The Full Ahead
Maritime regulation, safety, and the future of shipping — from a Master Mariner’s perspective.
Written by Nittin Handa
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Thoughts on maritime regulation, safety, and the future of shipping from a Master Mariner based in Hong Kong.
- The IMO MASS Code Is Here. What It Actually Says About Autonomous Ships, Liability, and Seafarers.
The IMO adopted the first international code for autonomous ships at MSC 111 on 22 May 2026. This article breaks down what the code actually contains, what it leaves unresolved, and why every serving seafarer and maritime professional needs to understand it. - The Shield Is Cracking: Three Ways the Right to Limit Liability Is Being Challenged
Bridge collapse liability, LLMC 1976 challenges, and shipowners liability under threat. Three recent US and Australian legal developments that change the game for maritime operators. - Hormuz Through the Bridge Window: A Master Mariner on the World’s Most Consequential Chokepoint
The Strait of Hormuz is functionally closed. 2,000 vessels are stranded. 20,000 seafarers can’t go home. This is what it looks like from someone who has navigated these waters. - Human Factors in Maritime Safety: Understanding and Mitigating Accidents
Discover the crucial role of human factors in maritime safety and learn how addressing these factors can reduce accidents. Explore key human factors in the maritime industry and effective strategies for improving safety. - Maritime Just Transition: Ensuring Sustainability and Equity for Seafarers.
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) Secretary-General Mr. Guy Platten, recently spoke at a monthly luncheon during the 65th Anniversary event of The Hong Kong Shipowners Association in Hong Kong. He spoke on the topic of ‘Future fuel demand and seafarer training – an interlinked journey towards 2050’ and how much more needs to be… Read more: Maritime Just Transition: Ensuring Sustainability and Equity for Seafarers.