Union Minister of State for Shipping Mansukh Mandaviya on 07 August launched online exit examination for the seafarers via virtual ceremony. The seafarers, who are getting training in different Maritime Training Institutes under Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), can now appear in the exam from the comfort of their homes in this unprecedented time of…
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) announced today that they will commence a phased return to Survey and Inspection activity in the UK from 20 July. Marine Offices are accepting bookings for 20 July onwards. Survey activities will be carried out in accordance with the guidance outlined in MIN 623 (M+F) and Operators are strongly…
Maritime industry’s Golden Safety Rules So, what are these golden Safety Rules. Well, there are 9 of them and you can see them below: 1. Enclosed Space Entry Only enter an enclosed space if it has been ventilated and the atmosphere confirmed safe. You must ALWAYS: Check if a Permit is required; obtain authorization and comply;…
The IMO Ship Identification Number is a unique seven-digit number which remains unchanged through a vessel’s lifetime and is linked to its hull, regardless of any changes of names, flags, or owners. In fact, the IMO number is a unique seven digit number that is assigned to propelled, sea-going merchant ships of 100 GT and…
The coronavirus crisis has brought many changes in the industry; from travel restrictions to crew changes. This is a new situation that not only shipping but the whole humanity faces. As far it concerns Maritime industry, we need to reassure seafarer’s health and safety at sea as well as to minimize disruptions in trade. In…
Following sustained pressure from Nautilus and other transport unions, the UK government has officially designated seafarers as key workers. This means that, during the Covid-19 coronavirus outbreak, the children of seafarers can continue to attend school or other childcare settings that are now closed to the majority of pupils. But there may also be other…
The St Kitts and Nevis International Ship Registry (SKANReg) has underlined it commitment to the need for greater gender diversity in the shipping industry by sponsoring a female cadet to attend this year’s WISTA AGM and International Conference in Hamburg. The event, to be held a week after the SMM exhibition in September, will give…
Since the beginning of 2020, the world community has been under an unprecedented crisis facing uncertainty due to COVID-19 pandemic with the potential of the virus to change the history books. This could not leave ship operations out of the collateral damage. Shipping industry transports 90% of the goods worldwide and plays a key role in world’s…
The 7th session of IMO’s Sub-Committee on Ship Systems and Equipment (SSE) took place in London on 2-6 March 2020. Highlights of the meeting included agreement of draft new requirements for onboard lifting appliances, and on draft new interim guidelines for safe operation of shore power, as well as progressed work on ventilation of survival craft…
Following the coronavirus outbreak, two online maps have been already launched, presenting the development of the virus, while Wilhelmsen launched its own online tool providing the global port restrictions, easing the shipping industry. Specifically, the map includes the port restrictions that have been issued by countries on a global scale. By clicking on each port…