Maersk Line and CMA-CGM Select Upgraded BoxTech Database
Global shipping lines CMA-CGM and Maersk Line have employed an upgraded database on their global container fleet, which was developed by BoxTech.
The updated BoxTech database includes a number of new functions that are expected...
Cargo Loss in Antwerp
On November 27, a cargo vessel reportedly suffered a cargo shift and lost its containers at Sea due to bad weather.
What happened?
The cargo vessel ‘Stanford’ was caught in stormy gusts of wind and subsequently...
Captain Ignored During Accident Investigation
On November 27, a ferry plying in New York city was involved in an accident when it reportedly got stuck in a sandbar.
What happened?
The ferry ‘Zelinsky’ became stuck on a sandbar about 100 feet...
Alfa Laval’s Century Onboard with New Innovations at Marintec
2017 has been a significant year for Alfa Laval, marking the 100th anniversary of the company’s first marine separator delivery. As the year draws to an end, Alfa Laval will celebrate by bringing customers...
Here is the First Ship that Runs on Hydrogen with Zero Pollution
Cie. Maritime Belge SA has built the first commercial ship that runs on hydrogen and produces zero pollution, taking the world a step closer to cargo without emissions.
The Hydroville passenger shuttle can operate on compressed...
[Watch] The First LNG Shipment to Tornio Manga LNG Receiving Terminal
The Tornio Manga liquefied natural gas (LNG) receiving terminal in Northern Finland, built under a turnkey contract by the technology group Wärtsilä, achieved another significant milestone on 27 November 2017 with the successful unloading...
Rolls-Royce Opens First Ship Intelligence Experience Space
Rolls-Royce has opened the first in a series of ship intelligence experience spaces to show its customers, suppliers and partners how the latest digital solutions can transform the marine industry.
The first Intelligent Asset Management...
Despite Worries, Panelists See Bright Future for Container Shipping
From the difficulties of recruiting young people for maritime industry jobs to the impact low-sulfur fuel requirements will have on shipping costs, leaders in the container shipping business tackled an array of questions during...
Engine Room Power Assembly Components Failure Led To $10.2m in Damage
Summary
At 0315 on August 13, 2016, under the control of the master, the Jaxon Aaron departed Wepfer Marine’s McKellar Lake fleeting area at mm 725.5 on the left descending bank just south of Memphis,...
ABB Turbocharging Tops Industry Efficiency Benchmark
ABB Turbocharging has raised the industry benchmark for low-speed turbocharging efficiency to achieve an additional turbocharger efficiency increase of 2% by performing the measurement on an actual engine on an engine testbed.
As a...