EU Navfor Detains Suspected Pirates
On November 20, six people suspected to be Somali pirates were detained by Italian mariners and their vessel were seized
What happened?
The Italian vessel ‘ITS...
Tankers Mooring Line Tangles with Tug’s Propellers
On November 17, a tug boat reportedly capsized while providing assistance to a tanker which was in pilot.
What happened?
The tug boat ‘Uqoyi’ was involved...
Skipper of Ilanga Rescued by Cargo Ship
On November 18, the Rescue Coordination Centre New Zealand received a distress call from captain of an ‘Ilanga’ vessel and he was swiftly rescued...
Is 2017 a Turning Point for LNG Bunkering?
There has been a blizzard of LNG bunkering developments in 2017, and none more notable than the announcement earlier this month by CMA CGM....
Panama Ship Registry Opens New Office in Houston
The Panama Ship Registry has opened a new Technical Office (SEGUMAR) in the city of Houston, Texas, USA, which will cater more specifically to...
Misfiring Cylinder That Ignited Lubricating Oil in the Sump of the Engine
Summary
The Admiral had left its Illinois homeport on June 18, 2016, and arrived at the Texas job site on June 29.
The crew of...
Market Recovery Helped to Stabilize Ship Operating Costs
The cost of operating cargo ships rose marginally in 2017 following two consecutive years of falls, but shipowners should prepare for higher costs led...
[Watch] Cyberhawk Conducts Drone Inspection
Founded in 2008, Cyberhawk Innovations is the world leader in UAV inspection and survey and the conversion of UAV data into powerful management information....
American Maritime Industry Dedicated to Puerto Rico
Jones Act carriers have provided regular, dedicated service to Puerto Rico for decades. The Jones Act fleet servicing Puerto Rico includes modern, state-of-the-art vessels,...
K-line Puts New VLCC into Service
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (K Line) the container, automotive and bulk shipping giant, has taken delivery of the group's latest Very Large Crude Carrier...