Yearly Archives: 2024
Rising Alternative-Fueled Vessel Orders, DNV’s AFI Upgrade
The maritime industry is witnessing a surge in decarbonization efforts, evident in an 8% YoY increase in orders for alternative-fueled vessels, reaching 298...
Women’s Rise In Panama’s Maritime Sector
The article highlights the transformative journey of women in Panama's maritime sector, occupying executive roles across diverse fields.
It celebrates female entrepreneurs who...
The Threat of Invasive Species to Marine Biodiversity
The article underscores the global threat of marine invasive species to biodiversity and ecosystems.
IMCA responds with proactive guidance, emphasizing company-wide strategies to...
Red Sea Disruption May Last For Months, Maersk Chief Warns
Maersk CEO Vincent Clerc said it was unclear whether Red Sea trade would resume in “days, weeks or months,” and that there could...
European Freight Rates Spike To 15-Month High Amid Red Sea Crisis
Diversions from the Suez Canal constricting container supply
Carriers raising charges to cover higher bunker overheads
Liner companies amalgamating Mediterranean services
Major liner companies...
Spain Makes Masks Mandatory Amid COVID Peak
The wearing of face masks in primary care centres and hospitals in Spain has again become mandatory because of a steady increase in...
Lessons Learned: Engine Room Fire Flashover
The Marine Accident Investigation Branch Safety Digest includes an incident in which there was a flashover in a vessel engine room.
The closing...
GTT Bags Tank Design Orders for LNG Newbuilds
GTT, in 2023, have got two orders for the tank design of two new Liquefied Natural Gas Carriers.
The first LNGC will be...
USCG Probes Houston Vessel Fire As “Major Marine Casualty”
The U.S. Coast Guard is investigating the fire on a vessel at the Port of Houston, Texas, that killed two crew members.
The...
Volume Remains Steady On The East Australian And Pacific Front
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We see a drop in C5 enquiries this week, mostly with late January dates. On the East Australia coal and Pacific front, volume remains...