Bow Mariner Disaster Called The Worst Chemical Tanker Accident in History
According to an article by Shore Daily News, the 570-foot Singapore-flagged chemical & oil tanker Bow Mariner sank 15 years ago when the ship...
The Challenges of Captaining a Cruise Ship
A recent Conde Nast Traveller article chronicles the plight of women in the maritime industry, especially in the cruise shipping industry and how they...
Sliding Freight Rates Send More Big Bulk Ships To Scrapyards
Brazil’s reduced mining output, shifting China demand have hit demand for transport on capesize vessels.
A sharp decline in dry cargo ship freight...
ABB Repeats Ulstein Order for Lindblad Expeditions
In a recent development, ABB has announced that they have secured the order covering power, automation, propulsion, and digital systems for their second ice-going...
Norwegian Tanker Fleet and Their Intensive Cross-Trading Activities
Despite the abundance of crude oil on its doorstep, the Norwegian tanker fleet is mainly engaged in the deep sea, long-haul trades. Norway is...
ZIM Joins Maersk’s Blockchain Solution TradeLens
In a major development, ZIM has announced that they have signed on as a member of TradeLens, the blockchain solution from Maersk and IBM,...
Chief Engineer Indicted in Cover Up of Dumping Pollutants
The management, owner and the Chief Engineer of the cargo vessel Nederland Reefer have been indicted for falsification of pollution records, obstruction of justice...
AR Navigation System for 21 VLCCs
MOL announced that they are planning to install AR technology on vessels to support Watch-keeping and Ship operations during voyages to ensure World-leading level...
Shipping’s 2020 Rule Would Cost the Industry Upto $50 Billion for Clean-Fuel Bill
The IMO 2020 regulation shift from heavy oil to low-sulfur might hit vessel operators and cargo owners due to extra cost.
IMO 2020...
Weekly Maritime Security Report – Week 15, 2019
Protection Vessel International has released the Maritime Security Report for Week 15 of 2019. The report formulated on 24th April 2019 highlights the various security...























