Can Cargo Ships Get Lost At Sea?

MV Alta, a merchant ship that was reportedly lost has washed ashore after a storm. It had passed unseen as a drifting ghost...

Shipping To Face $370 million Hit! New Panama Canal Charge!

New “Fresh water” charge introduced  to help the Panama Canal, the world's busiest shipping routes cope with climate change. This will cost the...

There is Still a Ray of Hope To Fight Global Warming

Christiana Figueres, the world's top climate negotiator is feeling optimistic about environmental protection. Figueres believes that the climate protests and youth strikes seen...

Restrictions on Use of Open-loop Scrubbers in European Countries

Ships fitted with scrubbers and trading in European ports were issued an advisory. Ships with open-loop scrubbers need to be mindful when their...

For Royal Caribbean, Bigger is Better

According to Michael Bayley Royal Caribbean CEO, a ship's size is not a goal in itself. The company desires to pack enough dining, entertainment,...

Ship Blocked From Jamaica and Cayman Islands Due To Virus Threat

Jamaican and Cayman health authorities banned passngers from embarking a cruise ship. It was due to the fact a crew member exhibited coronavirus...

Coronavirus Can Cause Diseases in Marine Animals!

Do you know the virus that infects us can infect animals as well? Well, most viruses can and the recently discovered novel coronavirus is...

Seafarers Working Under Coronavirus Pressure Needs Redressal

With the coronavirus outbreak becoming a global health hazard, the lives of people working at sea have become increasingly difficult. Most ship crews especially cruises...

MPA Issues Coronavirus Circular for Singapore Registered Ships

MPA released a non-exhaustive list of scenarios and provide instructions for SRS owners and managers. It highlights the challenging issues due to the...

COVID-19 Scare: Chinese Cargo Held Off Port!

Chinese cargo ship was held off Bacolod port to prevent any possible COVID-19 infection from its crew from China. The vessel sailed from...