World’s Most Sophisticated Wind Turbine Installation Vessel Project
In a major development, Scorpio Bulkers Inc. announced that they have signed a Letter of Intent to construct a Wind Turbine Installation Vessel (“WTIV”)...
[Watch] The Luxurious Eco-friendly Shipping Container Hotel
Perry, the founder and principal of Ecotech Design has completed an eco-friendly shipping container hotel in California, writes Carrie for an article published in...
How Ammonium Nitrate Triggered the ‘Beirut Explosion’?
The devastating explosion at a port in Beirut on August 4 evening has again put the clock back on how ammonium nitrate triggers massive...
Chemical Blamed for Beirut Explosion Under Scrutiny
Ammonium Nitrate is blamed for the Beirut's deadly blast as it kills more than 130 people in the explosion that took place in...
Wuhan Scientist Accused of ‘COVID19 Origin’ Answers
According to a SCIENCE article, Chinese scientists explain how the recent pandemic isn't lab-made but a natural happening. Busting all the myths around their...
Shipowners Reluctant To Fix Long Term Charter Rates
Shipowners back in the driving seat, with brisk business in the charter market.
Owners seem to be reluctant to fix for longer periods...
Covid 19 Predominance Hampers Clinical Trials
Enrollment in clinical studies in the U.S. is on the rebound following the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Still, a fresh surge...
How Exactly is ‘Flying Cargo’ Gaining Momentum for Future
Flying is the most fascinating mode of transportation for many and continues to hold secrets that consumers often take for granted.
Cargo airlines...
New COVID-19 Cases Batters Struggling Cruise Industry
Cruises have resumed with a limited number of passenger liners amid COVID-19.
Multiple ships have confirmed COVID-19 positive tests among passengers and crew.
...
8 Cabin Locations To Avoid on Cruise Ships
Cabin deck above the main entertainment deck is the worst spot to stay on a cruise ship.
The area is notorious for noise...
[Register] Annual Crude Oil Summit To Discuss Export Issues
Platts is planning to host 3rd Annual North America Crude Oil Exports Summit, says a press release published on its website.
Agenda of the summit
Where...
Future of Shipping – A Gesture Towards Green Propulsion
In this article, the author speculates a gesture towards green propulsion.
Ships need provisions to conduct surveys, repair, and generate their own port...
Rising LSFO Costs Threaten Shipping Lines
Alphaliner has reported instances of idle containerships waiting for compliant fuel.
Several laden ships are at anchor waiting for LSFO bunker.
Singapore-based PIL...
Satellite Images Show Huge Craters at Beirut Port
Satellite imagery and other aerial footage of the Port of Beirut are steadily emerging showing devastating damage from the explosion.
Satellite imagery that...
First Dual LNG/VLSFO Bunkering Vessel Launched
Ecobunker Shipping, a Japanese operator of LNG bunker vessels, launched its first unit at the Fukuoka Shipbuilding yard, reads a press release on their...
Young People Should ‘Help Stop’ COVID Surge, Urges WHO
Young people must curb their party instincts to help prevent new outbreaks of the COVID-19 disease, officials at the WHO pleaded.
Tired of...
Tick Borne “Bunyavirus” Re-emerges Killing 7 So Far
A highly pathogenic, tick-borne novel bunyavirus has reportedly re-emerged in China, hospitalizing more than 60 people and killing seven.
More than 37 people...
Maersk Focuses on In-House Digitization Capacity Amidst Trade Rebound
Recently the IMD President Jean-François Manzoni had a talk with Maersk CEO, Søren Skou on the future of the shipping industry and what lies...
[FAQ] COVID19 Safety Procedures for Ship-To-Shore Interactions
Recently Vistrato and Intercargo jointly published a ship-to-shore guideline for seafarers in order to establish a proper covid19 safety protocol for them as they...
First Oral COVID19 Drug Becomes Cheapest Corona Treatment
In a major development, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited., which includes “Sun Pharma” and their subsidiaries and/or associate companies) announced that they have launched FluGuard®...
