Collision between US John S McCain and Alnic MC
On 21 Aug 2017, the US destroyer John S. McCain, overtaking the Liberian tanker Alnic MC in the westbound Middle Channel of the Singapore Strait, lost steering, veered port into Alnic’s path, and collided at 0524.
The loss of HMNZS MANAWANUI
On Saturday 5 October 2024, the Ship was conducting survey operations on the southern side of Upolu, Samoa, in support of the upcoming CHOGM. The wind was from a direction of 120° at 20 -25 kts with a high sea state 3, and visibility at greater than 10 nm.
Grounding of MV BBC Marmara
Alcohol, no lookout, and disabled alarms combined into a grounding that should never have been allowed to develop.
Disastrous discharge of oily wastewater continues despite monitoring
Europe’s Black Seas investigation exposes a chronic, large-scale problem of illegal oily wastewater discharges that evade existing surveillance and enforcement mechanisms. Despite millions spent on the EU’s CleanSeaNet satellite and radar system, only 1.5% of potential spills are checked within the three-hour window needed for evidence collection. Vessels routinely bypass onboard treatment, falsify records, and dump under the cover of night or disabled AIS signals, ensuring most incidents go unpunished.
Costa Concordia Disaster
Discover the critical role human error played in the Costa Concordia disaster and how innovative AI-driven solutions like the Helm Order Monitor are transforming maritime safety. Learn about the last moments before the tragedy, the impact of helmsman mistakes, and the future of safer navigation at sea.
Grounding of MV Priscilla
Distraction on watch and disabled safeguards led to a grounding in the Pentland area, proving that being present is not the same as being alert.
Grounding of MV Horizon
Bridge resource management broke down, the ship grounded, and the team lost the navigational picture too early.
Grounding of MV Vera Su
Fatigue and failed safeguards ended in a grounding with environmental, legal, and commercial consequences.
Collision of MV Flevodijk
A sole, fatigued watchkeeper turned a routine transit into a collision with shore infrastructure.
Grounding of MV Tundra
Pilot fatigue and weak bridge communication led to a missed correction and a St. Lawrence grounding.