Safety and Risks of 2020 Fuel Blends
The 73rd session of the IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee in October meet to discuss on the safety considerations surrounding fuel management under the 0.50% sulphur limit. Also, to clarify the confusions on whether...
[Watch] Investigation After Cargo Ship Grounds on Skerries
On July 19, a cargo vessel ran aground on the rocks near the eastern entrance to the Pentland Firth.
What happened?
The 2280-tonne Dutch-registered cargo vessel ‘Priscilla’ was travelling at a speed of 10 knots when...
Maersk, MSC Join Hands with Israel on Asia-U.S. Trade
On July 19, the shipping giant Maersk has joined hands with Israel to improve trade between Asia and the United States.
Boost Pacific services
The agreement was confirmed by Israel’s Zim Integrated Shipping Services. They confirmed...
Pirate Attack Off Singapore
On July 6, a Singapore-flagged barge was attacked by pirates off Singapore coast.
What happened?
The vessel ‘Winbuild 2313’ was towed by a Singapore-flagged tug boat ‘Bintang Ocean 3’ to Singapore when it was attacked by...
What Happens to Old Cruise Ships?
Do you ever wonder where old cruise ships go to die? Well this is your answer. Cruise ships generally have a lifespan of 30 years after which they start to age and it becomes...
Genco Shipping to Acquire Two Capesize Vessels
The Genco Shipping & Trading Ltd (Genco) has initiated an agreement to acquire two 2016-built, South Korean 180 000 DWT capesize vessels for a purchase price of approximately US$98 million.
Move to promote fuel-efficient vessel
The...
Impact of Digital Access on Seafarers’ Well-being and Social Connections
Study shows the effects a lack of connectivity has on social cohesion and domestic relationships
Seafarers see online access as an important deciding factor in career choices
A new report looking at crew connectivity...
In global Race for Megaships, Lines Think Size is Everything
The Korean Shipping companies are facing the heat in this fast-paced shipping industry. Since the largest Korean Shipping line Hanjin Shipping closed its doors due to bankruptcy in 2016, reducing to only one entry...
Famous Titanic Rescue Ship the Carpathia Remembered After 100 Years
A HUNDRED years ago today the Carpathia, a ship made famous for rescuing passengers from the Titanic, was bound from Liverpool, head to Boston USA.
The ship, which six years earlier had been captained during...
Port of Amsterdam Plant will Convert Plastic to Ship Fuel
Just when the plastic hazard is starting to affect trade as well as environment, the port of Amsterdam takes a major step against that by using ship fuel which is manufactured by converting plastic...