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In the latest instillment of their Good Catch series, warning that emergency alert functions on ship radios can unintentionally interrupt important communications.
An inland towing vessel was pushing nine loaded barges downriver, approaching a fleeting area just below a bridge. The towing vessel was scheduled to drop off six of the barges and pick up five others before continuing further downriver.
The captain anticipated that tying up would be a little tricky that day due to the strong current and an eddy just above the fleeting area.
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Below you will find a weekly report dated 27 May 2026, covering the period of 21 to 27 May, where the following incidents were reported:
- 0 maritime security incidents in West Africa in the last 7 days
- 1 maritime security incident in the Indian Ocean/Middle East in the last 7 days
- 3 Somalia-based piracy incidents reported in the last 7 days.
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Over the past week, 19-25 May, one incident of piracy or armed robbery against ships in Asia.
One CAT 2 incident of armed robbery against ships2 in Asia. The incident occurred onboard a container ship while at anchor at Chittagong Outer Anchorage, Bangladesh on 7 May 2026. About eight to ten perpetrators armed with long knives boarded the starboard aft deck of the ship and stole 2900 litres of paint. The crew members were not injured.
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Three Myanmar sailors died while working aboard a foreign cargo ship in Indonesian waters with the incident once again highlighting the deadly dangers posed by enclosed spaces at sea.
As reported, the deceased were identified as Thura Zaw, 38, Zaw Min Htet, 34, and Han Htoo Aung, 28. Members of the Myanmar seafarers’ community said the three men died from oxygen deprivation after entering an enclosed compartment on the vessel for inspection work.
According to the Free Funeral Service Society, the bodies were transported from Yangon International Airport to North Okkalapa General Hospital on 24 May.
Injury or death caused by oxygen deficiency remains one of the most common hazards in the maritime industry.
Confined spaces aboard ships can quickly become dangerous if not properly ventilated or monitored, posing serious risks to both workers and rescuers. Maritime safety experts stress that employers must prioritize atmospheric testing before entry, ensure proper ventilation, and provide comprehensive safety training to reduce the risks associated with confined spaces.
Workers are also required to follow strict entry procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and continuous monitoring of oxygen levels.
Understanding the dangers of oxygen deficiency and enrichment in enclosed spaces is considered critical to preventing further tragedies at sea. Between 2000 and 2024, at least 1,010 ship and shore workers lost their lives in enclosed spaces aboard vessels covered by the SOLAS Convention.