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An investigation was being underway into an explosion on the 'Olivia' in Bluff that has seen a bulk carrier placed under a partial protection order by transport investigators, temporarily preventing it from leaving New Zealand. Three crew members were injured in the incident on the morning of May 24. Four fire trucks had responded to the alert, which was received shortly after 3 .a.m, and assisted ambulance crews with getting the injured off the ship. Hato Hone St John transported the injured crew members to Southland Hospital in Invercargill, two in serious condition and one in a moderate condition. The Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC) was investigating the incident as a serious marine casualty as required under international maritime regulations- The ship will be unable to leave port until the investigation is finished. The order gave TAIC the power to protect and restrict access, and to require people provide papers, documents, records or other items, including voyage and engine data, recording equipment, the boiler and boiler system, and videos and photos taken by the crew. While it did not apply to the entire ship, apart from from urgent safety actions, obeying the order meant the crew cannot operate the boiler system, voyage data system, effectively marooning the ship at the South Port. The three investigators deployed on MAy 25 included experts in ship control and command, engineering and digital data extraction and analysis. The team conducted interviews and collected physical and digital evidence, and wrapped up the on-site investigation on May 28. Different lines of inquiry will be followed over the next few months, with work in later stages - particularly during analysis - potentially requiring further evidence collection. The investigation would determine the broader circumstances and cause, but TAIC investigations did not ascribe blame or liability. The TAIC investigations can take two years or longer to complete. Report with photos: https://www.thepress.co.nz/nz-news/360707271/investigation-bluff-boat-explosion-may-see-carrier-untouched-years

The Russian captain Vladimir Motin, 59, of the 'Solong', which collided with the oil tanker 'Stena Immaculate', resulting in the death of a crew member, Angelo Pernia, a 38-year-old Filipino, appeared in court on Ma 30 for "involuntary manslaughter due to gross negligence." During this hearing before the Central Criminal Court of England and Wales, known as the Old Bailey, in London. Motin was expected to declare his guilty plea, which will determine whether a trial will take place. Motin pleaded not guilty and was remanded in custody until trial. Assisted by a Russian interpreter, Motin earlier confirmed his identity before he entered his plea at London's Central Criminal Court via video link from prison.A further case management hearing has been set for Sept 10. A trial date has been set for Jan 12, 2026. Vladimir Motin, originally from St. Petersburg, has been detained since the accident. In April, Motin appeared by videoconference before a judge, who then decided to postpone the hearing on the suspect's guilt due to the lack of a Russian interpreter available.

The 'NCL Salten' was towed to the Fosen Shipyard at Kvithylla in Fosen on May 30 at 8 a.m. As t is not seaworthy due to the bottom damage, two assistance tugs were required. In addition, one of the ship's propellers was full of clay due to the grounding. The voyage across the fjord from Orkanger to Fosen was expected to take about one hour. It was not clear how long the ship will remain in the shipyard. The Norwegian Maritime Authority's investigations have shown that the bridge watch system was turned off when the ship ran aground at Byneset.

As of May 29, the affected parties were involved in preparing to salvage the 'Ali Aykin', which, hjowever, may take longer. The positiion of the grounded ship remained unchanged (55° 32' N 012° 46' E). The salvage operation can only begin when the salvage plan has been approved by the Swedish Coast Guard. The Coast Guard has prepared for a possible environmental response operation, as it cannot be ruled out that oil will leak when the salvage work begins.The 'Ali Aykin' remained stable aground. The two criminal investigations into drunkenness at sea and gross negligence in maritime traffic were ongoing.

During the recent days of late May, 2025, at least a half-dozen sanctioned LNG carriers have received permits to sail Russia’s Northern Sea Route during the summer months. The vessels were including the last summer’s shadow fleet carriers 'Arctic Metagas' (ex-'Everest Energy') and 'Arctic Mulan' (ex-'Mulan'), as well as the recently-reflagged and sanctioned tanker 'Iris' (ex-'North Sky'), 'Buran' (ex-'North Air'), 'Voskhod (ex-'North Mountain'), and 'Zarya' (ex-'North Way'). In total, almost 30 LNG tankers have now been granted permits to travel through Russia’s Arctic waters in the coming months. Among them are at least six conventional gas tankers without any ice-class. The bulk of the fleet remained unsanctioned and was operating legally, carrying liquefied gas from the Yamal LNG project.

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A fire broke out from a container that was washed ashore at Sakthikulangara on the suburbs of Kollam on the afternoon of May 29 and has triggered panic in Kollam. The foam material in the container caught fire while it was being cut using electric cutters. Electric sparks from the cutter were suspected to have caused the fire. Thick dark smoke emanated. Nearby fire fighters quickly put out the flames. Meanwhile, the Kerala government has declared the wreckage of the ship in the Arabian sea as a state specific disaster. The move is aimed at intensifying the steps to address environmental impacts proposed by the wreckage. State disaster management funds could be used for the relief works. Around 50 containers already washed ashore, Te containers that were said to be containing hazardous cargo and calcium carbide were yet to be traced and have probably sunk. Volunteers were engaged to remove the plastic pellets that were washed ashore mostly in the coastal areas of Thiruvananthapuram. While a conclusive report on the reason for the accident was yet to come, preliminary assumption was that defects in the ballast system that maintains in the ship's balance led to the sinking. The Kerala government will file compensation claims for the damages caused to the state by the accident.

