24 August 2026
Containership Fire: 2 dead, 1 injured at Port of Houston
Two crew members died, and another was injured when onboard containership fire broke out while moored in the Port of Houston.
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Engine Room Fires – 3 Causes & Prevention Tips
DNV has published a piece of technical news, focusing on how to identify engine room fires and take preventive measures accordingly.
V. Ships Container Ship 90-day Ban for Serious Maintenance Defects in Australia
AMSA issued a ban for the V.Ships container ship Big Lilly from Australian waters for 90 days, for serious safety and maintenance issues.
Panama Canal Congestion and New Measures to Handle It
The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) highlights the real congestion numbers at both ends of the waterway and advises measures to regulate it.
Fuel Discrepancies in 39% of Global Bunkers – New AI Study
FuelTrust’s most recent research uses AI-based technology to investigate fraudulent practices, fuel discrepancies, and inadequate supply chain management in the bunker fuel industry.
Seafarer Abuse: Almost 50% Increase From 2022
ISWAN’s helplines show that the reported seafarer abuse, bullying, harassment, or discrimination increased by almost 50% from the end of 2022.
New Marine Fire Solution for Boxships Initiative
Roughly one ship a week loses cargo through fire onboard and a new marine fire fighting technology accelerator initiative is hoping to fix it.
Iran Seized 2 Tankers in a Week Targeting US-Greece
Forces of Iran have seized 2 oil tankers. The one in the Strait of Hormuz, the second such incident in less than a week.
13 Abandoned Seafarers Got Free in Singapore
13 abandoned seafarers have made it home after more than 5 months aboard a livestock carrier ship, thanks to the intervention of the ITF.
Pirates Hit a 6k Tanker in the Gulf of Guinea
Pirates are believed to have boarded a 6,000DWT Singapore-owned product tanker in the Gulf of Guinea.