The latest news about marine safety including companies who are pushing product developments, tech innovations and legislation to make it safer for all those at sea.
In 2021, Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV) designer and builder, Sea-Kit International, was awarded the first ever Unmanned Marine Systems (UMS) certificate by Lloyd’s Register, representing a key milestone for the maritime industry. Certification is essential for the industry to provide a safety assurance framework. Since then, it says it’s received the most UMS certificates awarded […]
Man-overboard technology is an area that’s attracting increasing attention in the marine industry, says MARSS. The company – which terms itself a ‘global technology innovator’ – is actively pursuing the creation of an automated man-overboard system designed with the cruise industry in mind, and it’s been working on the solution for 14 years. It says […]
Wescom Group’s new first aid kits have now received Certificate of Type Approvals from Lloyd’s Register for marine use. The ANP Pharma-branded products are the culmination of internal investment expanding Wescom Group’s UK pharmaceutical distribution facilities in Basildon, UK, to enable the development of SOLAS and Category C first aid kits for the marine sector. […]
Lalizas, which manufactures lifesaving equipment such as lifejackets, life rafts, immersion suits, MOB systems and breathing apparatus, has acquired Revere Survival, a US-based manufacturer and distributor of liferafts (and other survival equipment) for the recreational and commercial markets. Lalizas is billing this as a move that marks a significant milestone in the company’s journey towards […]
Ally Ford, from the UK’s Superyacht Tenders and Toys, writes that alluring high-end toys may have a sheen of adrenaline, but they also demand the utmost attention to safety. That’s non-negotiable, especially when it comes to lithium. The pursuit of thrill should never compromise the safety of guests. Yet, the market is awash with products […]
In the wake of a successful 2023, marked by the completion of numerous major contracts, MARSS says it will be delivering its comprehensive CUAS and surface surveillance system, NiDAR, to two prestigious yachts — a primary vessel and its support ship. MARSS says its NiDAR system protects assets and people, across all domains, including ships […]
It’s hard to miss stories about savvy navvy. This is the company with headlines that include ‘record growth‘ and crowdfunding targets repeatedly blown through. Its route into boat navigation systems has been quite the journey over the last seven years. Oh yes, and also last week. Opening its doors to investors via Seedrs last Tuesday […]
Sea Safari VII, a dive charter boat based in Indonesia, has become another casualty of fire, with – as yet unconfirmed – commentary suggesting that three liveaboards have been lost this way in the last six months. The fire occurred on the 2 May 2024, in the Komodo National Park area. Seemingly all 26 guests […]
According to Megan Sheahan, an economic and statistical analyst, data suggest that American Boat and Yacht Council’s (ABYC) voluntary standards (for marine safety) reduce the risk of involvement in a focused accident by 43 to 47 per cent. Focused, in this context, means the type of accidents the standards are designed to address. The insight […]
American-owned and Canadian headquartered, Mustang Survival has been developing high-performance marine apparel and safety equipment for 56 years. Synonymous with floatation devices and high-grade safety equipment in North America, Mustang Survival has more recently set its sights on the UK market where it is making inroads in the marine safety sector. Atlas 190 lifejacket reaches […]
A Royal Navy-led ‘999 emergency centre’ has dealt with an ‘unprecedented’ rise in distress calls due to the Red Sea crisis. The team at the UK Maritime Trade Organisation (UKMTO) are dealing with two or three reports of attacks and incidents daily – compared with monthly – as a result of the wave of attacks […]