[Watch] Video Animation Shows ULCC on the Move After Two Years
The ultra-large crude carrier Seaways Laura Lynn is back on the move after spending more than two years moored in the same spot off the coast of Oman.
The vessel, one of the two...
Petronas Signs Up for Ship-to-Ship LNG Transfer
To facilitate ship-to-ship LNG transfer, Petronas LNG Ltd has signed a two year service agreement with Argo Engineering and Eastport Marine.
Argo has vast experience in LNG shipping operations supported by a network of experienced...
Five Predictions for the Tanker Market in 2018 by Sovcomflot’s
The tanker market in 2018 will be gas fuelled, highly regulated and see pre-2000 levels of private and state tanker company ownership according to Sovcomflot UK's Lord Nicholas Fairfax at this year's Tanker Shipping...
VIKING Becomes IMPA ACT Preferred Supplier
Global marine, offshore and fire safety equipment and servicing provider VIKING Life-Saving Equipment has announced it is now a Preferred Supplierunder the IMPA ACT programme.
IMPA ACT is an initiative of the International Marine Purchasing Association (IMPA) that commits its member shipowners, ship operators,...
Inmarsat Opens World-leading Facility in Ålesund
Inmarsat, the world’s leading global mobile satellite communications company, has opened a new office, at the Norwegian Maritime Competence Center (NMCC) based in Ålesund, Norway, to continue to drive the digitalisation of the shipping industry.
The opening of the facility in the heart of Norway’s leading edge maritime community, signals Inmarsat’s intention to...
Broken Down Cargo Ship Towed to Scapa Flow
A cargo vessel which experienced engine trouble off Wick earlier today is heading for Scapa Flow tonight, being towed by the local tug Einar.
Wick Lifeboat was initially tasked to the vessel, the 88m long Bahamas...
Singapore Ship Fined for Dumping Garbage
On November 21, a Singapore vessel was reportedly fined for illegal dumping of garbage near the Hainan beach.
What happened?
On December 20, the Singapore vessel ‘Tai Hung San’ was discovered illegally dumping household garbage into...
Maersk Line Crew Saves Fishermen Stranded at Sea
On November 22, five fishermen who were stranded at Sea were rescued during a routine journey by the Maersk line.
What happened?
The crew of ‘Mathilde Maersk’ were enroute from Singapore to Yantian when they spotted...
US Navy Aircraft Crash: Eight Rescued Off Japanese Coast
On November 21, a US Navy aircraft reportedly crashed at Sea after suffering from engine failure.
What happened?
The US Navy aircraft was reportedly carrying eleven people including crew members and passengers when it crashed off...
Failing To Ballast the Bulk Carrier Appropriately Grounds It in a Storm
Summary
On 23 May 2007, the Panamanian registered bulk carrier Pasha Bulker anchored 2.4 miles off the coast near Newcastle and joined the queue of 57 ships in the anchorage. All of Pasha Bulker’s cargo...