European Maritime Shipping Agency Develops Rulecheck Tool
European Maritime Shipping Agency (EMSA) has come up with a Rulecheck tool that would be relevant to each specific ship according to its type, construction date, size, etc. in terms of rules and requirements...
It is Time For “Container Monitoring” – CMA CGM
WORLDWIDE INNOVATION:
The CMA CGM BOUGAINVILLE is the first container ship ever to have in-built connected container technology thanks to the Group’s partnership with TRAXENSUnique technology, which transforms containers into smart connected objects,
Real-time container...
Crude Oil Tanker Seized by Nigerian Military
Based on the recent maritime safety and security reports, it is evident that Nigeria has been a hotbed for maritime piracy and theft. In early September, Nigeria lifted a two-month ban on 113 tankers operating...
Heavy lift Ship Collides with a Bridge
Location
: Port ColborneDate
: 30th September 2015Accident
: CollisionThe Incident: “Bridge 19” in Port Colborne will remain out of commission until at least Friday afternoon, after the cargo ship Lena J collided with it at about noon,...
Danish Authorities Arrest Drunk Master
The Master of the bulk cargo ship M/V Tonic Sea was arrested for the charges of drunken steering. The ship is anchored at off Hirtshals, Denmark. The vessel and the crew await for the...
Shell Malaysia to Reduce Workforce in Two Years
Oil and gas company Shell Malaysia has a long history in Malaysia. It will mark its 125th anniversary in the country next year. It announced on Tuesday that it aims to improve efficiency and...
New Orders Received By Cathelco
Shipyards from Turkey have contracted Cathelco for ICCP hull corrosion protection and systems to protect pipework from seawater fouling. A new 128.5 meter long subsea IMR and construction vessel, based on the ST-259 design,...
Bulk Carrier Detained Over Safety Issues in Tacoma
On September 24, the Puget Sound United States Coast Guard (USCG) boarded the ships at the Port of Tacoma for routine scrutiny exams. This led to the finding of multiple ships with deficiencies. One...
Greek Ship Owners pushed by Higher taxes
As many as 800 family-run companies that control almost a fifth of the global shipping fleet has long been a source of national pride for the Greeks. But, as Greece is debt-ridden, the prospect...
Nine Killed in Shooting at a College
On Thursday morning, a gunman opened fire at Umpqua Community College killing Nine people and injuring seven.Highlights :The 3,000-student school is located in Roseburg, Oregon, a rural area about 175 miles (280 km) south...