Australia Bans Tankers Due to Seafarers’ Welfare Issues
The AG Neptune, a 105,400 dwt vessel, was examined at the Port of Gladstone in June 2022, according to AMSA, which received a complaint.
Accidents & Emergencies
Ban on Tanker After $120,000 in Unpaid Salary
Upon learning crew members were due more than $120,000 in salaries, officials barred an oil tanker from entering Australian ports for six months.
Engine Room Causes Fire on Canadian Ferry
More than 200 passengers on the MV Holiday Island ferry had to leave the vessel early on Friday owing to a fire in its engine room.
Two Identically Numbered Containers at Chattogram Port
Two containers bearing the same distinctive number landed at the Chattogram port. The incident was discovered by the port's computerized CTMS.
30,000 Gallons Oil Spill in The Bahamas
A 30,000 gallon oil spill was reported in the Exuma waters between yesterday and this morning, according to acting prime minister Chester Cooper.
Chinese Chief Officer Chosen for IMO Gallantry Award
Bo Xu Chief Officer of Oil Tanker Xian Qiao 502 to be honored with 2022 International Maritime Organization Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea.
Cruise Ship with 100 COVID Passengers Docks in Sydney
The Coral Princess cruise ship has anchored at Sydney's Circular Quay with more than 100 COVID-positive crew members and passengers on board.
Peruvian Navy Ship Catches Fire During Military Exercise
According to RIMPAC reports of the fire were brought to watch floor at 8am. After the fire started, several ships helped the Guise and its crew.
The Longest U.S Oil Spill
When Taylor Energy’s MC20 oil production platform collapsed in 2004, it became known as the longest running oil spill in the history of the USA.
Member of Abandoned Indian Crew in Sri Lanka Tragically Dies
The cook drowned in March 2022. He fell into the sea when he attempted to negotiate the ship’s badly damaged gangway to go ashore.
Families of Beirut Port Victims File Lawsuit in US
Family of the victims of Lebanon’s 2020 port blast filed a $250m lawsuit in Texas against a US firm for its suspected links to the tragedy.