Shipping To Face $370 million Hit! New Panama Canal Charge!
New “Fresh water” charge introduced to help the Panama Canal, the world's busiest shipping routes cope with climate change.
This will cost the shipping industry up to $370 million a year.
From Feb....
There is Still a Ray of Hope To Fight Global Warming
Christiana Figueres, the world's top climate negotiator is feeling optimistic about environmental protection.
Figueres believes that the climate protests and youth strikes seen around the world in recent months will eventually lead to...
Restrictions on Use of Open-loop Scrubbers in European Countries
Ships fitted with scrubbers and trading in European ports were issued an advisory.
Ships with open-loop scrubbers need to be mindful when their ships operate in regions where scrubber discharge is banned.
They...
For Royal Caribbean, Bigger is Better
According to Michael Bayley Royal Caribbean CEO, a ship's size is not a goal in itself. The company desires to pack enough dining, entertainment, and lodging options to make all of its passengers happy,...
Ship Blocked From Jamaica and Cayman Islands Due To Virus Threat
Jamaican and Cayman health authorities banned passngers from embarking a cruise ship.
It was due to the fact a crew member exhibited coronavirus symptoms.
More than 4,500 passengers and 1,600 crew members banned...
Coronavirus Can Cause Diseases in Marine Animals!
Do you know the virus that infects us can infect animals as well? Well, most viruses can and the recently discovered novel coronavirus is no different. They apparently can infect whales. Marine Biologist Liz...
Seafarers Working Under Coronavirus Pressure Needs Redressal
With the coronavirus outbreak becoming a global health hazard, the lives of people working at sea have become increasingly difficult. Most ship crews especially cruises in Asia are in extreme fear and stress, reports Logistics...
MPA Issues Coronavirus Circular for Singapore Registered Ships
MPA released a non-exhaustive list of scenarios and provide instructions for SRS owners and managers.
It highlights the challenging issues due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
It is categorized into Singapore registered ships, service...
COVID-19 Scare: Chinese Cargo Held Off Port!
Chinese cargo ship was held off Bacolod port to prevent any possible COVID-19 infection from its crew from China.
The vessel sailed from Xiamen Port carrying 3.3 metric tons of fertilizer, consigned to...
Scrubber Delays in Chinese Yards Affecting Carrier Earnings!
According to a LoadStar article written by Mike Wackett, even before the coronavirus outbreak, scrubber retrofits on container vessels at Chinese yards were subject to substantial delays.
Severe Scrubber Delays
According to Alphaliner data, pro-scrubber carrier...