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Trial run of world's first new-build inland shipping hydrogen-powered vessel 'WEVA' goes well
Lenten Scheepvaart (the Netherlands) will go down in history as the owner of the world's first-ever newbuild hydrogen-powered inland shipping barge.
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November 2023
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FIRST OF ITS KIND AIDS TO NAVIGATION COURSE HELD IN MIDDLE EAST TO ENHANCE MARITIME SAFETY IN THE GULF
A first of its kind training course for the Middle East has been held to teach mariners about the basic concept of Aids to Navigation (AtoN) after a clear need was identified from potential clients.
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November 2023
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Solutions for Sustainable Dry Bulk Shipping in focus at INTERCARGO forum in Athens
As shipping continues its journey to decarbonisation, INTERCARGO will host a special forum in Athens on November 23rd, entitled 'Solutions for Sustainable Dry Bulk Shipping'.
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November 2023
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The Nautical Institute announces an update to the International Sail Endorsement Scheme
STEPHEN WINDOW, Head of The Nautical Institute Academy.
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November 2023
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BEWARE-SANCTIONS CAN AFFECT EVERY OPERATOR, SAYS THE SWEDISH CLUB
As stories of the oil price cap fill the press, readers could be forgiven for thinking that sanctions concern only tanker operators and the oil industry. But as Torbjörn Claesson, Corporate Lawyer at The Swedish Club points out - operators running bulk carriers and container ships can still be impacted by sanctions.
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November 2023
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Adani Kattupalli Port in association with Adani Foundation organised Kabbadi Championship
Adani Kattupalli Port in association with Adani Foundation organised a Kabbadi Championship in Sengazhirmedu, Voyalur Panchayat, Minjur-Block, Thiruvallur District, Tamilnadu. The initiative to raise awareness against drug abuse in the rural youth & witnessed a resounding success in promoting the \"SAY NO TO DRUGS\" campaign.
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November 2023
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CSM selects Kaiko Systems to Revolutionise Maritime Operations Through Al-Driven, Mobile-First Technology.
Columbia Shipmanagement (CSM) is scaling new heights in operational efficiency after choosing Kaiko Systems to provide an innovative, user-friendly software tool which organises and analyses ship data, providing insight into the condition of vessels and identifying risks before they result in incidents.
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November 2023
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ITIC WARNS SHIP MANAGERS OF THE DANGERS OF MANAGEMENT MISTAKES
International Transport Intermediaries Club (ITIC) - a mutual insurer that provides professional indemnity cover for transport intermediaries operating in the marine, offshore, renewable and aviation industries - has advised ship managers to be wary of the risks and costs involved with claims of failing to meet contractual obligations.
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November 2023
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THE NAUTICAL INSTITUTE SINGAPORE CONFERENCE 2023 WRAPS UP WITH EXCEPTIONAL ATTENDANCE AND INSPIRING INSIGHTS FOR THE MARITIME INDUSTRY
Institute Singapore Conference 2023 has concluded with the attendance of close to 180 shipping professionals and key industry leaders from all over the world.
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November 2023
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GOING BEYOND THE BASICS
The need for a more integrated approach to health, safety, environment, and quality, is becoming increasingly important in today's business. Each of these can affect the safe operation of a ship, thus it involves a continuous process of implementation, feedback, analysis and planning.
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November 2023
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Columbia Group expands manning agency network with CSM Vietnam
The Columbia Group (Columbia) has opened a new manning agency, Columbia Shipmanagement Vietnam (CSM Vietnam), adding to its worldwide network of owned manning agencies.
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Oct 2023
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Kongsberg Digital introduces Vessel Performance Merchant application to optimise Merchant Fleet
To meet the merchant fleet's need for optimised voyage decision-making, Kongsberg Digital has just launched Vessel Performance Merchant. The application is a tailored application designed for the merchant fleet to enhance fuel efficiency and optimise the overall performance of both the vessel and its crew.
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Oct 2023
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TIME IS RUNNING OUT FOR SOME FI-FI FOAMS
A new IMO resolution will see the phase-out of foam firefighting systems that use fluorinated foams containing perfluorooctane sulfonic acid PFOS) as the foam producing component.
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Oct 2023
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NI PUBLISHES NEW EDITION OF BULK CARRIER PRACTICE
The Nautical Institute has published a fully revised edition of its definitive reference work Bulk Carrier Practice.
