A report of an incident 70NM southwest of Al Hudaydah, Yemen on 12 November.
The Master of the vessel reported multiple explosions in the vicinity of the vessel. No damage was reported and all crew is safe and well. Vessel is transiting to the next port of call.
An Updated Advisory for the Maritime Industry which sets out best practice recommendations for those involved in the trade of Russian origin crude oil and petroleum products. An Initial Advisory was published on 12 October 2023. The updated version provides new recommendations (Nos. 8-11) on meeting international maritime safety and environmental obligations, enhancing due diligence around tanker sales, avoiding interactions with sanctioned counterparties, and raising internal awareness.
As part of their Good Catch series, an animation titled “Ready for a Rescue? – Engine Room Fire Rescue” to inform viewers about safety practices for locating and rescuing crew members during engine room fires.
A correspondent in Vietnam, has issued an informative update on the difficulties of conducting dry bulk cargo operations in Vietnam.