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In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — brings Steam Man (an American Chief Engineer) on board to discuss the findings of the National Transportation Safety Board regarding the Dali crash in Baltimore on March 26, 2024.

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Bill Nelson

Thank YOU! But honestly, if I hadn't watched your report from yesterday, Steam Man wouldn't have helped me understand what happened. He does make a lot of sense that standards were not followed. Let's hope this wakes up the industry!

Steven Palmer

Talking with various Port State Control (PSC) and Class inspectors over the years these types of actions are too common. International seafarers do not have the protections from bad ship managers/shipping companies. I have been on a few 2nd hand reflagged vessels. Some looked good, but had significant equipment issues. Others were well maintained. Typically US flag commercial vessels look "rough" compared to most non-US flag vessels. However, the equipment works properly. Another difference is spare parts and tools. Those cost money and some ships management companies are not willing to provide them.