NZ Police Investigate Man-Overboard Incident Aboard Berge BulkerCourtesy Berge BulkNew Zealand authorities are investigating the loss of a crewmember over the side of the bulker Berge Rishiri on Saturday. The ship notified Maritime NZ, and a search was launched; however, it was suspended after about one day, given the low likelihood of survival in the cold waters of the Southern Ocean. Maritime Union NZ National Secretary Craig Harrison called on the government to do more to protect the welfare of international seafarers. A spokesman for Maritime NZ told Stuff.co.nz that the incident occurred outside of the nation's territorial seas, so its jurisdiction is limited. She has few recorded PSC deficiencies and none related to hours of rest or crew welfare.

Source: Stuff August 29, 2022 20:54 UTC