31 March 2023
Drug smuggling to hit a new record in 2023
Cocaine production has skyrocketed with an expected 35% at least increase in cocaine availability and drug smuggling in 2023.
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Maritime Fraud: Identify & Report Illegal Activities Onboard
Discover the dark side of the shipping industry and stay informed about the prevalence and harmful impact of maritime fraud.
Iskenderun port wreaked by fire after earthquake
The blaze at Iskenderun Port is under control, three days after Turkey suffered a massive earthquake which has flattened much of the port city with the death toll rising exponentially.
Engine room fire in Greek-Owned ship Panama Canal
A broke out fire in the engine room of the container vessel Cape Kortia on Monday morning, 30 January in the Panama Canal.
Containership oil spill off the coast of Vancouver
The post-Panamax container vessel Europe recorded an oil spill of 60 to 100 liters of fuel in Vancouver’s English Bay.
Greek shipping companies fined in the U.S.
Greek-based shipping companies were ordered to pay $2 million over violations of pollution acts in the U.S.
USCG investigation on the grounding of Ever Forward
USCG has published its investigation report into the grounding of Ever Forward, highlighting the dangers of distractions when navigating.
Which Turkish shipbreaking yards failed the EU list?
Two Turkish yards have failed to remain on the EU shipbreaking List of Recycling facilities since they did not meet the union’s regulations.
What is SIF: Serious Injury and Fatality?
Understanding SIF (Serious Injury & Fatality) which includes investigating incidents, near-misses and hazardous conditions.
Footage shows pipeline incident – ‘sabotage’
Footage of the blast-damaged Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline incident, indicated that this was undoubtedly an act of sabotage.