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Brazilian Navy submarine Tikuna (S-34) spotted during a port maneuver at Santos, Brazil, assisted and guided by tugboats. A reminder of the vital role tugboats play in safe port operations.

On 25 October, timber carrier SEAHORSE developed a severe list off Sidon. Following water ingress, seven crew members jumped overboard and were rescued. The vessel reached Beirut Port on 26 October after stabilisation efforts. A hull breach remains unconfirmed.

On 25 October, timber carrier SEAHORSE developed a severe list off Sidon. Following water ingress, seven crew members jumped overboard and were rescued. The vessel reached Beirut Port on 26 October after stabilisation efforts. A hull breach remains unconfirmed.

A massive vessel transiting from Lake Huron into the St. Clair River. An impressive sight with its enormous length! How long do you think she is?

Today, this ship leaves the shore and meets the water. Tomorrow, it will follow its own course and carry new stories across the seas. So, which side of this story are you on? Building ships in the shipyard, or guiding them through the seas?

A ship sinking is more than a financial loss. Behind every vessel lie the hard work, dedication and memories of seafarers. Every ship has a story, and every loss leaves a lasting mark.

Seafarers, what type of vessel is this? Can you identify it from the cargo carried on deck?

Seafarers, what type of vessel is this? Can you identify it from the cargo carried on deck?

🌊 Rough seas, one challenging voyage… What do you think is harder: being a passenger on this ferry or navigating the vessel in these conditions? Passengers or seafarers? Share your thoughts! ⚓

Container ship or Ro-Ro? Why not both? ⚓ One of Transfennica’s Trafexpress-class ConRo vessels: 205 m long, 639 TEU, 2,950 lane metres and around 23 knots. Designed to carry containers, trailers and a wide range of general cargo.

The sea is vast, yet ships can still collide. Safety at sea is not just about distance. It’s about the right course, the right decision and the right reaction at the right moment. Would you still choose the sea? ⚓️

The chains and lines on deck are part of a major offshore operation. Such equipment is used for anchor handling, towing, mooring and subsea operations. Handling tonnes of chain safely and precisely requires serious engineering, coordination and teamwork.

GIANTS IN DRY DOCK ⚓ MSC ANNAM in dry dock for inspection and maintenance of her underwater hull, propeller, rudder and shaft system. What happens beneath the waterline?

CMA CGM BIG SUR passing beneath Hong Kong's Tsing Ma Bridge. 366 m long and capable of carrying around 15,000 TEU, this modern containership is powered by LNG dual-fuel technology.

Is this the future of pilot boats? Artemis Technologies’ 100% electric EF-12 uses hydrofoil technology to glide above the water. This video shows a first contact test as the boat comes alongside another vessel. ⚓ Electric. Hydrofoil. Pilot transfer.

⚓ YUAN FU transiting the strait! Built in 2024, this bulk carrier measures approximately 200 m long and 32 m wide, with a deadweight capacity of 61,646 tonnes. What matters more during a strait transit: vessel size or experience?

Ro-Ro Safety in Focus Fire broke out aboard BLUE CARRIER 2 north of Mykonos, carrying 29 people and 195 vehicles. All passengers and crew were safely evacuated with no injuries reported. The fire reportedly started on the vehicle deck. Investigation is underway.

If you were a marine pilot, how would you prefer to board a vessel? Pilot boat & pilot ladder Helicopter transfer In this operation, the pilot is transferred from a helicopter to the vessel by winch. Which method would you choose?

A mooring operation to secure a ship to a bollard on the quay… ⚓ Our seafarer swings the line, gives it another try, but it just won’t land where it needs to! 😅 How many attempts do you think it’ll take him to get it right?

⚠️ Crane collapse at Keelung Port, Taiwan. A ship-carried crane made contact with a shore-side gantry crane during berthing, causing the shore crane to topple. A stark reminder of the importance of safe berthing plans and precise maneuvering in confined port waters.