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 A significant number of heavy weather-related incidents off the South African coast with the number of incidents recorded in the region to have reached the same level as the combined total from 2021 to 2023 within the first nine months of this year.

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On 28 October three explosions south of Al Mukha, Yemen in close proximity of a merchant vessel, days later after Liberia-flagged Olympic Spirit was attacked by missiles.

EOS Risk Group identified the vessel as the Liberia-flagged bulk carrier MOTARO, which has been targeted on several occasions during recent incidents as EOS noted. It was reported that MOTARO was under attack by a projectile or an explosive device while transiting the Red Sea.

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A new Stop Loss publication regarding the use of flexitanks for transporting bulk liquid cargoes. 

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Sudden ice accretion can quickly cover a ship’s superstructures, weather decks, and deck machinery, catching crews off guard. This buildup of ice makes hatch covers and machinery unusable until it’s cleared away. Since de-icing is a tedious and time-consuming process, ships must be equipped to handle the task efficiently. Reducing ice accumulation and preparing vessels for de-icing are critical steps to ensure safe and effective operations.