Yearly Archives: 2023
Shipping Giants React To Houthi Attacks In The Red Sea
Iranian-backed Houthi militants in Yemen have stepped up attacks on vessels in the Red Sea.
The attacks, targeting a route that allows East-West...
Lessons Learned: Failed Mooring Rope Causes Serious Injury
Marine Safety Investigation Unit of Transport reports of a serious injury which occurred during the mooring of a chemical tanker of 23000 tonnes...
45 Yards Included In Renewed EU List Of Ship Recycling Facilities
The European Commission adopted the 12th edition of the European List of ship recycling facilities featuring 45 yards.
The updated list renews the...
CMES & CMI Sign US$160 mln Ship Order
CMES has signed 4 Ship Ordering Agreements with CMI for the ordering of 2 dry bulk carriers of 82,000 dwt and 2 multi-purpose...
KNOC Explores Undersea CCS Sites For Emission Reduction
The Korea National Oil Corp. (KNOC) intends to explore undersea locations in the seas around the Korean Peninsula for carbon capture and storage...
Shanghai INE Adjusts Shipping Index Amid Price Surges
Shanghai's INE has adjusted its container shipping index twice within a week as prices surged by 20% following Red Sea vessel attacks.
The...
InterManager President Forecasts Challenges And Collaboration In 2024
The InterManager President's New Year message recognizes past wins and foresees challenges in 2024 due to geopolitical tensions affecting shipping, safety issues for...
EU’s New Environmental Laws Challenges VN’s Fleet
Ships entering EU ports face fees for carbon emissions.
IMO aims to curb air pollution from ships.
Plans to decommission old vessels and...
The First U.S. All-Electric Tugboat, eWolf Commenced Sea Trial
Crowley, the first all-electric tugboat in the United States, has commenced sea trials.
ABB has integrated its electrical package.
It reduces 4.2 million...
Red Sea Perils: A Navigator’s Handbook For Maritime Resilience
Houthi rebel attacks prompt trade route changes and operational suspensions.
Practical responses, including BMP5 compliance and MSTC utilization, are recommended.
Analysis of charterparty...