Divers Descend 430 Feet to Reach Sunken Freighter
In rare feat, divers descend 430 feet to reach freighter that sank in Lake Michigan in 1929
Descending more than 400 feet below the surface of Lake Michigan last weekend, in near-total darkness cut only...
Ship Owners Get Ballast Water Breathing Space
The new installation timeframe approved at MEPC 71, as visualised by the American Bureau of Shipping
The MEPC’s decision to extend the installation timeframe for the Ballast Water Management Convention was one of the biggest...
Short Circuit Caused Fire
On August 8, a short circuit reportedly caused a fire on the ship. The vessel was docked at port when the incident occurred.
What happened?
The vessel ‘Arja’ which was docked port of Werkendam reportedly caught...
Tanker Helps Sailors Vessel on Fire
On Aug 4, 2017, a tanker was assigned the task of assisting a motor yacht which reportedly caught fire at Sea.
What happened?
The tanker ‘Navigator Grace’ was immediately diverted to the motor yacht "Soul" which...
[Watch] Slips, Trips and Falls
SLIPS, TRIPS & FALLS – The largest provider of personal injury casualties on board vessels.
Disclaimer: This video is intended for informational purpose only. This may not be construed as a news item or advice...
Oil Pollution Fears Raised as Supertankers Anchor Off Southwold
Oil pollution concerns have been raised by the authorities after a cluster of supertankers were seen anchored off the Suffolk coast.
What happened?
Close to fifteen crude oil tankers have been anchored 10 and 15...
[Watch] Behind the Scenes Look into a LNG Vessel Dry-docking
Docking, cleaning, blasting, painting, anchor replacement, shaft inspection, propeller cleaning and testing, lifeboat inspection and testing, cargo tank inspection and testing, pump overhauls, main engine inspection, sea chest inspection, bridge upgrades and many more inspections,...
LNG Marine Fuel: A Hot Spot for a Cold Fuel
Despite the current oil price dip, large marine operators continue to pursue the use of natural gas as a fuel that offers long-term price stability, operational simplicity, and environmental advantages over scrubber systems, low-sulfur...
How Much Oil is on that Ship?
Like many people with an interest in the maritime industry, NOAA's Doug Helton has been following the story of the huge container ship Benjamin Franklin that recently visited Seattle's port.
The news stories about it...
Is this the Beginning of the End for the Freight Forwarder..??
By Hariesh Manaadiar
In response to the question Who is a Freight Forwarder, I explained that in the most succinct and layman terms, a Freight Forwarder maybe defined as a multi-function agent/operator who undertakes to...