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India: First project cargo ship makes maiden call at Vizhinjam port
The under-construction Vizhinjam International Seaport in Thiruvananthapuram, India, received its first cargo vessel, Zhen Hua 15, on Thursday. The vessel, sailing under the flag of Hong Kong, started its maiden voyage from the East China Sea on August 31 and arrived at the port in the afternoon. Before docking, the vessel was given a water salute by tugs pressed by the port developer... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Oct-2023
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IFSC proves to be a profitable venture for shipping companies
A new tax-friendly regime in India’s shipping industry is gaining traction as several companies register under the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) Authority in Gujarat. The Ripley Group, Bothra Group, Star Matrix, Alphard Maritime Group, and Propel Shipping are among the eight companies seeking to tap into this avenue to access Indian cargo... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Oct-2023
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Seafarers on Maersk Ships to Get Starlink Internet Connection
Maersk Line, one of the world’s leading shipping companies, has decided to equip all 330 of its owned vessels with Starlink satcom terminals. Starlink, provided by SpaceX, offers low-earth-orbit, high-speed, low-latency, and low-cost satellite communication services. Maersk initially conducted a trial run on 30 of its ships, with crew members reporting “very positive” feedback about the 200 Mbps connection... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Oct-2023
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Increasing Dangers of Cabin Fever on the Open Sea
The lack of communal spaces and activities on modern ships is a concern, according to Andrew Craig-Bennett. He noticed a picture of a ship’s bar on a Facebook page and found it odd because there were no signs of alcohol consumption or conviviality. The bar was actually a ‘dry’ ship’s bar, a relic of a bygone era... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Oct-2023
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Wallem Group Appoints John Rowley as New CEO
Hong Kong-based maritime services provider, Wallem Group, has appointed John Rowley as its new CEO. Rowley, who is currently the Senior Vice President of the Global Food and Transportation Divisions at NSF International, will take on the role in January 2024... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Oct-2023
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India as a maritime capital of the world
On the heels of the G-20 summit, which saw the world’s leadership in Delhi, the Global Maritime India Summit could not have been better timed. In the logistics world view, “maritime” constitutes an important, if not majority, share of the pie. Ports, shipping, and connectivity transport, such as feeder or inland container terminals, form a critical part of the logistics chain... -ETInfra.comPosted On:13-Oct-2023
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Captain found asleep at the wheel during Washington state ferry accident, investigation reveals
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released its report on a ferry accident in Seattle last year. The incident occurred when the captain of the Washington State Ferry Cathlamet collided with a mooring dolphin at a terminal, causing over $10 million in damage. The NTSB investigation revealed that the captain was likely suffering from fatigue, leading to a temporary loss of consciousness known as microsleep... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Oct-2023
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CMB.TECH and DBR Collaborate to Develop Dual-Fuel H2 Gensets for Marine Applications
Belgian shipping and cleantech company CMB.TECH has partnered with Dutch power solutions provider DBR to develop the first dual-fuel hydrogen gensets for marine applications. The collaboration aims to accelerate the decarbonization of the maritime industry. DBR will be responsible for constructing and delivering the gensets, while CMB.TECH will provide the hydrogen technology... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Oct-2023
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Seaspan Conference Offers Encouragement to Ukrainian Seafarers
Container shipping fleet management company Seaspan Corporation recently held its European seafarer’s conference in Constanta, Romania. The event brought together maritime industry professionals from three continents and was organized by Seaspan’s regional manning office in Odesa, Ukraine... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Oct-2023
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Fishermen saved following probable collision with cargo ship
In the midst of thick fog on the night of October 7th, a distress call was made to 911 regarding a collision between two boats off of Point Vicente. The call was made by a non-English speaking individual, making it difficult for responders to understand the exact situation. Despite the poor visibility, multiple rescue units were dispatched to search for the distressed vessel... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Oct-2023
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MAN ES Partners for Hydrogen-Fueled Engines in Maritime Sector
German engine manufacturer MAN Energy Solutions has partnered with industry leaders and research institutes to develop concepts for hydrogen-fueled medium-speed engines in the maritime sector. The project, called HydroPoLEn, is supported and funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Oct-2023
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Increase in Piracy Incidents Reported in Gulf of Guinea and Singapore Straits
The International Maritime Bureau (IMB) has reported an increase in piracy incidents in the Gulf of Guinea and concerns for the Singapore Straits. From January to September 2023, there were 99 incidents of piracy and armed robbery against ships, compared to 90 incidents during the same period in 2022... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Oct-2023
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Vizhinjam port in Kerala and its potential in India’s maritime trade
The first phase of the ₹7,600-crore Vizhinjam project, which began in 2015, is expected to be completed by May 2024. With the docking of the first ship on Sunday, the under-construction Vizhinjam International Seaport, the country’s first deepwater container transshipment terminal, near Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala will mark a significant milestone... -Hindustan TimesPosted On:13-Oct-2023
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ICG successfully organizes 21st NMSAR meeting Kolkata
The 21st National Maritime Search and Rescue (NMSAR) Board meeting was held at Kolkata on 12 Oct 2023. The meeting was chaired by Director General Rakesh Pal, PTM, TM Director General Indian Coast Guard, being the Chairman of NMSAR Board. Indian Coast Guard (ICG) is the coordinating and executing agency for Maritime Search and Rescue in Indian Search and Rescue Region... -Global Green NewsPosted On:13-Oct-2023
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Study Provides New Estimate of NOx Emissions from Ships
A recent study by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) has estimated the emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOx) from ships operating in Danish waters in 2019. The study collected data from 615 measurements taken from 545 unique ships using exhaust gas sampling devices attached to helicopters... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Oct-2023
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ICS Welcomes New Zealand Shipping Federation
Launched in 1906, the New Zealand Shipping Federation is the key representative body for New Zealand’s coastal operators. The NZSF works with decision-makers to achieve policies that benefit all New Zealanders, including safe, secure and clean shipping. The ICS already enjoys a strong and collaborative relationship with the NZSF, through the Federation’s affiliate membership to ICS... -MarineLinkPosted On:13-Oct-2023
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