TT Club Unveils Guidance on Operation of Tank Container

Tank containers are crucial in the international supply chain to distribute cargoes. ITCO released its 2020 Global tank container fleet survey amid COVID-19. ...

Carnival Corp Hit by Ransomware, Customer Data Stolen

Carnival Corporation and Carnival plc have detected a ransomware attack. The hackers have accessed and encrypted a portion of their IT systems. Unauthorized...

Ship Auction Platform Closes Chemical Tanker Deal at $20M

Recently, a chemical ship sold for a price in the region of $20m imported by ShipBid has handed over successfully and put into...

First Successful Mobile Degassing Installation Trial

A initial trial using a new mobile degassing installation on the public quay of the Seinehaven in Rotterdam has been successful. On 7...

Hapag-Lloyd Enters Technology Coalition for Port Call Efficiency

Intelligent Cargo Systems and German shipping company Hapag-Lloyd have entered into a technology partnership. The fleet performance platform 'CargoMate' provides carriers with real-time...

MSC Cruises Set Sail After a 5-Month Pandemic Hiatus

The first major cruise ship to resume tours of the Mediterranean since the coronavirus pandemic hit Europe set sail from the Italian city...

‘No Impact of COVID19’, Says Maersk CEO After Q2 Profitability in...

In a major development, the shipping giant has released their 2020 Q2 profit report today highlighting profitability in all sectors, says a press release...

[Answer] How To Maintain COVID Safe Operations Between Ships?

The pandemic has made everyone's life miserable, especially of those working at sea. yet they seafarers are continuously risking their lives and working in...

What Does COVID19 Mean for Pets?

COVID19 is scaring pet owners as more and more pet cases emerge. Although the number is still very few and the disease isn't...

World Container Index 43.5% Up, Says Drewry

World Container Index Up 43.5% Versus Same Week of 2019. WCI increased by 1.5% to $2,089.41 per 40ft container. The average composite index...

Reality of Frozen & Packaged Food Spreading COVID19

There are increasing reports of covid19 cases linked to frozen and packaged foods. 10 in 100s of packaged food tests positive for the...

Bunker Disputes Can Cost Upto $100,000/Year Per Ship

Veritas Petroleum Services produces white paper on quantity shortage prevention for bunker fuels. Indicates an average financial loss relating to fuel delivery can...

BIMCO & ICS Launching ‘Fit for the Future’ Workforce Report

BIMCO and ICS Prepare for New Seafarer Report for ship operators, agencies and governments for crewing and training. An industry standard resource to...

Out of Control Bulk Carrier Rams Pier

A bulk carrier contacted the pier during berthing maneuvering at Puerto Cortes, Honduras, on Aug 17, reports Maritime Bulletin.  What happened? Bulk carrier FEDERAL CARIBOU contacted...

Tanker Carrying 1,300 mt Raw Gasoline Collide With Cargo Ship

A tanker carrying 1,300 metric tons of raw gasoline, drifted off course due to steering gear failure and collided with a cargo ship, reports...

Weekly Tanker Report – Week 33, 2020

The Baltic Briefing has issued the tanker report for the 33rd week of this year. The report dated 14th August 2020 provides a valuable...

2020 Fuel Sulphur Change Poses Challenges To Shipping Industry

As shipping moves toward a future powered by cleaner fuels, IMO’s global sulphur cap offers some valuable lessons to ensure the safe and...

Mauritius Disaster Fuels Outcry on Yemen Oil Tanker Action

The outcry is getting louder for UN officials to gain access to a rusting oil tanker moored off Yemen. As already the world...

COVID19 Virus Mutation Making It More Infectious But Less Deadly

Mutation of the novel coronavirus in Europe, North America and parts of Asia may be more infectious but appears less deadly. Evidence suggests...

Maersk Veteran Appointed CEO of Westwood Shipping

Jack Mahoney has been named president and CEO of Westwood Shipping. He succeeded Guy Stephenson who retired as president and CEO in 2007. ...