Transporting cargo by ship can be executed by a lot of shipowners from many countries. Still, when it comes to...The World of Project Cargo in SWZ|Maritime
Corrosion under the area covered by the seizing wire can cause breast lines to suddenly break. As seizing wires can...Breast Line Breaks Due to Corrosion – A Warning
Ports and port cities are confronted with the substantial challenge of striking a balance between the pressure on space as...Mapping the Port Innovation Ecosystem
One Hand for the Ship and One for Yourself
The adage ‘one hand for the ship and one for yourself’ reminds crew members to work with care. In a recent Mars Report, a small slip while carrying a heavy load caused a crew member...Read more
Europort Launches Underwater Works Pavilion
Maritime exhibition Europort is not just for the things that float. This year's edition of Europort will also feature a special area for visitors to focus on the challenging tasks undertaken by diving, inspection and...Read more
Seafarers Tempted to Silence Bridge Warnings Due to ‘Alarm Fatigue’
Frequently sounding bridge warnings, especially false ones, can create "alarm fatigue" and tempt deck officers to silence alarms without investigation. This was revealed by a survey conducted among masters and senior officers from a wide...Read more
CO2 Is in the DNA of the Dutch Seaports
The Dutch seaports have become large thanks to the refineries and chemical industry. CO2 emissions are inextricably linked to this oil-based technology and CO2 production is therefore in the DNA of the Dutch seaports. The...Read more
Life Boat Damaged after Sixteen-Metre Drop
Make a point of always checking the safety latches on the hooks of rescue boat davits. An open safety latch recently caused a lifeboat to fall sixteen metres down into the water causing damage to...Read more