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The International Labour Organisation (ILO), International Maritime Organization (IMO), United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have issued a joint statement asking stakeholders to take action to support the world’s 1.9 million seafarers from being unduly impacted by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and associated restrictions. The statement comes in the wake of the Omicron COVID-19 variant of concern (VOC), which has, once again, c...
XTRAIM, which will be presented to the German public for the first time, is Thales Group’s (Thales) new weapon sight that offers day/night de-camouflage capabilities, which previously could only be achieved by using several separate pieces of equipment. XTRAIM is compatible with all shoulder-fired assault rifles and light machine guns, in order to provide users with an unparalleled precision night-firing capability. XTRAIM was designed in close collaboration with users, to guarantee that...
Pacific International Lines (PIL) is pleased to announce the launch of two weekly direct services which is an enhancement to its China to East Africa service. This will allow its customers to enjoy stable and faster transit times to East Africa. The enhancement will see the current East Africa Service (EAS), which PIL operates independently, expanding into two service routes - with one serving Mombasa, called EAS, and the other serving Dar es Salaam, to be named as EA3. New EAS and EA3 ser...
ABB and Ballard are progressing with their partnership to decarbonise marine transport and have received an AiP from DNV for their high-power fuel cell concept, the development of which was launched in 2018. An AiP is a major milestone in developing new technology as an independent assessment of the concept, confirming that the design is feasible and no significant obstacles exist to prevent the concept from being realised. With the AiP in place, the jointly developed solution can be completed...
Swiss-based marine engine technology developer, WinGD - Winterthur Gas & Diesel Ltd has expanded its global training network, through a partnership with DCS POWER PTE LTD in Singapore, to deliver state-of-the-art training for optimising engine performance and preparing crews for the fuels of the future. The new training partnership, which was commemorated on the 22nd of February, will combine the skills and expertise of WinGD with those of machinery specialist DCS, further enhancing the glo...
Thales will be present at MWC Barcelona 2022 to showcase its key solutions that support the mobile industry’s digital transformation. 5G will count for 21% of mobile connections by 2025. This brings a huge opportunity for mobile operators, but also comes with new vulnerabilities and data privacy challenges. Thales is helping actors and major players in the mobile industry in three key ways - To connect and manage devices on 5G networks, protect those devices and the data they handle...
As the countdown begins for the seventh edition of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX), the Organising Committee provided an update on the preparations and an overview of the event, at a diplomat briefing session, at Sharq Village and Spa, on February 21, 2022. One of the most awaited events on the international maritime defence and security calendar, DIMDEX 2022 is shaping up to be the biggest and most diverse edition ever, with more than 200 companies fr...
Wrist, the world’s largest supplier of provisions, stores and spare parts logistics to ships and offshore locations, acquires Centralam Panama, a recognised ship chandler based at the Pacific side of the Panama Canal. With the acquisition, Wrist is expanding its global reach and securing a foothold at one of the world’s most important maritime crossroads while at the same time enhancing Centralam Panama’s market position. In acquiring Centralam Panama, Wrist is expanding its...
The Confidential Human Incident Reporting Programme (CHIRP Maritime) has provided an independent and confidential safety reporting system for incidents, accidents, and near misses at sea to seafarers worldwide since 2013. Raising awareness, improving safety Reports are received directly from seafarers and analysis is published on CHIRP's website and in its Maritime FEEDBACK paper publication in the languages most spoken by seafarers (English, Chinese, Filipino, Indonesian, and sever...
Globally renowned and Tokyo-leading Classification Society, ClassNK will calculate the CO2 emissions from the ships to be financed under the Sustainability-Linked Loan, provided by ORIX Corporation (ORIX). The ship finance agreement signed between ORIX and a ship owner in Hong Kong is the sustainability-linked loan. ClassNK – ORIX Finance Deal ClassNK will calculate the CO2 emissions of the vessels, to ensure objectivity and fairness of the loan framework A standard value is set for th...
