Make on Board Fuel Testing Necessary
There are a host of issues, which can arise with both traditional heavy fuels and modern low sulphur distillates that, if left unchecked, cause...
Is Alternate Compliance Program Reliable?
Concerns flagged by Coast Guard force investigation into inspection system El Faro was under
The inspection protocol El Faro was under, which is known as...
NPS Reduces Auxiliary Engine Fuel Consumption of Feedermax Box Ship by...
Nano Protect Service (NPS) says tests completed last month shows its friction reducing process has reduced the fuel consumption of the feedermax box ship...
Faulty Horn on Ship at Shoreham Port Keeps Residents Awake
Early Friday morning, the residents living around Shoreham Port got a rude awaking due to a faulty horn.
The problem was first reported at 11.30...
China’s New Emission Control Rule has Limited Impact on Ship Operators
The expansion of China's emission control area or ECA rules to several key ports from the start of 2017 has had little impact on...
Tank Barge Lost Oil After Grounding
The owners of tanker barge Stavo which was berthed at an oil quay have been slapped with salvage costs.
What happened?
The "Stavo" remained berthed at...
Tanker Fined for MARPOL Violations
It has been allegedly reported that a tanker was penalized for disposing waste at sea.
What happened?
On February 7, 2017, the water police in Keil...
Refinery View – Meeting 2020 Demand
Despite the 2020 decision for a global sulphur cap of 0.5% now being in place, the refining sector remains uncertain on how it will...
25 Cruise Ship Insider Secrets
Whatever sort of cruise you choose – resort-style, boutique-luxury, leisurely river or adventure – you want to make the most of your precious time...
Fleet Cleaner Completes First Ship Hull Cleaning
Fleet Cleaner has successfully completed its first hull cleaning trial by cleaning the HNLMS Karel Doorman, the largest vessel of the Royal Netherlands Navy....