Yearly Archives: 2017
Boxships and LNG Carriers Doubles in Size
The average size of containerships and LNG carriers has more than doubled over the past 20 years, according to data from Clarkson Research.
The average...
China’s Latest Gas Tanker is as Big as an Aircraft Carrier
On October 23, China’s largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier ‘Pan Asia’, was put into service in Shanghai.
Size compared to large aircraft:
The LNG...
[Watch] World’s First Floating Wind Farm has Started Production
Some people thought we were crazy when we put a giant wind turbine on top of a floating spar structure and towed it out...
Maritime Industry No Mens World, Prooves Alida Van Driel
Traditionally men have ruled the maritime industry for generations, from wharf workers to ship hands, they have been considered as the pillars of Newcastle's...
Top 5 Recommendations for Safe Cargo Handling
The Japan Transport Safety Board (JTSB) issued an investigation report on the fatality of two workers onboard the cargo ship ‘BBC ASIA’, on October...
INTERCARGO with Over 1,500 Bulkers Represent Ship Owners
INTERCARGO, the International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners is growing at a rapid pace, as it seeks to raise its voice on various issues...
Ban High Sulphur Fuel Ships Without Scrubbers, IBIA
IBIA is going to submit a proposal to ban carriage of high sulphur fuel ships without scrubbers at the forthcoming IMO Sub-Committe on Pollution...
Shipping Presents a Logistical and Security Challenge
Modern shipping containers are a bit like Legos — you can take them off a ship and snap them perfectly onto a truck or...
When will the Breakbulk head towards recovery?
When will the Breakbulk head towards recovery?
For as long as we can remember, the Breakbulk market has been plagued with numerous issues which in...
Thoresen Unveiled as Buyer of Songa Bulk Vessel
Thoresen Shipping Group has continued to expand its fleet with the purchase of a 2009-built Supramax bulk carrier.
The company, part of Thai conglomerate Thoresen Thai...