ClassNK released its “Guidelines for Digital Smart Ship,” which stipulates the procedures for class notations for ships with advanced digital technology. The guidelines are part of the society's new initiative, "Innovation Endorsement", aiming...

Singapore’s antitrust watchdog approved the merger of the world’s two largest shipbuilders. CCCS has concluded the screening process. The authorities decided to approve the deal without conditions. The deal will be completed when...

The accident report released by Marine Accident Investigation Branch analyzes the collision between ro-ro passenger ferry Red Falcon and the moored yacht Greylag. Summary of the Incident On Sunday 21 October 2018 at 08:11, the roll-on...

The book is designed as “a comprehensive end-to-end guide to exemplary safety practices for Bulk Carriers and will be useful for shipowners, ports, terminals, charterers and associations,” explains RightShip General Manager David Peel. Join...

General cargo ship rammed into Lock's closed gate while approaching Lock to enter it, via the Kiel Canal, reports Maritime Bulletin.  What happened? General cargo ship ELSE rammed into Lock’s closed gate at Kiel early in...

The below table is the most recent changes in the world fleet every week, with respect to which vessels have been sold for demolition in the last week. Ship & Bunker, with the data...

Carnival Corporation & plc, the world's largest cruise company, released its 10th annual sustainability report. The company is committed to reduce the rate of carbon emissions by 40%. Moreover, the company managed to...

IMO considers exhaust gas scrubbers to reduce vessels’ sulphur emissions. It specifies requirements for verification, testing, survey, and certification of scrubber systems. It also sets out the criteria for discharging scrubber wash water...

The supply of VLSFO has proven more than adequate amid COVID-19. Call on marine gasoil (MGO) as an expensive alternative has been less than expected. Refiners have adjusted their crude sales and changed...

According to a Loadstar article written by Mike Wackett, some 90 containerships, equating to over 600,000 teu of capacity, have found employment in the past month as carriers continue to reinstate blanked sailings and...