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IMO Award for exceptional bravery at sea to Indian Navy, ICG and crew of tugboat
In order to internationally recognise extraordinary seamanship skills and outstanding courage displayed by individuals at sea, International Maritime Organization (IMO) award for exceptional bravery at sea is conferred annually to individuals or groups who, at the risk to their own lives, perform acts of exceptional bravery in attempting to save life at sea or in attempting to prevent or mitigate damage to the marine environment... -PIBPosted On:10-Dec-2021
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Maersk unveils revolutionary new boxship design
Looking more like a livestock carrier than a boxship, Maersk yesterday unveiled its brand new design for its next generation of green ships. Intended to sail on green methanol with 16,000 teu of capacity, 350 m in length and a new look for container vessels, Maersk’s groundbreaking new series of eight ships will deliver from Hyundai Heavy Industries in 2024... -Splash 247Posted On:10-Dec-2021
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IMO celebrates bravery at sea
A search and rescue officer from Viet Nam, who repeatedly risked his own life to save 12 others in a daring three-day long sea rescue, has received the 2021 IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea. Mr. Tran Van Khoi was honoured during the annual IMO Awards ceremony (6 December). Mr. Khoi, a Search and Rescue Officer of Viet Nam Maritime Administration, was nominated for the award by Viet Nam... -IMOPosted On:10-Dec-2021
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US House passes Ocean Shipping Reform Act
On 8 December, the US House of Representatives passed the Ocean Shipping Reform Act that will address the ongoing supply chain crisis. This bill is the first major overhaul of federal regulations for the global shipping industry in over 30 years and was sponsored by US Representatives Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) and John Garamendi (D-CA). It will provide “critical” updates to the international maritime transportation system, which has been severely impacted by COVID-19... -Offshore EnergyPosted On:10-Dec-2021
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UN International Anti-Corruption Day - Shipping leads the way
Over the last ten years, the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN) has grown from a handful of shipping companies opposed to corruption, into one of the world’s most successful private sector anti-corruption initiatives. We have changed the discussion from ‘can we oppose corrupt demands’ to ‘here are effective and proven ways to drive change.’ ... -Seatrade Maritime NewsPosted On:10-Dec-2021
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Thome Wins Secretary General Award from The Mission to Seafarers
Thome Group has been presented with the Secretary General award in a ceremony hosted by The Mission to Seafarers at the Mandarin Oriental hotel in Singapore. The award was in recognition of the Group’s sustained efforts in improving seafarers’ welfare both at sea and ashore. The Thome Group was able to demonstrate how it has made a difference especially during the extra pressures and strains on its workforce during the pandemic... -ThomePosted On:10-Dec-2021
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Maritime industry leaders urged to continue improving welfare and well-being of seafarers
Participants at the 3rd Annual Tristar Safety at Sea Conference held on December 8 were asked to work collectively as a team to continue to lobby, at all levels, for the welfare of all seafarers. This was the message of Tristar Group CEO, Eugene Mayne when he opened the event at the Indian Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. Tristar is a signatory to the Neptune Declaration on Seafarer Wellbeing and Crew Change... -Gulf NewsPosted On:10-Dec-2021
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The Mission to Seafarers raises over £465,000 to sustain crew welfare
The Mission to Seafarers has raised over £465,000 for its ongoing Sustaining Crew Welfare Campaign, thanks to the generosity of donors from across the maritime industry. Ocean Network Express and X-Press Feeders Ltd have doubled their previous donations, recognising the need for immediate support and call for others to join the cause, in addition to Taylor Maritime Investments which has come onboard as a Silver sponsor... ajot.comPosted On:10-Dec-2021
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New Zealand: Ship’s crew member hospitalized after incident at Ports of Auckland
An injured person has been taken to hospital in a serious condition after an incident involving a crew member on a ship berthed at an Auckland container wharf. Firefighters and paramedics were called to the Fergusson Wharf just after 7.30am. Fire and Emergency NZ confirmed they were at the scene along with St John ambulance staff who were leading the mission... -New Zealand HeraldPosted On:10-Dec-2021
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Surge in piracy costing W. Africa nations: UN
The surge of maritime piracy in Africa’s Gulf of Guinea is not just a threat to foreign ship and cargo owners but also carries significant costs for the coastal nations, a new UN report said on Tuesday. The newest hotspot for piracy saw 106 incidents in 2020 with 623 seafarers affected by kidnapping, according to the report, "Pirates of the Gulf of Guinea: A Cost Analysis for Coastal States."... -News24Posted On:10-Dec-2021
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Bahamas: Parliament passes Merchant Shipping Bill; Senate to debate
Parliament yesterday passed the Merchant Bill, 2021, as the government moves to modernize and improve the maritime sector. The bill will now move to the Senate for debate. Minister of Transport and Housing JoBeth Coleby-Davis, while contributing to debate on the bill in Parliament, said: “This is indeed an opportune time to bring this legislation to the House, as I am indeed privileged and honored to advise of The Bahamas’ candidature for IMO Council membership in Category C,.. - EyeWitness NewsPosted On:10-Dec-2021
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India: Visakhapatnam - A village of arts and crafts, Indian cuisines to dot maritime expo
A maritime exhibition and a Milan Village will be set up during the multilateral naval exercise Milan 2022 as the port city is bracing up to witness two major events – Presidential Fleet Review (PFR) followed by Milan 2022 in February next. As a part of the Milan Village, art and crafts, diverse Indian cuisines, artefacts and clothes along with a host of various products would be put up at the counters... -The Hans IndiaPosted On:10-Dec-2021
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Nigeria: We haven’t received salaries in 6 months, seafarers tell NIMASA DG
Some Nigerian seafarers working onboard a vessel named Princess Ajiroghene in Onne port, Rivers State, have lamented to the Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Bashir Jamoh, that they are yet to be paid salaries in the last six months they have been working onboard the vessel... -NIGERIAN TRIBUNEPosted On:10-Dec-2021
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Sewage from cargo ships turned into biogas
Sewage from cargo ships may be legally discharged into the Baltic Sea, although it accelerates eutrophication. The Baltic Sea Action Group is bringing together cooperation parties for the new Ship/t Waste Action project that produces biogas from sewage discharged by ships at the port. The cooperation promotes the circular model of turning sewage into biogas that will be used as fuel by heavy traffic... GasumPosted On:10-Dec-2021
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Chinese Captain of container ship killed by Vietnamese crew
Vietnamese 24-old seaman, crew member of container ship, killed Captain of the ship in the evening Dec 8, in Korean waters, while the ship was under way from Vietnam to Korean port of Pyeongtaek. Seaman reportedly, drank several shots of whiskey in his cabin, went to bridge and stabbed Captain, 44-year old Chinese nationality, several times. The ship arrived at Pyeongtaek early in the morning Dec 9, seaman was immediately arrested, investigation under way... -FleetmonPosted On:10-Dec-2021
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Sailors Remain Unpaid Amidst Manager-Owner Dispute
A total of 35 seafarers aboard the BARKLY PEARL and the DIAMANTINA remained unpaid for 3 months. The two ships are live cattle transport ships jointly owned by Beng Kuang Marine (BKM) and a Businessman Nick Thorne through his cattle export business (NTXLS). The ships are idly afloat on Indonesian waters while a dispute between the ships owners and the ship’s manager; Global Radiance Ship Management (GRSM) causes the salaries to remain unpaid... -FleetmonPosted On:10-Dec-2021
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