All equipment in hazardous areas on board must demonstrably be safe. This applies to both electrical and mechanical equipment. The ADN requires two separate lists of equipment.

The UTV Academy is the digital learning platform of the Unabhängiger Tanklagerverband e.V. (UTV) for the German tank storage sector. A new promotional video shows what the platform offers and who it is intended for: new employees, career changers and experienced staff.

All equipment in hazardous areas on board must demonstrably be safe. This applies to both electrical and mechanical equipment. The ADN requires two separate lists of equipment.

Article 56(1) of the Dutch Inland Shipping Regulations has been amended. Personnel at bunkering stations are now required to hold ADN Chapter 1.3 training only. 

The role of Loading Master carries significant responsibility. Correct documentation, knowledge of ISGOTT 6 and the management of risks during cargo transfer operations are not optional — they are a requirement.

Reporting defects in Marad has been improved. Reporting is easier for the crew and the technical department has more control over the management and resolution of defects.

Since 3 July 2026, the use of the Tanker Shipping Attestation of Unloading version 2026 is mandatory. Version 2024 has hereby been revoked.

Not every inland shipping company employs a manager with the required certificate of professional competence. Read what the obligation entails and how to demonstrate it.

A trackpilot follows a route accurately, but fundamentally changes the role of the master. Read what this means for alertness, legislation and safe use.

The ILT has identified at multiple terminals that communication between shore and vessel during transfer operations is not always sufficiently secured. Read what the ADN requires.

The QHSE module in Marad is receiving a major update. On 7 July, Transafe is hosting a seminar in Barendrecht to present and demonstrate the new features. Participation includes lunch.

Transafe is celebrating its 25th anniversary at Maritime Industry in Gorinchem. Visit us at stand K48 and enter to win a two-person arrangement on board the SS Rotterdam, including dinner and breakfast.