ABS has awarded Samsung Heavy Industries a Product Design Assessment certificate for its Condition-Based Maintenance System (SCBM), achieving a SMART Tier 2 PDA. This certification highlights SCBM’s compliance with ABS’s standards for innovative maritime technologies, enhancing machinery health monitoring and operational performance through real-time data and AI analysis.
Cochin Shipyard has signed an MoU with AP Moller-Maersk for collaboration in ship repair and building in India. The agreement includes sharing technical expertise, joint training programs, and promoting responsible practices. However, brokerage firm Kotak Institutional Equities has issued a ‘sell’ rating on Cochin Shipyard, predicting a potential 40% decline in its stock.
Over 30% of ballast water treatment systems fail Port State Control D-2 compliance inspections, despite passing commissioning tests. Global TestNet data revealed that 29% to 44% of operational systems are failing to remove invasive species, with over 100 organisms found in every 1m3 of treated water. Non-compliance reasons include contamination, regrowth, and human error.
A recent analysis revealed that over 30% of ballast water treatment systems fail Port State inspections despite passing initial tests. Issues with maintenance, record-keeping, and crew training were highlighted, with new requirements coming in 2025. Many systems are failing to remove invasive species, leading to detentions and delays for non-compliant vessels.
BC Ferries in Canada is struggling with its aging fleet, as the 60-year-old Queen of New Westminster lost its propeller, causing service cancelations at the end of a busy summer season. Despite efforts to address maintenance issues, the operator faces significant operational hurdles. Plans are in place to introduce new vessels to meet growing demand.
Heavy-lift cargo drones are transforming maintenance operations at an offshore wind farm, enhancing safety and efficiency. Ørsted’s innovative use of drones at the Borssele wind farm in the Dutch North Sea has significantly expedited tasks, showcasing the potential for advanced technologies in sustainable energy projects.
ClassNK’s annual report on Port State Control sheds light on the state of PSC and highlights common detainable issues like fire safety deficiencies. With 419 PSC detentions in 2023, ClassNK is dedicated to eliminating substandard vessels through tools like ‘PrimeShip-PSC Intelligence.’ The report offers valuable insights for industry stakeholders seeking to enhance safety and compliance measures.
The 2024 edition of The Future of Maritime Safety Report by Inmarsat Maritime reveals a 7.6% decrease in GMDSS distress calls in 2023. Despite this improvement, challenges persist in maritime safety due to emerging risks from future fuels and geopolitical tensions. The report emphasizes the need for data sharing and collaborative solutions to enhance industry safety standards and practices.
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has banned the ship Darya Shaan due to known maintenance issues. AMSA alleges that the operator, Anglo-Eastern Ship Management (India), failed to report defects, leading to a 180-day ban. The vessel was found to have multiple maintenance issues, prompting AMSA to take strict enforcement actions.
BIO-UV Group secures a significant order from SIEM Ship Management for its innovative BIO-SEA Ballast Water Treatment Systems to be installed on three car carriers. The partnership showcases SIEM’s confidence in BIO-UV Group’s solutions, which deliver cost-effective, reliable, and environmentally friendly ballast water treatment for marine vessels.
New Zealand regulators have filed charges against the operator of a large inter-island ferry after a power failure. The charges came after an investigation and a critical report from the country’s Transport Accident Investigation Commission. The incident occurred in January 2023 as the ferry was approaching Wellington with 800 passengers and 80 crew aboard.
