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Contact of containership Dali with the Francis Scott Key Bridge: Preliminary report

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Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed after the containership Dali collided with it
Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed after the containership Dali collided with it

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released a preliminary investigation report on the accident where the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed following a collision with the container ship MV Dali.

The Dali was propelled by a single, slow-speed, 55,626-hp (41,480-kW) diesel engine manufactured by Hyundai MAN B&W. The engine was directly connected to a single, right-turning propeller. To run the main engine, one of the vessel’s four diesel generators must be operating and supplying the vessel with electrical power. The emergency generator alone Continue reading “Contact of containership Dali with the Francis Scott Key Bridge: Preliminary report”

The Francis Scott Key Bridge ‘Black Swan Event’ and its effect on the insurance markets

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Photo credit: US Coastguard/Petty Officer 1st Class Brandon Giles
Photo credit: US Coastguard/Petty Officer 1st Class Brandon Giles

Learning from this tragedy could prove an invaluable lesson in risk mitigation with complex maritime operations, writes John Butler. In the early morning of 26 March 2024 the container ship Dali struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore forcing its dramatic collapse which was captured and circulated on television and social media across the world. This is a textbook example of a Black Swan Event, an unexpected incident that has disproportionately created a social and economic impact on a local area. This incident also shines a light on the offshore industry, maritime insurance, and the importance of Marine Warranty Surveyors. Continue reading “The Francis Scott Key Bridge ‘Black Swan Event’ and its effect on the insurance markets”

ABS issues technical and operational advisory for methanol bunkering

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technical and operational advisory for methanol bunkering issued by ABS
Technical and operational advisory for methanol bunkering issued by ABS

The maritime industry faces several substantive challenges driven by increasingly stricter gaseous air emission legislation and increased efforts by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from ships. The adoption of low-flashpoint fuels and gases which can be produced from renewable and sustainable sources, such as methanol, is expected to become one of the means to meet those challenges.

Accordingly, owners, operators, designers and shipyards around the world are considering Continue reading “ABS issues technical and operational advisory for methanol bunkering”

IACS Annual Review 2023 published

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IACS Annual Review 2023 published
IACS Annual Review 2023 published

The International Association of Classification Societies (IACS), the membership organisation for the world’s leading classification societies, has published its IACS Annual Review 2023. The review includes a broad range of articles highlighting IACS’ work in 2023, with a strong emphasis on the significant advancements made in alternative fuels. This includes the development of a new Unified Requirement on the release of ammonia from ammonia fuelled vessels, and the newly established Safe Digital Transformation Panel that focuses on the safety implications of increasingly digitised ships, together with IACS’ engagement with the industry on existing and emerging technical challenges. Continue reading “IACS Annual Review 2023 published”

MAIB Report: Powerboat Awesome accident resulting in two fatalities

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MAIB Report: Powerboat Awesome accident resulting in two fatalities
MAIB Report: Powerboat Awesome accident resulting in two fatalities

The MAIB has issued a report on its investigation of the powerboat Awesome accident near Little Thatch Island, British Virgin Islands on 2 October 2022, where the loss of control resulted in two fatalities.

On 2 October 2022, the mono-hulled offshore powerboat Awesome was returning to its home port when it unexpectedly veered to starboard, then rolled violently to port, ejecting 10 occupants. Awesome ended up in a vertical position, with its bow in the air, briefly staying afloat before it started to sink by the stern. Two of the occupants did not survive the accident. Continue reading “MAIB Report: Powerboat Awesome accident resulting in two fatalities”

UK Office for Product Safety and Standards issues product recall alert for Honda Marine Outboards

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Honda Marine Outboard products present a risk of injuries as it has been identified that the actuator link rod may break
Honda Marine Outboard products present a risk of injuries as it has been identified that the actuator link rod may break

The affected Honda Marine Outboard products present a risk of injuries as it has been identified that the actuator link rod may break during use due to a lack of durability. This can then result in a loss of shift operation, leading to a potential loss of control of the vessel. The product does not meet the requirements of the Recreational Craft Regulations 2017. Due to this, the product has been recalled from end users. Continue reading “UK Office for Product Safety and Standards issues product recall alert for Honda Marine Outboards”

Leading Maritime Cities Report 2024: Amid a sea of change, Singapore retains top spot

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Leading Maritime Cities Report 2024 published
Leading Maritime Cities Report 2024 published

Singapore has retained its title as the leading maritime city in the world, followed by Rotterdam and London, according to the 2024 Leading Maritime Cities Report 2024 from DNV and Menon Economics. The city-state, with its large owned and managed vessel fleets, strategic geographic advantages, pro-business policies and its position as a leader in the maritime energy transition, is expected to hold this position for the next five years, the analysis determines.

