Tech Stars Share The Positive Sides of Pandemic Disruption

Linda Lian "The pandemic demonstrated the importance of community and our ability to adapt from face-to-face to digital and social involvement." The digital community accelerates the educational flywheel, allows for quick information sharing, crowdsources knowledge,...

COVID Pill’s Impact On The Pandemic

Molnupiravir is effective against all major coronavirus variants and is likely to stay so. With winter approaching, the pandemic in America is at a critical juncture. However, in the next months, researchers may...

Asia Residual Fuels: Key Market Indicators for Nov 22-26

The January ICE Brent futures contract was trading at $78.45/b at 0230 GMT Nov. 22, nearly $3.50/b down from $81.98/b at 0830 GMT Nov. 19, Intercontinental Exchange data showed, says Platts. Tightening marine fuel 0.5%...

Wärtsilä Launches New Smaller & Eco-efficient Scrubber Design

Wärtsilä has launched its new IQ Series exhaust gas treatment system, designed by its Exhaust Treatment business unit in Moss, Norway, says a press release published on their website. About the IQ Series Latest advancement The...

NYK Completes Third Successful Decarbonization Trial

NYK owned bulk carrier Frontier Sky, which is operated by Tata NYK Shipping Pte. Ltd., has conducted a trial use of biofuel to transport cargo provided by Tata Steel Limited, the major steel manufacturer...

Ningbo Containerised Freight Index

Weekly composite index covering 20ft, 40ft, and Hi-Cube box rates says an article published in Baltic Exchange. Baltic Exchange publishes the weekly Ningbo Containerised Freight Index, compiled by the Ningbo Shipping Exchange. Route 2021-11-19 2021-11-12 Weekly change (%) Ningbo -...

Methanol As A Marine Fuel, A Near-term Solution For the Maritime Industry

METHANOL as a marine fuel is increasingly viable in shipping’s drive for a clean, sustainable fuel mix. And is providing the experience necessary for development of stronger marine fuel standards. A recent news article...

Container Shipping’s Profit Hits Record High, Compared To Tech Giants

Liner shipping is now earning more dollars than many of the best known names in Big Tech, reports Seatrade Maritime News. Liner veteran’s analysis Liner veteran John McCown, who heads up Blue Alpha Capital in the...

Despite The Recent Decline, The Oil Market Remains Bullish

Crude oil futures were lower during mid-morning trade in Asia Nov. 22 as a risk-off sentiment continued to drive a sell-off in oil markets with Europe battling its fourth wave of COVID-19 infections and...

World’s First Emission-Free Container Ship Completes Its Maiden Voyage

The world's first electric and self-propelled container ship – Yara Birkeland – has departed for its maiden voyage in the Oslo fjord, reports Global News Wire. Emission-free shipping “We are proud to be able to showcase...