Boat owners in Tanzania’s Kagera and Geita regions are urging authorities to halt mid-water inspections on Lake Victoria, citing safety risks during rough weather. These inspections disrupt vital transport services to inhabited islands, threatening livelihoods. Stakeholders advocate for inspections at ports instead, balancing safety with regulatory needs amid ongoing frustrations.
A civilian cargo ship, NS PRIDE, flagged in Belize, was damaged by an explosion near Ukraine’s Odesa region. Fortunately, the crew remained unharmed. This incident underscores ongoing tensions in the area, raising concerns about the safety of maritime vessels navigating conflict zones amid significant military activity.
The Q2 2025 Seafarers Happiness Index shows a significant rise in well-being scores, climbing to 7.54 from 6.98 in Q1. This recovery follows a low of 5.85 in May 2022. While improved morale stems from better food and camaraderie, serious safety concerns, including dangerous working conditions, persist.
Seafarers on ferries from Patras and Igoumenitsa will strike for 48 hours on June 3-4, citing chronic understaffing that jeopardizes safety and worsens working conditions. The Panhellenic Maritime Federation (PNO) criticized the government and employers for failing to address crew shortages, emphasizing the urgent need for improved staffing and working conditions.
According to a report, the Solong departed from Grangemouth in Scotland carrying various products, including some designated as dangerous, en route to Rotterdam. The collision with the Stena Immaculate occurred the next day, with the Solong traveling at a speed of 16 knots. Both vessels lacked a dedicated lookout on the bridge, contributing to the incident.
A maritime accident involving the U.S.-flagged chemical tanker Stena Immaculate and the Portuguese-flagged container vessel Solong off the coast of Britain has raised concerns. The collision, on March 10, 2025, caused significant damage and both ships were still burning the next day. Investigators are looking into the cause, with one sailor suspected to be deceased.
An In-Depth Look at Seafarers’ Mental Health Working at sea may seem like an adventure, but beneath the surface lies…
