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Unclear situation during pilotage operation resulted in collision in Scheldt area

Mandatory backup systems and adequate bridge alarms to improve safety

Risk inventory essential when altering work processes on board ships

Parties follow up on recommendations following loss of containers on North Sea

Safety alert 31 October 2019

Dutch Safety Board starts exploratory investigation into emergency response after fire aboard cargo ship

Use of navigation systems and good seamanship are crucial

On September 9, 2022, a collision occurred near Denmark between the Dutch freighter Helge and the freighter Wild Cosmos. On 15 February 2024 the Dutch Safety Board published the report.

Dutch Safety Board continues investigation into collision in Botlek

Safer transfer of pilots with stricter work instructions

The transfer of pilots to and from seagoing vessels should not be based on trust in each other's good intentions. The pilotage system must draw up equal and clear work instructions for the sailing service and for registered pilots.

Update on investigation into fire assistance on cargo ship

This interim statement provides an update on the investigation by the Dutch Safety Board into the emergency assistance during the fire on the Fremantle Highway and the ongoing international investigation led by Panama into the fire and the resulting injuries.