The Bermuda Shipping and Maritime Authority announces the extension of MARPOL Annex VI and BWM Convention to Bermuda by the UK.
Changes to the UK GMDSS training and certification process
UK MCA published MIN 716 (M+F), introducing changes to the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) process in the UK.
Marshall Islands issues advisory on increased maritime risks due to geopolitical conflict in Syria
The Republic of the Marshall Islands issued an advisory on maritime risks due to the ongoing geopolitical conflict in Syria.
Panama issues circular on reporting occupational accidents under MLC, 2006
The Panama Maritime Authority has issued MMC-274, providing detailed instructions on reporting occupational accidents, injuries, and diseases.
UK issues updates on IMSBC and IMDG codes for 2023-2024
UK MCA published MIN 715 M announcing updates to two critical international maritime codes: IMSBC (07-23) and IMDG (42-24).
Canada’s transition from TERMPOL to the Navigation Safety Assessment Process (NSAP)
Transport Canada has issued a bulletin informing the marine community that Canada has signed a reciprocal arrangement with Brunei Darussalam.
Marshall Islands: Russian oil reporting requirements for tank vessels
The Republic of the Marshall Islands issues advisory on Russian Price Cap Policy, detailing reporting requirements for registered tank vessels.
St. Vincent and the Grenadines issued a revised circular on ship recycling compliance
SVG Maritime Administration has released updated Circular GEN 024 on ship recycling, outlining compliance and safety requirements.
Updated security training requirements for seafarers on Liberian-flagged vessels
Marine Operations Note 04/2024 by Liberia Maritime Authority updates security training requirements for seafarers per 2010 STCW Manila Amendments.
Liberia: Retroactive SOLAS requirements for passenger ships
Liberia Maritime Authority announces new SOLAS safety requirements for existing passenger ships, effective by the first survey after Jan 1, 2028.
Australia's NSCV update: watertight and weathertight integrity
Australian Maritime Safety Authority has issued NSCV Part C, Section 2 (Edition 1.1), outlining requirements for commercial vessel integrity.
Canada signs reciprocal arrangement with Brunei for recognition of STCW certificates
Transport Canada has issued a bulletin informing the marine community that Canada has signed a reciprocal arrangement with Brunei Darussalam.
Liberia issues advisory on SEEMP audits and deadline extension
Liberia Maritime Authority issues advisory on SEEMP implementation and audits under the 2021 Revised MARPOL Annex VI regulations.
- Cyprus issues comprehensive maritime security guidelines
- U.S. Coast Guard updates to four-digit VHF channel numbers
- Panama updates marine notice MMN-05/2022 on authorized ASI inspectors
- Liberia’s safety requirements for non-SOLAS vessels
- Commencement of the DAFF Maritime Waste Recycling Pilot (DMWRP)
- Marshall Islands advisory: Preventing fatalities from falls on vessels
- Canada issues 2024 bulletin on protecting killer whales
- Isle of Man issues notice on MLC amendments for connectivity and internet access