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Landing craft burned out, Indonesia
In the evening Nov 10 landing craft LCT MARINA BAY caught fire south of Lembeh islang, northeast Sulawesi, Indonesia, shortly after leaving Bitung port. The ship issued distress signal, Indonesian CG came to assist, understood crew were rescued,.. -FleetMonPosted On:13-Nov-2023
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Bulk carrier ran aground, Brazil
Bulk carrier BELLA JUDI ran aground while entering Natal port, Brazil, at around 1040 UTC Nov 10, above Newton Navarro Bridge. Tugs responded, the ship was refloated at around 1315 UTC same day, and escorted to berth. She was berthed at around 1350 UTC, no reports on damages or leaks... -FleetMonPosted On:13-Nov-2023
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DP World Australia Terminals Shut Down Due to Cybersecurity Incident
DP World, one of the largest terminal operators in Australia, has suspended all port terminal operations due to a cybersecurity incident. The company stated that the suspension was for the safety of its customers and employees, and its teams are working to contain the situation and determine the impact on its systems and data... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Nov-2023
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NYK Roundtable Highlights Ship-To-Shore Communications
On October 23, NYK held its annual roundtable discussion on current conditions and issues on board vessels, highlighting the role of communications in ship safety. The meeting was held at the NYK head office in Tokyo in a hybrid format and attended by more than 150 participants,.. -MarineLinkPosted On:13-Nov-2023
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Shipping companies are competing to cut costs, impacting their profitability
Carriers are contributing to a “race to the bottom” in the shipping industry, which could lead to a “catastrophic situation” in 2024. Maersk, in particular, has been singled out as a major offender. The airline’s CEO, Vincent Clerc, warned investors that the coming year would be challenging for the shipping industry without a rebound in the spot market in the last three months... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Nov-2023
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Urgent Help Needed to Save YWAM Koha Medical Ship Stranded in Fiji
The YWAM Koha, a New Zealand medical ship providing vital healthcare to isolated Pacific communities, has become stranded in Fiji and needs urgent repairs to avoid being destroyed by an approaching tropical cyclone. The ship, operated by Youth With a Mission, requires dry docking and repairs, which will cost $300,000... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Nov-2023
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The Devastating Impact of a Handheld Radio on a Ship’s Bridge
Lithium-ion batteries have caused significant damage to ships, including car carriers and containerships. Even small batteries used to power handheld radios can cause millions of dollars in damage. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) in the US recently issued a report on a fire that occurred on the bridge of the crude tanker S-Trust,.. -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Nov-2023
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Coalition of Activist Groups Rescue 290 People in Central Mediterranean
Over the weekend, a coalition of activist groups, including Doctors Without Borders and French charity Pilotes Volontaires, rescued a total of 290 people in the central Mediterranean. The Geo Barents, a refugee rescue ship, located a rubber boat in distress carrying 81 people off the coast of Libya, with the help of the activist-run distress hotline organisation Alarm Phone and the Colibri 2, a reconnaissance plane... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Nov-2023
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Eutelsat to Provide MediaMobil with Maritime Connectivity
MediaMobil, a telecommunications company specializing in providing internet to remote locations, has partnered with Eutelsat Communications to supply maritime connectivity for ships and off-shore vessels. Eutelsat will provide its Advance managed service to connect MediaMobil’s fleet of over 100 multipurpose, tanker, and offshore construction vessels... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Nov-2023
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First Maritime Hydrogen Fuel Cell System Delivered by Yanmar to Hybrid Passenger Ship
Yanmar Power Technology Co., Ltd. has delivered its first maritime hydrogen fuel cell system to the passenger ship HANARIA, operated by MOTENA-Sea. This system, introduced in August 2023, represents a significant breakthrough in achieving carbon neutrality. The HANARIA is Japan’s first hybrid passenger ship to use both hydrogen and biodiesel,.. -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Nov-2023
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Escalating Panama Canal fees compel LNG shippers to seek alternative routes
Liquefied natural gas (LNG) shippers are opting for longer and more costly routes to avoid the Panama Canal, as other fuel shippers are paying millions to bypass the backlog. For the first time in two years, LNG shippers are favoring the longer route around the Cape of Good Hope, reflecting the impact of drought and rising canal costs on global energy trade routes... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Nov-2023
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Combating Maritime Cyberattacks
“We’re in a world today where it’s not enough to be secure. You have to prove you’re secure." - Chris Krebs, Former Head of CISA. On September 11, cyberattacks on Caesars Entertainment and MGM Resorts attracted worldwide attention. The companies’ global operations, share prices – and possibly credit ratings – were severely impacted... -The Maritime ExecutivePosted On:13-Nov-2023
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Simultaneous Arrival of Two Cruise Vessels Boosts Tourism in Goa
Two cruise vessels, the ‘MV Resilen Lady’ and the ‘MV Costa Serena’, berthed at the Mormugao Port in Goa simultaneously for the first time this season. The ‘MV Resilen Lady’ made its maiden call at the port, and plaques were exchanged between the port authorities and the captain of the vessel... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Nov-2023
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Filipino crew of attacked vessel in Black Sea set for repatriation
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) on Sunday said all Filipinos who were on board the vessel which was damaged by a Russian missile in the Black Sea are set to be repatriated. DMW officer-in-charge Hans Leo Cacdac said that the Liberian-flagged civilian vessel hit by the missile has an all-Filipino crew... -manilastandard.netPosted On:13-Nov-2023
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Shipping Industry Faces Job Cuts After $364 Billion Boom
The container shipping industry, which has been struggling with record-high freight rates and slow deliveries for the past two years, is now facing a reversal of fortunes. The industry, which handles 80% of the world’s trade in goods, is expected to see below-breakeven levels after a decade of historic profits. This is due to an oversupply of ships and a return to pre-pandemic demand for goods... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Nov-2023
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Indian sailors on board the vessel ‘Advantage Sweet’ safely repatriated from Iran
All 23 Indian seafarers who were aboard the vessel Advantage Sweet, which was seized in the Gulf of Oman, have been safely repatriated to India from Iran. Ports, Shipping and Waterways Minister, Sarbananda Sonowal, emphasized the Ministry’s dedication to safeguarding the welfare and rights of Indian national seafarers... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Nov-2023
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NASA Predicts Impending Solar Storm to Trigger Auroras on Earth
A G2-class geomagnetic storm is expected to hit the Earth today, potentially causing auroras in high to mid-latitude locations. The storm was detected by the NASA Solar and Heliospheric Observatory over the weekend, and it is predicted to reach Earth on November 12. While the impact is anticipated to be direct and at G2-level intensity, the accuracy of these forecasts may change due to technological limitations... -Crew MirrorPosted On:13-Nov-2023
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