Tow Vessel to Help Troubled Vessel Get Back into Water
On March 11, two tow vessels were dispatched to provide assistance to a passenger ferry which had been out of action since 2017.
What happened?
The...
[Watch] Dramatic Footage of a Huge Wave Attack
The dramatic video has gone viral online after being posted on social media site Reddit, leaving viewers speechless.
Disclaimer: This video is intended for informational...
Top 7 Checks to Keep Stowaways Away
Loss Prevention
The Association wishes to remind Members of the potential for an increase in stowaways trying to gain access to vessels in South African...
Maersk Says Singapore will Remain World’s Top Bunkering Hub Post 2020
Singapore will continue to be the world's largest ship refueling destination going into 2020 and beyond, Maersk’s regional trading head, Peter Beekhuis said on...
Fuel Pipe Broke and Sets Engine Room on Fire
A fire alarm was suddenly sounded on the bridge. The master was on the bridge and acknowledged the alarm. It was evening and the...
Relief For Shipowners, Market Rejuvenates in the East
Some relief for owners as the week closed out with the market finding a floor in the East. Rates on the key West Australia/China...
Panamax Spot Market Profitable than Time Charter
The most prolific question that haunts shipowners is the dilemma of employing a ship on time charter or spot market. As the dynamics of...
Chinese Shipping Firms Expands Fleet
The chinese shipping market is witnessing a sudden growth.
After a downturn of 7 years, the industry is recovering.
This optimism has lead...
Noble Group Sells Ship For $24 Million
A report published in the asia.nikkei.com highlights how the Singapore-listed commodities trader Noble Group's unit Core Integrity has agreed to sell to Bianca Corp,...
Is Your Vessel Set to Report the Mandatory Fuel Oil Consumption...
The mandatory fuel consumption data collection system for international shipping, adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in October 2018, has entered into force...
Shell Marine Prepares for More Cylinder Oil Uncertainties
The technical, commercial and regulatory variables in play when considering a ship owner’s optimum cylinder oil supply solution continue to rise. Shell Marine Global...
[Watch] Dredger Ship Capsized
A ship capsized while carrying out dredging work at the Bogense Harbor and Marina, about 200 metres off the port.
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[Watch] Watchkeeper Distracted by Social Media Results in Collision
Summary:
At 00:26 on 6 August 2017, the 5.64m recreational motor cruiser James 2 and the 26.24m commercial fishing vessel Vertrouwen collided in Sussex Bay,...
Maritime Safety Group Formed Due to Ship’s Grounding
In the late January of this year, a Maritime Safety Group was set up by the Maritime Cluster Northern Germany (MCN), keeping in mind...
MPA Thanks ICG in Controlling the Maersk Ship Blaze
On March 10, the Singapore Government, through its maritime and ports authority, thanked the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) for its prompt action in extinguishing...
Tanker Explodes! Malfunctioning Fuel Pump Blamed
On March 10, a fuel tanker erupted in giant explosion after malfunctioning of the fuel pump in northern Vietnam.
What happened?
The fuel tanker ‘Hai Ha’...
Load Shift Tipped the Vessel Around
On March 10, a ship capsized while carrying out dredging work at the Bogense Harbor and Marina about 200 metres off the port.
What happened?
The...
Ports to Ban HFO from Arctic Shipping
The German ports Bremen and Bremerhaven have joined an ambitious campaign to ban heavy fuel oil (HFO) from Arctic shipping - along with more...
ABB Wins Total Solution Order for First Polar Newbuild
ABB will deliver a comprehensive scope of power, automation, propulsion and digital solutions for the new Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. vessel that will take...
IMO Celebrates 70 Years with Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Seventy years to the day since the treaty establishing the United Nations International Maritime Organization (IMO) was adopted, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II marked...
