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6/30/2017: Well intervention, hurricane preps, & fixed platform safety: Recap of remarks during Offshore Operators Committee general meeting

Maritime CommonsMonday, July 3, 2017 - 8:00 AM
This post provides a summary of remarks by Capt. Joshua Reynolds, OCS Officer in Charge, Marine Inspections, during the Offshore Operators Committee's general meeting earlier this month. Reynolds talked about the industry-led Well Intervention Risk Analysis, compliance with Coast Guard means of [ Read Full Article ]

6/30/2017: National Boating Safety Advisory Council vacancies

Maritime CommonsFriday, June 30, 2017 - 9:04 AM
The Coast Guard is considering applications for seven positions on the Council that expire or become vacant Jan. 1, 2018. [ Read Full Article ]

6/30/2017: IMO approves resolution on cyber risk management

Maritime CommonsFriday, June 30, 2017 - 9:00 AM
The resolution affirms that approved safety management systems should take cyber risk management into account in accordance with the objectives and requirements of the International Safety Management Code. [ Read Full Article ]

6/29/2017: Cargo disruption a reminder that cyber risks are real

Maritime CommonsThursday, June 29, 2017 - 1:20 PM
Rear Adm. Thomas provides his thoughts on the current incident involving APM facilities and the importance of incorporating cyber risk management into all facets of shipboard operations. [ Read Full Article ]

6/29/2017: Coast Guard to conduct Ports and Waterways Safety Assessment on Hudson River

Maritime CommonsThursday, June 29, 2017 - 10:06 AM
In 2016, the U.S. Coast Guard promulgated an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to seek comprehensive public input and examine whether there is a need for a proposed rule on new anchorage grounds on the Hudson River to promote safe navigation. After a review of the comments, Rear Adm. Steven [ Read Full Article ]

6/28/2017: Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection Capt. Josh Reynolds answers questions on building a safety culture vs. a compliance culture in the offshore community

Maritime CommonsWednesday, June 28, 2017 - 11:53 AM
As a follow on to our post covering last month’s Offshore Technology Conference, Maritime Commons is providing a summary of responses to questions asked by attendees during the conference as well questions submitted to conference organizers in advance. All responses were provided by Capt. Joshua [ Read Full Article ]

6/28/2017: Recap of Offshore Technology Conference remarks by Capt. Joshua Reynolds, OCS Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection,

Maritime CommonsWednesday, June 28, 2017 - 11:33 AM
In May, Capt. Joshua Reynolds with the 8th District Outer Continental Shelf Officer in Charge of Marine Inspections, participated in panels facilitated by the Offshore Operator's Committee and Center for Offshore Safety at this year's Offshore Technology Conference in Houston. Reynolds remarks [ Read Full Article ]

Bryant’s Maritime Blog – 27 June 2017

Bryant's Maritime ConsultingTuesday, June 27, 2017 - 5:58 AM
Headlines: OFAC – $148,698 for apparent sanctions violations; MARAD – aquaculture support operations waiver; USCG – Arctic Circle Forum; and USCG – new website for NVDC. June 27, 2017 Bryant’s Maritime Blog Bryant’s Maritime Consulting – 4845 SW 91st Way – Gainesville, FL [ Read Full Article ]

6/26/2017: Recap of Coast Guard remarks during Arctic Circle Forum event at Wilson Center

Maritime CommonsMonday, June 26, 2017 - 12:27 PM
Submitted by Michael Emerson, director of Marine Transportation Systems (CG-5PW) On the summer solstice, June 21, 2017, the Wilson Center convened the Arctic Circle Forum event in Washington, D.C., titled “The United States and Russia in the Arctic.” This event […] [ Read Full Article ]

6/26/2017: Nat’l Vessel Documentation Center website transition effective June 29, 2017

Maritime CommonsMonday, June 26, 2017 - 11:53 AM
NVDC's website will transition to a new platform effective June 29, 2017. [ Read Full Article ]

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