Calls for Stricter Regulations on Aging Vessels After Vessel Capsizing in Kochi
In the aftermath of the MSC ELSA 3 capsizing near Kochi, maritime experts are urging stricter regulations for aging feeder vessels during monsoon season. The incident underscores the heightened risks posed by rough seas and extreme weather, prompting a reevaluation of current seaworthiness checks and the safety of older foreign-flagged ships.