Ship owners, operators and managers responding to an environmental survey, carried out by Canadian-based McMaster University’s DeGroote School of Business, have acknowledged the need to reduce operational oil leakage from propeller shafts, but a lack of understanding about cleaner alternatives is preventing any meaningful technological change. Environmental survey Researchers questioned more than 1000 marine industry professionals in 2021, in order to better understand why the majority o...
ABB has been awarded a contract worth around US$ 30 million by the Canadian data and analytics company - EarthDaily Analytics (EDA), to develop and manufacture next-generation multispectral imaging systems, which are to be placed on 10 satellites (including an in-orbit spare) that will circle the Earth. The order was booked in the first quarter of 2022. Multispectral imaging systems Multispectral imaging systems capture data at specific light frequencies across a wide spectrum, and the EarthDa...
MPC Container Ships ASA and Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping have signed a project support agreement, which makes MPC Container Ships ASA an official supporter to the centre. Market analysis capabilities MPC Container Ships ASA will contribute to the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping’s work with market analysis capabilities, building industry insight and strategic industry and policy recommendations, which are focused o...
With CMA CGM’s SMART reefer container, people can track the position and status of their refrigerated goods and ensure that they are being transported in optimal conditions. The SMART reefer container, supply chain management is facilitated through an intuitive online interface that is updated in real time. This enables them to be more proactive at every step of the transport process. SMART reefer containers CMA CGM’s SMART reefer containers are equipped with state-of-the-art Emer...
Enveil, the pioneering Privacy Enhancing Technology (PET) company protecting ‘Data in Use’ and Terradepth, an advanced ocean data-as-a-service company revolutionising ocean data use, have announced a partnership and product integration, to expand secure and private data usage and access at the Edge. This unmatched capability transforms the way ocean data can be leveraged for sensitive business and mission applications, including secure maritime domain awareness and mission planning....
On February 15, 2022, CULINES and CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding Company signed an order for 2*2,700TEU container newbuildings. A signing ceremony was held at the headquarters of Guangzhou Port Group. Mr. Yibo Li (Chairman at Guangzhou Port Group), Mr. Xiaoming Song (DGM at Guangzhou Port Group), Mr. Lingtang Zheng (DGM at Guangzhou Port Company), Mr. Huiming Xiang (Chairman at CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding), Ms. Xi Li (DGM at CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding), Mr. Feng Liang (GM at...
The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA – the Agency), Dr. Bashir Jamoh has commended the Nigerian Navy for its continued support to the Agency, over the years. Floating Dockyard The NIMASA Director General, Dr. Bashir Jamoh, who stated this when he met with the Admiral Superintendent of the Naval Dockyard Limited, Rear Admiral Kohath Levi, on a working visit, particularly appreciated the Nigerian Navy for hosting and securing the Agency&rsq...
Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Bashir Jamoh says the Agency is committed to continuously collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure that Nigeria attains the status of not only the hub of maritime activities in the West and Central Africa region but also a major maritime player globally. Dr. Bashir Jamoh who reiterated this in Lagos during an interactive session with media stakeholders over the weekend noted the steady progress in terms...
“It feels like we’ve finally broken free of the pandemic chains,” said Nor-Shipping’s Director, Sidsel Norvik, following the news that Norway ended its national coronavirus restrictions this weekend. With no further regulations relating to social distancing, event numbers, international travel, or the use of facemasks, ‘Your Arena for Ocean Solutions’ can run a full exhibition and event programme for the first time, since its successful 2019 outing. Sidsel N...
For the first trip after taking office as the Co-CEO (Co-Chief Executive Officer) of CULINES, Mr. Lars Christiansen, accompanied by CULINES U.S.A. team, paid a visit to the Los Angeles office of Flexport in December, 2021. Ryan Petersen, the Founder & CEO (Chief Executive Officer) of Flexport, and other executives attended the meeting. CULINES and Flexport partnership CULINES is striving to become a digital logistics company based on liner services, while Flexport is a technology company...
