Wärtsilä Signs Gate Rudder Technology License Deal

Wärtsilä announces complete integration of an innovative propulsion device - the gate rudder - within its propulsion product designs. This comes after Wärtsilä...

[Watch] BWTS Extensions Due To COVID-19!

Watch Steve Candito, CEO of Ecochlor briefing the issues arising due to the USCG's decision to extend BWTS compliance dates and COVID-19 pandemic situation. Disclaimer:...

Shipping in for COVID19 Time Bomb As Restrictions Pile Up

“Terrible accidents” could be caused at sea if shipping crew changes continue to be blocked by coronavirus restrictions. International maritime regulations require seafarers...

COVID-19: Will Seafarers Be Allowed To Disembark?

Ships and seafarers play a critical role in keeping global trade routes alive.  Preserving their health and well-being is top priority.   The protocols...

Threats That Lead To Cargo Claims!

A recent Safety4Sea article highlights control and key points mentioned in the UK P&I Club’s recently published guide for assessors and ship owners when...

[FAQ] Handling Onboard COVID19 Outbreak in Port

As the coronavirus pandemic threatens life all over the globe, INTERTANKO has released a new set of guidelines for shippers to control the outbreak...

COVID-19 Relief Measures for Singapore Maritime Sector

  The MPA Singapore urges shipping community to be vigilant and adopt good hygiene, says an article published on their website. Remain vigilant To fight COVID-19, the...

Germany and Europe Are Allowing Cruise Lines ‘Debt Holidays’

Germany and four other European countries are allowing cruise lines to temporarily suspend the repayment of export credits. it will protect European shipyards...

Crude Oil Held in Sea Storage Hits New Record at 160 Million BBL

Traders are storing an estimated record of 160 million barrels of oil on ships. Seek to tackle a glut of stocks created by...

Two Crew Members Onboard Cruise Liner Pass Away Due To COVID-19

Two crew members aboard Royal Caribbean cruise liner have reportedly died within just days. The crew member was admitted to the hospital with...