Yearly Archives: 2024
Port Of Antwerp-Bruges To Install Shore Power And Modernize Cruise Ship Infrastructure
The Port of Antwerp-Bruges has announced plans to modernize its infrastructure, focusing on shore power facilities to reduce emissions and noise pollution, especially for...
Erik Thun Group Unveils Eco-Friendly MV Spiken
The Erik Thun Group has announced the delivery of its second Lake Vänern Max vessel, the MV Spiken, marking a new milestone in sustainable...
Advancing Turkish Ship Recycling ,Collaboration And Innovation Workshop
The workshop on the Turkish ship recycling sector, held on December 10 in Ankara, highlighted critical discussions and collaborative efforts to advance the industry's...
EFIP Calls For Stronger EU-Led Transport Funding For Inland Ports
The European Federation of Inland Ports (EFIP) has raised significant concerns about the European Commission's proposed changes to the EU transport budget, emphasizing the...
FuelEU Maritime: Key Challenges And Compliance Strategies
The FuelEU Maritime Regulation, set to take effect in 2025, introduces strict measures to decarbonize the shipping industry. A key implication for ship management...
CMC Strengthens Fleet with Two New MR Tankers
CMC has expanded its fleet with the acquisition of two medium-range (MR) tankers, CMC Antillanca and CMC Ancud, for $42.5 million each.
CMC,...
Why Sleep is Vital for Seafarers’ Safety?
Adequate sleep, ideally 7-8 hours, is critical for mental clarity, mood stability, and overall health.
The REST framework (Respect, Excess, Share, Timetable) emphasizes...
Countdown to FuelEU 2025: Challenges and Opportunities
The EU's FuelEU regulation, effective January 2025, introduces strict emission reduction targets.
Panelists at the Baltic Exchange Tanker Forum emphasized the need for...
China Launches First Smart Microgrid to Achieve Zero-Carbon Ports
China’s first smart microgrid is now operational at the Port of Lianyungang, Jiangsu Province, as part of the country’s zero-carbon port initiative.
Developed...
Cancelled Sailings Tracker: 82 Sailings Dropped Across Major Routes
Between December 16, 2024, and January 19, 2025, 82 out of 722 scheduled sailings in the key East-West trade lanes have been cancelled.
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