Tristan da Cunha Shipping News
Reports of vessels visiting Tristan da Cunha, and voyages to and from the island.

Malta Marine Safety Investigation Unit Report

The report concludes that the Oliva ran aground due to a navigational error and the failure of the watch to use an appropriate large scale chart.
29-Nov-2012
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Stamp Issue: Royal Navy Ships' Crests II

Tristan da Cunha Stamp Issue: Royal Navy Ships' Crests II.
15-Oct-2012
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Stamp Issue: Maiden Voyage of SA Agulhas II

Tristan da Cunha Stamp Issue: Maiden Voyage of SA Agulhas II.
17-Sep-2012
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Impact of MS Oliva Wreck on Tristan's Economy and Environment

This page summarise the impact of pollution from the MS Oliva shipwreck on Tristan's penguins and fishery, as well as clean up and compensation.
11-Sep-2012
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Island Sky Cruise to Tristan da Cunha and Beyond

Report of the visit of the MV Island Sky to Tristan da Cunha during Christmas 2011. Passengers included 18 Association members.
1-Feb-2012
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How you can help

Advice to people who wish to help with the environmental emergency following the wreck of the bulk carrier MS Oliva on 16th March 2011 on Nightingale Island.
1-Jan-2012
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