The International Transport Workers’ Federation has welcomed wholeheartedly the outcome of the third meeting of the Special Tripartite Committee of the International Labour Organization...

An letter of intent has been signed by Hurtigruten in association with Rolls-Royce to upgrade its nine cruise ships with a gas hybrid system. Environmental...

On April 29, a container ran into a thermal oil system failure in its main engine and required assistance. What happened? The container ‘Max Producer’ loaded...

A massive cruise ship ran into a storm — and it turned into a nightmare for the poor passengers of Caribbean Cruise. Disclaimer: This video...

A ferry owned by Norwegian operator Norled is the first in the world to experiment with autodocking technology. Equipped with Wärtsilä’s innovative autodocking system, the...

With the ongoing debacle with the ballast water management convention delayed even further after 14 years of haggling at the IMO, some shipowners might...

IBIA sets up new standard for suppliers to help better develop an IMO guidance. Following its participation in the IMO’s efforts, the first edition...

A slow demand in the marine market has led to the formation of a new bond between Wartsila and Rolls-Royce. The Finnish ship technology...

Last week proved to be disappointing for those who had expected a rally and had resulted in firming rates for VLCCs when we embarked...

Every day, Wall Street analysts upgrade some stocks, downgrade others, and “initiate coverage” on a few more. But do these analysts even know what...

Diana Shipping Inc., (the "Company"), a global shipping company specializing in the ownership of dry bulk vessels, announced that, through a separate wholly-owned subsidiary,...

Constantly striving for safer welding can be challenging. Here's how you can use digital tools and streamlined processes to overcome your challenges efficiently and...

 Constantly striving for safer welding can be challenging. Here's how you can use digital tools and streamlined processes to overcome your challenges efficiently and...

Summary: On 10 June 2017, the UK registered bulk carrier Ocean Prefect grounded when approaching Ahmed Bin Rashid Port, in Umm Al Qaywayn, United Arab...

It has of course been a requirement since 2012 for certain vessels to pre-contract with a Ship Pollution Response Organisation (or “SPRO”) before entering...

On 28th April, a 71-year old man suffered a kidney failure onboard on the a cruise ship, 51 miles east of the Ocean City...

GCaptain reports that a Maersk Supply Service AHTS is undertaking a deep sea mineral study in the ultra deep waters of the Pacific Ocean....

First of its kind, a ship-to-ship (STS) marine LNG refuelling operation will be opened at the port of Rotterdam by the end of June,...

A report published in SMH highlights the recent launch of a controversial floating nuclear power plant by Russia. The new powerplant will supply energy...

Bulk carrier SHENG MING, which was loaded with iron ore, ran into trouble near Cape Town, where she was towed by tug as her...