India Seizes Dark Fleet Tankers for the First Time – Three Vessels Delivered to Mumbai
The Indian Coast Guard conducted the country’s first-ever operation against the so-called “dark fleet,” seizing three oil tankers suspected of participating in an international oil smuggling scheme. The vessels were intercepted in waters off the country’s west coast and escorted to Mumbai for further investigation. According to Indian authorities, the vessels regularly changed identities and […]
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The Shipping Administration of Ukraine has a new interim head.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has appointed Yuriy Kononenko as acting head of the State Service of Maritime and Inland Waterway Transport and Shipping of Ukraine (Shipping Administration). According to Government Order No. 131-r of February 6, 2026, Kononenko will serve as acting head from February 10, 2026, until a new head is appointed […]
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Western detentions force sanctioned tankers to return to the Russian flag.
The intensification of physical detentions and inspections of tankers by Western states is leading to noticeable changes in the structure of the “shadow fleet.” According to analysts, dozens of vessels that previously used fictitious or temporary flags have begun returning to the Russian registry to restore legal protection at sea. 📍 After a series of […]
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Transferring from expeditionary to passenger ships is a real opportunity for officers and ratings!
Today, more and more seafarers who have worked on expedition ships are considering a transfer to the passenger fleet. And this is truly an excellent opportunity—after all, your experience already meets many of the cruise line’s requirements. 🌍 🗣 Why expeditionary seafarers are in demand: 🟠Experience working in challenging climatic and navigational conditions🟠Understanding of service […]
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Basic Safety Not Linked to a Single Center: The Shipping Administration Provided Clarification
Amendments to the STCW Code, in accordance with IMO Resolution MSC.560(108), entered into force on January 1, 2026. In this regard, the Shipping Administration announced that existing safety certificates remain valid only if additional training is completed in accordance with the new requirements. On January 8, 2026, the Maritime Transport Workers’ Union of Ukraine contacted […]
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