In December, 2021, China United Lines (CULINES) and Peter Döhle Schiffahrts-KG (PD) signed an agreement on strategic partnership. Mr. Christoph Döhle (Managing Partner at PD), Mr. Lars Christiansen (CO-CEO at CULINES), Jan Döhle (Managing Director at Blue Net Chartering), Mr. Christoph Tamke (Managing Director at Menzell Döhle), and Mr. Bastian Schmidt (Managing Director at Menzell Döhle Shipping) attended the ceremony at PD headquarters in Hamburg. Mr. Raymond Chen (Ch...
Seaglaze has announced that the company will be exhibiting at the first ever Boatlife Live event, taking place at The NEC Birmingham, from February 17 to February 20, 2022. Seaglaze at Boatlife Live Seaglaze invites everyone to come at the company’s exhibition both on stand F46, to check out all the products and solutions on display that cater to a wide range of window, door and hatch requirements. One of UK’s renowned company in the marine windows, doors and hatch industry, Seagl...
The One Ocean Summit, a global summit dedicated to the protection of the oceans, organized by French President - Emmanuel Macron, opens for three days from Feb 9 to Feb 11, 2022. On this occasion, CMA CGM reaffirms its commitment to the protection of the climate and biodiversity. The CMA CGM Group is determined to act as quickly as possible to limit the effects of global warming on our planet and the damage to biodiversity. It also takes concrete decisions on a daily basis, true to its CSR appr...
The World Shipping Council (WSC) notes that the Senate has now introduced its own bill, the Ocean Shipping Reform Act, to amend the Shipping Act. John Butler, the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the World Shipping Council (WSC), said “Ocean carriers continue to work with all members of the supply chain, the Federal Maritime Commission, the administration, and their customers, to identify and implement operational solutions to mitigate the ongoing supply chain congestion.&rd...
The Seafarers’ Charity is funding a new membership organisation to represent, support, and promote women working in the UK fishing industry. UK Women in Fisheries UK Women in Fisheries is a new network for all women who work in the UK’s fishing industry. Women who are vessel owners, fleet managers, fishers, fishmongers, processors, fishing conservationists, charity workers, trainers, or working in other roles in the fishing industry are invited to join and benefit from networking...
The Maritime Skills Alliance (MSA) is delighted to announce that Mr. David Tournay has agreed to become Secretary to the MSA, post the retirement of Iain Mackinnon on March 31, 2022. David Tournay will also become Secretary to the Maritime UK People and Skills Forum. David has worked in the vocational learning field for nearly 30 years, working across a diverse range of industry sectors from aviation and hospitality to jewellery making and archaeology. New Secretary to the Maritime UK Pe...
At a semi-digital ceremony in Busan, South Korea in late-December 2021, MAN Energy Solutions signed a licence agreement with Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI-EMD) for MAN’s new TCT axial-turbocharger series. Due to run for ten years, this is the first turbocharger licence agreement MAN Energy Solutions has ever signed with HHI-EMD. Generally acknowledged as the largest, marine two-stroke engine builder in the world, Hyundai Heavy Industries has been a low-speed licencee of MAN Energy Solutio...
Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., a Yokohama-based member of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, has concluded a contract with Sanyu Kisen Co., Ltd., a Kobe-based marine solutions enterprise that is principally engaged in management of ships navigation in Japanese, as well as international waters, calling for the construction of a demonstration test ship, in order to transport liquefied carbon dioxide (LCO2). The agreement is in conjunction with initiatives of the New Energy and Industria...
Maritime UK has announced the launch of its Careers and Outreach Programme impact report for the period of 2020-21. The report sets out progress in delivering careers and outreach activity, since Maritime UK received funding from the Department for Transport, as part of the 'Maritime 2050' delivery programme. Careers and Outreach Programme Maritime UK, the umbrella body for the UK’s maritime industries, was tasked with better coordinating existing careers activity and making progress in...
Nor-Shipping has been buoyed by the response of exhibitors to its COVID-19 pandemic-induced move from the earlier scheduled exhibition dates in January to April 2022. In a candid interview, the Director of Nor-Shipping, Sidsel Norvik admits she expected inevitable cancellations, as a result of the schedule change, but says these have been minimal, while those that have pulled out have simply transferred attendance to the summer 2023 event of Nor-Shipping. Nor-Shipping 2022 exhibition What...