'Zombie Vessels' Continue to Multiply, Risking Safety At Sea
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Instances of ships operating under the stolen identities of decommissioned vessels continue to proliferate, with experts warning that, without action, the cases could become difficult to dislodge from international trade.
Operating under the identities of decommissioned ships, the so-called “zombie vessels” often operate without insurance and traffic in illicit trade. Moreover, their anonymity raises concerns about accountability, should they become involved in some sort of environmental disaster.
A recent whitepaper from Windward warns that the industry’s reliance on static identifiers such as IMO numbers and vessel names allows for manipulation. Experts contend that a globally coordinated response is needed to counteract the growing threat.
Solutions could include satellite image analysis, cross-border vessel tracking databases, and mandatory Automatic Identification System integrity checks at ports.
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