Casualties & Safety
Reports, port developments and industry updates from the maritime industry.
Casualties & Safety
Investigators call for pilot phone ban after US collision
A report finds phone distraction led to a deadly collision, resulting in 10 casualties and three deaths over 15 years - an investigation calls for a pilot phone ban.
09 Aug 2026
Casualties & Safety
Ukrainian seafarers urge international action to protect maritime trade
The Marine Transport Workers’ Trade Union of Ukraine has appealed for stronger global efforts to safeguard seafarers and merchant shipping in the Black.
09 Aug 2026
Casualties & Safety
Swedish Pilot Charged in Pleasure Boat Collision That Killed Two
Swedish prosecutors have expanded the investigation into a fatal collision, naming the cargo ship Misje Verde's pilot as a criminal suspect.
08 Aug 2026
Casualties & Safety
India condemns attack on Red Sea cargo vessel
Indian-registered commercial vessel capsized in the Red Sea; all 14 crew rescued after attack. Analysis follows.
08 Aug 2026
Casualties & Safety
NTSB: Pilot’s Personal Phone Call Contributed to Fatal Collision in Houston Ship Channel
A Houston pilot's extended personal cell phone call and lookout failures led to a fatal 2024 collision, according to the NTSB report. Four crew members were rescued.
07 Aug 2026
