Global Supply Chain to Get Breakbulk Relief Soon
As more vessels are scrapped, and new ships launched, industry analysts are forecasting a long overdue rebound in the breakbulk sector. Multipurpose shipping—including bulk and project cargo—is also expected to improve over the next...
LNG Tankers Stranded Off Singapore, Malaysia as Demand Weakens
Reuters quoted traders stating that “a fleet of half a dozen tankers carrying unsold liquefied natural gas (LNG) is floating in Singapore and Malaysian waters for up to two weeks as winter demand in...
Panamax Vessel Rates Surge to 5-year High
As per media reports, Panamax dry bulk vessel rates have surged 18% over the past month to near five-year highs amid strong Pacific coal transportation demand and a lingering Chinese appetite for Brazilian soybeans.
Laurence...
LOOP Appears to Ready Another VLCC Loading
According to reports, the Louisiana Offshore Oil Port appeared to be preparing to load another VLCC on October 30.
VLCC arrives at LOOP
On October 19, the VLCC 'Xin Wei Yang' arrived at LOOP laden with...
[Watch] Incredible Story Behind a Creepy Ship Graveyard in New York City
Disclaimer: This video is intended for informational purpose only. This may not be construed as a news item or advice of any sort. Please consult the experts in that field for the authenticity of...
Plane Crashed into the Sea Killing 189 Passengers
The world is taken aback by yet another deadly plane crash. This time it is Flight JT 610 which went down after taking off from Jakarta with 189 passengers and crew on board, reports...
Mobile BWTS Tested on Great Lakes
In a recent development, Global Diving & Salvage, Inc. has done mobile ballast water treatment system demonstration called Ballast Responder, on board the 730-foot bulk carrier Tim S. Dool on the Great Lakes. The...
Better Port Info Could Cut Ship Emissions
A new study has revealed that keeping the ships informed in advance about berth availability prior to arrival could enable their sailing speed, save fuel and money and lower emissions.
Reduce consumption of valuable resources
The study...
Pirates Seize Eight Polish Crew, Three Others from Ship
In a drastic turn of events, a group of pirates boarded the container vessel 'MV Pomerania Sky' off the coast of Nigeria and kidnapped eleven crew nembers including eight sailors from Poland.
What happened?
On October...
Couple Found Hidden Camera Aimed at Bed in Cruise Ship
A couple onboard a cruise ship discovered a hidden recording device in their stateroom on a Carnival Cruise ship.
What happened?
The couple Chris and Dana White say they were aboard the Carnival Fantasy out of...