Could a Vessel Fire Sink Your Company’s Supply Chain?
Though the cause of the fire on the Maersk Honam is unknown at this point, it's one of a spate of fire disasters at sea that cost lives and caused property damage and supply...
Charterers, Shipowners Beware! Fines for Polluters Increased
A new financial year brings with it an increase in the fines for those polluting Australian waters. Ship owners, charterers, masters, operators and their insurers should be aware of potential liabilities for fines in...
[Watch] Amazing Aerial View of World’s Largest Shiplift at Three Gorges Dam
Amazing aerial view of world's largest ship elevator at world's largest hydropower project.
Disclaimer: This video is intended for informational purpose only. This may not be construed as a news item or advice of...
It’s a Chain Stopper, Cable Stopper
A fitting used to secure the anchor chain when riding at anchor, thereby relieving the strain on the windlass, and also for securing the anchor in the housed position in the hawsepipe. Chain stopper...
Tsuneishi Shipbuilding Announces a Model Change for its Best-selling Ship Kamsarmax
A next-generation model
TSUNEISHI SHIPBUILDING Co., Ltd. will implement a model change for its best-selling Panamax ship, the Kamsarmax Bulk Carrier, with improvements for environmental performance and operation profitability.
The basic concept of the new model...
New Cargo Ship Oleander Marks a Milestone
A crucial step in the building of a new version of the cargo ship, Oleander has been celebrated from the shipyard in China where the vessel is under construction.
Bermuda Container Line has announced the...
Partner Carriers Hit for $120m After Disappointing First Quarter for ONE
Ocean Network Express (ONE) recorded a loss of $120m in its inaugural trading quarter. It says that, “This was due to providing clumsy services in the initial stage, and a rise in bunker prices...
UAE Inquiries for Marine Fuel Spike
Numerous inquiries for marine fuel supplies in the United Arab Emirates' (UAE) Fujairah oil hub are increasing as shippers are trying to avoid loading tainted fuel oil that has clogged and damaged ship engines...
Coal Ship Sinks in Aceh Waters Due to High Tides
On July 30, a barge loaded with coal submerged in the waters of Aceh Besar district after it was slammed by rough waves.
What happened?
The barge ‘TB Marina’ loaded with 7,000 tons of coal was...
Swedish Coast Guard Works to Clean Up 14,000-litre Oil Spill
On July 30, Swedish coast guards are working to clear up an oil spill that was caused by heavy winds after a large freight ship ran aground off the country's southeastern coast.
What happened?
On July...