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The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) have taken delivery of additional mobile assets for enhanced maritime security under his deep blue project. Two unmanned aircraft systems, 9 interceptor patrol boats, and 10 armored vehicles have been added to the existing assets earlier procured by the Federal Government and commissioned by President Muhammadu Buhari. Fight against maritime crimes Dr. Bashir Jamoh, Director General of NIMASA, while thanking President Buhari for...

The 2022 installment of Indo-Pacific featured a record 736 exhibitors from around the world, the largest turnout in 20 years, and saw more than 25,000 visitors over three days. Indo Pacific International Maritime Exposition The Indo-Pacific International Maritime Exposition was held in Sydney, Australia, from May 10th – 12th, bringing together naval defence and commercial maritime organisations from around the world. This year, not only was it Propspeed’s first time attending the s...

Saga Shipping, part of Wrist Group, is committed to minimising the environmental impact of its operations in Skagen and has launched several initiatives to reduce fossil fuels, reduce energy, and rely on renewable energy sources. 182 solar panels Saga Shipping has installed 182 solar panels on top of the warehouse roof. The newly installed solar panels take up 46 m2 of roof space and generate a good portion of the annual electricity consumption of the warehouses, reducing CO2 emissions, and en...

Propspeed, the global innovator of underwater foul-release coatings, has announced that Garmin has tested its Propspeed Foulfree foul-release coating system and found it to be effective for keeping its transducers clean and free from marine growth. “We are proud to have worked closely with Garmin engineers to ensure compatibility with and maximum performance from their transducers,” said Chris Baird, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Propspeed. Propspeed and Garmin partnership...

JDR Cable Systems, the subsea cable, and umbilical supplier and servicer, part of the TFK Group, has reached a final agreement under the UK government’s Offshore Wind Manufacturing Scheme (OWMIS) on financial support for its new state-of-the-art subsea cable manufacturing facility in Cambois, near Blyth, Northumberland. The agreement means JDR is on track to begin construction in summer 2022, with a planned opening in 2024. The new £130m UK Export Finance (U...

Propspeed, the globally renowned innovator of underwater foul-release coatings, has announced that it has partnered with Marine Protection Systems, in order to educate and provide innovative solutions to prevent corrosion and minimise damage to vessels, and the marine biosphere. The insulative properties of Propspeed combined with correct anode solutions greatly improve efficiencies, reducing fuel burn and operational costs, while also minimising the environmental impact that corrosion and coat...

Final preparations have been completed for the globally renowned maritime conference - Mersey Maritime Exchange Conference 2022, which is set to take place in Liverpool, United Kingdom, on Thursday, 23rd June 2022. In its fourth iteration, the Mersey Maritime Exchange Conference 2022, will see government ministers, politicians and leading industry figures come together to debate the most topical industry issues around the environment, innovation, technology, people, skills, regional growth and...

DNV has issued the latest edition of its standard - Composite components in critical applications, DNV-ST-C501. The main objective of this standard is to provide an internationally accepted framework for the design, fabrication, and maintenance of composite components to obtain a consistent and appropriate safety level and the creation of cost-effective solutions. As the energy transition continues driving a transformation of the energy sector, DNV is seeing an increasing number of technology d...

For the fourth year in a row, Regent Seven Seas Cruises has sold out its world cruise in record time, with the sailing being completely reserved, prior to officially opening for bookings on June 15, 2022. The sailing, which at 150 nights is the longest in the cruise line’s history, had fares starting at US$ 86,999 per guest for a Deluxe Veranda Suite, and US$ 249,999 per guest for a Master Suite. Regent’s 2025 World Cruise Regent’s 2025 World Cruise has been reserved by loya...

Ship charterers and operators representing over 15% of total bulk cargo transported by sea in 2021 deliver on their commitment to the Sea Cargo Charter, a global framework for aligning ship chartering activities with society’s goals. Signatories to the Sea Cargo Charter commit to measuring and publicly disclosing the alignment of their chartering activities with the ambition to reduce total GHG emissions from international shipping by at least 50% by 2050, as set out by the International...

Hempel has had its emissions reduction targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The targets covering greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from Hempel’s operations (scopes 1 and 2) are consistent with reductions required, in order to keep global warming to 1.5°C, what the latest climate science has told us is needed to prevent the most damaging effects of climate change. Hempel's carbon emissions reduction targets Hempel’s target for the emissions from its val...

