Ruling Out Covid 19 Emergence From China Needs More Research
The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) has said further investigation is needed to conclusively rule out that Covid-19 emerged from a laboratory in China.
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that although a...
Grindrod Shipping Holdings Announced Sale of Three Tankers
Singapore-headquartered Grindrod Shipping Holdings has announced the sale of three tankers via two separate transactions, reports BMGlobal.
About The Deal
The 2013-built MR2 tankers Leopard Moon and Leopard Sun have been sold for $21.4m each, with delivery expected by April...
Countries Concerned As WHO COVID-19 Origin Study Report Delayed
The United States and 13 other countries expressed concerns on Tuesday that the World Health Organization (WHO) report on the origins of the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19 was delayed and lacked access to...
Owner of Ship Stuck in Suez Canal Says Received No Compensation Claims
Shoei Kisen, the Japanese owner of a giant container ship which stuck and blocked the Suez Canal for almost a week, has not received any claims or lawsuits to seek compensation for damages from...
Gasum Publishes Responsibility Highlights in 2020
The energy company Gasum has published its Corporate Responsibility Report and Responsibility Highlights for 2020. The report focuses on key impacts from the social, environmental and economic perspectives.Gasum takes determined steps to promote sustainable...
KR Granted AIP for 1st 8K Ammonia Bunkering Vessel
The Korean Register (KR) has granted approval in principle (AIP) for an 8K ammonia bunkering vessel, the first of its kind in Korea, reports offshore energy.
Joint Development Project
The bunkering vessel is owned by KMS EMEC,...
[FAQ] What Is Drayage & Why Is It Important?
Drayage is a key component of transporting cargos for short distances, usually within a city or region.
Drayage forms a crucial part of the logistics supply chain for a host of businesses.
Its...
Djibouti in Bunkering Spotlight Amid Suez Canal Crisis
The Suez Canal blockage has delivered a significant boost to marine fuel volumes at Djibouti highlighting the country's potential as a bunkering location for ships passing through the Gulf of Aden and the Red...
Another Cargo Vessel Runs Aground Echoing Suez Canal Crisis
An 80-metre ship came loose from a mooring and drifted across the channel, becoming solidly grounded across most of the mouth of the River Arun, prompted unwelcome echoes of the Ever Given crisis in...
ICS Issues Statement on Cargo Ship Refloating
A ICS press release reports the statement from Guy Platten, Secretary General of the International Chamber of Shipping, on the refloating of the Ever Given.
Traffic resumes to normal!
Along with the wider shipping community, ICS...