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Dramatic Scenes as Iran’s Commandos Storm Greek Tanker
Iran released footage of the Revolutionary Guards storming the two Greek oil tankers in the Gulf last Friday in apparent retaliation against Greece’s seizure of Iranian crude oil cargo. Armed Revolutionary Guars are seen landing by navy helicopters on the Greek-flagged ship “Delta Poseidon,” which was sailing in international waters 22 nautical miles off the coast of Iran... -Greek ReporterPosted On:1-Jun-2022
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X-PRESS container ship struck by barge, holed
Container ship X-PRESS KOHIMA, berthed at Chittagong port container terminal, was struck by a barge on May 30. Ship’s hull on a fore area was holed, in the morning May 31 the ship was moved to TSP Jetty for repairs. X-PRESS KOHIMA is deployed in Colombo – Chittagong service,.. -FleetmonPosted On:1-Jun-2022
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Eighty rescued as small ship starts sinking in Mediterranean Sea
Rescuers on board a repurposed British lifeboat have saved more than 80 people from a small vessel that started to sink in the Mediterranean Sea. German NGO Sea-Watch, which operates the Aurora rescue ship, said the under-fire EU border guard Frontex was alerted to the boat in a rescue zone controlled by Malta but sent only a drone... -The NationalPosted On:1-Jun-2022
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Inmarsat Fleet Hotspot addresses needs of crew and shipowners as seafarer connectivity becomes a requirement
Newly introduced crew connectivity requirement adds support to calls for improved seafarer welfare – and emphasises value of Fleet Hotspot to crew and ship owners. In May 2022, eight significant amendments were agreed to update the landmark Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC), including making onboard crew connectivity a requirement for ship owners... -gCaptainPosted On:1-Jun-2022
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Historic training ship sails into Malaga to open its decks to the public
The Atyla Ship Foundation, a charitable organisation which operates the historic sailing ship Atyla, has chosen Malaga as a port of call this summer. The wooden vessel, which is 31 metres long and has two masts, was built in the style of the 18th century schooners and is the only one in Spain to offer adventure holidays at an international level... -Surinenglish.comPosted On:1-Jun-2022
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First Emissions-Free Pusher Tug Elektra Delivered
A first-of-its-kind emissions-free push boat has been christened and delivered in Germany. The unique and innovative vessel, Elektra, was built over the course of nearly 2.5 years at Hermann Barthel GmbH in Derben and features battery-electric propulsion system combined with hydrogen and fuel cell technology, reportedly the world’s first for a push boat... -MarineLinkPosted On:1-Jun-2022
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US honors Filipino sailors
THE month of May is recognized as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the United States and the Commonwealth of Virginia. As the month came to a close, a celebration on Saturday, May 28, honored the significant contributions of Filipino sailors who served in the US Navy. Virginia leaders commemorated their legacy with a historical highway marker in Hampton Roads, Virginia Beach... -The Manila TimesPosted On:1-Jun-2022
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Bangladesh: Maritime ports asked to hoist local cautionary signal 3
The maritime ports of Chittagong, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla and Payra have been advised to hoist at the mast local cautionary signal three to alert vessels of a deep convection in the Bay of Bengal. Squally weather is likely to affect the maritime ports, the North Bay, and the adjoining coastal areas of Bangladesh, the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) in a bulletin on Tuesday... -Dhaka TribunePosted On:1-Jun-2022
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Yoon pledges to turn S. Korea into ’new maritime power’
President Yoon Suk-yeol pledged Tuesday to turn South Korea into a "new maritime power" based on stable shipping supply chains and advanced infrastructure technology. Yoon made the remarks during a ceremony marking the 27th National Oceans Day in Busan, which was expected to draw some 1,000 attendees, including representatives from the government, the National Assembly, and the maritime and fisheries industries... -Yonhap News AgencyPosted On:1-Jun-2022
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WinGD outlines engine room digitalisation plans for decarbonisation
Swiss engine manufacturer WinGD has published a new whitepaper outlining its approach to decarbonisation and its development programmes in five related areas – advanced engine technologies, core engine development, green technologies, digitalisation and integration, and the autonomous engine room... -Smart Maritime NetworkPosted On:1-Jun-2022
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How to rescue the world’s biggest cargo ships