The Russian captain Vladimir Motin, 59, of the 'Solong', which collided with the oil tanker 'Stena Immaculate', resulting in the death of a crew member, Angelo Pernia, a 38-year-old Filipino, appeared in court on Ma 30 for "involuntary manslaughter due to gross negligence." During this hearing before the Central Criminal Court of England and Wales, known as the Old Bailey, in London. Motin was expected to declare his guilty plea, which will determine whether a trial will take place. Motin pleaded not guilty and was remanded in custody until trial. Assisted by a Russian interpreter, Motin earlier confirmed his identity before he entered his plea at London's Central Criminal Court via video link from prison.A further case management hearing has been set for Sept 10. A trial date has been set for Jan 12, 2026. Vladimir Motin, originally from St. Petersburg, has been detained since the accident. In April, Motin appeared by videoconference before a judge, who then decided to postpone the hearing on the suspect's guilt due to the lack of a Russian interpreter available.

On May 26, 2025, at around 1:50 p.m.the 'Emte', en route from Bützfleth to Ludwigshafen, was in collision with another barge on the Elbe-Lateral-Canal near Stüde (Sassenburg, Gifhorn district). The loaded vessels were sailing in opposite directions on the waterway. The helmsman of the northbound vessel brought his stern too close to the starboard bank. Due to an incorrect maneuver, the bow of the vessel then veered into the path of the oncoming vessel, resulting in the collision. Both ships sustained significant damage and also water ingress. The canal had to be closed for approximately two hours, while the accident was investigated. No one was injured. The damage was estimated to be at approximately €150,000. The Scharnebeck Water Police has initiated an investigation. The ship berthed in Braunschweig on May 27 and in Salzgitter on May 29. Reports with photos: https://www.braunschweiger-zeitung.de/niedersachsen/gifhorn/article409119087/wassereinbruch-nach-schiffsunfall-auf-gifhorns-elbeseitenkanal.html https://www.az-online.de/isenhagener-land/gifhorn/schiffsunfall-auf-dem-elbe-seiten-kanal-keine-verletzten-hoher-sachschaden-93753782.html

Footage released by the US Coast Guard has captured the sound of the submersible 'Titan' imploding during its last journey to the wreck of the 'Titanic' in June 2023. Wendy Rush, the wife of OceanGate's chief executive Stockton Rush, asked "what was that bang?" as she unknowingly heard the moment the 'Titan' cracked. The USCG believes the noise - which sounded like a door slamming - was the sound of the implosion reaching the surface of the ocean.. The footage released by the US Coast Guard (USCG) shows her, attempting to contact those on board the vessel during its final descent wiith operator and OceanGate founder Mr Rush, British adventurer Hamish Harding, French deep sea explorer Paul-Henri Nargeolet, and Pakistani businessman Shahzada Dawood and his 19-year-old son Suleman on board. In the footage, OceanGate director Mrs Rush and colleague Gary Foss can be seen, tracking the 'Titan's descent, from the 'Polar Prince'. Moments later, Mrs Rush receives a message from the sub saying it had dropped two weights. The team assumed the 'Titan' was continuing its descent, but investigators would later believe the delayed message was sent prior to the sub failing. The footage has been presented as evidence to the USCG Marine Board of Investigation as part of its probe into the incident. A final report will be released following its completion. OceanGate suspended all exploration and commercial operations in July 2023. Report with video: https://news.sky.com/story/ship-footage-captures-sound-of-titan-submersible-imploding-13373147

During the recent days of late May, 2025, at least a half-dozen sanctioned LNG carriers have received permits to sail Russia’s Northern Sea Route during the summer months. The vessels were including the last summer’s shadow fleet carriers 'Arctic Metagas' (ex-'Everest Energy') and 'Arctic Mulan' (ex-'Mulan'), as well as the recently-reflagged and sanctioned tanker 'Iris' (ex-'North Sky'), 'Buran' (ex-'North Air'), 'Voskhod (ex-'North Mountain'), and 'Zarya' (ex-'North Way'). In total, almost 30 LNG tankers have now been granted permits to travel through Russia’s Arctic waters in the coming months. Among them are at least six conventional gas tankers without any ice-class. The bulk of the fleet remained unsanctioned and was operating legally, carrying liquefied gas from the Yamal LNG project.

