IOC Kick Starts IMO Compliant VLSO Production
Indian Oil has started regular production of IMO 2020 compliant VLSFO at its Haldia refinery.
The grade is produced from sweat crude oils...
Seaspan Corporation Expand Their Fleet
Hong Kong-headquartered containership lessor Seaspan Corporation has closed its previously announced purchase of a fleet of six containerships.
A press note states that...
Container Shipping Has Come To a Halt!, Sailings Just 10% Full!
The coronavirus outbreak in China has caused major disruption to the supply chain.
Carrier sources say they can’t carry on much longer like...
International Union of Marine Insurance Concerned About Coronavirus Negativity
International Union of Marine Insurance, IUMI is concerned about the impact of coronavirus on shipping.
they fear that 2020 positivity is turning into...
Coronavirus Causing Global Cruise Booking Loss, Financial Earning Will Suffer
cruise companies like the carnival corporation are hit by the coronavirus outbreak.
they are closely monitoring the situations and have cancelled voyages in...
Scrubbers More Than 90% Reliable, Says Shipowners
The quality of materials and coatings used is the important factor in optimising EGCS safety and prevent any corrosion problems.
CSA 2020 suggests...
Addressing Critical Charterparty Queries As Coronavirus Scare Continues
Understand the yes and no moments of charterparty agreements if you need to visit an outbreak affected port.
be aware of force majeure...
Deck Cargo Fire On-Board Containership Loaded With Charcoal
Germany’s Federal Bureau of Maritime Casualty Investigation (BSU) reports of the fire on-board the 7,200 teu Yantian Express, which destroyed 320 containers.
Yantian Express on...
How Can Shippers Legally Protect Themselves from Coronavirus Delays?
shippers should be aware of legal issues enmerging for coronavirus related delays.
as a result of shortage delays and detentions will occur.
shippers...
Coronavirus Effect Delays Deliveries in Shipyards!
China went back to work but shipyards are still reeling under coronavirus attack
Work is slow and gradual with some health precautions in...