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Bulk carrier engine room fire, East Sumatra
Fire broke out in engine room of bulk carrier SAMUDRA SAKTI III in the morning Sep 24, at Bandar Lampung anchorage, East Sumatra, Sunda Strait. Bulk carrier arrived at anchorage on Sep 21 from Singapore. The ship’s in ballast, 26 crew were evacuated, tugs and firefighting boats were deployed... -FleetMonPosted On:26-Sep-2023
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Cement carrier aground, blocked traffic, St. Lawrence river
Cement carrier NACC ARGONAUT ran aground in St. Lawrence river just above Cornwall, Ontario, Canada, in the morning Sep 24, while sailing upstream from Montreal to Oshawa. As of 0200 UTC Sep 25, was still aground. The ship seems to stray off fairway, probably because of imposed recently speed restrictions... -FleetMonPosted On:26-Sep-2023
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Caterpillar and Tidewater Ink Global Support Agreement
Tidewater Inc., the largest fleet operator in the offshore support vessel industry, has signed a Global Value Agreement (GVA) with engine manufacturer Caterpillar. The agreement aims to provide comprehensive parts, service, monitoring, and maintenance support to reduce total cost of ownership (TCO), increase uptime, and improve availability... -Crew MirrorPosted On:26-Sep-2023
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Cruise Ships to Benefit from SES’ Groundbreaking Integrated MEO-LEO Service
SES and SpaceX’s Starlink have announced a joint offering called SES Cruise mPOWERED + Starlink, which will provide cruise operators with a single managed solution for high-speed and secure connectivity. The solution combines the low-earth orbit (LEO) services of Starlink with the medium earth orbit (MEO) services of SES to deliver a unique guest and crew experience... -Crew MirrorPosted On:26-Sep-2023
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Introducing a Revolutionary Cruise Ship Design: Silver Nova Sets the Standard
Silversea Cruises has introduced its newest ship, the Silver Nova, which embraces asymmetry in its design. The ship features an asymmetrical pool on Deck 10, offering passengers a full view of the sea without obstructive walkways. The Nova also boasts 43,000 square feet of glass windows, allowing for ample natural light and stunning views of the surrounding landscapes... -Crew MirrorPosted On:26-Sep-2023
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13 UK Universities Collaborate to Launch $26 Million Green-Propulsion Research Hub
The UK government has launched a new $26 million research partnership called UK-MaRes Hub to study maritime decarbonization. The Hub will bring together academic researchers and private-sector stakeholders to accelerate shipping’s green transition. It will focus on studying alternative-fuel safety, propulsion systems, port decarbonization, and efficiency measures. . -Crew MirrorPosted On:26-Sep-2023
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AI enhances RIB security and increases efficiency
Icelandic tour operator Whale Safari is using AI-based technology to improve safety and reduce insurance costs for its fleet of high-speed rigid inflatable boats (RIBs). With rising insurance premiums globally, the company partnered with technology firm Hefring Marine and insurers TM Insurance to enhance passenger safety and better assess risk... -Crew MirrorPosted On:26-Sep-2023
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Bulk carrier design targets 40-year lifespan
ÈTA Shipping and Mercuria have formed a partnership to develop a fleet of shortsea bulk carriers that can be easily adapted to new fuels and technologies. The vessels will initially be diesel electric, but will have containerised gensets on deck, allowing for easy conversion to alternative fuels. The aim is for the ships to have a 40-year lifespan,.. -Crew MirrorPosted On:26-Sep-2023
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DP World to invest more than Rs.600 crore in India’s FTZs
Dubai-based port operator DP World is exploring opportunities to enhance its manufacturing presence in India by partnering with big electronics and tech companies for export and import activities. The company is the third to set up free trade zones in the country, after J Matadee and Arshiya.. -Crew MirrorPosted On:26-Sep-2023
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Enhancing Maritime Safety Compliance at State-Operated Ports in India
The central government has directed all maritime states in India to ensure compliance with maritime safety regulations at state-operated ports. It has been observed that some ports do not possess maritime safety compliance certificates and clearances from the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organization. The government aims to accelerate compliance in order to enhance the safety standards of these ports... -Crew MirrorPosted On:26-Sep-2023
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Ship operators are adopting waste heat recovery to curb emissions
The shipping industry is facing increasing pressure to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Many shipowners and operators have adopted sustainability goals and strategies to minimize their environmental impact. One effective way to achieve this is to integrate sustainable technologies, such as Waste Heat Recovery (WHR) systems, into existing ships and new shipbuilding... -Crew MirrorPosted On:26-Sep-2023
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ITF Successfully Negotiates Higher Pay for 250,000 Seafarers
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) and a consortium of maritime employers have reached a new four-year labor contract, covering 250,000 seafarers and 10,000 ships worldwide. The agreement includes a wage increase of four percent for 2024, with an additional two percent raise in 2025. Wages for 2026-27 will be negotiated again that year... -Crew MirrorPosted On:26-Sep-2023
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