New Satellites Expand Maritime VSAT Capabilities, Experts Say

A panel of vessel fleet information technology (IT) experts provided insight into applying advanced satellite communications during Riviera Maritime Media’s Maritime VSAT’s expanding capabilities webinar. This event was held 17 March 2022 during Riviera’s...

Permanent Daylight Saving Time Bill Approved?

The Senate passed a bill Tuesday that would make daylight saving time permanent across the U.S. beginning in 2023. The so-called Sunshine Protection Act of 2021 was approved by unanimous consent, but would still...

Wan Hai Inks A New Deal With Samsung Heavy

A recent news article published in the Splash 247 reveals about Wan Hai returning to Samsung Heavy for five more boxships. Wan Hai places more order Taiwanese containerline Wan Hai has placed a new order at...

Dorian LPG Completes Two $70m Sale

Dorian LPG has completed two $70m sale and bareboat charter arrangements with the same counterparty for its 2015-built very large gas carriers (VLGCs) Cratis and Copernicus. The New York-listed VLGC owner said the Japanese financing transactions...

Handling Russian Cargo At Ports Is Inevitable

The container industry needs to decide how it is to handle Russian cargoes at ports if it is to avoid operations being brought to a halt, according to a leading industry expert. Banning the handling...

Russian Economy Taking ‘Serious Blows’ Amid Growing Isolation

The Russian economy is taking "serious blows," the Kremlin acknowledged Wednesday, as the country's growing isolation piles further pressure on its tottering financial system, says an article published in CNN. More companies suspending operations Apple (AAPL),...

It’s Deal Time For Cruisers Traveling With Kids

A recent news article published in the points guy states that Royal Caribbean launches kids cruise free promotion — but you’ve got to act fast. Deal time for travelers  It’s deal time for cruisers traveling with...

Yet Another COVID-19 Monoclonal Antibody Treatment In Europe

  A recent news article published in the Precision Vaccinations states that Europe Recommends Another COVID-19 Monoclonal Antibody Treatment. The recent announcement of EMA The European Medicines Agency (EMA) human medicines committee (CHMP) recently announced its recommendation granting marketing authorization for AstraZeneca's...

U.S. To Take In 100,000 Ukrainian Refugees

The United States will welcome up to 100,000 Ukrainians and other displaced people fleeing the conflict in Ukraine, a senior administration official told reporters traveling with President Biden on Thursday, reports npr. Refugee admission program While...

Indonesian Coal Exports Hits Record High

Indonesian coal exports 11.5% to second highest level on record, reports Bimco. Reason for the hike Due to supply concerns at domestic power plants, Indonesian authorities banned coal exports during January 2022, removing around 30% of...