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Oct 2023
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Challenges of running a Galley amid global impacts highlighted by catering management company MCTC on International Chefs Day
Catering management specialists MCTC is shining a spotlight on the challenges Galley Cooks deal with onboard, including a lack of provisions, catering for different nationalities, and putting crews' needs before their own, on this year's International Chefs Day.
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Oct 2023
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IMRF honours global maritime SAR community as it announces its 2023 Award winners
The International Maritime Rescue Federation IMRF) has announced the winners of this year's IMRF Awards, which recognise all those involved in global maritime search and rescue SAR) efforts.
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Oct 2023
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SEAFARERS' VETTING
Back for the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic, the Intertanko Seafarers' Vetting Seminar took place at Edsa Shangri-La in Manila on 2 October.
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Oct 2023
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TECH TO CLEAN DIRTY FUEL
Monaco-based firm FOWE Eco Solutions has developed a patented technology that emulsifies fuel oil with water, reducing emissions and improving energy yield. The process, known as cavitation, allows for the emulsification of fuel oil with fresh water, without requiring additives or further processing.
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Oct 2023
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ENGAGING IN LIFELONG LEARNING
ONGOING SKILL DEVELOPMENT IS ESSENTIAL FOR LONG-TERM PROFESSIONAL SUCCESS. CAPTAIN VINOD RAJ BALI, TRAINING & SAFETY DIRECTOR, G2 OCEAN, SINGAPORE SHARES HIS INSIGHTS AND EXPERIENCES...
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Oct 2023
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MARITIME INDUSTRY SAILS INTO MOST SUCCESSFUL EVER LONDON INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING WEEK
Global maritime leaders sailed full steam ahead into London in their thousands to attend the biennial London International Shipping Week 2023 (LISW23) which took place from 11th to 15th September
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September 2023
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EVOLVING CREW CHALLENGES CALL FOR ENHANCED FOCUS ON SEAFARER MENTAL HEALTH
While the pandemic and crew-change crisis inspired collaborative efforts to improve crew welfare, the digitalisation and energy transitions pose new challenges for seafarer well-being, calling for enhanced focus on mental health at sea, says Wallem Group Technical Director, Praveen Shukla
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September 2023
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Director General of Shipping Inaugurates Dual Fuel Engine Simulator and LNG Bunkering Simulator, at AEMTC, Mumbai
Shri. Shyam Jagannathan, IAS, the newly appointed Director General of Shipping, India visited the state-of-the-art AngloEastern Maritime Training Centre (AEMTC) on 22nd September 2023
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September 2023
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India-UK Joint Maritime Security Workshop on Crisis Management
A Four-Day Workshop on Maritime Security: Crisis Management was held at the grand venue of Taj Mahal Hotel Mumbai from 31st July to 03rd August 2023
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September 2023
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InterManager launches new ship management General Principles of Conduct and Action
InterManager, the international trade association for third party and in-house ship managers, has today launched a set of General Principles of Conduct and Action for the international ship management sector which it says will drive up quality across the industry
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September 2023
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Merchant Navy Medal awarded to Operations Director at Stream Marine Group
Leading maritime training provider Stream Marine Group's Operations Director Katy Womersley has been praised for her dedication to diversity as she was announced as one of the winners of this year's Merchant Navy Medal
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September 2023
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Intelligent Seas Group reveals partnership with Marine Learning Systems to enhance training opportunities for maritime sector
Leading blended learning provider Intelligent Seas Group (ISG) is delighted to announce its collaboration with Marine Learning Systems (MLS) to help drive knowledge and skills performance, and deliver the highest standards of training for the maritime industry
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September 2023
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Beyond Limits An inspiring true story of Indian Seafarer in Paris
Paris-Brest-Paris (PBP) is a historic 1200kilometer cycling event that has been held since 1891, organized by the Audax Club Parisien. It occurs every four years and is one of the world's oldest open-road cycling competitions
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September 2023
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MPL 2023
Completed with flying colours!
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August 2023
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NUCLEAR POWER'S ROLE IN SHIPPING'S DECARBONISATION JOURNEY EXPLORED IN FIRST LISW23 LONDON TALKS VIDEO
Nuclear solutions will play an essential role in maritime's fast-paced journey towards decarbonisation and net zero, said Mikal Bøe, Chairman and CEO of CORE POWER. \"It simply will not happen without it,\" he stated.
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August 2023
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VIKAND APPOINTED AS ADORA CRUISES HEALTHCARE PARTNER
Global healthcare specialist VIKAND has been appointed onboard healthcare provider for Adora Cruises.
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