     |
ITF Seafarers’ Trust urges for recognition of seafarers during World Maritime Day
To mark World Maritime Day 2021 on 30 September, the ITF Seafarers' Trust is urging for greater recognition for seafarers and for governments to live up to their responsibilities.
Read more |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Life Onboard
Best Practices
Regulatory Update
New US bill aims to reform liability for maritime accident compensation
A bill was introduced at the US Congress, aiming to reform the 170-year-old regulation that limits compensation for maritime accidents.
Opinions |
Maripedia
Do you know how ship propulsion has changed?
From wind, to steam, to diesel engines and autonomous ships, vessels’ propulsion is a constant struggle to innovate.
Do you know why ships need a marine pilot?
A marine pilot, also called maritime pilot, harbor pilot, port pilot, ship pilot, or simply pilot, is a mariner who maneuvers ships through dangerous or congested waters, such as harbors or river mouths.
Oman lifts COVID-19 travel ban on all countries
The Omani government lifted its ban on all arrivals. All Omani citizens, resident visa holders, visitors and crewmembers will be allowed to enter Oman regardless of their departure country and without prior approval.
Overview of IMO Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers
The IMO Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers held its 7th Session (CCC 7) remotely from 6 - 10 September 2021.
New reporting requirements for foreign flag vessels entering China
The Maritime Safety Administration (MSA) has issued a new circular requiring foreign flag vessels to make mandatory reporting prior entering the territorial waters of China.
Key outcome of IMO’s Legal Committee 108: Abandonment of seafarers in the spotlight
The 108th session of IMO's Legal Committee (LEG 108) took place on 26-30 July 2021, touching upon a wide range of shipping regulatory cases. The meeting put the issue of abandonment of seafarers high on the agenda, discussing, among others, a proposal to establish a fund to support seafarers impacted by abandonment.
Maripedia
Do you know how ship propulsion has changed?
From wind, to steam, to diesel engines and autonomous ships, vessels’ propulsion is a constant struggle to innovate.
Watch
2021 SMART4SEA Talk 2 - Becoming cyber resilient: Past, present, future
00:48:33
Odfjell receives the 2021 GREEN4SEA Tanker Operator Award
00:02:49
Olympic Vision Maritime receives the 2021 GREEN4SEA Dry Bulk Operator Award
00:04:11
Prof. Harilaos Psaraftis receives the 2021 GREEN4SEA Personality Award
00:08:11 |
Shipping 2030
CCS, Maersk join hands to drive decarbonisation in shipping
Maersk and China Classification Society (CCS) will start a major project to drive decarbonisation in the shipping industry after signing an agreement in Beijing.
GEA supports shipping with marine ammonia solutions
GEA plans to support the shipping industry in reducing emissions as a system supplier with in-house solutions.
IMO, MPA Singapore launch portal for maritime decarbonisation
IMO and the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore launched an online portal focusing on maritime transport decarbonisation initiatives.
Gasunie, North Sea Port to develop Zeeland hydrogen network
Gasunie and North Sea Port have signed an agreement to develop a regional transport network for hydrogen in Zeeland.
Port of Le Havre conducts its first LNG bunkering operation
On 24th September, the port of Le Havre, France saw its first LNG bunker. Namely, Gasum bunkered LNG to Le Commandant Charcot, PONANT’s latest LNG fueled newbuilt polar explorer.
Lessons Learned
Lessons learned from fatality involving shipboard mooring operation
The Hong Kong Merchant Shipping presents lessons learned from a Hong Kong registered bulk carrier, which when berthed at a port for cargo loading, its aft spring line was caught under a tyre fender.
