing requirements for vessels

Transport Canada has issued a ship safety bulletin No. 09/2024 on new and existing insurance requirements for some vessels....

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