Baltic Exchange Sets Out Modernised Code For Freight Market
The Baltic Exchange will be introducing a modernised code of conduct for shipowners, charterers and shipbrokers using the physical shipping and freight derivatives markets.
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VLCCs, Place Your Bets!
In 2018 so far, some 17 VLCCs have been ordered, which has expanded the orderbook by 17.0% in terms of vessel numbers, according to...
Is China Changing the Game in Trans-Polar Shipping?
China with all its might is trying to change the game of shipping. It’s major focus is the North Sea Route (NSR) which connects...
Material and Technical Impact on Shipowners
Finland-based exhaust gas cleaning pioneer Langh Tech has explained how last week’s decision to prohibit the carriage of non-compliant fuel oil will have a...
Ferry Freight Service Axed After Fire
The services of a freighter were suspended following a fire that erupted onboard the vessel.
What happened?
The ferry operator DFDS axed its freight service between...
[Watch] Seal Hitchhikes on a Vessel’s Rudder
A massive cargo ship was in for a surprise after a seal hitchhiked on the vessel’s rudder.
What happened?
A video posted online showed a seal...
Captain to be Fined for Using Heavy Fuel in Port
A captain has reportedly been fined in Marseilles criminal court for violating fuel standards.
What happened?
The captain of the vessel ‘Azura’ was detained on March...
It’s a Balljoint Connection Over the Bow
Balljoint connection over the bow – A special link between a floating pipeline and hopper dredger.
Winner is Ansuman Ghosh.
Photo: J. Babicz
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Guidance will Ensure Ships are Compliant with IMO Cyber Risk
Guidance is now published and will ensure shipowners to comply with IMO’s cyber risk management requirements, reports Marine Mec.
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IMO on Track to Introduce High Sulphur Fuel Carriage Ban from March 2020
Amendments to MARPOL Annex VI to prohibit not just the use, but also carriage of bunkers above 0.50% sulphur, have been agreed this week,...