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IMO Concludes MEPC78
The UN International Maritime Organization’s has concluded its latest meeting of its key Marine Environment Protection Committee, known as MEPC78, held virtually from IMO headquarters in London. The IMO’s MEPC is made of all 175 member states and is responsible for setting regulations and measures to prevent and control pollution from ships... -gCaptainPosted On:11-Jun-2022
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India Plans First Offshore Wind Auctions to Reach 12 GW Capacity
The Indian government on Thursday announced the first steps in the development of offshore wind energy outlining a strategy and timetable for commencing auctions. The first ever auctions are expected in the next three to four months with an initial strategy mapped out for the development of at least 10 to 12 GW offshore power generation... -The Maritime ExecutivePosted On:11-Jun-2022
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ILC adds safety and health to Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work
The landmark decision means that all ILO Member States commit to respect and promote the fundamental right to a safe and healthy working environment, whether or not they have ratified the relevant Conventions. Delegates attending the International Labour Conference (ILC) have adopted a resolution to add the principle of a safe and healthy working environment to the ILO Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work... -ILOPosted On:11-Jun-2022
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Decarbonizing the Maritime Sector: Mobilizing Coordinated Action
The maritime industry is highly dependent on fossil fuels and emitted about 1.2 gigatons of carbon dioxide equivalents (CO2e) in 2020, equivalent to about 3% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This is more than the world’s 5th GHG emitting country. However, given the cross-border nature of the maritime sector, it is not addressed in the national determined contributions (NDCs)... -The Maritime ExecutivePosted On:11-Jun-2022
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World’s First Long-range Autonomous Marine Research Vessel Unveiled
Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) unveiled designs for Oceanus, a long-range autonomous research vessel that PML is saying would be the world’s first. The plan is for this vessel to assist in advanced international marine research and achieve net-zero oceanography. While most current oceanographic sampling is performed by either moored data buoys, smaller autonomous devices or fully-manned research trips,.. -ThomasNet NewsPosted On:11-Jun-2022
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Demand for IMarEST Accreditation Increases Across APAC
Jiangsu University of Science and Technology (JUST) and Shanghai Maritime University (SMU) are the latest universities to be granted accreditation for their degree courses by the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST). Demand for marine engineering courses to be accredited by the Institute continues to grow with around 100 academic courses from higher education institutions,.. -Hydro InternationalPosted On:11-Jun-2022
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Indian engineer with military experience helps in rescue from disabled sailboat
An Indian engineer with prior military service aboard an oil tanker headed towards the US city of New Orleans helped in the rescue of individuals from a disabled sailboat caught amid bad weather at sea. A press release by the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) said Thursday that in April four individuals from US,, Argentina, Antigua and UK captain had set out from Antigua and Barbuda for a month-long journey... -dailyexcelsior.comPosted On:11-Jun-2022
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More cruise lines interested in recruiting from Trinidad and Tobago
Tourism, Culture and the Arts Minister Randall Mitchell said several cruise ship lines have expressed interest in recruiting workers from Trinidad and Tobago. He said the ministry is in advanced stages of negotiations with these companies. He was speaking at a post-Cabinet news conference on Thursday at the Diplomatic Centre, St Ann’s... -TT NewsdayPosted On:11-Jun-2022
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Russia: RF Transport Ministry extends validity period of seafarers’ documents
The Marine Administration of the Russian Federation extends the validity of ships’ crew certificates of competency and certificates of proficiency that have expired or expire before 30 September 2022, says press center of RF Ministry of Transport. The decision is made amid the current epidemiological situation worldwide caused by expansion of the coronavirus infection... -PortNews IAAPosted On:11-Jun-2022
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NZ: Maritime Union Calls For Ex-CEO To Be Dumped From Port Directorships
