Yearly Archives: 2023
Marlink Completes Migration Of UNI-TANKERS
Marlink has completed the migration of UNI-TANKERS’ owned fleet to its global hybrid network solution, says an article published on their website.
Digital transformation
The Danish...
‘Mini Tsunami’, Beachgoers in Tybee Face Scary Situations
On Tybee Island's northern beaches, where the surf is frequently calm and shells are common, it is typically a tranquil beach scene, as reported...
2023’s Most (And Least) Powerful Passports
A recent news article published in the Forbes speaks about The World’s Most (And Least) Powerful Passports In 2023.
Covid-19 pandemic to Russia’s war on...
Positive Reports On Digital Tools Onboard
A recent news article published in the Safety4Sea speaks about use of digital tools onboard perceived as positive, report finds.
EU co-funded WESS project
In...
[Watch] Container Vessel Blocks Major Italian Box Port
Container ship MSC ELAINE went out of control at Gioia Tauro harbor entrance, Italy, while leaving port, and ran onto southern breakwater tip, at...
Engine Room Fire Disables Bulk Carrier
The Canadian bulk carrier Tecumseh had a long history of engine failures even before a fire ignited in its engine room in December 2019,...
Gasoil Margins Open Strong This Week Amid Strong Oil
Asia’s 10-ppm sulphur gasoil margins firmed at the start of the week following trading optimism over the reopening of China’s borders, amid a late...
2023 Rate Outlook: Will Shippers Catch A Break?
The annual gathering of freight transportation industry analysts reveals some common themes, largely around the notion that rates are not likely to increase much—if...
First Due: Battery Fire Operations
A recent news article published in the Firehouse speaks about First Due: Operational Considerations for Fires that Involve Lithium-ion Batteries.
FDNY experienced a sharp increase...
Grounded Cargo Ship Refloated in Suez Canal
The Marshall Islands-flagged MV Glory suffered a sudden technical failure while transiting through the canal.
The blockage created a massive traffic jam that...