Vestdavit is maintaining its role as a trusted supplier of advanced boat-handling technology to support ocean research, with the delivery of davit systems for a pair of newbuild scientific vessels that are being built for the USA’s National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The company has now secured a contract with US shipbuilder - Thoma-Sea Marine Constructors, LLC, in order to supply one of its HN-5000 workboat davits for each of the two vessels, named - Oceanographer and...

Is 3D printing just a hype? Or can ship parts, which meet the high demands of the shipping industry, actually be printed? These questions will be answered during the pilot project, ‘3D Printing of Marine Spare Parts’, which is being executed by a consortium of 27 port-related companies, including Ruysch International. ‘3D Printing of Marine Spare Parts’ The pilot project – ‘3D Printing of Marine Spare Parts’ has officially started with the investigati...

SAFE Boats International is thrilled to announce the addition of Cole Christensen as Business Development Manager – Commercial. Cole Christensen brings a wealth of industry knowledge and experience to SAFE Boats International. In his new role with the Business Development Team, Cole Christensen will focus on all aspects of the commercial sector, growing brand awareness both domestically and globally. Promote the Stormer Workboats line of products He will be integral in advancing efforts...

WinGD and Hyundai Heavy Industries’ Engine Machinery Division (EMD) are to collaborate on delivering the first WinGD engine capable of running on ammonia, providing a vital step in shipping’s progress towards decarbonisation. Ammonia-fuelled marine engines Under an MOU (Memo of Understanding) signed during the Posidonia exhibition on 7 June, the two parties will aim to deliver the first engine by 2025, in line with WinGD’s previously announced timeframe for bringing ammonia e...

Hampshire-based OceanWise Limited which provides marine and coastal mapping worldwide, are very pleased to announce that they have just been awarded the framework agreement for the provision of GIS Marine Data to the Scottish Government until 2026. Marine Themes Vector’ and  Digital Elevation Model Janet Lockey, Key Account Manager for OceanWise comments, “We are pleased to be supplying our range of Marine Mapping Data products and services to the Scottish Public Sector, inclu...

Swathe Services are pleased to announce that Cyrus Mills has joined their growing team as Sales & Technical Support Manager. Work experience Cyrus joins Swathe Services with an MSc in Hydrographic Surveying from University College London, and 11 years of extensive practical and technical experience in nearshore and offshore surveying. Working up to the roles of Party Chief and Client Representative, operating in various locations and environments, Cyrus has been responsible for mobilisi...

The provider of mission-critical air and gas handling products, technologies, and services, Howden, has signed a contract with European Energy to supply a hydrogen compression solution. This solution will deliver pure (green) hydrogen as feedstock to e-methanol production, fuelling maritime transportation.  European Energy has been designated by Maersk as a key supplier of e-methanol to ensure their shipping fleet undergoes a green transition away from traditional bunker fuel. European Ene...

Mackay Marine (Mackay) stations two full-time technical staff at their Naknek-seasonal shop, from June 1 to June 30 of Alaska’s 6-week Bristol Bay Salmon Season, thereby servicing commercial fishing fleets with spare parts, finished goods and electronics & electrical service. Salmon fishing fleets come from throughout North West America’s coastal communities and operate in-season almost 24/7. Vessels venture onshore only to drop off their catch or if they have trouble with their...

The return of the biggest event of the shipping community was celebrated in Athens after 4 years, on June 6-10, 2022. Vanos S.A. and esteemed associates had the opportunity to welcome partners across the globe and embrace together new opportunities and developments. Posidonia 2022 Vanos S.A extends its most sincere appreciation for visitors' kind attendance on its stand and the constructive communication with Vanos' executive team and the representatives of the valuable partners from abroad: 3...

Blue Water’s scope of the project includes chartering of the bulk vessels from Canada to Greenland as well as coordination of various shipments of material from Canada and Europe to Greenland to be used for the construction of the new airport. Pennecon Heavy Civil Pennecon Heavy Civil is the Canadian company awarded the contract for the airport construction in Qaqortoq. For the past few years, Blue Water has been in dialogue with the company regarding a solution where we assist Pennecon...

