Transport Malta’s Marine Safety Investigation Unit (MSIU) issued an investigation report on a man overboard incident involving the Maltese-registered bulk carrier ‘Seastar Endeavour’ in the North Sea Deep Water Route, on 20
Lessons Learned: Anchor-Handling Failure Leading to Gas-Release Incident
The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) investigated a gas-release incident in the Gulf of Mexico. The case highlights anchor-handling risks during offshore operations and provides lessons to improve planning, communication,
Lessons Learned: Hand Injury During Routine Waste Disposal on Tanker
An incident occurred on board a tanker underway in fair weather conditions. The case was reported by The Nautical Institute and involved a crew member sustaining hand injuries during routine waste disposal.
Lessons Learned: Undocumented Steam System Modification Leads to Safety Risk
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) investigated an incident involving crew injuries during maintenance on an oil tanker about 60 km east of Sydney, New South Wales, on 6 May 2025. The
Auxiliary Boiler Malfunction Leading to Crew Injuries
This report is based on the safety investigation conducted by the Marine Safety Investigation Unit (MSIU) regarding a boiler furnace blowback incident that occurred on 31 January 2018, approximately 30 nautical miles
Case Study: Auxiliary Boiler Malfunction Leading to Crew Injuries
This report is based on the safety investigation conducted by the Marine Safety Investigation Unit (MSIU) regarding a boiler furnace blowback incident that occurred on 31 January 2018, approximately 30 nautical miles
Impact Damage from Mooring Line Failure at Exposed Berth
This incident summary is based on findings from the Bundesstelle für Seeunfalluntersuchung (BSU) and the Britannia P&I Club case study. It describes the uncontrolled drift of a car carrier following the parting
Lessons Learned: Bulk Soya Bean Cargo Damage During Long Anchorage Delay
This incident was reported by the Swedish Club and concerns cargo damage involving bulk soya beans carried on a vessel sailing from Brazil to China. What Happened A vessel loaded bulk soya
Lessons Learned: Cargo Pump Shutdown Linked to Vibration Fatigue
An incident involving an uncoordinated emergency shutdown during tanker cargo operations was reported and analyzed by IMCA (International Marine Contractors Association). What Happened During cargo discharging at a terminal, all cargo pumps
Lessons Learned: Handling Discoloured Beans in Bulk Shipping
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
- Lessons Learned: Safety Failures in Enclosed Space Operations
- Lessons Learned: Fatal Accident During Vessel Cargo Hold Maintenance
- Lessons Learned: Cargo Damage from Ship’s Sweat During Long Voyage
- Lessons Learned: Grounding Following Engine Shutdown in South Shore Canal
- Lessons Learned: Urea Cargo Quality Dispute and Resolution

