Following today’s press conference, the
#TitanMBI
public hearing kicks off tomorrow, diving into design, safety, and the factors leading to the June 2023 submersible tragedy.
Watch the hearing live:
Read about the Titan MBI:
Tomorrow, the
#USCG
Marine Board of Investigation will livestream a press conference to discuss the upcoming Titan submersible hearing. Media is invited to come in person to ask questions. The stream will begin at 11 a.m. from
@ChasCountyGov
. Watch it:
Thanks to everyone who attended our
#CoastGuard
#ballast
water program update at
#BWMTECHNA
. Our panelists look forward to more discussions on type approvals, extensions, & more. Couldn't make it? We'll be posting a recap as part of our post-conference coverage.
The U.S. Coast Guard will hold a press conference Sept. 15 ahead of the Titan Marine Board of Investigation hearing in North Charleston. Media must RSVP by Sept. 13. Info ➡️
#TitanMBI
#USCG
The U.S. mariner is entrusted with the safety of passengers & crew & keeps our economy flowing. Today,
@USCG
salutes mariners for their dedicated commitment to keep our vessels, ports & waterways safe, secure, prosperous, & resilient.
#NationalMaritimeDay
We just hit 1,000 followers! Looking forward to the next 1,000 as we continue to share
@USCG
info and updates with
#maritime
industry. Thank you all for your support of Maritime Commons the last 5 years!
The Marine Board presented an animation model in support of the Titan submersible hearing. The entire video can be viewed from the MBI website and downloaded from here:
#TitanMBI
The Coast Guard published MSIB 18-20 “Urgent Need to Protect Operational Technologies and Control Systems” to reiterate the need for vigilance against cyber threats to internet-accessible operational technology. Read more here:
We mark the somber anniversary of
#ElFaro
's sinking & the loss of 33 mariners on Oct 1, 2015. It is appropriate to reflect on this tragic & preventable accident, & challenge ourselves to take action needed to prevent future casualties
#USCG
🔒 October is
#CybersecurityAwarenessMonth
🌐
Elevate your cyber defense! Coast Guard Cyber Command partners with federal agencies and Allies to enhance our nation's cyber awareness, including in the maritime environment. Read more:
"The Commandant of the
@USCG
takes great pleasure in presenting the Coast Guard Distinguished Public Service Award to Mr. James R. Lawrence, in recognition of his outstanding leadership, support & contribution to internat'l shipping from 1987 to the present."
#CMAShipping2019
Greetings from
#BWMTECHNA
in
#Florida
! Maritime Commons is here covering all the
#USCG
presentations and we're looking forward to a productive week sharing key information from our
#ballastwater
professionals.
Enforcement of laws & regs is critical to protect the
#environment
& ensure a level playing field. Recently,
#USCG
& South African agencies held a seminar on vessel
#pollution
prevention & enforcement to highlight the impact of illegal discharges
The U.S. Coast Guard has released the schedule & witness list for the upcoming Titan Marine Board of Investigation hearing starting Sept. 16. Follow updates
@MaritimeCommons
&
#TitanMBI
.
#CoastGuard
#Titan
"With regard to compliance in the U.S., expect the status quo from the
#USCG
. We are already enforcing the ECA & will continue to do so & enforce
#IMO2020
. We feel this is the only way to ensure a level playing field." RADM John Nadeau,
#CMAShipping2019
#CoastGuard
issues
#MarineSafety
Alert to remind mariners of the importance of maintaining constant vigilance when on or near a
#vessel
, even when doing something as simple and routine as walking the gangway.
#USCG
The
#GreatLakes
Pilotage Advisory Committee announced in the Federal Register that it will meet in Port Huron, Michigan, Sept. 12, 2019 to discuss matters relating to Great Lakes pilotage.
@USCGGreatLakes
The Director of the Coast Guard Investigative Service explains how the
#USCG
remains ready to respond to and investigate all allegations of sexual misconduct in the maritime domain. Visit the link for the full post.
