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How Rogue Waves Strike and Leave Ships All at Sea
The mysterious and damaging energy of rogue waves, utilizing the tragic losses of the MS München and MV Derbyshire as…
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Deadly Crane Incident Highlights Maritime Safety Risks
A tragic incident occurred when a crew member was crushed by a shifting gantry crane onboard a vessel. This report,…
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Lessons Learned: Cargo Vessel Steering Failure Results in Contact with Moored Ship
This report, based mostly on findings from the Nationwide Transportation Security Board (NTSB), summarizes a marine collision involving a cargo…
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Lessons Learned: Urea Cargo Quality Dispute and Resolution
This case, reported by the Swedish Membership, concerned a cargo high quality dispute in the course of the discharge of…
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Steering Failure and Contact with Navigational Beacon
This report, issued by the Marine Security Investigation Unit (MSIU), particulars a steering failure incident…
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Improper Handling Procedures Lead to Concrete Steel Pipe Damage
In a current incident documented by the Swedish Membership, a cargo of concrete metal pipes suffered important harm throughout transit.…
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Burn to Arm from Contact with Tumble Dryer
The Marine Security Discussion board has issued a security alert during which a crew member sustained a minor burn. The…
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Poor Handling and Weather Led to Cargo Rejection
The Swedish Membership’s Casebook highlights a real-life incident involving broken and rejected metal cargo. What…
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Lessons Learned: Cargo Damage During Loading and Voyage
A latest incident reported by the Swedish Membership concerned cargo injury in the course of…
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Spontaneous Combustion of Soya Beans Sparks Fire at Anchor
The Swedish Membership’s Casebook highlights a notable incident involving soya beans that self-ignited after a number of months at anchor.…
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