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Illness is the main cause of seafarer deaths in Britannia claims data

Illness was linked to most crew deaths recorded by Britannia P&I, according to its new Crew Claims Report. The findings show that cardiovascular disease is the main cause of death in the data and highlight the need for more attention to seafarer health and wellbeing.

Oil pollution concerns grow over ship-to-ship transfers off Yemen

An oil slick has been spotted off the coast of Yemen near Hodeidah, where ships reportedly transfer oil at sea before it is taken to the Houthi-controlled ports of Ras Isa and Saleef.

Bulker tests wind and solar power systems to cut fuel use

A dry bulk carrier is now testing a combination of wind propulsion and solar power designed to reduce fuel use and emissions. The 60,155-dwt Maria Topic is taking part in the WHISPER project, which is testing technologies that can be added to existing commercial ships.