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Why “It Still Moves” Is a Dangerous Standard Introduction — hydraulics fail progressively, not catastrophically Hydraulic systems on yachts power some of the most critical functions onboard: steering, stabilisers, thrusters,…
1. Grounding – Immediate Actions & Decision-Making Introduction Grounding is one of the most serious navigational incidents that a ship can face. The immediate actions taken by the…
How ships really get detained — and how professionals prevent it Contents Use the links below to jump to any section: 1. What Port State Control Actually Is…
Maritime Security in Practice The International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code was established following the tragic events of September 11, 2001, and is designed to enhance…
Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Regulations The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) is the cornerstone of maritime safety law, primarily designed to…
Root Cause Analysis in Incident Investigations Contents Use the links below to jump to any section: 1. Introduction – Why Root Cause Analysis Is Key to Prevention Root…
How to learn from mistakes without repeating them Contents Use the links below to jump to any section: 1. Introduction – The Importance of Learning from Incidents In…