by Rakesh Kumar , Company Security Officer Reports estimated in the last twelve months, 58 seafarers were kidnapped in this region in 13 incidents by pirate gangs linked with the Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) Extremists...

Scenic Eclipse will feature the latest version of the advanced Azipod propulsion system. Disclaimer: This video is intended for informational purpose only.  This may not be construed as a news item or advice of...

Australia’s Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Norwegian shipping company Transpetrol TM, alleging it underpaid dozens of foreign crew while they were working in Australian waters. Crew underpaid: The company is facing the Federal...

When cargo holds are presented for loading cargoes in bulk and they are not sufficiently clean for the intended cargo, delays, off-hire and charter party disputes can arise. Insufficient cleaning can also cause cargo...

A Texas casino cruise ship named “Jacks or Better” crashed during a weekend evening run, with the accident coming just a little more than a week after the party boat had its grand opening. What...

A chemical substance laden container ship 'MSC Daniela', which reportedly caught fire on April 4 still poses a threat to the environment as the fire was not hundred percent doused. What happened? On April 4, the...

Make yourself aware of the relationship between Nitrogen and your ship and avoid personal injury and ship damage. Disclaimer: This video is intended for informational purpose only.  This may not be construed as a news...

Gibdock has got off to a sound start in 2017, with encouraging signs of underlying recovery in several markets. Richard Beards, Managing Director, says: “Many of our ferry clients have had a reasonable year in...

Unmanned vessels and autonomous logistics operations are set to transform the way people and goods move around. We take a closer look at how automation technology will impact the industry. Stories about driverless cars are...

Shipping could find itself in new overtonnage supply in two years’ time, if newbuilding ordering picks up pace once more As the growth potential for global trade appears to be limited for the time being,...