Risk Assessments: First Step to PPE Use

  • PPE is a key risk control measure but should be the last resort after other control methods.
  • Proper PPE selection, training, and maintenance are critical for worker safety.
  • Employers must integrate PPE with proactive safety measures for comprehensive protection.

In supply chain operations, PPE is essential for managing risks, protecting workers from injuries, and meeting regulatory requirements. Employers must know when and how to require PPE to ensure workplace safety, reports TT Club.

Risk...

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Dark fleet suspect arrested in Miami

Taskin Torlak, a 37-year old Turkish national, was arrested in Miami, Nov. 2, and is currently being held in the Miami Federal Detention Center. He has been charged with conspiring to violate U.S. sanctions in a dark fleet scheme to transport oil from Venezuela for the benefit of Petróleos de Venezuela, S.A. (PdVSA), Venezuela’s state-owned oil and natural gas company.

Torlak was arrested as he attempted to depart the United States to return to Turkey. He is charged by complaint with one count...

https://www.marinelog.com/news/dark-fleet-suspect-arrested-in-miami/

Dali owner and operator will pay $102M to settle U.S. claim

U.S. files $100M claim against Dali owner and operator

The U.S. Department of Justice Department has announced that Grace Ocean Private Limited and Synergy Marine Private Limited, the Singaporean corporations that owned and operated the containership Dali, have agreed to pay $101,980,000 to resolve the civil claim brought by the U.S. for costs borne in responding to the catastrophic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge after it was struck by the ship.

The settlement resolves the United...

https://www.marinelog.com/uncategorized/dali-owner-and-operator-will-pay-102m-to-settle-u-s-claim/

Britannia Club: B/L Pitfalls and Solutions

The bill of lading (B/L) serves as a crucial document in maritime shipping, fulfilling the functions of a title of ownership, receipt for goods, and contract of carriage. Accurate completion and handling of the B/L are essential to mitigate the carrier’s liability for cargo-related claims, reports Britannia P&I Club.

Clean Bills of Lading

A clean B/L, indicating that the goods were received in apparent good condition, is often required by banking institutions for credit purposes. However, issuing...

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OFAC targets more companies, ships and captains with links to al-Jamal network

The Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) yesreday sanctioned eighteen companies, individuals, and vessels for their ties to Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF)-backed Houthi financial official Sa’id al-Jamal and his network. Included in this action are the captains of vessels transporting illicit oil as well as the companies that managed and operated these ships.

The revenue from al-Jamal’s network continues to enable Houthi attacks in the...

https://www.marinelog.com/legal/safety-and-security/ofac-targets-more-companies-ships-and-captains-with-links-to-al-jamal-network/

Financial Risks of Guaranteeing Transit Times in High-Value Cargo Transport

  • Transporting rare and high-value cargo requires specialized security measures and adherence to specific guidelines to minimize risks.
  • Club rules (19.17.8.5) outline prohibited recovery for loss of rare and valuable cargo unless prior approval is obtained.
  • Ad-Valorem Bills of Lading can affect liability limitations, necessitating careful consideration of carrier documents.

Transporting rare, valuable, and high-value cargo demands more than just standard shipping procedures; it requires a...

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Mooring Line Accident on Algoma Integrity Leads to Fatality

On 21 October 2018, while the Algoma Integrity was mooring at the Morton Salt terminal in The Bahamas, a mooring line fouled the propeller, leading to a fatal incident. During the recovery of the fouled line, another mooring line under extreme tension snapped, severely injuring an ordinary seafarer, who later died despite immediate medical attention. The accident was caused by a sudden change to the mooring plan, leaving a single line under significant strain. The seafarer, unaware he was...

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Marlink: Maritime cyber threats up sharply in 2024

cover of maritime cyber threat report

Maritime information and communications technology specialist Marlink has released the latest global maritime cyber threat report produced by its Security Operations Center (SOC).

The report, based on data gathered during the first half of 2024, demonstrates the changing tactics of cyber criminals, who are increasingly attempting to bypass previously effective security controls using new tools.

Marlink’s maritime SOC actively monitored more than 1,800 vessels in the first half of 2024, including...

https://www.marinelog.com/legal/safety-and-security/marlink-maritime-cyber-threats-up-sharply-in-2024/

Cybersecurity Alerts Surge by 170% in 2024

  • Cyber threats in maritime operations are growing, driven by increasing connectivity and geopolitical tensions.
  • Marlink reports a spike in cyber alerts from 100,000 in January 2024 to 270,000 in April 2024, showing heightened attack frequency.
  • Phishing schemes and control system attacks dominate, with the maritime sector requiring a proactive, multilayered defense approach.

Cyber threats to maritime operations are rapidly increasing, especially as ships become more connected for operational...

https://mfame.guru/cybersecurity-alerts-surge-by-170-in-2024/

MMS Calls for Better Malaria Prevention Among Seafarers

  • Seafarers contracting malaria due to neglecting protective measures and medication.
  • Marine Medical Solutions emphasizes the need for preventative measures and rapid diagnostic tests for malaria.
  • Mpox and Sloth fever currently pose limited risks, but vigilance remains essential for seafarers.

Marine Medical Solutions (MMS) notes that proper preventative measures, such as wearing long sleeves, using mosquito repellent, and taking prescribed medications, can reduce malaria cases significantly...

https://mfame.guru/mms-calls-for-better-malaria-prevention-among-seafarers/