On April 10, 2023, the product tanker SUCCESS 9 was boarded by pirates. The ship was south of the Ivory Coast in the Gulf of Guinea. According to reports, the pirates attacked and were able to board the vessel. Safe offshore companies must adequately prepare for the...
There was a deadly accident on the cruise ship VALIANT LADY on April 2, 2023. At the time, the ship was en route from Miami, Florida to Roatan, Honduras. The passenger is believed to have fallen from her balcony onto a lower deck. The passenger received medical...
Fire safety aboard cargo container ships is a crucial issue that requires stringent measures to prevent devastating accidents and ensure the safety of crew members. This article discusses the common causes of fires on container ships, the specific risks associated...
Two tanker vessels collided in the Great Bitter Lake in Egypt on April 4, 2023. At the time, the two ships were in the holding area for the Suez Canal. The product tanker ALIGOTE struck a moored vessel, the Aframax tanker LYRIC MAGNOLIA. Both ships anchored after...
A fire broke out on an offshore oil platform in a field off the coast of Trinidad on April 10, 2023. The platform has been identified as the Bravo Platform in the Trintes field. The platform is owned and operated by Trinity Exploration & Production plc. The...
There was a fire on the fishing vessel KODIAK ENTERPRISE on April 8, 2023. At the time, the boat was moored at Trident Seafoods in Tacoma, Washington. According to the Coast Guard, the vessel is estimated to have 55,000 gallons of diesel and 19,000 pounds of freon...
Cargo ships are a cornerstone of the global supply chain, transporting vast quantities of goods across the world's oceans. In Galveston Bay, cargo ships play a crucial role in facilitating trade and commerce, supporting the local and national economies. However, these...
Tug boats are crucial in maritime operations, providing essential services such as towing, maneuvering, and assisting larger vessels. However, the electrical systems on these vessels can pose significant risks to maritime workers. Electrical hazards, including shocks,...
There was a fire on the shrimp boat MISS HOPKINS on March 31, 2023. Three crew members on board had to abandon it. The fisherman floated in the water of the Jekyll Sound for roughly 45 minutes before they were rescued by another vessel. At the time of the fire, the...
A sailboat caught fire in Mobile Bay, Alabama on April 2, 2023. Three crew members on the sailboat had to abandon it. A nearby samaritan vessel was able to rescue them and transfer the crew members to shore. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. ...