Angus Mitchell

Ineffective bridge resource management seen in bulker grounding

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) says, in a just released investigation report, that ineffective bridge resource management contributed to the grounding of a bulk carrier in the Port of Bunbury, Western Australia

The grounding occurred on April 22, 2023 as the 229 meter long, Isle of Man-registered bulk carrier World Diana, managed by OSM Ship Management, was departing Bunbury under the conduct of a harbor pilot, with two tugs assisting.

After being moved off its berth, the ship had...

https://www.marinelog.com/legal/safety-and-security/ineffective-bridge-resource-management-seen-in-bulker-grounding/

Bringing an independent lens to bear

Pictured: Angus Mitchell, CEO of the ATSB. Photo supplied by the ATSB.

By Angus Mitchell, Chief Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer, Australian Transport Safety Bureau.

Mr Mitchell writes:

The responsibility for the investigation of shipping accidents and incidents that occur within Australian waters or involve Australian-flagged vessels has rested with the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) since its formation in 1999, with the amalgamation of the former Maritime Accident...

https://www.shippingaustralia.com.au/bringing-an-independent-lens-to-bear/

Angus Mitchell takes the top job at the ATSB

Pictured: Angus Mitchell. Photo credit: ATSB.

Angus Mitchell has been appointed as the next Chief Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer at the Australian Transport Safety Bureau.

He will begin his five-year term on 2 September 2021, succeeding Greg Hood, who retired on 30 June.

“As the incoming Chief Commissioner I am excited to bring my 30 years’ of professional experience to help the ATSB continue to evolve as a global leader in transport safety investigation, research and analysis, and...

https://www.shippingaustralia.com.au/angus-mitchell-takes-the-top-job-at-the-atsb/