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Grounding of Bulk Carrier John J Boland in Michigan Due to Inadequate Clearance Guidance says NTSB

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Image credit: John J Boland discharging cargo from its port side using its self-unloading boom in Lorain, Ohio after the grounding. (Source: NTSB)
Image credit: John J Boland discharging cargo from its port side using its self-unloading boom in Lorain, Ohio after the grounding. (Source: NTSB)

Inadequate operating company guidance on underkeel clearance led to the April 2023 grounding of a bulk carrier in Lake Huron, the National Transportation Safety Board reports.

The John J Boland grounded twice as it was completing final loading in Port Dolomite, Michigan on 21 April 2023. The crew discovered flooding and damage to the hull after it was underway. The vessel sustained over $775,000 in damage. Continue reading “Grounding of Bulk Carrier John J Boland in Michigan Due to Inadequate Clearance Guidance says NTSB”

Loss of propulsion of ro-ro cargo vessel Mazarine: Transport Malta Report

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The vessel Mazarine dramatically stuck on Wolf Rock
The vessel Mazarine dramatically stuck on Wolf Rock

Transport Malta’s Marine Safety Investigation Unit has published an investigation report into the loss of propulsion and subsequent grounding of the Maltese-registered ro-ro cargo vessel Mazarine, on Wolf Rock off Land’s End, UK on 10 July 2023.

At about 1040, the Maltese-registered, ro-ro cargo vessel, Mazarine ran aground on Wolf Rock, UK. The vessel sustained structural damage to the underwater section of the hull. In addition to the hull perforations, several deformations were observed, mostly on the port Continue reading “Loss of propulsion of ro-ro cargo vessel Mazarine: Transport Malta Report”

Lloyd’s Register issues new survey requirements for Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers

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Lloyd's Register issues new survey requirements for Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers
Lloyd’s Register issues new survey requirements for Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers

Periodical survey requirements for Special, Intermediate and Annual Surveys of bulk carriers and oil tankers are being updated by Lloyd’s Register. This is to align with the latest revision of the IMO ESP Code (as amended by IMO Res. MSC.525(106)) and IACS Unified Requirements (UR Z10.1, UR Z10.2, UR Z10.4 and UR Z10.5). The new survey requirements will become applicable at the Special or Intermediate Surveys, commenced on or after 1 July 2024 (based on the first day of attendance). This update is applicable to shipowners, ship operators, ship managers and ship masters. Continue reading “Lloyd’s Register issues new survey requirements for Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers”

IMPA Safety Campaign: Securing pilot ladders at intermediate length is vital

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IMPA Safety Campaign raises awareness of pilot transfer arrangements
IMPA Safety Campaign raises awareness of pilot transfer arrangements to be compliant

The latest International Maritime Pilots’ Association (IMPA) Safety Campaign raises awareness of the need for pilot transfer arrangements to be procured, inspected, maintained and rigged in compliance with SOLAS regulation V/23, taking complete account of the ISO 799 standards. IMPA highlights the need for securing pilot ladders at intermediate length and conduct mandatory training, inspection and maintenance.

The results of the 2023 IMPA Safety Campaign show that historical trends in non-compliance continue. The headline non-compliance rate remains over sixteen percent, and the main determinant of noncompliance remains pilot ladders. Pilot ladder observations are included in more than fifty percent of reports of non-compliant arrangements. Continue reading “IMPA Safety Campaign: Securing pilot ladders at intermediate length is vital”

SSB No. 06/2024 on maintenance of fire safety systems and equipment issued by Transport Canada

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ship safety bulletin SSB No. 06/2024 published by Transport Canada
ship safety bulletin SSB No. 06/2024 published by Transport Canada

Transport Canada has issued a ship safety bulletin SSB No. 06/2024 regarding maintaining fire safety systems and equipment.

This bulletin is to remind the marine community about maintaining fire safety systems and equipment.

The bulletin emphasizes the following points:
– Visually check systems and equipment as required. ​
– Confirm that systems and equipment are accessible and available for immediate use. ​ Continue reading “SSB No. 06/2024 on maintenance of fire safety systems and equipment issued by Transport Canada”

MV CAPE KORTIA fire investigation report

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MV CAPE KORTIA fire in the engine-room
MV CAPE KORTIA fire in the engine-room report published

Transport Malta’s Marine Safety Investigation Unit has issued an investigation report on the MV CAPE KORTIA fire in the engine-room, which started on 20 January 2023 at the port of Rodman, Panama, leading to the loss of all power.

