Topic
maritime safety
Logistics Shipping & Freight #enclosed space deaths#maritime safety
Enclosed Space Deaths Persist; Engineering Solutions Needed Beyond Paperwork, MarinePALS Expert Says
Despite decades of procedures, enclosed space fatalities continue in shipping. MarinePALS' Pradeep Chawla argues that the IMO's revised MSC circular, while welcome, is insufficient without engineering solutions that prevent unsafe entry before human error occurs.
Jun 30, 2026 1 source
Logistics Shipping & Freight #seafarer injuries#gard report
Gard Report Finds Routine Work Behind Most Seafarer Injuries in 2025
A new report from Norwegian marine insurer Gard finds that most seafarer injuries occur during routine shipboard work, often involving experienced crew. Slips, trips, and falls are the leading cause at 29%, with the first month of contract and morning hours posing highest risk. The findings highlight ongoing safety challenges that can affect crew availability and shipping operations.
Jun 25, 2026 1 source
Shipping & Freight #equasis#ship-to-ship transfer
Equasis adds ship-to-ship transfer records from DYNAMARINe - Splash247
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Jun 14, 2026 1 source