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India: Finally, a step to energise maritime sector
The recent announcement by the Government of India (GoI) to appoint a national maritime security coordinator is a step in the right direction. For the sake of posterity, it would be useful to trace the background of when, why and how the seed got planted... -The Tribune IndiaPosted On:31-Jul-2021
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India: Docus given, yet no pension, say seamen
Since the declaration of the Goa Welfare Pension Scheme for retired seafarers and widows by the state government, in early June, the authorities have failed to release the pension amount to the seafarers and their widows, stated the Goa Seaman’s Association of India (GSAI)... -Times of IndiaPosted On:31-Jul-2021
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New Zealand: Chief Ombudsman probes seafarers MIQ concerns
The Chief Ombudsman has launched multiple investigations into MIQ, including "customer service" issues and complaints from seafarers that they are getting stranded overseas. Peter Boshier is already monitoring the facilities to ensure returnees are being treated fairly and and humanely, as part of a programme announced last year... -RNZPosted On:31-Jul-2021
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No one to receive, Indian sailors sent back to Iran jail hours after release
Months after being in an Iranian jail for no fault of theirs, four Indian seafarers including Keralite Deepak Ravi were finally released on Thursday. However, just hours after, they found themselves back in prison, as there was no one to whom they could be officially handed over and repatriated to India... -The New Indian ExpressPosted On:31-Jul-2021
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This Solar-Powered Electric Ferry Is the First Maritime Robotaxi in Europe
Robotaxis are not news anymore, with several self-driving car services all over the world. But transferring this concept to water-based transportation is something to talk about. This pioneering ferry isn’t just an autonomous vessel for transportation, but it’s also solar-powered and available for ride sharing... -Auto EvolutionPosted On:31-Jul-2021
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Liberia: Vessel Tragedy - Maritime Appoints Investigator
The Liberia Maritime Authority (LiMA) says it has appointed Rishi Mehrotra, a certified maritime investigator, as an Investigating Officer in line with Liberian Maritime Regulation 9.258 (4) to conduct the investigation into the matter of the sunken vessel Niko Ivanko on 17 July 2021... -AllAfrica.comPosted On:31-Jul-2021
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Women in maritime get new association in West and Central Africa
Diversity and maritime security were in focus at the inaugural event for the Women in Maritime of West and Central Africa (WIMOWCA). Women in maritime took centre stage at the inauguration of the Women in Maritime of West and Central Africa (WIMOWCA), the newest IMO-supported regional association for women in the maritime sector (WIMA)... -Mirage NewsPosted On:31-Jul-2021
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Bringing Maritime Training into the 21st century: How to upskill an inexperienced Crew
There is no doubt that industries worldwide have been forced to quickly adapt to the pandemic world in different ways, and the continuing of steady development is key to ensuring an effective return to business. The shipping industry, however, is infamous for its aversion to pushing the boundaries and modernising, and now is the time to change... -Sea NewsPosted On:31-Jul-2021
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Cargo Ship Gets Kicked Out of U.S. Waters After Discovery of Invasive Insects
U.S. Customs and Border Protection ordered a Panama-flagged bulk carrier to immediately depart U.S. waters earlier this month after the discovery of invasive insects on board... -gCaptainPosted On:31-Jul-2021
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Saudi Arabia’s First Cruise Ship Terminal Inaugurated At Jeddah
Saudi Arabia witnessed the launching of the country’s first cruise ship terminal on Wednesday, the 28th of July at the Jeddah Islamic Port by the Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) in collaboration with the Saudi Cruise company... -FleetmonPosted On:31-Jul-2021
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Tanker attacked in Arabian sea, 2 crew killed
Product tanker MERCER STREET was attacked in the morning Jul 29 in Arabian sea some 60 nm north of northern Al Masirah island, Oman, while ballasting from Tanzania to Fujayrah UAE. Reports of the attack are rather sketchy, some sources said there were two attacks, carried out by drones and missiles. ZODIAC management said in a statement, that two crew were killed, a Romanian national and a UK national... -FleetmonPosted On:31-Jul-2021
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110,000-ton LNG tanker aground, Rio de la Plata
LNG tanker HOEGH ESPERANZA ran aground in Rio de la Plata fairway approaching Rio de at around 0100 UTC Jul 30. Tanker is en route from Corpus Christi, understood she’s in load. As of 1730 UTC was in the same position, tug at her side, CG boat on standby. -FleetmonPosted On:31-Jul-2021
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