Bimco Publish Dry Bulk Crisis Report

Bimco has published one of a series of reports looking at the dry bulk crisis and looking ahead at the “road to recovery” for the industry. The foundation for the new report follows the conclusion...

Who’s to Blame When No One is Manning the Ship?

Autonomous shipping: Is it the future of marine industry? It is an indisputable fact that technology is creeping into virtually every aspect of our daily lives.  An ideal example - some people are so psychologically...

[Watch] Diving a Barge from WWII Sunk

Bulker Aground in Lake Superior Watch the diving a barge from WWII sunk in Apra harbor GUAM. Disclaimer: This video is intended for informational purpose only.  This may not be construed as a news item...

SKF Develops New Concept for Ballast Water Treatment Eliminating Current Weaknesses

Working to ensure that ships will be fully compliant with new rules: SKF develops new concept for ballast water treatment eliminating current weaknesses Ship owners around the world are being faced with a flurry of...

Measuring Noise Levels of Cavitating Propellers

Measuring Noise Levels of Cavitating Propellers As underwater radiated noise levels in the oceans increases, MARIN has investigated just how much cavitating propellers are to blame. Underwater radiated noise is mainly of interest for naval vessels...

Cargo Ship Collides with Tanker: Violation of COLREG Rules

A  cargo ship reportedly collided with a tanker in Tokyo Bay off Kawasaki, Tokyo.  The Cargo vessel reportedly struck the tanker’s port side causing damages to both the vessels. After the incident both vessels reportedly...

London P&I Club Reports Shortfalls on Mooring Station Procedures

The London P&I Club says its inspectors continue to note negative findings in and around ship mooring stations.  The most common findings are a lack of anti-skid deck paint in key areas, a lack...

Record Compensation Claim Filed against Container Ship

The owner of a container ship that ran aground off Taiwan’s northern coast earlier this year is facing a huge compensation claim that could set new records.  The container ship T.S.Taipei owned by T.S.Lines...

Surge in Panama Bunker Prices reaches the Highest Level

According to Ship & Bunker data, there is a steep surge in the Bunker prices in Panama.  This could be the highest level of the year; the factor behind this surge is due to...

Singapore Unveils New Bunkering Initiatives

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), took opening of the Singapore International Bunkering Conference and Exhibition (SIBCON) as the opportunity to unveil several new initiatives that form part of Singapore's continued efforts...