Negligent Crew Change COVID Protocol Jeopardizes Shipping
According to a press release issued by the International Chamber of Shipping, the shipping agency has reminded the global shipping industry that failure to...
World’s Most Fuel-efficient Product Tankers
E4C Shipping confirms an order of 2 - 4 MR products to be built by Hyundai Mipo Dockyard Ltd.
E4C is comprised of...
Sea Machine Robotics Inks a $15 Million Deal For AI Navigation...
Autonomous vessel software and systems provider Sea Machines Robotics today closed a $15 million funding round to accelerate deployment of its technologies in the unmanned...
ABS Launches App for Vessel Management and Compliance Services
ABS has launched a unique suite of fleet management and vessel compliance services.
It is powered by smart functionality and advanced analytics.
It...
New Cylinder Lube Oil Strategy To Safeguard Engines
Mark 9 engines by MAN were introduced in 2006 with an ultra-long stroke.
These engines were offered for efficiency optimization.
It recommends the...
Heavy Pitching and Hull Vibration Trigger Loss of the Containers
MAIB reports the investigation in relation with the Loss of cargo containers overboard from container ship Ever Smart. The exact location is 700 miles...
110 Containers of Toxic Waste Illegally Shipped
In a major development, Malaysian port authorities discovered 110 containers filled with illegally dumped toxic waste at the Port of Tanjung Pelepas, reports Safety4Sea.
What...
Iconic DNV GL Classified Dry Bulk Carrier Up for Auction
According to Shipbid.net, Ningbo Pioneer Shipping Company Limited has announced auction of its 1990 built 68788 mt DWT Bulk Carrier.
Where and When?
Ningbo Pioneer is...
[Watch] Huge Black Bear Takes a Nap in Kiddie Pool
According to an article published on CNN, a woman in Virginia was delighted when a large black bear decided to take a nap in...
Baltic Dry Index Falls To 1,293 Down 24 Points
According to a Yahoo News report, the Baltic Exchange's main sea freight index, that tracks rates for ships ferrying dry bulk commodities, fell for...
Significant Improvement in Port Operations Hints Report
The eleventh and final bi-weekly version of the IAPH-WPSP Port Economic Impact Barometer has just been published.
It shows a progressive improvement in...
Carrier Capsized and Sank
Chinese sand carrier with 9 crew on board capsized and sank at night Jul 26, Taiwan, Taiwan Strait, reports Maritime Bulletin.
What happened?
Chinese sand carrier...
Cargo Ships Collide, One Vessel Sinks
Cargo ships collided at around 0000 Beijing time (UTC +8) Jul 27, Taizhoum Zhejiang province, East China sea, reports Maritime Bulletin.
What happened?
Cargo ships MV...
Seafarers Exempted from COVID-19 Travel Bans
Greece announces its decision to exempt seafarers from COVID-related travel restrictions, says an article published in Safety4Sea.
Seafarers exempted
Amid the coronavirus pandemic and travel restrictions...
How Covid 19 Impacts Children
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends K-12 schools reopen this fall, as health risks should be weighed against the detriment...
800 Cruisers File COVID19 Cruise Outbreak Handling Lawsuit
Shine Lawyers have filed a Federal Court class action against the owners of the Ruby Princess.
The owners have been sued over the...
Study Finds The Best COVID19 Face Mask Material
New research shows that the most effective homemade face masks are those made with tightly woven fabric and providing a good seal along...
MPA Tightens Port Safety Measures As COVID19 Risk Rises
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), in a news release, has announced enhanced safety measures in Singapore port amid the ongoing risks...
Hyundai Mipo Gets Approval for Ammonia-Propelled Ships
Hyundai Mipo Dockyard is pressing ahead with plans to commercialise ammonia-fuelled ships by 2025, writes Sam Chambers for Splash247.
The Korean yard has been working...
Seaspan Bags Long Term Charters for “Acquired Vessels”
Seaspan Corporation announced has agreed to the purchase of two high-quality Containerships.
The purchase of the Acquired Vessels is expected to be financed...