Most New Ships will be Scrubber Ready
Debate over whether or not scrubbers are a good thing for shipping and why some consider them not be their favoured solution for meeting the...
Wallem, USCG in Safety Initiative
Two US Coast Guard (USCG) marine inspectors recently sailed on board the Wallem-managed 2005-built Aframax 'Tofteviken’.
This formed part of the USCG's Ship Rider Programme,...
Fire in Engine Room Aboard a Cargo Ship in Essequibo River
On 9th November 2017, fire erupted reportedly aboard a cargo vessel “MV BELLE” that was moored at Good Success, Wakenaam Island in Essequibo River....
Market Slump has Likely Passed – Wallenius Wilhelmsen
Car and vehicle shipper Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics Asa CEO Craig Jasienski told the company’s Q3 earnings call:
The bottom of the market has probably...
Tanker to Become LNG Bunkering Vessel
On November 11, Shell has reportedly signed contract with a Rotterdam based company Anthony Veder to convert a tanker to LNG bunkering vessel.
What happened?
The...
[Watch] Take a First Look Inside MSC’s Glamorous New Cruise Ship
With just over a month before MSC Seaside sets sail on her first Caribbean voyage, MSC has given cruise enthusiasts a glimpse at what...
First Mega Cruise Ship Travels Through “Panamax” Locks
Caribbean Princess set a milestone for Panama Canal cruise sailings recently, becoming the first mega cruise ship to travel through the expanded "Panamax" locks.
The...
[Watch] Video Animation Shows Tanker Running Aground
A video animation created from satellite data shows the path of an Aframax tanker that ran aground recently on its way to Antwerp.
The 107,500...
Cyber Security Standards for Ships
Israel-based cyber security specialist Naval Dome has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Lloyd’s Register (LR), a leading global provider of engineering and technology-centric professional services. The MoU is aimed at...
Shipbuilder Wins Award for Vessel
In the 19th China International Industry Fair for developing the world’s largest heavy lift vessel, a vessel builder has received a special award.
Special award:
The...
Collision on Huangpu River
On November 10, a vessel reportedly collided with another vessel in the river and as a result capsized.
What happened?
The vessel ‘Baodilong 9’ reportedly collided...
Samsung Deploys Smart Newbuild Tanker Technology
Samsung has unveiled a smart newbuild tanker technology to effectively monitor the performance of ships.
The technology came into focus following an agreement between shipbuilder...
Europort 2017 Invigorates Future Thinking
Leading maritime exhibition Europort opened its doors to welcome international visitors to the 38th edition, once again confirming Rotterdam’s position at the heart of...
Partnership will Deliver IoT for Ship Maintenance
Ship maintenance and servicing will be enhanced through a partnership between a global shipbuilding group and an internet of things (IoT) platform builder. Fincantieri...
ABB to Deliver First Fuel Cell System for Royal Caribbean
The system is aimed to be piloted on board a Royal Caribbean International vessel and will be the first fuel cell system to provide...
MAN to Convert Three More Container Ships to LNG
A letter of intent has been signed between Wessels Reederei and MAN Diesel & Turbo over the supply to materials to convert three container...
Importance of Personal Flotation Device Usage
What Happened / Narrative:
During the routine transfer of a bulk hose between a vessel and the quayside it was noted that the shore...
Shipping Firms Pay N14 Billion to Escort Vessels in Nigeria
Due to the volatile nature of Nigeria waterways, foreign shipping companies spend over N13.76 billion ($45 million) annually to escort their vessels from one...
Venice Says No to Giant Cruise Ships
Gondolas and water taxis will never again have to vie with big cruise ships for space in front of Venice’s St Mark’s Square, an...
Piracy Ransom Expenses Recoverable
The "LONGCHAMP" – Supreme Court: Hijacked vessel costs incurred during negotiations fall within Rule F of the York-Antwerp Rules 1974.
Last week, by a 4-1...