‘Magic Hose’ Pollution: German Shippers Plead Guilty
Magic Pipe Pollution Case: Shipping Companies found Guilty
In a latest update, two German shipping companies pleaded guilty in U.S. federal court to environmental crimes related to the use of a so-called ‘magic pipe’ aboard...
Framework For Control of Search and Rescue Operations
A recent Search and Rescue (“SAR”) mission involving a North-entered ship has highlighted the role of the Coastal State in such operations.
The ship had left the load-port, passed through the 12nm Territorial Seas and...
Gas Tanker Attacked near Key Shipping Lane
Gas Tanker Attacked near Key Shipping Lane Off Yemen
Unknown assailants attacked a gas tanker off the coast of Yemen close to the Bab al-Mandab waterway in the latest flare up in an area through...
Aronnax: Safer, Without Blame
A new tool to help navigation officers learn from their actions has the potential to vastly improve ship safety without undermining the role of often victimised ships’ crews.
Singapore-based Safe Lanes, a training consultancy, is...
Imagine Ecdis and Positioning Systems Attacked!
Experts warn about the seriousness of cyber security
As ships get more sophisticated and more reliant on internet and satellite-based information exchange, “there is an increased risk because there is a way in,” said...
Seasonal Slowdown? Baltic Exchange Falls to 802 Points
Baltic Dry Index falls to 802, down 11 points
On October 26 2016, the Baltic Dry Index decreased by 11 points, reaching 802 points.
Baltic Dry Index is compiled by the London-based Baltic Exchange and covers...
[Watch] Why We Totally Wish We Worked on the Eemsborg
Watch as the Dutch cargo vessel glides through the beautiful St. Marys River at dusk.
YouTubian Dan Vaught posted this time lapse video he shot while aboard the Dutch cargo vessel Eemsborg on a recent...
[Watch] This Bike Helmet is Collapsible
The Closca Fuga is made by Closca Design.
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...
Shipping Industry Meets in Tokyo to Discuss Mutual Challenges
Some 200 representatives of classification societies, shipbuilders and shipowners came together in Tokyo last week for their annual ‘Tripartite Meeting’ on issues of common interest.
The meeting, hosted by Class NK, the Japanese Shipowners’ Association...
Bahri Wins Top Award at Dubai Maritime Event
National Shipping Company of Saudi Arabia (Bahri), a global leader in logistics and transportation, said it won the ‘Ship Owner/Operator of the Year’ award at the recently concluded Maritime Standard Awards 2016, held in...