Fuels, Lubricants & Green Marine

International Maritime Organization (IMO) fuel rules entering force in 2020 mandate a drastic sulfur reduction. By 2050 the mandate is to cut greenhouse gas...

‘Be Realistic on Compliance’ Plea from Shipping as Tough Bunker Rules Loom

Compliance is becoming a key issue amongst the shipping industry heavyweights as they gear up for the 2020 sulphur cap.They want a “pragmatic approach”...

Failure of Slip Ring Leads To Loss of Propulsion

Summary On 9 February 2017, the passenger cruise ship Norwegian Star departed Melbourne, Australia, on a scheduled cruise to Dunedin, New Zealand. There were 2,113...

CMA CGM’s Founder Saade Dies at 81

June 24 saw the end of the legendary Jacques Saade. The 81 year old Lebanese immigrant who founded French shipbuilding firm CMA CGM breathed...

China Shipping Terms: Ignorance is NOT Bliss

A report published in the ChinaLawLog clearly demarcates why we should know the standard shipping terms while doing business in the country. They say...

Moody’s Sees Stable Outlook for Global Shipping

A report published in Moody’s website highlights their outlook for the global shipping industry. As per the report, the next 12 months are looking...

Going with the Grain a Win for Ports

The global trade of grains does not generate the same volumes as coal and iron ore. But as a cargo, grains tend to be...

Chinese Vessel Sinks Off Vietnam’s Northern Coast

On June 24, a Chinese vessel reportedly sank of Vietnam's northern coast and its crew members were rescued. What happened? The Chinese vessel was enroute from...

[Watch] Tanker Breached, Major Oil Spill in Rotterdam

On June 24, a breached tanker was a major source of oil spill when it leaked 200 tons of fuel oil into the Sea. What...

Hydraulic to Lower the Wheelhouse Failed Resulting in Allision

On June 23, a container ship allided against the Palmrain bridge due to low hydraulic power. What happened? The vessel ‘Alorba II’ was enroute from Basel...