Compiled in cooperation between classification society DNV and Menon Economics, the Leading Maritime Cities Report 2024 Continue reading “Leading Maritime Cities Report 2024: Amid a sea of change, Singapore retains top spot”

China Maritime Safety Administration launches action plan to prevent equipment failure

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China Maritime Safety Administration launches action plan
China Maritime Safety Administration launches action plan

The China Maritime Safety Administration has issued a notice announcing a special safety inspection period to prevent the failure of ships’ mechanical and electrical equipment from 7 April 2024 until 31 October 2024. Lloyd’s Register issued an article to provide details about this period of extra scrutiny for ships entering Chinese ports and shipyards, advising foreign classification societies in China to enhance and improve:
– Survey, inspection and testing during new construction
– Survey of conversion, renewal or repair of mechanical and Continue reading “China Maritime Safety Administration launches action plan to prevent equipment failure”

UK MAIB Safety Digest 2024 published

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UK MAIB Safety Digest 2024 published
UK MAIB Safety Digest 2024 published

The Marine Accident Investigation Branch has published its the MAIB Safety Digest 2024 spring edition. It features a varied collection of lessons learned from recent marine accidents involving vessels from the merchant, fishing and recreational sectors.

MAIB Safety Digest 2024 draws the attention of the marine community to some of the lessons arising from investigations into recent accidents and incidents. It contains information that has been determined up to the time of issue.

The information is published to inform the merchant and fishing industries, the recreational craft community and the public of the general circumstances surrounding marine accidents and to draw out the lessons to be learned. Continue reading “UK MAIB Safety Digest 2024 published”

NSIA report into Viking Sky investigation published

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Viking Sky Investigation published.Photo credit: Photo: Eva Frisnes
Viking Sky Investigation published. Photo credit: Photo: Eva Frisnes

The Norwegian Safety Investigation Authority (NSIA) issued its accident report on the loss of propulsion and near-grounding of cruise ship Viking Sky on 23 March 2019.

During the afternoon of 23 March 2019, the cruise vessel Viking Sky experienced a blackout, causing loss of propulsion and steering, during a storm in the Hustadvika area of the Norwegian coast. The vessel is estimated to have come within a ship’s length of running aground with 1,374 persons on board, and the accident had the potential to develop into one of the worst disasters at sea in modern times. Continue reading “NSIA report into Viking Sky investigation published”

Vehicle Carrier Safety Forum issues guidance on vehicle carrier presentation and loading of vehicles

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The Vehicle Carrier Safety Forum has published its first industry good practice guidelines
The Vehicle Carrier Safety Forum has published its first industry good practice guidelines

The Vehicle Carrier Safety Forum has published its first industry good practice guidelines entitled ‘Common Guidance on the loading and presentation of vehicles’. The guidance, and supporting checklist, are intended to reduce the risks associated with the shipment of unaccompanied vehicles, including electric and hybrid vehicles, and to promote the safety of terminal and vessel personnel and the protection of property including the vessel itself.

The Vehicle Carrier Safety Forum is a consortium of vessel operators, insurers and other industry experts, whose role is to promote safety on vessels designed to carry vehicles. The guidance is supported by industry bodies The International Group of P&I Clubs, The International Chamber of Shipping and the TT Club. Continue reading “Vehicle Carrier Safety Forum issues guidance on vehicle carrier presentation and loading of vehicles”

Replace harmful zinc anodes with aluminium as standard is the advice

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Photo credit: The Fitout Pontoon
Photo credit: The Fitout Pontoon

Zinc anodes are causing environmental damage is the message from the Clean Harbours Partnership (CHP), which is a UK-based organisation dedicated to raising awareness of harbour pollution. It has urged boaters, major boat manufacturers and other interested parties to replace or to recommend replacing zinc anodes with aluminium as standard to reduce and prevent further environmental damage. CHP has been studying the release of metals, particularly copper and zinc, by recreational vessels into the marine environment. CHP highlights that, in 2020, the Institute of Marine Sciences at Portsmouth University in the UK calculated that approximately 900 tonnes of zinc is released into UK coastal and inland waters by recreational vessels in an average year. Continue reading “Replace harmful zinc anodes with aluminium as standard is the advice”

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