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Mazagon Dock Secures Major Stake in Colombo Dockyard
Mumbai's Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) has acquired a 41.73% equity stake in Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard PLC, marking a key step in its international expansion. The acquisition, involving rights shares from Japan's Onomichi Dockyard, triggers a mandatory offer for CDPLC's shareholders, enhancing maritime collaboration between India and Sri Lanka... -Crew MirrorPosted On:23-Jan-2026
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Impact of Recent Attacks on Maritime Security Worldwide
This week’s maritime security report from Palaemon Maritime reveals a surge in incidents across Europe, the Americas, and Southeast Asia. Notable events include a missile attack on Chornomorsk Port in Ukraine, drone strikes on Greek-managed oil tankers, and U.S. forces seizing a Guyana-flagged tanker near Venezuela, highlighting escalating maritime threats... -Crew MirrorPosted On:23-Jan-2026
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Amsterdam Plans Full Ban on Ocean Cruise Ships by 2035
Amsterdam's coalition government is re-evaluating its stance on cruise ships, initially planning to limit their presence. Now, eliminating them entirely by 2035 is on the table due to rising pollution concerns. With environmental activists pushing for change, the city may restrict ocean-going ships to one per day starting in 2026... -Crew MirrorPosted On:23-Jan-2026
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SAMSA Monitors Crew Welfare on Detained Bulk Carrier Sea Lord
The South African Maritime Safety Authority (Samsa) is addressing seafarer welfare on the detained bulk carrier Sea Lord. Since November 14, the vessel has faced 42 deficiencies, including unpaid wages. Samsa, in collaboration with the International Transport Workers' Federation, is working to secure payments and provide humanitarian assistance... -Crew MirrorPosted On:23-Jan-2026
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CMA CGM Launches 400th Vessel: Methanol-Powered Monte Cristo
CMA CGM has achieved a significant milestone with the delivery of its 400th owned vessel, the CMA CGM Monte Cristo. This methanol-powered container ship, with a capacity of 16,204 TEU, is set to enhance the company's decarbonization strategy and will commence service on January 29, 2026... -Crew MirrorPosted On:23-Jan-2026
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ICS Launches Essential Deck Procedures Guide for Mariners
The International Chamber of Shipping has introduced the Deck Procedures Guide, enhancing maritime safety by focusing on deck operations. This comprehensive resource addresses cargo handling, mooring, and compliance with key regulations, featuring an interactive risk assessment tool and checklists. It aims to standardize best practices while accommodating specific organizational needs... -Crew MirrorPosted On:23-Jan-2026
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Global Seafarer Abandonment Soars to Over 6,200 in 2025, ITF Report
In 2025, seafarer abandonment surged to 6,223 cases across 410 ships, a 31% increase from the previous year, as per the ITF. Indian seafarers were hit hardest, with 1,125 cases. The ITF demands stricter regulations on ship ownership and calls for unified action to tackle this ongoing crisis... -Crew MirrorPosted On:23-Jan-2026
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Kenya’s Seafarers’ ID Delays Expose Critical Maritime Governance Flaws
The Kenyan government's delay in issuing Seafarers’ Identification Documents (SIDs) is threatening the employment of thousands of local seafarers. Fragmented maritime services across various departments complicate the process, highlighting deficiencies in governance. This situation demands a streamlined approach to support seafarers and enhance Kenya's position in the global maritime industry... -Crew MirrorPosted On:23-Jan-2026
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MAIB Report Reveals Safety Failures in Fatal Pilot Ladder Incident
On January 8, 2023, a pilot tragically died after falling from a ladder while boarding the cargo vessel Finnhawk in the Humber Estuary. The investigation revealed critical safety concerns, including the pilot's questionable fitness for duty and defects in recovery equipment, prompting calls for improved safety measures and protocols... -Crew MirrorPosted On:23-Jan-2026
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Ferry Found Compliant with Safety Rules Amidst Tragic Losses
Coroner Monica Chow Wai-cho indicated that the choice to exclude a watertight door from the Lamma IV was deliberate, labeling the resulting deaths as "unlawful." This decision, linked to a significant inquiry, has left families of the victims pushing for further justice, citing ignored design flaws in the ferry's construction... -Crew MirrorPosted On:23-Jan-2026
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