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Severe weather poses risks for ships in Gulf of Mexico, highlighted by recent accident The National Transportation Safety Board released a report on the L/B Robert, a jack-up vessel that was affected by a storm in the Gulf of Mexico in November 2022. The crew had evacuated due to adverse weather conditions, leaving the vessel unattended and raised out of the water. No injuries were reported, but the estimated damage was $6.9 million... -Crew MirrorPosted On:11-Jan-2024
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Luxury Cruise Ship Silver Moon Diverts from Red Sea Due to Changing Situation The luxury cruise ship Silver Moon has diverted away from the southern Red Sea, altering its current cruise itinerary and canceling upcoming cruises. The decision was made due to the changing situation in the region, with the ship now heading north to Egypt and potentially facing the cancellation of five months of scheduled cruises... -Crew MirrorPosted On:11-Jan-2024
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KVH Partners with Eutelsat OneWeb to Enhance LEO Connectivity for Vessels KVH Industries has partnered with Eutelsat OneWeb to offer LEO connectivity services for commercial and leisure vessels. With over 630 satellites in low earth orbit, OneWeb’s network aims to provide enterprise-grade broadband connectivity. This collaboration will enhance KVH’s existing hybrid services and deliver outstanding low-latency connectivity for mariners worldwide... -Crew MirrorPosted On:11-Jan-2024
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Seawork 2024: Careers Event for the Future of the Maritime Industry Seawork, in partnership with Maritime UK and the Solent LEP, is hosting a careers event on June 13, 2024. The European Commission emphasizes the need for investment in skills and career development in the Blue Economy. Testimonials from last year's event highlight the success and impact of the Careers Fair. Contact Seawork to participate... -Crew MirrorPosted On:11-Jan-2024
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Mercury Unveils Its Most Powerful Electric Outboard Boat Motors to Date Mercury Marine unveiled two new electric outboard motors at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Avator 75e and 110e are the company’s new largest electric outboards, offering more power for higher performance and larger vessels. The motors provide one to three hours of run-time per charge and are set to launch mid-2024... -Crew MirrorPosted On:11-Jan-2024
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Shortage of Mariners in the Maritime Industry: Retention and Recruiting Challenges A stubborn shortage of mariners has eased slightly from a year ago, but retention is a growing problem. The situation has worsened due to various reasons including the Covid-19 pandemic, decline in workforce, and new regulatory requirements. Maritime companies are getting creative to attract applicants, offering signing bonuses and more... -Crew MirrorPosted On:11-Jan-2024
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Need to realize the benefits of neurodiversity for seafarers Daniel Smith, Founder, and James Stockbridge, Co-Founder of NeurodiversAtSea, discuss why the industry should start talking about neurodiversity and neuroinclusion, especially considering its transitions to new fuels, technologies, and greater automation and autonomy. Given that the industry is at a technical and technological inflection point, there is a need for fresh minds as well as new skills, interests, and aptitudes... -SAFETY4SEAPosted On:11-Jan-2024
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Common Illnesses and Injuries Among Seafarers: Recent Report A new report from MedSea reveals the most common illnesses and injuries among seafarers. Covid-19 was the top affliction during the 2021-2022 period, with one in five cases. Musculoskeletal, dermatological, and gastrointestinal issues also ranked high. Injuries often required medical diversions, with hand injuries being the most frequent... -Crew MirrorPosted On:11-Jan-2024
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Shipping industry concerned over the re-emergence of Somali piracy War in Gaza has so far led to attacks on merchant vessels transiting the Red Sea, but some experts are also concerned about the spread of vessel attacks to Somali pirates operating in the Gulf of Aden and Arabian Sea region. Ominous signs of activity from Somali pirates, who it was thought had been suppressed by the agreement reached in 2009 known as the Djibouti Code of Conduct... -Seatrade Maritime NewsPosted On:11-Jan-2024
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Options for Retaliation Against Houthi Attacks in the Red Sea The U.S. and its allies are considering options for retaliation against escalating maritime attacks by Houthi fighters, balancing their determination to deter further aggression against the risk of a larger Middle East war. The Yemen-based Houthis launched their largest-ever missile and drone attack on ships in the Red Sea, challenging US and British forces... -Crew MirrorPosted On:11-Jan-2024
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Houthis Launch Largest Attack Yet on Merchant Shipping On Tuesday night, Iranian-backed Houthi rebels launched a massive attack on international shipping in the Red Sea, defying a series of warnings from the U.S, the UK and a small number of international partners. According to U.S. Central Command, Houthi militants launched a combination of antiship missiles, suicide drone UAVs and anti-ship ballistic missiles towards the shipping lanes,.. -The Maritime ExecutivePosted On:11-Jan-2024
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Global Container Ship Fleet Expected to Exceed 30 Million TEU The global container ship fleet is expected to exceed 30 million TEU in 2024 for the first time in history, with the delivery of 350 new container ships last year and an expected 478 more in 2024. Chinese shipyards lead in manufacturing, and the supply-demand imbalance may worsen... -Crew MirrorPosted On:11-Jan-2024
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