EMSA Publishes 2018 EU Seafarer Statistics
EMSA has published a statistical review report based on data extracted.
The data is extracted from certificates and endorsements registered by the EU...
Nakilat Transitions LNG Carrier from Shell To In-house Management
Nakilat assumes operations of LNG carrier Al Samriya from Shell as part of its planned fleet management transition programme, says a press release published...
A New Tool To Safeguard North Atlantic Right Whales
An Innovative tool to protect North Atlantic Right Whales from high speed vessels is launched.
North Atlantic right whales are one of the...
ILO Focuses on COVID19 Safe Crew Transit
COVID-19 has impacted all aspects of life and badly affected the world of seafarers.
ILO has published revised guidelines on maritime labour issues...
Circumstances Outlined for Seafarers’ Repatriation
RMI outlines the circumstances under which seafarers must be repatriated by shipowners or operators, says an article published in Safety4Sea.
The new Marine Notice
RMI outlines...
UK Reveals Continued Drop in Offshore Covid-19 Cases
According to the UK’s offshore oil and gas sector (OGUK), suspected offshore Covid-19 cases continue to fall, says an article published in Safety4Sea.
Fall in...
£174,000 Flying Angel Campaign for Seafarers Benefit
Seafarers UK and the Grimaldi Foundation, generously donate a combined £174,000 to The Mission to Seafarers.
Raising funds through the Flying Angel Campaign...
Quality Concern Strikes Bunker Fuel Market
Doubts over the quality of the bunker fuel have resurfaced among market participants as floating storage continues to be high in Asia and...
Unsafe Crew Change Attracts Severe Flak From Stake Holders
The recent crew change in Hong Kong following a third wave of the Covid -19 virus has drawn severe criticism.
As a result,...
Container Ship Crew Member Falls Overboard
A container ship MAERSK EUREKA lost a man overboard on July 29 in the Pacific ocean, NW of Los Angeles, writes Nikolay Torkin for...
[Watch] USCG Responds to Distressed Cargo Vessel in Rough Weather
U.S. Coast Guard air and surface rescued crews at Sector San Juan, responded and assisted the distressed M/V Island Express.
The M/V Island...
[Watch] Grounded Product Tanker Refloated After 10 Days
The product tanker Nordic Wolverine was refloated after being stuck for 10 days at Barranquilla , writes Mikhail Voytenko for Maritime Bulletin.
Tanker runs aground
Product...
Meet the Animals That Have Been Practicing ‘Social Distancing’ for Ages
Studies have found that American bullfrog tadpoles were excellent at social distancing.
Garden ants also practice social-distancing behaviors when an infected ant was...
UK Regulators Tighten Sanctions on Maritime Trade
The UK’s top sanctions regulator has issued landmark guidance for all companies involved in maritime trade, instructing them to pay closer attention to...
Euro Zone Banks To Follow Dividend Ban Till Dec 2020
ECB extends dividend ban, capital relief for euro zone banks.
The European Central Bank extended on Tuesday a recommendation to euro zone banks...
What We Fail To Learn from Pandemics
The world has seen several pandemics before yet no one was prepared for this one. The National Geographic Editor-In-Chief Susan Goldberg highlights in her...
‘Maersk Flow’ Digital Supply Chain Management Launched
Maersk is launching Maersk Flow - a digital platform for customers.
It will enable customers and their partners to take control of their...
Panama Increases Ship Drafts & Gulf of Mexico Vigilance
Panama Maritime Authority issues a notice emphasizing the need for vigilance for ships in Gulf of Mexico.
It encourages all Panama Flag vessels...
[Infographic] The Roadmap To Reach the IMO Decarbonization Goal
According to an article published in DNVGL, IMO’s strategy to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from shipping affects containerships ordered today.
What are the options...
[FAQ] 12 Step COVID19 Crew Change Protocol
As the COVID19 pandemic broke out in the world, the crew change crisis mounted. The safety of the crew is of paramount importance in...