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The latest instalments of its ShipShape Health series, showcasing vessel-friendly workout routines for seafarers.
Regular physical movement and exercise are vital for mariners’ strength, injury prevention, and overall well-being. The videos demonstrate how small, consistent efforts can keep mariners fit, energized, and prepared for the physical demands of vessel operations.
The new release includes two exercise videos. The first, Upper Body Workout, features a tailored warm-up and circuit routine with upper body exercises suitable for both shipboard and shoreside environments.
The second, Lower Body & Core Workout, is designed for practicality, requiring minimal space and no equipment. Each movement emphasizes proper form to maximize effectiveness and reduce the risk of injury.
The initiative was brought to life with the valuable participation and support of member Lydia Ann Channel Mooring, whose collaboration was instrumental in promoting seafarer wellness across the maritime industry.
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A major search and rescue operation (SAR) is underway roughly 80 nautical miles south of Mossel Bay, after the tug Leo sent out a distress signal late on 2 March.
At 19:02 local time, the vessel transmitted a mayday, reporting uncontrolled water ingress and requesting immediate assistance. Cape Town Radio relayed the distress call to nearby vessels, prompting an emergency response. The tug, carrying 18 crew members, sank in the early hours of Wednesday after the crew abandoned ship into four life rafts.
As of Wednesday morning, 13 crew members have been accounted for, including 12 survivors and one individual presumed deceased. Search efforts continue for the five remaining crew members.
Two merchant vessels and a local fishing boat remain on the scene assisting the rescue, while a helicopter has been deployed to provide aerial coverage of the area.
Adverse weather conditions continue to hamper operations, but authorities report that all available resources are being fully utilized to locate the missing crew.
An Incident Management System has been activated to coordinate the response and ensure cooperation between the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) Cape Town, on-scene resources, and other relevant agencies.
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A cargo vessel, the Dura Bulk, sank off the coast of Western Sahara, Morocco’s transport ministry said on 1 March.
The Panama-flagged general cargo vessel Dura Bulk sank off the coast of Laayoune. As reported, the relevant authorities acted promptly upon receiving the information and launched a search-and-rescue operation.
All crew members were safely rescued, transferred to a secure location, and are receiving appropriate care under suitable conditions.
Morocco’s transport ministry confirmed that the vessel, carrying a cargo of clinker, an essential component for cement production, experienced water ingress while en route to Laayoune port in Western Sahara.
An investigation has been launched by authorities to determine the cause of the incident.
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An incident where a vessel was towing a barge when the towing wire parted.
What happened?
A vessel was towing a barge when the towing wire parted. Earlier on the same day, the same towing wire had snagged and was damaged. The damaged wire was reused for towing and eventually parted during manoeuvring.
