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Learn safety lessons from a selection of marine accidents involving vessels from the merchant, fishing and recreational sectors.
A safety message to the fishing industry to encourage equipment to be used properly or provide a safe solution if it proves impractical.
A study of accidents from 1994 to 2003 caused by poor bridge watchkeeping practices.
A safety message to the fishing industry highlighting how safety on fishing vessels under 15 metres can be encouraged and improved.
Learn safety lessons from a selection of marine accidents involving recreational sailing boats and powered craft.
A safety message to the fishing industry about avoiding accidents by checking, inspecting and revising safety measures.
A safety message to the fishing industry highlighting advice to operators and skippers of the risk of capsize when operating beam trawlers.
The most common causes of fishing vessel accidents between 1992 and 2000.
MAIB published this review after several accidents involving lifeboats and their launching systems occurred between 1989 and 1999.
Learn safety lessons from a selection of marine accidents involving fishing vessels.
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