Tracking Down Shipping, All Around the World

The shipping industry is essential to the smooth functioning of the world economy, transporting around 85% of the world’s international trade in tonnage terms....

Enterprise Change

By Frank J Coles You know if Elon Musk was to attend a plenary session of the IMO, he could be forgiven if he thought...

Ship Arrested for Suspected Illegal Oil Trade

On March 9, the Nigerian navy arrested sixteen foreigners on charges of carrying out illegal oil trade. What happened? The Nigerian Navy Forward Operating Base (FOB)...

Three Stowaways Found Hiding in Chimney of the Ship

On March 12, three stowaways were found hiding in the chimney of a ship that was due to leave the Port Elizabeth. What happened? The discovered...

End Reporting Burdens Aboard Ships! EU Member States Urge

A total of 13 European Union (EU) member states, led by Denmark, have urged the Commission to eliminate the administrative burdens on maritime carriers. The...

Tow Vessel to Help Troubled Vessel Get Back into Water

On March 11, two tow vessels were dispatched to provide assistance to a passenger ferry which had been out of action since 2017. What happened? The...

[Watch] Dramatic Footage of a Huge Wave Attack

 The dramatic video has gone viral online after being posted on social media site Reddit, leaving viewers speechless. Disclaimer: This video is intended for informational...

Top 7 Checks to Keep Stowaways Away

Loss Prevention The Association wishes to remind Members of the potential for an increase in stowaways trying to gain access to vessels in South African...

Maersk Says Singapore will Remain World’s Top Bunkering Hub Post 2020

Singapore will continue to be the world's largest ship refueling destination going into 2020 and beyond, Maersk’s regional trading head, Peter Beekhuis said on...

Fuel Pipe Broke and Sets Engine Room on Fire

A fire alarm was suddenly sounded on the bridge. The master was on the bridge and acknowledged the alarm. It was evening and the...