BAE Systems has announced celebrations to mark 15 years of supporting Operations Aintree and Kipion, the British Royal Navy’s mine countermeasure (MCM) strategy, in the Gulf region. The globally renowned defence contractor - BAE Systems, has supported the Royal Navy’s Hunt Class vessels in the Gulf region for the past 15 years – and also delivers maintenance and upkeep to the rest of the Hunt Class flotilla, based out of Portsmouth Naval Base, in the United Kingdom (UK). UK M...

It was frequently predicted that the UK fishing industry would benefit from Brexit, both in the run-up to the 2016 referendum and the UK’s official departure from the EU. However, industry members have said that the reality has proved to be very different. Their words form the basis of the new report, “Brexit: Voices of the UK Fishing Industry”. A Parliamentary debate Alistair Carmichael MP, Vice Chair of the APPG, suggested that the APPG compile the report following a Parli...

On 10 and 11 June 2022, Chairman & CEO of CULINES Mr. Raymond Chen with his team visited Port Authority of Thailand (PAT) and Thai-Chinese Chamber of Commerce (TCCC). During the meeting with PAT Director General Mr. Kriengkai Chaisiriwongsuk, Mr. Chen introduced Thailand services and development plan in Thailand of CULINES.  Mr. Kriengkai Chaisiriwongsuk briefed on Thai ports and key planning. Both parties agreed to strengthen the close relationship, laying a solid foundation for futu...

On 10 June 2022, the ESCO terminal at Laem Chabang held a welcome ceremony for the maiden voyage of CUL NANSHA to Thailand. The maiden voyage of CUL NANSHA enjoyed attention from the Provincial Government of Chonburi and the Port Authority of Thailand (PAT). Mr. Phakkhrathon Thianchai (Governor of Chonburi Province), Lt. Kan Menaruji (Deputy Managing Director of Laem Chabang Port, PAT), Mr. Lee Siak Quee (President of ESCO), Mr. Raymond Chen (Chairman & CEO of CULINES), and Mr. Kettivi...

Recently, a second-hand 2,800TEU vessel purchased by CULINES was delivered in Singapore and renamed M/V CUL MANILA. A new member thus joined the CULINES fleet. CULINES Chairman & CEO - Raymond Chen boarded the vessel in Singapore with his team and witnessed the delivery. Mr. Chen had a pleasant talk with the captain and the crew of CUL Manila and extended best wishes on behalf of the company. Second-hand vessels The purchase of this vessel could help to optimise the fleet structure and de...

On the occasion of the new SITC Haoyun's newly-built container going to sea, SITC International, Xiamen Port and its customers held the landing ceremony of the ‘distribution-to-collection’ cooperation project at the Haitian Wharf of Xiamen Port on the afternoon of August 26. Xue Mingyuan, President of SITC International Shipping Group, Lai Zhiyong, President of Logistics Group, Meng Xianliang, General Manager of Xiamen Consolidation, Pan Wenliang, General Manager of Logistics Fujian...

IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee progresses work on GHG reduction; approves the Mediterranean Sea emission control area. IMO's Marine Environment Protection Committee has reiterated its commitment to review and strengthen the IMO Initial Strategy on the reduction of GHG emissions from shipping, to adopt a revised strategy in mid-2023. MEPC 78 session The MEPC 78 session (6-10 June) made further progress with the discussions towards the revision of the Initial GHG Strategy, as initi...

To continually improve its connectivity, Pacific International Lines (PIL) will be adding two port calls, Shanghai and Singapore, to its weekly direct Gulf China Service (GCS) from 20 June 2022. The insertion of these two major ports into the GCS service would enable PIL to better cater to the needs of its customers in China and the Gulf area in the Middle East region. GCS service The GCS service was launched in November to offer customers a more direct and efficient service connecting Cent...

DNV is set to launch its SEEMP III Generator as part of an integrated and easy digital solution to support customers in ensuring their compliance with SEEMP Part III verification. The remaining SEEMP Part III guidelines are expected to be adopted and published on 10 June 2022 with the deadline for having the first SEEMP Part III verified and onboarded by 1 January 2023. SEEMP Part III requirement The SEEMP Part III forms part of IMO’s initial strategy to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emis...