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SIRE 2.0 becomes the new vetting standard starting September 2024
The Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) has confirmed that its digitalised Ship Inspection Report Programme (SIRE 2.0) is scheduled to ‘go-live’ on Monday 2 September 2024 and become the standard tanker inspection tool for the marine industry.
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Life Onboard
SEAFiT
Leadership through imperfection: Embracing Kintsugi’s philosophy for authenticity and resilience
Life and leadership inevitably involve challenges and difficulties. At some point in our existence, each of us faces moments of brokenness.
Yoga can boost your immune system: 3 asanas for your daily routine
Yoga is a powerful tool in strengthening our immune system systematically. Through asanas and breathwork, the entire body is awakened, enhancing natural defense and self-healing.
Paying attention with mindfulness: 7 attitudinal factors
Mindfulness is a universal human capacity that transcends culture and religion. It is an inherent aspect of being human, a state of awareness accessible to all of us.
Simplicity is the new way: Get beyond the analytical mind
Getting beyond the analytical mind is a journey that involves shifting your focus from constant analysis and overthinking to a state of greater presence, intuition, and mindfulness.
Interviews
AMSA issues new Marine Order 55
As the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) informs, the new Marine Order 55 (Vessels carrying industrial personnel) 2024 will commence on 1 July 2024.
Panama Canal to increase draft and daily transits
Based on the present and projected level of Gatun Lake, the Panama Canal Authority (ACP) announces an additional booking slot in the Neopanamax Locks during Booking Period 2 for booking dates beginning August 5, 2024.
LR: New survey requirements for bulk carriers and oil tankers
Lloyd's Register has announced updated survey requirements for Special, Intermediate, and Annual Surveys of bulk carriers and oil tankers, effective from 1 July 2024.
South Africa enforces strict bunkering procedures
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has recently introduced a regime of strict compliance with procedures relevant to the supply of bunkers for foreign-going vessels.
How the new IMO guidelines impact ships’ Ballast Water Management plans
SQEMARINE has issued a new circular to inform about important IMO guidance documents regarding Ballast Water Management, which directly affect the Ballast Water Management Plan of ships. It urges ship managers and operators to take action accordingly.
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Maripedia
Do you know what biofouling is?
In June 2022, new requirements on biofouling management entered into force for ships in Australia, reminding us that the problem is yet to reach its peak, amid a continuous increase in seaborne trade.
Do you know what makes a maritime center?
What makes a maritime center and which criteria rank one maritime center higher than the other?
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Shipping 2030
Stakeholders build momentum towards nuclear propulsion
The Lloyd’s Register Maritime Decarbonisation Hub, in its latest Zero-Carbon Fuel Monitor, highlights the increasing readiness of nuclear propulsion technology for maritime applications.
Wilson advances fleet with eco-friendly newbuildings
Wilson ASA announced the signing of a significant contract for the construction of eight state-of-the-art 6,300 dwt future-proof newbuildings with a focus on environmental benefits, flexibility, and efficiency.
AMSA tackles marine plastic pollution through global efforts
According to AMSA, in a concerted effort to combat the pervasive issue of plastic pollution, Plastic Free July stands as a global call to action, urging millions worldwide to reduce their reliance on plastic and adopt sustainable alternatives.
Alternative fuel orders account for about one-third of all newbuilds during Q1 2024
Clarksons Research's latest Green Technology Tracker reveals significant progress in the adoption of alternative fuels and energy-saving technologies in global shipping.
New initiative aims to boost ammonia offtake in Egypt
Scatec ASA, ECHEM, and MOPCO have agreed with Yara Clean Ammonia on terms for renewable ammonia offtake from Egypt.
Lessons Learned
Lessons learned: Good BRM practices help to ensure that the best decisions are made
The Nautical Institute presents an incident where, a passenger vessel was inbound for a port in daylight conditions. Visibility was moderate, but still in excess of one nm. Under the effect of the tidal stream, the vessel was travelling at 12 knots.
Maripedia
Do you know what biofouling is?
In June 2022, new requirements on biofouling management entered into force for ships in Australia, reminding us that the problem is yet to reach its peak, amid a continuous increase in seaborne trade.
