Galveston Tow Swept Onto Power Lines – Tensaw and Albert Midstream NTSB MIR
Loaded tank barge tow swept onto power poles at Galveston as two towboats tried to change the tow midstream in a strong flood current.
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Preventing Injury on Stairs – MSF 26-04
Hidden Hazards in Plain Sight: Preventing Injuries on Vessel Exterior Stairs – MSF 26-04 Hazards of Vessels External Stairs. What Happened The specific vessel name and type were withheld in the safety report, but the incident occurred aboard a Marine Safety Forum (MSF) member vessel during standard daily activities. A crew member was using the…
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Navigating the Future
Navigating the Future: Unlocking Opportunities with the MCA’s New Maritime Innovation Hub What’s Happening The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has officially launched the UK Maritime Innovation Hub. This new service is designed to bridge the gap between fresh maritime ideas and official regulations. By offering early, expert guidance, the MCA is taking a “Yes,…
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Fatigue | Flooding | Grounding Incident | Management | Manning | Marine Accident Report | Safety Culture
Fatigue at the Helm: The Grounding and Loss of the Crystal Stream
Fatigue at the Helm: The Grounding and Loss of the Crystal Stream | MAIB Report 11/2026 – Crystal Stream – Very Serious Marine Casualty Date: 06th of June 2025 What Happened: In the early hours of June 6, 2025, the prawn trawler Crystal Stream hit an underwater object. The skipper, who was alone in the…
