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The workers who keep global supply chains moving are warning of a ’system collapse’
In an open letter Wednesday to heads of state attending the United Nations General Assembly, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and other industry groups warned of a "global transport system collapse" if governments do not restore freedom of movement to transport workers and give them priority to receive vaccines recognized by the World Health Organization... -KTENPosted On:30-Sep-2021
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Seafarer welfare call ahead of World Maritime Day
With IMO’s World Maritime Day on 30 September themed “Seafarers: at the core of shipping’s future" welfare organisations are highlighting the role ship’s crew have played keeping the world economy moving during the pandemic and the challenges they continue to face. Seafarers have been in many cases been separated from families for over a year, and in some cases simply left unpaid and abandoned far from home.... -Mirage NewsPosted On:30-Sep-2021
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Spotlighting the role of seafarers on World Maritime Day
World Maritime Day 2021 highlights "Seafarers: At the core of shipping’s future". On 30 September 2021, IMO and the global maritime community come together to celebrate the annual World Maritime Day, with a focus on this year's theme: "Seafarers: At the core of shipping's future"... -IMOPosted On:30-Sep-2021
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Tugboat capsized in Bangkok, 2 missing VIDEO
A tugboat towing barge capsized in Chao Phraya river in Bangkok, on Sep 29. Family crew of 2 are missing, search under way... -FleetmonPosted On:30-Sep-2021
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Ro-ro cargo ship disabled, anchored to avoid grounding on Andros island coast, Greece
Ro-ro cargo ship HODZI suffered mechanical failure and was disabled at around 0600 UTC Sep 29 in Aegean sea north of Andros island, Greece. Caught in fresh weather with onshore wind, she drifted towards northern coast of Andros island, and anchored at around 1300 UTC to avoid grounding... -FleetmonPosted On:30-Sep-2021
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Maltese ro-ro capsized in Algiers Port, Algeria VIDEO
Ro-ro cargo ship IVAN lost stability and capsized at Algiers Port, Algeria, on Sep 29 at around 0100 LT. The ship rested on bottom off pier, remaining partially above waterline and heavy starboard list... -FleetmonPosted On:30-Sep-2021
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Bulker near grounding in Venice Italy, after blackout VIDEO
Bulk carrier BEHCET C suffered a blackout in Canale dei Petroli, Venice, Italy, while proceeding to Marghera, Venice, with pilot on board and 2 assisting tugs, in the morning Sep 29. The ship went out of control and moved towards Canal structures, and Canal’s edge. Thanks to quick respond of f’castle crew and tugs, grounding was avoided... -FleetmonPosted On:30-Sep-2021
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World’s 1st SNG-powered ship starts its carbon-neutral voyage
The first ship in the world to operate on synthetic natural gas (SNG), ElbBlue, has started its trial voyage after being fueled with liquefied SNG. The occasion marks the first time ever that synthetic fuel – generated from 100% renewable energy via power-to-X technology – has been employed in commercial shipping... -Offshore EnergyPosted On:30-Sep-2021
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Baltic Dry Index Cracks 5,000 Points for First Time Since 2007-2008 Super Cycle
The Baltic Dry Index set its all-time record of over 11,000 points during the 2007-2008 commodities super cycle. Could we be headed for super cycle 2.0? The Baltic Exchange’s main dry bulk sea freight index rose to its highest in 13 years on Wednesday on higher rates for all vessels, with the capesize segment soaring to its highest level since 2008... gCaptainPosted On:30-Sep-2021
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Port director warns shipping industry is in a ’crisis mode’
A historic backlog of cargo ships in Southern California has left the supply chain and shipping industry in a crisis, Mario Cordero, the executive director of the Port of Long Beach, warned this week. Cordero, who oversees one of the busiest ports in the country, advised people to start holiday shopping as soon as possible due to the disruptions in the supply chain... -Business InsiderPosted On:30-Sep-2021
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Dubai Maritime Authority discusses cooperation with ’Enterprise Singapore’
Sheikh Saeed bin Ahmed Al Maktoum, Executive Director of the Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA), has received a delegation from the "Enterprise Singapore", a Singapore government organisation under the Ministry of Trade and Industry, headed by Sugumaran Devaraja, Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa, to discuss development prospects between the sector’s pioneers on both sides... -WAM ENPosted On:30-Sep-2021
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ABS Chairman Highlights Importance of Seafarer Learning
Shipping needs to develop a continual learning environment to equip the seafarer of the future for the rate of change that is coming to the industry. That was the call from Christopher J. Wiernicki, ABS Chairman, President, and CEO in an interview with Esben Poulsson, International Chamber of Shipping Chairman, at Sea Asia... -The Maritime ExecutivePosted On:30-Sep-2021
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Indian Seamen detained in Indonesia seek govt help for repatriation
Thirteen Indian crew members of Bahama-based oil tanker MT Strovolos have sought the help of trade unions against the alleged detention they are facing onboard the ship from Indonesian authorities. Their union, Forward Seamen’s Union of India (FSUI), has written to the Shipping Ministry and the External Affairs Ministry, demanding diplomatic efforts to help the Indian seamen... -BusinessLinePosted On:30-Sep-2021
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India Aims to Meet 60% of Power Demand at Major Ports from Renewables
The government aims to meet 60% of power demand at major ports through solar, and wind power, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Sarbananda Sonwal has said. Currently, renewables meet less than 10% of the power demand at the ports. The said 50% of port equipment would be electrified by 2030... -Mercom IndiaPosted On:30-Sep-2021
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