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A safety alert regarding DGPS signal loss offshore in the Persian Gulf, potentially linked to regional military activity.
A case of DGPS signal loss offshore in the Persian Gulf. The reported DGPS signal issue is potentially from the ongoing military activity in the Middle East, resulting in vessels not being able to meet the minimum number of position reference systems (PRS) for DP station keeping.
- All contracted DP2 offshore support vessels experiencing DGPS signal disruption from 13th June resulted in temporary suspension of DP operations.
- The issue has been widely reported in the region, impacting the normal DP operations of the vessels, with the potential to impact the offshore supply activities.
- Despite following the instructions from the service providers, the issue still exists. No impact was reported to the helicopter operations offshore.
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The IMO has adopted new amendments, effective January 1, 2026, that will require ships to report lost containers at sea,.
As announced, these changes require Masters to report both the loss and observation of containers without delay, ensuring timely communication with nearby vessels, coastal States and flag Administrations.
The amendments aim to improve navigational safety, environmental protection and the traceability of lost containers. The regulations apply to any ship carrying one or more freight containers, or that observes containers lost at sea. The amendments enter into force on 1 January 2026.
Key amendments
SOLAS Chapter V – Safety of Navigation
Adopted via Resolution MSC.550(108), the following provisions have been introduced:
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From September 1, 2005 to November 30, 2025, the Tokyo and the Paris Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) on Port State Control (PSC) will launch a joint Concentrated Inspection Campaign (CIC) targeting compliance with the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ship’s Ballast Water and Sediments, 2004 (BWM Convention).
Port State control officers will verify key areas, including certification, Ballast Water Management Plan (BWMP) approval and updates, crew familiarity, system operation, record-keeping, sediment management and exemptions.
Full advisory at the following link.
https://www.american-club.com/files/files/Press_release_2025_CIC_BWM.pdf
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What happens when Lockout/Tagout procedures are skipped during routine maintenance? For example, without proper tagging and securing of valves and pump controllers, even a small oversight can lead to engine room flooding. Make a Good Catch by always ensuring full compliance with all safety management system related Lockout/Tagout procedures.
Full advisory at the following link.