World’s Largest Container Vessels Under Construction
China is building the world's largest cargo vessels in Shanghai which is scheduled for delivery in 2019. Construction Liner ships have a carrying capacity...
Scrubber Orders Full Ahead
ECSA has conducted a survey of the scrubber installation as the 2020 deadline approaches.
The results of the survey show a steep rise...
Drones will Take Off for Shipping, Says Allianz
Drones are increasingly becoming invaluable for maritime activity.
They guide in effective decision making and also aides in commercial activity.
They are effective...
Diana Containerships Slips Into the Red
Diana Containerships Inc., a global provider of shipping transportation services, had a net loss of $42.3 million for the second quarter of 2018, when...
IoT to Boost Revenues by $154 Million
The Industrial Internet of Thing (IIOT) is set to revolutionise how industries function in the coming years. Although a third of businesses are struggling...
Gibdock Secures New ISO Certification First
Gibdock has underlined its commitment to Occupational Health & Safety by becoming the first shipyard in the Mediterranean region, and one of the first...
Women in Shipping – It’s Time for a 21st Century Workforce
In an industry facing significant skill shortages, many organisations are ready to take a fresh approach to recruiting and retaining women in the shipping...
Contaminated Marine Fuels Clog Ship Engines in Singapore Hub – Surveyor
Singapore-based marine fuel surveyor and consulting firm Maritec Pte Ltd has warned its clients this week that six samples of ship fuel sold in...
[Watch] Huge Wave Slams Boat
A SHOCKING video has captured the terrifying moment a boat was completely crushed by an enormous wave in Indonesia.
Disclaimer: This video is intended for...
Vessel Detained in Devonport Over $250,000 in Unpaid Wages
The Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) has welcomed a decision by Australian authorities to detain the Hong Kong-flagged bulk carrier Xing Ning Hai in...
Multi-boat Handling System Secures US Patent
Vestdavit has secured a patent from the United States Patent and Trademark Office for MissionEase which protects the multi-boat handling system’s unique mode of...
Ship Guard Attacked! Polar Bear Shot and killed
On July 29, due to an unfortunate series of events a polar bear was shot dead by a polar bear guard after it attacked...
Cargo Containers Fall Off Ship at NIT
On July 29, several containers fell off a cargo vessel berthed at Norfolk International Terminals.
What happened?
The vessel ‘Cutter Razorbill’ was docked at the Norfolk...
Contaminated Marine Fuels Clog Ship Engines in Singapore Hub, Says Surveyor
The Singapore-based marine fuel surveyor and consulting firm Maritec warned clients this week that six samples of ship fuel sold in Singapore had resulted...
Wind Gust Puts 4 Ships in Distress
4 ships broke off from their moorings in Novorossiysk after a wind suddenly changed direction.
What happened?
Four ships broke from their moorings or dragged anchor...
The Commas that Cost Companies Millions
Commas play an important role in drafting contracts.
A misplaced comma can cost you a hefty sum of money.
In certain cases, people...
Tanker Operators Beware! Checklist for Unscrupulous Inspectors in Ports
Standard P&I Club has issued the following alert to members regarding problems relating to so-called 'ecological inspectors' in Ukraine.
In line with other alerts
This alert...
Tide has Turned in Favour of Scrubbers at Long Last!
It’s now time for scrubbers!! Says a shipandbunker article as there seem to be an increasing interest in showing them up as the preferred...
Class Societies Home in on Fuel Cells and Methanol
Class societies’ work with alternative fuels, from LNG to methanol and fuel cells, will boost their use within the cruise ship and ferry sector
Class...
Hovensa Restart a Bet on Marine Diesel Demand
The company ArcLight Capital is contemplating on betting based on a brief surge in sour crude margins as it will recoup a $1.4bn investment...