Australia bans bulk carrier 90 days for falsified crew rest records

AMSA banned a Marshall Islands-flagged bulk carrier from Australian ports for 90 days after inspectors found falsified crew work and rest records, a recurring safety compliance issue. The ban signals stricter enforcement of maritime labor standards, potentially affecting shipping schedules and highlighting systemic fatigue-management risks in the industry.

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