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On May 28, 2025, the 'Spring' was detained in Novorossiysk with 14 deficiencies: 1) Labour conditions - Cleanliness of engine room Not as required 2) Labour conditions - Entry dangerous areas Unsafe 3) Labour conditions - Protection machines/parts Not as required 4) Labour conditions - Electrical Not as required 5) Labour conditions - Personal equipment Not as required 6) Fire safety - Jacketed high pressure lines and oil leakage alarm Not as required 7) Fire safety - Fire detection and alarm system Not as required 8)) Fire safety - Fire fighting equipment and appliances Not as required 9) Propulsion and auxiliary machinery - Propulsion main engine Not as required 10) Safety of navigation - Lights, shapes and sound signals Not as required 11) Life saving Appliances - Lifeboats Not properly maintained ' 12) Radio communications - Facilities for reception of marine safety inform Not as required 13) Emergency systems - Emergency fire pump and its pipes Not as required 14) Labour conditions - Ropes and wires Not as required The vessel was released again on May 30. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063576908591

Warships and helicopters have been deployed to the Scottish coast by the Royal Navy after the Russian spy ship 'Yuri Ivanov' was spotted. The HMS 'Dragon' was tasked with monitoring the intelligence gathering vessel, as it loitered in waters off the Outer Hebrides following the completion of the major NATO exercise Formidable Shield. The destroyer also launched its Merlin helicopter to collect information.The 'Yuri Ivanov' eventually scurried home to its base in the Arctic. The Operation Formidable Shield was a NATO naval exercise focused on integrated air and missile defense, suring which the Royal Navy successfully intercepted a supersonic missile off the coast of Scotland. The incident with the 'Yuri Ivanov' was the second time the Royal Navy was forced to deploy in the last month due to Russian activity in UK waters. Report with photo: https://www.scottishdailyexpress.co.uk/news/scottish-news/royal-navy-warships-deployed-outer-35304032

The 'Papu Mar', which remained sunken for more than a month near kilometer 77 of the Main Waterway (VNT), was finally refloated and transferred to the Port of Buenos Aires. The salvage operation was carried out by the companies Servimagnus and Raúl Negro Salvamento, which deployed the sheerleg 'Magnus VI', the tug 'VB Recoleta' and auxiliary vessels to carry out the salvage. The salvage work lasted a week amid adverse weather conditions and the complex environment. There were no impacts to the environment or navigation safety. Servimagnus provided the main equipment and directed the refloating, while Raúl Negro provided the diving and bilge equipment, in addition to commercial management, preparation and presentation of the salvage plan to the Naval Prefecture, and the transfer of the pusher tug from Buenos Aires to Escobar. When the tug sank on April 18, the barge, carrying 153 containers, remained attached to it, and no cargo was lost.

On May 25, 2025, at 2:39 p.m. the "Baltic Wind", en route from Hanko to Marghera, suffered a rudder failure during the westbound transit of the Kiel Canal near Königsförde and subsequently allided with a dolphin on the starboard side. The incident caused a crack on the starboard side of the bow two meters above the waterline. The ship was allowed to continue its voyage to Brunsbüttel and then docked at the railway station dolphins. The ship had a special cargo on deck, namely two new coastal defense boats for Greece, which were undamaged. On May 26, 2025, divers and representatives of the classification society were on site to assess the damage. The company Cornels from Brunsbüttel welded a plate to repair the crack, before vessel was allowed to continue its voyage on May 27 with an ETA at the port of destination as of June 9. Photos: https://www.forum-schiff.de/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?p=221457#p221457

The 'Thetis’ offloaded more than 28,500 pounds of cocaine worth an estimated $211.3 million, on May 29, 2025,, at Port Everglades. The seized contraband was the result of four interdictions in the Eastern Pacific by the Coast Guard Cutter and an embarked MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew from Helicopter Interdiction Tactical Squadron based out of Jacksonville, Florida. On May 3, a maritime patrol aircraft located two suspicious vessels approximately 170 miles west of Mexico. The 'Thetis’' interdicted the vessels and seized 4,630 pounds of cocaine. The Coast Guard transferred 4,608 pounds of cocaine from this case to Ecuadorian government officials to aid them in their prosecution efforts. On May 5, an embarked helicopter aboard the 'Thetis' observed a bale field approximately 475 miles southwest of Colima, Mexico. Thetis’ crew recovered 9,993 pounds of cocaine from the bale field. On May 6, an embarked helicopter aboard the 'Thetis' detected two suspicious vessels throwing bales overboard approximately 575 miles southwest of Acapulco, Mexico. Due to an incoming storm, the air crew lost sight of the vessels but led the 'Thetis' to three bale fields where 14,559 pounds of cocaine bales were recovered. On May 10, the 'ThetisÄ spotted a bale field approximately 660 miles south of Acapulco, Mexico. Thetis’ crew recovered 3,984 pounds of cocaine from the bale field. The following crews also assisted with interdiction operations: - Joint Interagency Task Force-South (JIATF-S) ; - Helicopter Interdiction Tactical Squadron (HITRON) Jacksonville; - 11th Coast Guard District watchstanders Report with photos and video: offloads more than $211 million in illicit drug interdictions in the Eastern Pacific