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Ukraine strikes Russian submarine with ‘Sub Sea Baby’ drone

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
SBU attack at Novorossiysk. Screenshot from SBU video.
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On December 15th, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) reported that it had struck an Improved Kilo-class submarine at the Russian naval base at Novorossiysk. The attack was reportedly a joint operation between the 13th Main Directorate of Military Counterintelligence of the SBU and the Ukrainian Naval Forces and made use of a “Sub Sea Baby” drone.

The SBU also released a video of the attack (see below) showing how the drone struck the stern of an Improved Kilo-class submarine moored at the far end of the submarine pen inside the naval base. So far there is no independent verification if the submarine was sunk in port. Available images

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Master - Pilot (MPX): Why Briefings Fail & Safety Solutions

 

 

 

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Essential Communication & Protocol Every Seafarer Must Know for Safe Pilotage

 

Quick Answer: Master Pilot Exchange is a structured communication process where the ship's Master and pilot share critical information about vessel characteristics, local conditions, and navigation plans before pilotage begins. This formal briefing ensures both professionals understand passage requirements, equipment limitations, environmental factors, and emergency procedures, preventing misunderstandings that cause groundings, collisions, and casualties.


WHY DO MOST MASTER PILOT EXCHANGES FAIL?

The gap between regulatory requirements and practical execution creates the most dangerous period in any port approach. Masters often treat the Master Pilot Exchange as a formality to complete quickly rather than the critical safety briefing that stands between routine transit and catastrophic accident.

Time pressure drives this failure pattern. Pilots

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Pilot Ladder Safety: Complete Guide for Maritime Operations

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Essential 2025 safety practices for maritime pilot transfer operations

❕Critical Safety Alert: Pilot ladder incidents remain a leading cause of maritime injuries and fatalities. Proper securing, regular inspection, and compliance with international regulations can prevent most accidents during pilot transfer operations.


PILOT LADDER SAFETY FOUNDATIONS

Pilot transfer operations represent one of the most critical safety activities aboard commercial vessels. Every day, maritime pilots board and disembark ships using pilot ladder arrangements that must meet strict international standards. When these systems fail or are improperly rigged, routine procedures can become life-threatening situations.

The importance of proper pilot ladder safety extends beyond individual incidents. Insurance companies may deny liability claims when vessels use non-compliant arrangements, while port state control authorities increasingly scrutinize pilot transfer equipment during inspections.

Regulatory

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Inspecting the inspectors

 

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 Ihave been watching the evolution of the maritime industry for nearly 50 years. I have seen good times, and I have seen bad times. I have battled spring floods caused by ice and rain, and I have successfully navigated low water during summer droughts. I confidently raise my hand when asked if I remember using paper charts to navigate, and I have seen the wheelhouse light up with a collection of electronics that ancient mariners could never have imagined.

At the same time, I have witnessed

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New 2025 IMO Enclosed Space Rules: Critical Safety Changes

 

 

 

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IMO MSC.581(110) Compliance: CO2 Monitoring and Personal Detectors


Q: What has changed in the new IMO enclosed space regulations?
A: IMO Resolution MSC.581(110) introduces strict CO2 limits below 0.5%, a recommendation for all personnel to carry calibrated personal gas detection instruments, enhanced emergency response plans, and strengthened atmospheric testing requirements effective December 2025.

Q: Why were these regulations updated after previous versions?
A: Continued fatalities in enclosed spaces prompted IMO to strengthen safety measures, particularly addressing CO2 hazards and improving risk assessment practices that previous regulations failed to prevent.

The maritime industry faces a significant regulatory shift as IMO Resolution MSC.581(110) replaces Resolution A.1050(27), introducing revolutionary safety measures designed to eliminate persistent enclosed space fatalities. These changes affect all ship types and require immediate compliance

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