[Watch] Greek ship BURSTS into Flames with 1,000 People Onboard
A viral video is doing rounds on the social network shows a ferry ship carrying hundreds of tourists burst into flames.
What happened?
The Greek ship...
Why a Hybrid Approach Makes Sense for Small Tankers
DNV GL business development manager, Ole Vidar Nilsen makes the case for auxiliary engines on all future small tanker newbuilding projects.
Joint Industry Project (JIP)
DNV...
IMO 2020 to Alter Global Fuel Economics: Will Refiners Gain?
IMO’s 0.5% sulfur cap will cost the maritime industry around $40 billion.
As of now 66% of shipowners are opting for LSFO and...
It’s a Cylinder Liner
A replaceable cylinder which fits into a cylinder block.
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Cruise Ship Drydocking Infographic
The cruise ship dry docking and refit market is estimated to be a $3 billion annual business.
This is highlighted in a one-page infographic that...
Targeting Transparency on Fuel Consumption
Targeting transparency on fuel consumption is a good method of ensuring fuel efficiency.
Operating speed is a key determinant of fuel consumption and...
Endeavour by Peter Moore Review – the Ship that Changed the...
From the oak of its timbers to a watery grave off Rhode Island, this is an amazing story of the Endeavour and its remarkable...
Air Lubrication System Reduces CO2, Noise and Vibration Emissions
The Silverstream systems have been installed onboard the Diamond Princess to provide reduction in delivery of fuel cost and emissions.
Reduce fuel consumption and emissions
The...
U.S. Consulate General Mumbai Honors 26 Indian Shipping Companies
On August 28, the U.S. Consulate General Mumbai organised an award ceremony and recognised 26 shipping companies that participated in the U.S. Coast Guard’s...
Carnival Cruise’s Newest Ship Strikes Manhattan Dock
On August 28, a new cruise ship completed its cruise on a bumpy note when it collided with a dock on Manhattan’s West side.
What...
Technology Providers Unveil Gas-fuelled Ships Partnership
The leading ship technology providers have announced a partnership to optimise the integration of engines, fuel gas systems and storage on gas-fuelled ships, reports...
Can FG’s E-surveillance Curb Maritime Crimes?
Nigeria has faced 20 vessel attacks in 2018, of which 16 were in Brass, Bonny and Bayelsa coast.
A cumulative loss of 40000-100000...
Verify Gross Mass (VGM) Weight Submission
Maersk Line publishes FAQ’s on the implementation of the new SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) requirement for the verification of container weights. In...
Can You Name this Ship Part?
Watch out here for the right answers and the winners. Please provide your profile picture and a brief about you to be featured here....
Aurora in World First Ethane Fuel Conversion
ABS Navigator Aurora transformed into a Enthane Fueled Vessel.
The first ship in the world to do so proved the viability of enthane...
Recycling Washington’s Ghost Ships Could Turn Trash into Treasure
Cleaning up and recycling old ships might spark rural employment and also help in pollution control. Keeping this in mind, the DNR wants to...
Big Data to Optimise Empty Container Logistics
Marlink has signed an agreement with Transmetrics to establish a strategic business partnership aimed at predictive logistics optimisation for maritime customers. The agreement will...
World’s 1st Port to Depart a 19,000 TEU Vessel
The Pelabuhan Tanjung Pelepas Sdn Bhd (PTP) has been identified as World’s first port to depart a vessel with a load of over 19,000...
Suez Canal Transit Hits Record High
On August 26, the Suez Canal hit a record high with 49 ships transiting the international waterway carrying 4.2 million tonnes.
What happened?
The navigation feat...
Ship Crew Distressed! Stowaway Cat ‘Euthanised’ for Biosecurity
A stowaway cat rescued from the waters and named as their mascot has been killed due to biosecurity hazard.
What happened?
The crew members onboard a...