The FY 2023 NDAA brings updates to Title 46 of U.S.C., to enhance crew safety and address sexual assault and sexual harassment on commercial vessels. The USCG's new policies support a safer maritime space. Read more:
Check out
@AWOAdvocacy
's new fatigue
#riskmanagement
for the
#towing
industry. It covers four core elements: education, environment, work readiness and fatigue reporting, and performance management.
#USCG
Today, the Marine Board of Investigation presents basic factual information about the loss of life and total constructive loss of the Titan submersible. The first full exhibit can downloaded from the
#TitanMBI
website:
at this link:
Capt. Jennifer Williams attended Korea
#Maritime
Week last month to speak with the international
#shipping
community about the
#CoastGuard
's focus on
#BallastWater
compliance and enforcement efforts.
The
#USCG
has published CG-MMC Policy Letter 03- 21 titled: Issuance of Endorsements for Master of Self-Propelled Vessels of Less Than 100 GRT to Mariners Holding Endorsements as Mate of Self-Propelled Vessels of 200 GRT or More.
The Coast Guard published has a Frequently Asked Questions document supporting Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular 01-20 and cyber inclusion in Facility Security Plans.
In 2017,
#USCG
conducted 18,424 inspections on U.S. flag vessels. Yesterday, we released the first
#Domestic
#Vessel
Report, which will serve as a baseline to study trends, identify key performance indicators, & bring attention to issues in the fleet.
The
#USCG
has announced in the Federal Register a proposal to extend the maximum period of validity of merchant mariner medical certificates issued to first-class pilots and masters or mates serving as pilot from 2 years to 5 years.
The
#USCG
is pleased to announce the est of an industry-led
#Maritime
Sector Coordinating Council to address critical infrastructure
#security
& resilience polices & efforts in the maritime sector. More details, & how to join in our latest post.
@CISAgov
Former
@AWOAdvocacy
chairman presented w/
#USCG
Meritorious Public Service Award in recognition of his 40 years of service to the inland
#towing
and barge fleet.
The
#USCG
has released change 2 to Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular (NVIC) 02-18, Guidelines on Qualification for STCW Endorsements as Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch of Vessels of Less Than 500 GT.
The
#USCG
#ScandiesRoseMBI
will begin at 8 AM PST with opening remarks from MBI chairman CAPT Gregory Callaghan, followed by an incident overview, and in person testimony by Dan Mattsen, owner of the Scandies Rose. Watch live
#ScandiesRose
The IMO Sub-Committee on Ship Systems and Equipment (SSE), held its 9th session February 27- March 3, 2023 in London, England. Follow the link for a complete meeting summary.
#Towing
Vessel NCOE launched a new training hub that allows industry compliance officers or operators, TPO representatives, &
#USCG
#marine
inspectors to request customizable, in-person
#SubchapterM
training sessions. Details here:
Today, the Coast Guard's Marine Board of Investigation heard testimonies from former OceanGate employees Tony Nissen, Bonnie Carl, and Tym Catterson to investigate the Titan submersible's loss. Follow
#TitanMBI
here and view exhibits at the hearing website:
ICYMI: Yesterday, we shared
#USCG
Rear Adm. John Nadeau's remarks on the safety, security of the
#MarineTransportationSystem
, but you may have missed it bc of a broken link. Here's the correct one: Thanks
@coachboone37
for bringing it to our attention!
#USCG
announces the conclusion of the Subchapter M: Towing Vessel, four year Certificate of Inspection (COI) phase-in period, and welcomes a fleet of more than 5,000 towing vessels into U. S. Domestic inspected status.
#USCG
continues to strengthen its joint regulatory oversight & compliance w
@BSEEgov
to provide better consistency. In this post, get an update on the latest joint projects along w cancellation of a policy letter on floating facility life ext requests