Maritime-Safety Articles

The shimmering world of superyachts belies a lurking danger beneath the surface. A recent incident underscored this starkly, bolstering voices that demand a revamped safety culture within the maritime industry. Here’s the story: A radio dropped into the waters off a small motor yacht’s stern, right under the propellers. The captain, evidently eager to retrieve the device, ordered a crew member to dive for it. The only hiccup? The process required a work permit— a protocol the captain dismissed with a wave of his hand, demanding evidence of such a law.