Swedish Club reported an incident involving cargo discolouration discovered during loading operations. The case highlights issues related to cargo condition, documentation, and communication between stakeholders. What Happened A vessel loaded soya beans
Lessons Learned: Cargo Quality Issues on Bulk Carrier During Wheat Transport
A supramax bulk carrier transporting wheat for human consumption from a European port to a Middle Eastern port experienced cargo quality issues upon discharge. The report is based on official inspection findings
Lessons Learned: Safety Failures in Enclosed Space Operations
According to the Hong Kong Marine Department, a fatal accident occurred during fuel oil tank cleaning operations on board a multi-purpose dry cargo vessel anchored in Egyptian waters. What Happened A shore
Lessons Learned: Fatal Accident During Vessel Cargo Hold Maintenance
According to the Hong Kong Marine Department, a fatal accident occurred on board a bulk carrier during cargo hold cleaning operations. The incident highlights safety risks associated with working at height inside
Lessons Learned: Cargo Damage from Ship’s Sweat During Long Voyage
A vessel carrying maize experienced cargo damage during a voyage from Mexico to Southern Africa. The incident highlights the risks associated with fumigation practices and changing climatic conditions during long passages. What
Lessons Learned: Grounding Following Engine Shutdown in South Shore Canal
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) investigated a grounding incident involving a general cargo vessel in the South Shore Canal of the St. Lawrence Seaway, Quebec, on 22 August 2024. The
Lessons Learned: Urea Cargo Quality Dispute and Resolution
This case, reported by the Swedish Club, involved a cargo quality dispute during the discharge of urea at an African port. The incident centered on the alleged poor quality of the urea,
Steering Failure and Contact with Navigational Beacon
This report, issued by the Marine Safety Investigation Unit (MSIU), details a steering failure incident involving a container vessel in the Port of Melbourne on 25 May 2023. The event led to
Steering Failure and Contact with Navigational Beacon – Port of Melbourne, 25 May 2023
This report, issued by the Marine Safety Investigation Unit (MSIU), details a steering failure incident involving a container vessel in the Port of Melbourne on 25 May 2023. The event led to
Improper Handling Procedures Lead to Concrete Steel Pipe Damage
In a recent incident documented by the Swedish Club, a shipment of concrete steel pipes suffered significant damage during transit. The root cause was traced back to inadequate loading and unloading practices,
- Burn to Arm from Contact with Tumble Dryer
- Poor Handling and Weather Led to Cargo Rejection
- Wet Damage and Moisture Ingress Leads to Cargo Loss
- Self-Heating and Fire Incident During Unloading of Indonesian Cargo
- Lessons Learned: Importance of Cooling Cycle in Preventing Laundry Burns
- Fujairah Passage Collision Caused by VHF Miscommunication and Speed Non-Compliance