T. Mariotti, Damen Partner for Cruise Newbuilds
The good news from the cruise sector continues to roll in, with the overall maritime sector hoping only that the positive vibe is contagious. The most recent development in this specialty shipbuilding sector is word that T. Mariotti and Damen Shipyards Group have created a new partnership to build cruise vessels. Seabourn announces letter of intent for two ultra-luxury expedition vesselsThe partnership will operate under the brand name MARIOTTI DAMEN Cruiseā¦
Bahamas Tour Boat Explosion Kills One, Injures Nine
According to a report on time.com a tour boat exploded in the Bahamas this weekend, killing an American woman and injuring nine others. According to the time.com reportā¦
Adani Ports Acquires Kattupalli Port
India's largest port developer Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) has agreed to pick up 97% stake in Marine Infrastructure Developer (MIDPL) from Larsenā¦
DP World Plans Logistics Facility in Ethiopia
Dubai-based ports operator DP World has revealed plans to set up a logistics facility in landlocked Ethiopia, a move that comes as the company is developing a port in neighboring Somaliland.
CargoMate Close Seed Investment Round
Shipping technology startup CargoMate has closed a GBP 500,000 seed investment round. The investment allows the company to continue the development of their portā¦
Slow, Steady Vessels Lower Operating Costs
The Swedish Club warns that vessel operators should always look to the long term, when specifying the type of engines to be installed across the fleet. Latest statisticsā¦
California Incentivises Ships That Slow Down
In an effort to protect whales and cut ship emissions, California continues its Protecting Blue Whales and Blue Skies Program and establishes voluntary vessel speedā¦
Ocean Rig Postpones SHI Drillship Delivery Till 2020
International offshore drilling contractor Ocean Rig UDW Inc. and South Korean yard Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) have agreed to postpone the delivery of the newbuildā¦
Samsung Heavy Industries Bags Two Special-Purpose Ships Order
South Koreaās shipbuilder Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) has received a contract to construct two special-purpose ships for an unnamed European company. According Yonhapā¦
Future Frigates to Provide Shipbuilding Jobs: Aus Govt
Thousands of jobs will be created in South Australia as a result of the Malcolm Turnbull Governmentās announcement that Australiaās nine Future Frigates will beā¦
Gothenburg Port Renews Port Tariff Discounts for LNG Vessels
As part of the Gothenburg Port Authority environmental discount scheme, vessels that report good environmental performance receive a 10 per cent discount on the port tariffā¦
Asian Workshop Addressing Marine Litter
Marine litter poses significant risks to the marine environment, ecology and human health, and is a global concern. International Maritime Organization (IMO) hasā¦
ESL Shipping Acquires AtoB@C
Finnish dry bulker ESL ShippingLtd, a shipping company fully owned by Aspo Group, is going to acquire all the outstanding shares of AtoB@C Shipping AB and AtoB@Cā¦
Hapag-Lloyd Slashes 2018 Profit Outlook
German container carrier Hapag-Lloyd has cut its profit outlook for the year 2018 amid a challenging and volatile environment for ocean carriers. A Reuters reportā¦
Can JIT Ship Operation Cut Ship Emissions?
When arriving at a destination port, ships can remain anchored for many hours or days until getting a berth. During this time, fuel is still being used ā which canā¦
Exceptional Tribute Paid to Jacques R. Saadé
The death of Jacques R. Saadé, Founding President of the CMA CGM Group, roused an emotional response within the Group, in the entire maritime transportation industry and beyond.
Diana Containerships Sells m/v Puelo
Diana Containerships announced that it has completed the previously announced sale of one of its Post-Panamax container vessels, the m/v Puelo, with the delivery of the vessel to her new owners.
IMO On Board
Lifeboat inspection, fire drills, emergency generator training, keeping watch, new friendships, ports, building professional networks, and working far away from home and family.
USMMA Class of '22 Arrives for Indoctrination
The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point (USMMA) welcomed 280, Class of 2022 āplebe candidatesā for initial training today. The nearly 20-day orientation period known as Indoctrination, or Indoc, teaches plebe candidates the basics of maritime and regimental life at USMMA. Training will emphasize military discipline, daily regimental routine, physical fitness, basic seamanship, and an introduction to college-level academics.
Oil Tight on Libyan Port Struggles
Libyan oil production could face protracted disruption as factions in the east seek to seize control of crude exports, adding pressure to a tight global market. Eastern factions have tried to take over oil exports in the past but have struggled to find buyers because Western nations insist they will deal only with the internationally recognised National Oil Corporation (NOC) based in the Libyan capital of Tripoli.
