Are your firefighting foam concentrates PFOS-free?
From January 1, 2026, all ships must comply with the IMO ban on the use of PFOS-based firefighting foam concentrates, in accordance with the amended SOLAS Chapter II-2 and the HSC Codes. PFOS, once prized for its performance, is now banned due to serious environmental and health risks such as persistent pollution, bioaccumulation, and toxicity. […]
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When Should Ports Intervene in Ship Emergencies—and Why It Concerns Every Seafarer?
An old but crucial question has resurfaced in the maritime industry: when is a port obligated to intervene if a vessel encounters technical problems, a risk of accident, or a potential environmental hazard? In practice, port decisions vary widely. Some ports act immediately—detaining the vessel, requiring repairs, or inviting an inspection. Others, fearing delays, reputational […]
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An Electrician’s Eye Injury Due to an Electric Arc
Onboard a vessel, an Electrician to Operate (ETO) suffered an “arc-eye” burn due to an electric arc flash while disconnecting the shore power cable. He reportedly turned off the breaker on shore and began disconnecting the cable from the ship’s power outlet.However, upon removing the plug, he discovered that the cable was still energized on […]
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Speed and Position Sensor Malfunction #HiMSEN DF:
During DG operation, the “Speed and Position Sensor 3 Malfunction” alarm was triggered several times in both the IAS and HIMSEN PC. After checking, the crew confirmed: 🟢 All SE123 sensor cables were connected correctly.🟢 The air gap was within specifications (1.5–2.0 mm).🟢 The sensor is still faulty. Actions taken: The faulty sensor [JAQUET DSF1210.01A1HV] […]
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Cybersecurity on Ships: The New Fleet Reality
Digitalization makes shipping more efficient, but it also increases risks: one in three ships has critical vulnerabilities. A single infected flash drive or phishing email can disable navigation, communications, or control systems. 📌 All types of vessels are vulnerable, from trawlers and tugs to bulk carriers with legacy systems—any vessel where IT and OT networks […]
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