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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.

  May 15, 2024

RINA issues amendments to enhance cyber resilience and security of ship systems

Classification Society RINA has issued amendments to Part C of the “Rules for Classification of Ships” that will come into force on 1 July 2024....

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  May 13, 2024

Transport Canada's interim order for compulsory pilotage in Area 2 of the Pacific Pilotage Authority Region

Transport Canada has issued ​an interim order regarding Area 2 of the Pacific Pilotage Authority Region....

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IMO

  May 09, 2024

IMO's recommendations for safe transport of plastic pellets by sea in freight containers

IMO has issued circular MEPC.1/Circ.909 regarding recommendations for the carriage of plastic pellets by sea in freight containers....

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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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