Maersk Becomes The First Container Shipping Company To Offer Digital Ocean Customs Clearance
Aiming to provide simple and easy-to-use solutions, Maersk has launched Customs Clearance online shipping management platform in seven European countries.
The Scenic Jewel Cruise Ship
2013 will mark the start of operations of Scenic Cruise Line’s newest Jewel, the ‘Scenic Jewel.’ The cruise ship represents the cruise line’s latest fleet of river cruising vessels, commissioned to be built at a cost touching over US$ 10 million.
Pirate Ransom Negotiations: Resolving the Paradoxes of Extortionate Transactions with Somali Pirates
Somali pirates take a very business-like approach to their craft. They attack big ships that can pay. However, after capturing several ships they have learned about what type of ships to target and which ship owner is able or willing to pay ransom money.
What is Marine Growth Preventive System (MGPS) On a Ship?
Marine growth on the surface of the ship leads to several unfavorable effects in the ship’s material. In this article we will learn about the causes, effects, and preventive measures for marine growth.
Port Of Rotterdam Begins Blockchain Applications
The first blockchain applications in the Port of Rotterdam are beginning to take shape. Leading these applications is BlockLab, established by the Port of Rotterdam Authority and the Municipality of Rotterdam.
OOCL Marks Positive Start To The Year With 5.9% Increase In Revenue
For the first quarter of 2019 (ended 31st March 2019), total volumes were 1.6% up from the same period last year. Total revenues increased by 5.9% to US Dollars 1,460.1 million.
Migrants Crossing To Trinidad Result In 30 Drowning
More than 30 young Venezuelans are feared to have drowned while making the crossing to Trinidad after the fishing vessel carrying them capsized in rough seas five kilometres from the Venezuelan coast.
US Charges Greek Company With Pollution Cover-Up
A US court has charged a Greek ship management company, corporate vessel owner and chief engineer on six counts of falsification of pollution records, obstruction of justice and witness tampering.
Wärtsilä Enters Contract With To Sovcomflot Increase Safety And Efficiency In Sensitive Arctic Waters
Wärtsilä has been contracted by Sovcomflot, Russia’s largest shipping company, to roll out a Wärtsilä Fleet Operations solution for Sovcomflot’s fleet of Arctic shuttle tankers.
NAPA And Chartworld Partner To Provide Artificial Intelligence-Driven Voyage Optimization
NAPA and ChartWorld have announced their partnership to provide revolutionary artificial intelligence-driven voyage planning and optimization.