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B.C. Ferries eyeing new technology to prevent whale collisions
From slower speed limits to using technology to detect whales, B.C. Ferries is looking to reduce vessel collisions with whales as experts call for more education and research.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/how-is-b-c-ferries-preventing-whale-strikes-9.7195849?cmp=rss

CBC Top Stories Mar 10

Canadian Coast Guard captain fired for 'willfully' ignoring distress call: labour board
The Canadian Coast Guard fired one of its captains arguing he "willfully" ignored a distress call about a sinking boat in cold and choppy P.E.I. waters, according to a recently posted federal labour board decision.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/canadian-coast-guard-captain-fired-9.7117840?cmp=rss

The Great Polymers Jan 16

PP ropes for Smooth, safe handling for efficient marine operations – THE GREAT POLYMERS/INDIA

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Susan Ville Dec 2, 2025

📢 Russian-flagged tanker carrying vegetable oil was reportedly attacked in the #BlackSea on Tuesday, Turkish Maritime Authority confirmed

🔹 MIDVOLGA-2 en route from #russia to #georgia, reported the incident approximately 80 nautical miles off the Turkish coast #turkiye

🔹 A high-ranking source in Ankara told RIA Novosti that Turkiye has delivered a “very clear response” to #ukraine

#news #sea #marinesafety

📰 Report Al Mayadeen DEC-02 11:00 Beirut-t

https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/russian-tanker-attacked-in-black-sea--turkiye-sternly-warns

Russian tanker attacked in Black Sea, Turkiye sternly warns Ukraine

A Russian tanker carrying vegetable oil was attacked in the Black Sea, as Turkiye confirms the vessel is safe.

Al Mayadeen English

The-14 Nov 22, 2025

Near-sinking barge off BC coast stokes fears over oil tanker threats
#Indigenous #FirstNations #Heiltsuk #Haíɫzaqv #BC #BritishColumbia #Canada #BCCoast #OilTankerBan #MarineSafety #ClimateCrisis #Politics #Economy #CoastalProtection #OilAndGas #The14
https://the-14.com/near-sinking-barge-off-bc-coast-stokes-fears-over-oil-tanker-threats/

Near-sinking barge off BC coast stokes fears over oil tanker threats | The-14

A sinking barge off BC renews First Nations’ warnings about tanker risks and Canada’s weak coastal protection.

The-14 Pictures

SisterShip Training Sep 4, 2025

🚨 Person overboard! Would you know what to do if a mate fell in?

Stay calm, act fast, and save a life. Every boater should know the drill before it happens.

#SafeBoating #BoatLicenceNSW #MarineSafety #BoatingAustralia #OnTheWater #ManOverboard #MOB

SisterShip Training Sep 2, 2025

🔥 In NSW, going 2nm+ offshore means carrying flares: 2 red (night) + 2 orange (day). They pinpoint your position in an emergency—make sure yours are onboard & in-date.

#SafeBoating #BoatLicenceNSW #MarineSafety #BoatingAustralia #OnTheWater

SisterShip Training Aug 31, 2025

⚡️Every boat with a Marine Radio must keep watch on VHF Ch 16?

In an emergency, your radio is your lifeline. Don’t launch without the knowledge.

https://sistershiptraining.com/marine-radio-online-courses-assessment/

#VHFRadio #MarineSafety #SafeBoating #Channel16 #BoatLicenceNSW #BoatingAustralia #OnTheWater

SisterShip Training Aug 30, 2025

🚤 Our boat safety course isn't just for a boat licence—it’s knowledge that keeps you, your family, and mates safe on the water. Learn at home, online, and build confidence.

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