Enormous container ships ferry goods all over the world, but when one of them gets into trouble – as happened with the Ever Given and Ever Forward recently – how can they be saved? The world’s cargo ships, which transport around 90% of global trade, do not always make it to their destination without incident. According to the Safety and Shipping Review by insurance company Allianz, 27 cargo vessels were lost in major incidents during 2021,.. -BBCPosted On:1-Jun-2022
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Marina releases Mismo-related updates
The Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) released Mismo-related updates and guidelines for seafarers, licensed manning agencies (LMAs) and Marina-Compliant Medical Facilities of Overseas Workers and Seafarers (MFOWS) together with their accredited medical practitioners through Marina Advisory 2022-35... -The Manila TimesPosted On:1-Jun-2022
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EPE Revolutionizes On-board disinfection with Innovative Generator
EPE has launched POWERKLOR – a complete disinfection solution for ship surfaces which generates sodium hypochlorite on-demand using only salt and water. The pioneering Greek provider of solutions for ships which safeguard the global marine environment says that POWERKLOR represents a new standard for on-site chlorine generators in terms of balancing the needs of disinfection, cost effectiveness and sustainability... -The Maritime ExecutivePosted On:1-Jun-2022
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Four sailors rescued after spending FOUR DAYS clinging to styrofoam boxes after cargo ship sank
Four sailors have been rescued after clinging to styrofoam iceboxes in the sea for four days after their cargo ship sank. The crew members were onboard the Zidane Express when it was battered by strong waves off the coast of Indonesia on Friday. Water entered the ship’s exhaust and it lost radio contact before sinking in the waters between Saobi Island and Sabuntan Island in East Java Province... -pakkikhabar.inPosted On:1-Jun-2022
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Combating piracy in the world’s most dangerous waters
The UN Security Council unanimous adopted a resolution on combating piracy in West Africa. The resolution was introduced at the initiative of Norway and Ghana, who have led the negotiations. ‘The waters off West Africa are the most dangerous in the world. Pirates have posed a threat to the safety of ships sailing in the Gulf of Guinea off West Africa for more than 10 years... -African BusinessPosted On:1-Jun-2022
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Eco-boat to revolutionise shipping industry using power of the elements
The designer of a trimaran sailing boat has promised his revolutionary ’concept craft’ can transform the way the maritime industry fishes and ships goods around the world. The vessel is powered by the sun, hydrogen and wind. The brainchild of Belgian professor Gunter Pauli, the boat is centred on environmental research. It cleans up the seas using nano-plastic filters and bubble fishing - a natural way to fish... -The NationalPosted On:1-Jun-2022
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Auramarine rolls out methanol fuel supply system for marine engines
Finnish fuel systems provider Auramarine has invested in the development of one of the industry’s first methanol fuel supply units to meet the demand for methanol as a ‘promising’ future fuel. The units are suitable for both two-stroke and four-stroke engines and can be adapted to suit the conversion of existing engines to dual-fuel methanol operation... -Offshore EnergyPosted On:1-Jun-2022
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Cruise ships cancelling sailings due to massive shortage of crew
Several cruise lines are experiencing problems hiring crew members, resulting in fewer onboard meal options or trip cancellations for some cruise passengers. During the Great Resignation, “on-land hospitality companies have not been immune to workforce shortages.” The lack of available cruise staff is increasingly influencing cruise schedules and onboard facilities... -WIC NewsPosted On:1-Jun-2022
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Bangladesh bans shore leave at Chittagong over Monkeypox
Just as the world starts to return to post-pandemic normality Bangladesh has barred seafarers from shore leave at over Monkeypox. The Bangladesh authorities have introduced precautionary measures at the main Port of Chittagong to prevent the spread of Monkeypox from sea routes. Chittagong Port Authority circular said that no crew would be granted shore leave unless it was an emergency and with prior approval of the Port Health Officer... -Seatrade Maritime NewsPosted On:1-Jun-2022
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150% jump in long-term container freight rates
Long term ocean box rates were up 150% on-year in May 2022, after a record monthly jump in prices. According to Xeneta’s Shipping Index (XSI), long term contracted ocean freight rates jumped by 30.1% in May, the highest ever monthly increase. Price hikes in 2022 have reached 55%, leaving long term rates 150% higher than their year-ago level... -Seatrade Maritime NewsPosted On:1-Jun-2022
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