Grounded Bulk Carrier Causes Environmental Damage
A grounded bulk carrier has become a major of environmental damage after it caused an oil spill at its grounding site.
What happened?
The grounded bulk...
Collision on the Rhine
On December 11, a tanker barge, cargo vessel and an another barge were reportedly involved in a collision on the Rhine river.
What happened?
The tank...
Fracture of Propeller Shaft Leads to Flooding and Sinking
In August 2016, the fishing vessel ‘Lady Gertrude’ began flooding through its propulsion shaft stern tube, while preparing to dredge for scallops, in the...
[Watch] Huge Plumes of Black Smoke at Bootle Docks
Shipping bosses say a huge plume of black smoke from one of their chemical and oil tankers at Liverpool docks was not harmful to...
Have You Seen the Lights? Cruise Norway and Don’t Miss Out
A 12-night Arctic cruise with Hurtigruten virtually guarantees a sighting of the Northern Lights – but if they don’t appear, you’ll be offered another...
Zero Emission Vessels 2030 Study Released
The first milestone in the IMO greenhouse gas (GHG) Roadmap is approaching: MEPC 72 in April 2018. The world is watching to see if...
First Green Financing in the Maritime Transport Sector Signed
The European Investment Bank (EIB), Societe Generale and Brittany Ferries have announced the success of the first green maritime financing under EIB’s €750 million...
New Shipping Fund Buys First Container Ships
The Maritime Investment Fund, a new shipping fund, and an arm of Navigare Capital Partners, expands it fleets by acquiring three container ships, according...
Belgium Granted Maritime Tax Extension
The aim of the scheme, which was approved under EU state aid rules, is to encourage shipping companies to register their ships in Europe...
New General Agency Agreement Aims to Reduce Shipping Disputes
A new draft standard general agency agreement, covering a comprehensive list of functions contracted between shipowners and operators and ship agency firms, has been...
Ferry Runs Aground at Calais Port
A ferry reportedly allided with a bridge located at port after it was caught in the stormy weather and ran adrift on a sandbank...
Coaster Beached to Avoid Sinking, Costa Rica
On December 8, a coaster intentionally beached trying to avoid sinking in the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica.
What happened?
The Panama flagged coaster ‘Yicel’ intentionally...
General Cargo Ship Sank in Indonesian Waters Update
On December 8, a general cargo vessel reportedly sank in Indonesian waters and the vessel was loaded with cargo when the incident occurred.
What happened?
The...
Two Fatalities After Finnish Vessel Capsizes
On December 10, two maritime pilots tragically lost their lives after their vessel capsized and sank at Sea.
What happened?
A Finnpilot Pilotage vessel ‘L242’ reportedly...
Hydrodynamic Interaction Forces Results in Collision
Summary
On 24 June 2017 at about 0735, the tug Arafura Sea Delta collided with the general cargo ship Thorco Crystal about 2 NM west of...
[Watch] Wreckage of Vessel That Fired First American Shot in WWII
The infamous U.S.S. Ward fired at a Japanese submarine an hour before the attack on Pearl Harbor.
Disclaimer: This video is intended for informational purpose...
What are People’s Biggest Cruise Fears?
Everyone loves the smell of the Ocean, the feeling of wind in the hair combined with access to open bars and various fun activities....
Making Headway into Alternative Fuels
LPGreen, a joint development project between four leaders in the maritime industry, has been working on a concept design for an LPG carrier capable...
Shipping Costs are Surging Globally
The cost of moving pretty much every dry-bulk commodity — from fertilizer to salt to rocks — has surged since July, lifting the London-based...
ABB Opens First ABB Ability Collaborative Operation Center in China
ABB has added Shanghai to its global network of ABB Ability™ Collaborative Operation Centers, after formally opening a new facility to coincide with Marintec...