Assistant Minister Naisa Tuinaceva says Government is engaging stakeholders and has put contingency plans in place to maintain passenger and cargo movement.
7 hours ago
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Joseph Balolo
The Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji (MSAF) rejected claims that industry concerns had been ignored, saying the issues raised by Interlink had been discussed extensively with operators and stakeholders.
6 days ago
Inoke Rabonu
Managing director George Gourndar said operators had repeatedly called for seafarers to be protected under internationally recognised standards covering working conditions, training and certification.
23 Jun
The ban applies to all vessels less than 15 metres in length, including commercial vessels, passenger ferries, fishing boats, recreational craft, small workboats and other small vessels.
11 Jun
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The checks are aimed at ensuring seafarers are medically fit to safely carry out their duties at sea and to protect the safety of vessels, crews, passengers, cargo and the marine environment.
08 Jun
The abandoned vessel had remained stranded within Suva Port for more than three years before overturning after days of instability.
13 May
The Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji (MSAF) said the suspension took effect from 9am today due to gale-force winds affecting the region.
06 Apr
The Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji (MSAF) confirmed that about 23,000 litres of fuel were transferred from the vessel on Monday as part of ongoing response efforts.
Operators say safety remains the priority as rough seas and heavy rain continue to pose risks.
MSAF said its main focus remains the safety of personnel, protection of the marine environment and ensuring response efforts continue safely.
