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India’s maritime strength in full display at Presidential Fleet Review
Warships, submarines, fighter jets, anti-submarine corvettes, and helicopters of the Indian Navy in full display, showcased India’s maritime firepower at the 12th edition of the President’s Fleet Review in Visakhapatnam on Monday. The mega naval display is an old tradition that takes place once during a President’s tenure... -India TodayPosted On:22-Feb-2022
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India, France agree on roadmap for blue economy and ocean governance
India and France have agreed on a Roadmap on Blue Economy and Ocean Governance with the aim to contribute to scientific knowledge and ocean conservation and ensure that the ocean remains a global common, based on the rule of law. This agreement came during External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar’s three-day visit to France... -Business StandardPosted On:22-Feb-2022
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Fire hit Felicity Ace cargo worth an estimated $401m
Cargo onboard the burning car carrier Felicity Ace has an estimated value of $401m, according to risk analysts Russell Group. The fire onboard 2005-built car carrier Felicity Ace in the Atlantic continues to burn after the 22 crew were evacuated on 16 February. Photos taken by the Portuguese Navy show extensive damage to the vessel and its cargo decks... -Seatrade Maritime NewsPosted On:22-Feb-2022
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Australia: Local awarded for supporting seafarers
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to long periods of isolation for many, and copping the worst of this has been the crews of international seafarers that man the vessels that go in and out of Port Kembla every day. Unable to leave their ships to access services on shore due to pandemic border controls, some seafarers have spent more than 12 months at sea, largely unable to contact friends or family at home... -Illawarra MercuryPosted On:22-Feb-2022
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The world’s biggest cruise ship is making its debut
It’s been three years in the making, but the world’s largest cruise ship is finally ready to welcome passengers. Measuring a staggering 1,188 feet, Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas was delivered last month and is due to begin its maiden voyage from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to the Caribbean on March 4... -CNNPosted On:22-Feb-2022
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New safety legislation for UK seafarers
New legislation has come into place for UK seafarers. Working on vessels presents a dangerous, potentially life-threatening environment for seafarers across the globe. From unpredictable weather conditions to unforeseeable atmospheric conditions in enclosed spaces – seafarers put their life at risk daily, which is why the introduction of improved safety regulation is vital for their safety... -Ship TechnologyPosted On:22-Feb-2022
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Kenya ratifies key international labour standards for seafarers and fishers
Kenya has become the 20th ILO Member State and the seventh African fishing nation to ratify the Work in Fishing Convention, 2007 (No. 188). The Convention, which entered into force on 16 November 2017, provides the international legal framework for decent work in the fishing sector. It aims to ensure that the world’s 38 million fishers working on commercial fishing vessels enjoy decent working and living conditions on board... -Mirage NewsPosted On:22-Feb-2022
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Singapore Welcomes New Player in Shore-to-Ship Drone Deliveries
A new consortium of three companies will test out drone services for shore-to-ship parcel delivery for ships at anchor in Singapore. It is the latest in a string of similar projects at the port, which has become a go-to destination for maritime drone testing. Singapore has one of the world’s busiest anchorages, and it has hosted more shore-to-ship drone trials than perhaps any other seaport... -The Maritime ExecutivePosted On:22-Feb-2022
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New Zealand: Maritime Union Supports Greater Income Security For Workers
The Maritime Union is backing the Social Unemployment Insurance Scheme agreed between Government, Business New Zealand, and the Council of Trade Unions. Maritime Union of New Zealand National Secretary Craig Harrison says the scheme supports workers when they need help the most, and delivers security to families and communities across New Zealand... -Scoop NewsPosted On:22-Feb-2022
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Shipping industry faces higher costs as marine fuel rises 23% this year
The shipping industry is starting to feel the full force of surging diesel and petrol costs. Ship fuel can be made from some of the same ingredients that refiners can also put into diesel and petrol. But soaring margins of the latter two fuels are making their production more attractive, resulting in tighter supplies for the maritime sector... -Irish ExaminerPosted On:22-Feb-2022
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Grounded Tresta Star Breaking Up on Reunion Island
The Mauritian-flagged tanker that ran aground earlier this month on Reunion Island in the Indian Ocean is in the process of breaking up. A breach on the port side of the MT Tresta Star, exposed to the heavy swell caused by the recent passage of tropical cyclone Emnati, has “widened significantly” in size, according to an update from the Préfet of Reunion Island... -gCaptainPosted On:22-Feb-2022
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CLECAT calls for investigation over ’unfair’ rules in container shipping sector
CLECAT, the European association representing the interest of freight forwarders and logistics service providers, has written to the European Commission calling it to urgently establish the degree of concentration, consolidation, coordination and cartelization in the upstream container liner shipping services markers serving the EU, and the downstream markets for freight forwarding services... -Offshore EnergyPosted On:22-Feb-2022
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Update: Additional support on the way to burning car carrier off Azores
Felicity Ace, the 6,400 CEU car carrier which caught fire on 16 February, is assumed to remain on fire south of the Azores currently drifting away from the islands, according to the update on the incident. Two large tugs with firefighting equipment were arranged to support the vessel, one of which was to arrive from Gibraltar on Sunday, 20 February. A second tug, also from Gibraltar is scheduled to arrive on the scene today, 21 February... -Offshore EnergyPosted On:22-Feb-2022
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Crewmember of Danish Training Ship Dies After Falling off the Mast
A crewmember of the three-masted, full-rigged school ship, DANMARK, was killed when he fell off the mast he was working on. The victim was a 23-year-old Danish citizen. The accident occurred when the ship was at the port of Assens.. -FleetmonPosted On:22-Feb-2022
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Bulk carrier BORDO MAVI mass poisoning news: CORRECTION
Local and national news outlets wrongly reported mass crew poisoning on board of bulk carrier BORDO MAVI at Nevelsk port Anchorage, Sakhalin, Russia, on Feb 15. As it transpired later, there was, indeed, mass poisoning, but crew remained unharmed – 10 dockers, who’ve been working in cargo hold loading coal, complained of poison symptoms, 4 of them were hospitalized and shortly after, released, safe and sound... -FleetmonPosted On:22-Feb-2022
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Ferry collided with berthed tanker, Kiel Canal
Kiel Canal ferry DANZIG at around 2000 LT Feb 18, during her last daily trip, contacted tanker SAN BACCO, berthed at TOTAL Energies Terminal, Ostermoor, Kiel Canal, Brunsbuettel area. Ferry reportedly, was maneuvering to avoid container ship, sailing in eastern direction. Later water police found ferry skipper to be intoxicated, criminal proceedings are under way... -FleetmonPosted On:22-Feb-2022
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Tanker in load aground, Laccadives
Product tanker THILAAKKAM loaded with some 700 mt of different types of fuel, ran aground near Kavaratti port entrance, Laccadives islands, India, Arabian sea, in the afternoon Feb 21, while approaching port, said The Hindu. As of 1815 UTC Feb 21, situation is unclear, looks like she’s still aground... -FleetmonPosted On:22-Feb-2022
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