NTSB transcripts from the Dali containership reveal persistent technical alarms, communication lapses, and missed warnings in the hours before the vessel’s power loss and fatal collision with Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, underscoring one of the most devastating maritime accidents in recent U.S. history.
The Washington State Ferry M/V Wenatchee has become the largest U.S. passenger ferry to be converted to hybrid-electric power, following an extensive 21-month project by Vigor Marine Seattle. The upgrade marks a major step toward cleaner, more sustainable ferry operations.
A new study from Cardiff University exposes rising fatigue and inadequate medical care among cargo ship seafarers, with over a third reporting insufficient sleep and many lacking access to qualified medical personnel.
The Dredge Oregon has launched its 2025 season on the Columbia River, removing sediment to keep the navigation channel open for commercial vessels and supporting thousands of regional jobs and businesses.
In 2024, global vessel losses hit a record low, but the maritime industry faces new challenges such as cyber threats, geopolitical tensions, and a surge in fire incidents, according to Allianz Commercial’s latest Safety and Shipping Review.
The Port of Vancouver USA is extending the NW Lower River Road bike and pedestrian pathway, with construction on Segments 4 and 5 beginning this summer. The new trail will enhance connectivity, safety, and environmental stewardship in the region.
The NTSB’s investigation into the City of Louisville grounding on the Mississippi River underscores the risks of leaving the helm unattended and stresses the need for operational pilothouse alerter systems and robust safety protocols.
The container ship NCL Salten ran aground only meters from a cabin near Trondheim, Norway, prompting an investigation into possible technical failure or human error.
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is investigating vessel flagging practices, focusing on the growing use of flags of convenience and their potential negative impact on U.S. shipping trade, safety, and security. Stakeholders are invited to submit comments during the 90-day review period.
MAN Energy Solutions is set to deliver the world’s most powerful two-stroke methanol engine, the MAN B&W 12G95ME-C10.5-LGIM, in June 2025. This milestone engine, built by CSSC-MES Diesel Co., Ltd., will power a new generation of ultra-large container vessels and supports the maritime industry’s shift toward carbon-neutral propulsion.
