Vessel Allides with Pier in Genoa
On February 14, a ferry reportedly allided with a Colombo pier located at Genoa due to incorrect berthing operations.
What happened?
The ferry ‘Sharden’ was expected to arrive from Porto Torres to Genoa when it allided...
LNG Tanker Crosses Arctic in Winter Without Icebreaker Escort
Teekay vessel Eduard Toll is designed to cut through ice and take advantage of the opening of Russia’s Arctic coastline to the industry.
A new type of LNG tanker is at the forefront.
They...
[Watch] Icebreaker Transiting the Northern Sea Route
Soon after delivery, Eduard Toll made its way to complete both its first loading at Sabetta Terminal Russia and first discharge in Montoir, France. This marked a major milestone for shipping in the arctic...
Inquest into Crew Found Dead Onboard a Vessel
An investigation has been launched into the death of a crew member who was found dead onboard a vessel.
What happened?
A 36-year-old crew member Alfred Ismaili was reportedly found dead onboard the vessel ‘SNM Explorer’,...
Poor Supply Discipline Threatens Shipping Recovery
Demand is poised to outstrip supply in all three segments of the international ocean shipping industry in 2018, but risks of an ill-timed “ordering spree” for new ships remain, according to a recent report...
Finding Tanker Finance in a Difficult Funding Environment
New building slots will be available form 2019-2020 in major shipyards.
Funding is difficult in Europe as new banking rules are in force.
China is financing vessels under construction in their shipyards and...
Port of Salalah Now Offers Ship-to-Ship Transfer Service for Bulk Liquids
The Port of Salalah completed its first ship to ship transfer operation (STST) at Salalah anchorage, recently as part of the port’s expanding service offering in 2018. The new service was performed by Fendercare...
Schulte Strengthens LNG Hand with Acquisitions
The Schulte group has obtained the clearance from German Federal Cartel Office to go ahead with its planned acquisition of PRONAV and its fleet of six managed LNG carriers.
Long term charters
The six vessels, all...
America’s Supertanker Terminal Set to Export Oil for the First Time
The flood of crude leaving the U.S. could be about to get a major boost: the nation’s top imports terminal is testing one of the industry’s biggest tankers to load an export cargo for...
Water Ingress Off Constanta
On February 13, a vessel reportedly suffered water ingress 16 miles off Constanta in the Black Sea.
What happened?
The vessel ‘Delfi’ was loaded with diesel with seven crew members onboard the vessel when it suffered...