A deadly fire at ASL Marine’s Batam shipyard killed 13 workers and injured 18. All work on the tanker was suspended as the company began a safety review.
Salvage and firefighting teams continue efforts to recover the Cameroon-flagged LPG tanker Falcon after an onboard explosion in the Gulf of Aden left the vessel burning and adrift.
Authorities continue to investigate the October 18 explosion on the LPG tanker Falcon off Yemen, with officials and the Houthis dismissing speculation of an attack.
The Dutch cargo ship Thamesborg has been refloated after grounding in Canada’s Arctic Northwest Passage, with AIS data indicating movement as salvage operations continue.
A deadly shipyard accident in Tuzla, Istanbul has reignited debate over maritime safety and operational standards in Turkey’s ship repair sector.
A fatal crane cable accident at Brazil’s Port of Santos claimed the life of a Chief Officer aboard the bulk carrier Forever SW, highlighting ongoing safety risks in global shipping.
Qatar has suspended navigation within its waters due to a GPS malfunction, raising concerns about maritime safety and electronic interference risks in the Gulf.
ABS and Persona AI have signed an MOU to introduce humanoid robotics to shipyards, aiming to boost safety, efficiency, and innovation in shipbuilding.
The World Shipping Council has launched a landmark Cargo Safety Program, introducing AI-powered screening and common inspection standards to reduce ship fires linked to misdeclared dangerous goods.
