A new study on a cruise ship passengers points out the possibility of a higher proportion of COVID positive people who are asymptomatic and the virus prevalence is underestimated.
Coronavirus: Ship Crews Stranded At Sea For Months Without Any Sign Of Relief
Going home after ending the contract is becoming a dream for several ship’s crews stranded at sea for months now.
Wärtsilä Offers New Remote Service To Overcome COVID-19 Travel Restrictions
Wärtsilä introduces its Assured Operations remote support service for Wärtsilä 4-stroke and 2-stroke engine customers.
DNV GL And ABB Launch New MoU To Advance Marine Digitalization With Remote Signing Ceremony
DNV GL, the world’s leading classification society, and technology leader ABB have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to accelerate digitalization in the maritime industry.
DNV GL Launches New Certification In Infection Prevention On Board
DNV GL, the world’s leading classification society, has launched a new certification in infection prevention for the maritime industry.
Health During COVID-19 Isn’t Just About Hygiene; How Ports Have Adapted To COVID-19
The purpose of Ports Australia’s campaign was to explore how the ports have adapted in ways other than implementing more stringent physical safety and hygiene measures.
Photos: NGOs Distribute Emergency Food To Shipbreaking Workers In Bangladesh
In Bangladesh, authorities have imposed strict lockdowns which have particularly impacted the most vulnerable part of the workforce: the migrant workers.
Canada Updates Measures For Cruise And Passenger Vessels Up To October 31, 2020
The Government of Canada continues to monitor the evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic and the impacts it is having on the marine and tourism sectors.
Global Shipping Body Addresses Health Concerns Of Seafarers During COVID-19 Pandemic
ICS has issued updated health guidance for the global shipping industry to ensure ship operators and crew can safely deal with seafarers struggling with medical conditions during the coronavirus pandemic.