Matt Britzman, senior equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown: “Global equity markets are heading into Friday on a cautiously brighter footing, with FTSE 100 futures pointing to a positive open and US futures looking broadly flat after…
Health and Safety
Hantavirus precautions21 May 2026, Sharjah, United Arab EmiratesSharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority has instructed vessels to implement enhanced hantavirus preventive and monitoring measures both onboard and during port…
Nassau, The Bahamas 20 May 2026 The Bahamas has regained eligibility for the United States Coast Guard’s QUALSHIP 21 programme for the 2026–27 period, reflecting the strong Port State Control…
Please find Diaplous Weekly Intelligence Report, covering major developments within the week 13 – 20 May 2026. Download report here. For your reference, please see below the highlights of this week’s report:…
Evaluation of the Common Fisheries Policy shows the social dimension has been neglected
The European Transport Workers’ Federation (ETF) considers the evaluation of the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP), published by the European Commission on 30 April 2026, an important exercise to identify critical…
Republic of the Marshall Islands Achieves 22 Consecutive Years of QUALSHIP 21 Recognition
The Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) Registry’s long-term and consistent commitment to high quality shipping continues to be recognized by the international community. The recently released United States Coast Guard…
Good Morning Monaco Tuesday, May 19, 2026 CBS revisits Monaco’s Edmond Safra tragedy in new investigation More than 25 years after the death of billionaire banker Edmond Safra stunned Monaco…
Engineering students of AEN Michaniona in educational experience at the Eugenides Foundation
Athens, Monday, May 18, 2026 The Eugenides Foundation welcomed on Friday, May 15, 2026, 39 students from the Merchant Marine Academy (AEN) of Michaniona, specifically from the 3rd Semester of the Engineering…
Andreas Stamatopoulos and Aimilios Sapranidis question live on EPT3 102FM John Faraclas on the current geoplitical situation and how Shipping is being affected with The Strait of Hormuz and Ukraine…
Two acclaimed Greek journalists questioned John Faraclas of www.allaboutshipping.co.uk in London on the current warring situation on EPT3 102FM Radio; a very timely interview given the gloabl uncertainty with two…
ESG Shipping Awards International 2026 Celebrates Global ESG Leadership Across the Shipping Industry in Athens. 17 May, Athens, GreeceThe ESG Shipping Awards International 2026 successfully brought together more than 400…
Practical Knowledge Beyond AI: Human Wisdom in Knowledge Management and Maritime Operations
by Prof. Dr. Eng. Evangelos Markopoulos, Visiting Professor in Knowledge Management and Artificial Intelligence, and Senior Fellow at the University of Turku, Faculty of Technology, Department of Mechanical and Materials…
Good Morning Monaco Friday, May 15, 2026 Monaco health authorities monitoring hantavirus cluster linked to cruise ship Monaco’s government says it is closely monitoring the international health situation following the…
Good day. Please find Diaplous Weekly Intelligence Report, covering major developments within the week 06 – 13 May 2026. Download report here. For your reference, please see below the highlights of this…
IMO Maritime Safety Committee convenes in London to discuss safety and security of international shipping
IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez opened the 111th session of the Maritime Safety Committee of the International Maritime Organization today, which brings together IMO’s 176 Member States to discuss issues related…
by Captain Michalis Fragkias The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is a development and publishing body composed of representatives from national standardization organizations. ISO standards provide uniform methods through which…
Anemoi Rotor Sails Confirm Long-Term Reliability as M/V Afros Completes Successful Second Dry Dock Survey
Anemoi Marine Technologies (Anemoi) has marked a major milestone for wind-assisted propulsion as M/V Afros, the world’s first bulk carrier fitted with Rotor Sails, successfully completed its second intermediate survey…
Automechanika Kuala Lumpur 2026 opens tomorrow with a 40 percent surge in visitor interest as it blends technology, trade, training and culture
Kuala Lumpur, 13 May 2026. The 15th edition of Automechanika Kuala Lumpur will open its doors tomorrow, welcoming the automotive and mobility community from 14 to 16 May at the Kuala…
TT Club urges ports, terminals and warehouses to prepare for Atlantic hurricane season forecast
13TH MAY 2026 – TT Club, the leading the leading global transport and logistics insurer, is urging ports, terminals, warehouses and transport and logistics operators to prepare for the Atlantic hurricane season for…
Posidonia 2026-Statement by the President of the Union of Greek Shipowners, Melina Travlos-Greek Shipping Moves the World
In an era of geopolitical realignments, uncertainty and multiple crises, shipping remains a force of stability, continuity and connection. Shipping moves the world, keeping economies functioning, societies supplied and people…
Berg Propulsion is providing the propulsion technology and systems integration to optimise performance of the second and third vessel in India’s Green Tug Transition Programme. Hönö, Sweden, 11 May 2026: Marine propulsion solutions…
MARITIME IMPACT – Our expertise in stories What global change means for shipowners Geopolitical change is influencing trade, regulation, and operational priorities. In our latest Market Views episode, NYK’s Carl‑Johan Hagman shares views…
How to document PFOS-free fire extinguishing foam on board Information for: Owners/managers, shipyards, manufacturers, and flag states. NEED TO KNOW All firefighting foams on board (fixed systems and portable equipment) must…
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