The Maritime Union says it is indefensible that former CEO Tony Gibson still holds directorships with companies associated with Ports of Auckland Limited. Mr Gibson resigned as CEO of Ports of Auckland last year following widespread concerns about his management of Ports of Auckland... -ScoopPosted On:11-Jun-2022
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Nigeria: Maritime Academy Trains Staff On Improving Mgt Performance
The Maritime Academy of Nigeria, Oron, has began a three day capacity development workshop for senior and middle level cadre officers of the academy. The training titled, ‘Cascading performance management, achieving performance excellence’ was organised by valuebridge consulting... -Leadership NewsPosted On:11-Jun-2022
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De-Mining Ukraine’s Ports Could Take Months While Seafarers Remain Trapped
Removing sea mines near Ukraine’s key ports could take months, and hundreds of seafarers are still stranded in the region following Russia’s invasion of the country, according to the United Nations agency responsible for shipping safety. Russian ships have blocked Ukraine’s Black Sea access, essentially halting seaborne exports of staples from grains to chicken and worsening a global food crisis... -SupplyChainBrainPosted On:11-Jun-2022
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Posidonia 2022 in quotes
Posidonia 2022 saw the industry connecting in person in way it has sorely missed during in the pandemic. It has been a week not only of packed exhibition halls, parties, and traffic jams, but also some serious content and statements from leading industry figures and politicians. Seatrade Maritime News takes you through some the most notable comments from the week which link to the full stories... -Seatrade Maritime NewsPosted On:11-Jun-2022
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SA: Opportunities for seafarer employment and training
New employment opportunities for local seafarers have arisen, while a most welcome maritime training course for school-leavers wishing to embark on seagoing careers has been announced. Through its newly established partnership with the SA Maritime Training Academy (Samtra) in Simon’s Town, Glasgow-based Northern Marine is embarking on a hopefully long-term sustainable programme of employing South African cadets and experienced officers... -IOLPosted On:11-Jun-2022
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Idle OSV fleet reactivation on the rise as high oil prices spearhead investments
As the stamp of high oil prices in the first half of the year engraves its mark on oil market fundamentals, Westwood Global Energy, an energy market research and consultancy firm, points out the signs of an uptick in offshore exploration and production (E&P) investment and rig count, expecting the demand for offshore support vessels (OSVs) to continue unabated over the next two years, leading to more idle fleets being put to work... -Offshore EnergyPosted On:11-Jun-2022
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Joint Project to Create the World’s Largest Liquid CO2 Carrier
The largest liquefied CO2 carrier with a carrying capacity of 74,000 m3 is to be developed in a joint venture involving Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (KSOE), HHI, Classification society ABS and the Marshall Island Registry’s International registries. As the carbon capture industry expands at 30% per year and is expected to reach 7.6 billion tons, this is just one of the many liquefied CO2 carriers being developed concurrently... -FleetmonPosted On:11-Jun-2022
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Turkey and Russia Hold Talks for a Safe Corridor for Ukrainian Grain
Turkish and Russian governments are having talks regarding creating a safe corridor in the black sea primarily for the export of Ukrainian grain that remains stuck due to mutual distrust between Russia and Ukraine. It is important to note that the Ukrainian government has not consented to this deal, without which the plans would mean little... -FleetmonPosted On:11-Jun-2022
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Tuna seiner sank after collision, 31 crew rescued
Report emerged on a collision between tuna fishing vessels VIVA FAFA NO. 707 and understood, MOAMAEU, in the evening Jun 8, 310 nm east of Rabaul, East New Britain province of Papua New Guinea. According to VIVA FAFA NO. 707 crew testimony, collision was caused by MOAMAEU reckless maneuvering – both ships under way were to pass clear, but suddenly MOAMAEU made sudden turn and was struck amidships by VIVA FAFA NO. 707 bow... -FleetmonPosted On:11-Jun-2022
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Polish bulk carrier grounding, Colombia
Bulk carrier POLESIE ran aground in approach channel while entering Port of Barranquilla Colombia in load, arriving from USA via Santa Marta Colombia. According to ship’s track and records, the ship ran aground at around 1520 UTC Jun 9, was refloated at around 1950 UTC same day, with tugs assistance. POLESIE reached port and was berthed at around 2310 UTC same day... -FleetmonPosted On:11-Jun-2022
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