Hot Work Offshore: Where Risks Most Often Occur
Hot work—welding, cutting, grinding—remains one of the most dangerous operations on ships and offshore facilities. The problem is often not the work itself, but preparation and supervision. Incidents occur when hot operations become routine. Permits are formally issued, the area is cleared “by eye,” and risk assessments are conducted only once—before work begins. However, conditions […]
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China fines ship for using Starlink for the first time
Chinese authorities have fined a foreign vessel for using Starlink satellite internet in the country’s territorial waters for the first time. The violation was discovered during a port inspection: the Starlink terminal remained active after the vessel entered Chinese waters. Starlink is not licensed in China, and its operation violates national telecommunications and data transmission […]
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Revolut is closing Ukrainian accounts due to legal requirements.
Users are advised to withdraw funds within 60 days. After closure, they will no longer be able to top up their accounts, make card payments, or withdraw cash from ATMs. All open positions in cryptocurrency and metals must be sold before the account closure date. Seamen’s Club 🇺🇦 | #news
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Ukrainians Abroad Required to Declare Income Received Abroad – RBC – Ukraine
The State Tax Service of Ukraine announced planned changes to tax controls. This applies to sailors who work abroad, receive income in foreign currency, or are registered as sole proprietors. The key points in simple terms: ▪️ Income AbroadIf you are a tax resident of Ukraine, income received abroad is subject to declaration. If taxes […]
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A merchant vessel repelled an armed attack off the coast of Yemen.
In the Gulf of Aden, off the coast of Yemen, a Liberian-flagged merchant vessel was attacked while transiting a dangerous area of the Red Sea. The incident occurred in early December 2025. According to maritime security authorities, a small boat carrying armed men approached the vessel at high speed. The attackers opened fire with small […]
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