Latest maritime other updates and reports
Splash247
Rafael Muñoz Abad, writing for Splash247, highlights Spain's vulnerability to the 'ghost fleet' phenomenon, a concern that persists since the Prestige tanker disaster in 2002. Spain remains one of the EU countries most exposed to these elusive vessels, according to the maritime analyst.
Splash247
Kristin Poling from UK P&I Club discusses the increasing complexity of injury claims in the maritime sector, highlighting the psychological impacts that extend beyond physical injuries, as reported by Splash247. The article emphasizes the challenging conditions seafarers face, which contribute to these subjective claims.
Splash247
Seafarer abandonment reached unprecedented levels in 2025, with 6,223 seafarers left stranded on 410 ships, as reported by Splash247. The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) has compiled this alarming data, prompting concrete policy proposals to address the issue.
Seatrade Maritime
Eastern Pacific Shipping is undergoing senior management changes following the integration of CoolCo, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The shipping company aims to streamline operations with these new appointments.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that the International Labour Organization (ILO) has called for the recognition of seafarers as keyworkers on the anniversary of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC). The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) is marking the occasion with a €500,000 project aimed at enhancing seafarers’ rights in the Arab world.
Offshore Energy
Eni has announced a significant gas and condensate discovery offshore Côte d'Ivoire, marking the country's second-largest find, as reported by Offshore Energy. The discovery underscores Eni's ongoing exploration success in the region.
Seatrade Maritime
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem has stepped down as Chairman and CEO of DP World, effective immediately, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The company has announced new top executives to fill these roles.
Splash247
Splash247 reports that DP World has replaced its CEO and chairman Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem following revelations from US Department of Justice files linking him to Jeffrey Epstein. Essa Kazim has been appointed as chairman, with Yuvraj Narayan taking on the role of group CEO.
Splash247
Shipping consultant Frank Coles highlights the systemic abuse within the seafaring industry, as reported by Splash247. He criticizes the industry's self-regulation, which allows crew suffering to escalate unchecked.