A wiper noticed a leak of oil on the second platform inside the machinery spaces. Walking closer to investigate, he discovered a fire and smoke over diesel generator no. 4. By the time the situation was reported to the bridge and the main engine stopped, dense smoke had already dispersed inside the machinery spaces. Initial attempts by the crew members to apply boundary cooling helped minimise the Continue reading “MV CAPE KORTIA fire investigation report”

New Zealand regulators prosecutes RoRo operator for maintenance issues

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report into the incident aboard the RoRo ferry Kaitaki published
Report into the incident aboard the RoRo ferry Kaitaki published

New Zealand regulators have taken the highly unusual step of filing charges against the operator of a large inter-island ferry after the RoRo ferry Kaitaki, suffered a power failure. The charges now in a New Zealand court came after an extensive investigation by the regulator Maritime New Zealand as well as a critical report from the country’s Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC) which called on Maritime New Zealand to address critical safety issues.

In a preliminary report into the incident aboard the RoRo ferry Kaitaki, TAIC found the operator KiwiRail Continue reading “New Zealand regulators prosecutes RoRo operator for maintenance issues”

Hong Kong Convention set to impact the shipping industry from 2025

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On 26 June 2023, Bangladesh and Liberia acceded to the Hong Kong Convention.
On 26 June 2023, Bangladesh and Liberia acceded to the Hong Kong Convention.

On 26 June 2023, Bangladesh and Liberia acceded to the Hong Kong Convention. This means the Convention will enter into force for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships on 26 June 2025, writes Stela Spiraj, Senior Engineer, Regulatory Affairs Department, ABS. And it could present opportunities and have profound effects for marine surveyors.

The goal of the Hong Kong Convention is to prevent significant risks to human health and the environment throughout a ship’s operating life and during ship recycling. Upon the Convention’s entry into force new and existing ships with a gross tonnage (GT) of 500 or more Continue reading “Hong Kong Convention set to impact the shipping industry from 2025”

MV Mona fire: Transport Malta issues the report

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MV Mona was transiting the Aegean Sea when a fire broke out in the engine room
MV Mona was transiting the Aegean Sea when a fire broke out in the engine room

Transport Malta has published an investigation report about an incident that took place on 14 September 2022. The vessel MV Mona was transiting the Aegean Sea, en route to a dry dock in Tuzla, Türkiye, when a fire broke out in the engine-room. Flames were observed rising above the main engine’s cylinder unit no. 2.

On 11 September 2022, MV Mona departed in ballast condition from the port of Ashdod, Israel, bound for a scheduled dry docking in Tuzla, Türkiye. On 14 September, the vessel was transiting the Aegean Sea, between the Greek islands, and was expected to arrive at Tuzla the next day. The voyage had been uneventful until around 1715 Continue reading “MV Mona fire: Transport Malta issues the report”

Draft survey practical guidance published by Britannia P&I Club

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Draft survey practical guidance published by Britannia P&I Club
Draft survey practical guidance published by Britannia P&I Club

This essential practical guidance issued by Britannia P&I Club provides an overview of the key concepts and considerations involved in conducting a draft survey for ships.

Draft surveys play a crucial role in determining the quantity of cargo loaded onto a ship. While based on the simple principle of Archimedes’ law of floatation, the calculation process can be complex due to the ship’s shape, non-linear changes in draft due to hog and sag, and external weather conditions. Continue reading “Draft survey practical guidance published by Britannia P&I Club”

EU proposes new measures for safe and green shipping

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The European Commission has presented five legislative proposals to modernise EU rules on maritime safety and prevent water pollution from ships. The proposals will equip the EU with new tools to support clean and modern shipping. They will align EU rules with international regulations, securing a level-playing field for the sector while improving implementation and enforcement through digitalisation and more EU cooperation.

The European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) will play a prominent role in the implementation of the new requirements through the support it will offer Member States administration to enforce the new rules. Continue reading “EU proposes new measures for safe and green shipping”

Rescue boat lifting arrangement failure

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The deterioration of the rescue boat release hook support structure is shown
The deterioration of the rescue boat release hook support structure is shown

The Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) Maritime Administrator has recently been notified of a marine casualty which occurred aboard an RMI-registered ship’s rescue boat that resulted in the injury of two crewmembers.

During a planned drill, the ship’s rescue boat was being lowered to the water with two crewmembers aboard when the release hook support post failed. The rescue boat and two crewmembers fell about 9 meters to the water. The two crewmembers were quickly recovered from the water and transported ashore for medical treatment. Immediately prior to the incident, the rescue boat had been hoisted, swung over the side, and lowered several meters without anyone on board. Continue reading “Rescue boat lifting arrangement failure”

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