Tag: COVID-19
Adopting Universal Mask Policies Can Avert Future Lockdowns, Says CDC
CDC recommends community use of masks, specifically non-valved multi-layer cloth masks, to prevent transmission of SARS-CoV-2.
Masks are primarily intended to reduce the...
Oil Demand Slump Reverses Amid COVID Second Lockdowns
The coronavirus outbreak is threatening to put an already stalling recovery in oil demand into reverse.
The world’s failure to deal effectively with...
Officials Detect Coronavirus on Frozen Shrimp Packaging
The Lanzhou Municipal Health Commission had found one positive sample on the inner packaging of imported frozen shrimp from Saudi Arabia.
The positive...
[Infographic] Pfizer To Ship 5000 COVID Vaccine Doses Per Container
Pfizer goes solo on U.S. shot distribution, opting out of government channels, reports Freight Waves.
Pfizer Inc. will manage distribution of its COVID-19 vaccine on...
Sustainable Biofuels on the Forefront of Carbon-free Shipping
Sustainable biofuels are one of the few options in the world today that can really play a significant role in reducing the carbon...
[Watch] Slow Motion Sneeze Demonstrates Importance of Mask
This video shows what happens when you talk without a mask, and then with a mask–all in order to demonstrate why a mask helps...
2020 On Track To Exceed 2019 Ship Sales?
According to a recent article published in Splash 247, 2020 could be on track to exceed ship sales seen in 2019.
Secondhand tonnage prices
Secondhand containerships...
First Ever Mutated Strain of Covid 19 Found in Cargo Ship
Five cases of COVID-19 have been linked to the Sofrana Surville ship, including two crew members.
Genomic testing of the virus shows the...
IMO & UNWTO Call for Safe Resumption of Cruise Operations
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) highlight the importance of the cruise sector for the world economy.
The...
ICS Introduces Shipping Initiatives To Counter Digitalization Challenges
ICS has joined with BIMCO and Witherbys to launch the second edition of the Cyber Security Workbook for On Board Ship Use.
The...