[Watch] Hoisted Off Maersk Vessel
A Coast Guard MH-60 Jayhawk rescue helicopter crew medevaced a 53-year-old man suffering cardiac issues from the motor vessel Maersk Eindhoven 200 miles south...
Marine Pilots Beyond Human Vision Capability with ABB Ability™
ABB has unveiled a new situational awareness solution that will make vessel operations safer and more efficient. The solution can be used by officers...
Maersk Crew Medevaced Off Cold Bay
On November 16, a man was medevaced from a 1200-foot motor vessel Maersk Eindhoven 200 miles south of Cold Bay by a Coast Guard...
Hot Work Safety Policy Ignorance Results in Fire Aboard the Vessel
Summary
On August 16, 2016, while the vessel was docked in its home berth in a non-operational status, general contractors and painters arrived to begin...
Drifting Cargo Ship Evacuated Off Bartın
On November 21, a drifting cargo vessel was reportedly evacuated after the vessel was disabled at Sea and a distress call was raised.
What happened?
The...
[Watch] Odense Canal Blocked by Grounding
On November 21, the Odense Canal was blocked after a vessel reportedly ran aground while entering the port.
What happened?
The cargo vessel ‘Arklow Valour’ reportedly...
How OPEC Cuts Could Benefit Crude Tankers: Update
By James Catlin
Summary:
Shifting crude trade flows can have a significant impact on the tanker market.
Days after OPEC announced production cuts I put out...
Hapag-Lloyd Says No to Containership Newbuilding Orders
Following its takeover of UASC German container line Hapag-Lloyd is putting newbuilding orders on hold for the next few years.
In its nine months earning...
Optimarin Shakes Up BWT Sector with Unique Promise for Shipowners
Optimarin is announcing another first for the ballast water treatment (BWT) segment. The Norwegian-headquartered BWT specialist, which has focused exclusively on the development of...
‘Arrested’ Oil Tanker Valued at R210m to Go on Auction
An oil tanker placed under arrest in Durban in June 2016 will be sold on auction on December 5.
The auctioneers said in a statement...
EU Navfor Detains Suspected Pirates
On November 20, six people suspected to be Somali pirates were detained by Italian mariners and their vessel were seized
What happened?
The Italian vessel ‘ITS...
Tankers Mooring Line Tangles with Tug’s Propellers
On November 17, a tug boat reportedly capsized while providing assistance to a tanker which was in pilot.
What happened?
The tug boat ‘Uqoyi’ was involved...
Skipper of Ilanga Rescued by Cargo Ship
On November 18, the Rescue Coordination Centre New Zealand received a distress call from captain of an ‘Ilanga’ vessel and he was swiftly rescued...
Is 2017 a Turning Point for LNG Bunkering?
There has been a blizzard of LNG bunkering developments in 2017, and none more notable than the announcement earlier this month by CMA CGM....
Panama Ship Registry Opens New Office in Houston
The Panama Ship Registry has opened a new Technical Office (SEGUMAR) in the city of Houston, Texas, USA, which will cater more specifically to...
Misfiring Cylinder That Ignited Lubricating Oil in the Sump of the...
Summary
The Admiral had left its Illinois homeport on June 18, 2016, and arrived at the Texas job site on June 29.
The crew of...
Market Recovery Helped to Stabilize Ship Operating Costs
The cost of operating cargo ships rose marginally in 2017 following two consecutive years of falls, but shipowners should prepare for higher costs led...
[Watch] Cyberhawk Conducts Drone Inspection
Founded in 2008, Cyberhawk Innovations is the world leader in UAV inspection and survey and the conversion of UAV data into powerful management information....
American Maritime Industry Dedicated to Puerto Rico
Jones Act carriers have provided regular, dedicated service to Puerto Rico for decades. The Jones Act fleet servicing Puerto Rico includes modern, state-of-the-art vessels,...
K-line Puts New VLCC into Service
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (K Line) the container, automotive and bulk shipping giant, has taken delivery of the group's latest Very Large Crude Carrier...
