On the International Day of the Seafarer, IMO Secretary-General Mr. Arsenio Dominguez pays tribute to the 2 million seafarers who keep global markets functioning and supply chains going. In a video…
Maritime Accidents
Leading Greek Shipowners meet to engage and share approaches to the challenges and opportunities facing shipping and the health of the oceans Bureau Veritas (BV), a world leader in testing,…
RID-ADR Joint Meeting – Working Group on Tanks – Inter-Sessional Meeting – Dual Approval of Tanks 6.7 and 6.8 – Tue 9 July – REGISTER TO ATTEND
Next Meeting: Tuesday 9 July (15:00 CEST) Dear RID-ADR Tank Working Group Members We are now arranging the next Inter-Sessional Meeting, which will be held via Zoom, on Tuesday 9 July at 15.00…
IMO Secretary-General appalled at latest attack in the Red Sea and demands maximum assistance for seafarers Statement by IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez: “Once again, I am appalled at the fact…
There is now a clear 10-year trend showing significant improvements in safety across the dry bulk shipping sector.• In 2023 there was one loss of a dry bulk vessel and…
The key bridge Allision: A Comprehensive Analysis of the 2024 Incident in Baltimore.
Additional booking slots and draft adjustment11 Jun 2024, Panama Canal, PanamaThe Panama Canal Authority has announced additional booking slots in the Neopanamax and Panamax locks.READ MORE Report of Marine Incidents11…
Posidonia 2024 see flury of new business deals as Shipping Industry makes statement of intent in a boost for global trade and economic growth
The 28th edition of the biennial Posidonia Exhibition came to an end today proving once again that it is the most sought-after event to conduct business and set the policy…
by John Faraclas I must admit that I have participated in numerous technical committee gatherings hosted by various maritime institutions and classification societies over time. However, I must acknowledge that…
New Zealand – The crew of MV Moana Chief, a New Zealand-flagged vessel operating under Pacifica Shipping (Pacifica), was awarded a Certificate of Achievement at the 2023 New Zealand Search…
Under certain circumstances – in congested waters, during manoeuvring or in harsh weather – a blackout can lead to loss of life or damage to property, infrastructure and/or the environment. This…
John Faraclas live on the global ERT Radio “Voice of Greece”, on the programme “Greeks everywhere “, with Thanasis Choupis.
Issues discussed: 1.A full discussion on Shipping and Geopolitics in the shadow of the fierce conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza.2.On the state of alert in the strategic importance of straits all…
InterManager, the international trade association for the ship management sector, has been keeping accident statistics for a number of years as a way of aiding its work as a Non-Governmental…
The global energy transition: how the Blue MBA elevates leadership skills to meet the challenges*
by Irene Rosberg, Programme Director, Executive MBA in Shipping and Logistics (The Blue MBA), Programme Director, Blue Board Leadership Programme (BBLP), Copenhagen Business School. Black swans – unforeseen, high-impact events exemplified…
Transit Date Advancement Fee for all Market Segments07 May 2024, Panama CanalThe Panama Canal Authority allows vessels to advance transit date with applied fee.READ MORE Traffic Suspension Due to Engine…
London, 01 May 2024: The Lloyd’s Market Association (LMA) has today announced the launch of its latest iteration of the UK Consumer Wordings Guidance. This is a comprehensive resource designed…
Motor Vessel “SHOVELER” (pictured above) On 1 March 2024, the Motor Vessel “SHOVELER” (GT 19,814 – DWT 30,928), laden with 28,600 tonnes of wheat in bulk, caught fire in the…
MAIB Report: loss of control of the powerboat Awesome near Little Thatch Island, British Virgin Islands, resulting in two fatalities
Report on the investigation of the loss of control of the powerboat Awesome near Little Thatch Island, British Virgin Islands on 2 October 2022, resulting in two fatalities. Summary: On 2 October…
Mark Heine, CEO: “The year 2024 is off to a good start. We are capturing a significant part of site characterisations in the offshore wind market, which continues to be buoyant…
Lloyds – Q1 profits better than expected, driven by lower impairments Matt Britzman, equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown: “Lloyds is doing exactly what it needs to do. Don’t focus on the…
Remembering Hull’s Headscarf Revolutionaries on the first ever National Fishing Remembrance Day
To mark National Fishing Remembrance Day The Seafarers’ Charity and Seafish are joining forces to highlight the legacy of the “Headscarf Revolutionaries” who successfully campaigned to change the law and improve fishing…
Last Wednesday, April 17, 2024, the President of the Chios Marine Club, Capt. Antonis Pitsilos and the Vice President Makis Kasmas visited the HQ of the HCG and met the…
In this quarterly publication, the NGO Shipbreaking Platform informs about the shipbreaking industry in Bangladesh, India and Pakistan. Providing an overview of accidents that took place on the beaches of…
Richard Gunn, leading partner in Reed Smith’s Casualty and Admiralty team, said: “The Court of Appeal decision in Smit Salvage BV & Ors v Luster Maritime SA & Anr (The…
Idwal Unveils Social Impact Report, Providing Unprecedented Transparency into Crew Conditions at Sea
Comprehensive Data-Driven Assessment Empowers Maritime Stakeholders to Prioritise Seafarer Welfare CARDIFF, UK 18 April 2024 – Idwal, the leading ship inspection, technology, and data business, has announced the launch of its Social…