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NTSB: Baltimore bridge highlights vulnerability risks for 68 bridges
NTSB has recommended that owners of 68 bridges across 19 states conduct a vulnerability assessment to determine the risk of collapse from a vessel collision, part of the ongoing investigation into the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.
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Life Onboard
SEAFiT
The science of happiness: Exploring the 4 key brain chemicals
Happiness is often an emotional state marked by emotions of pleasure, satisfaction, contentment, and fulfilment. Ever wonder what triggers feelings of happiness, closeness, and joy? It's the magic of brain chemicals!
How to become happier today: 8 truths of happiness
Everyone's path to happiness is different. Overall, to be happier, we need to think our feelings, either positive of negative, in an atmosphere of growth.
Why emodiversity is more important than happiness
What is the end goal of life? “Happiness” Captain Obvious may say and indeed, the idea of feeling constantly happy sounds great. However, science has come to question again what can be characterized as “common knowledge”, by proving that feeling a variety of emotions is much more beneficial than feeling only positive emotions.
How journaling can boost happiness in just a few minutes
Whether scribbled in a leather-bound notebook or typed in a digital diary, journaling opens the door to our innermost thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
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Regulatory Update
ICS and CMI launch maritime treaty ratification campaign
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and the Comité Maritime International (CMI) have launched an updated campaign to get governments to ratify urgent maritime treaties.
Proposed US bill supports biofuels in ocean-going vessels
U.S. Senators Pete Ricketts and Amy Klobuchar have introduced the Renewable Fuel for Ocean-Going Vessels Act, a bill that would enable companies to retain Renewable Identification Number (RIN) credits under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) for biofuels used in ocean-going vessels.
DCSA releases final Booking 2.0 & Bill of Lading 3.0 standards
The Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA) released of the final versions of its Booking 2.0 and Bill of Lading 3.0 standards.
Key legal requirements under the UK MRV
In order to help the industry prepare to start reporting under the UK MRV, the Department for Transport has provided information to advise to stakeholders on legal and practical considerations for the introduction of the UK MRV regime.
China: New regulations on dangerous goods starting March
The Ministry of Transport (MOT ) in China has released the newly amended “Regulation on the Safety Supervision and Management of Ships Carrying Dangerous Goods” (Regulation 2024), which will come into effect on March 1, 2025.
IGP&I confirms approval of updated version on eBL agreement
The International Group of P&I Clubs with a circular confirms the approval of an updated version of the ICE Access Agreement (2024.1).
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High-quality case management for ill crew: A West Nile virus case study
In the maritime industry, the health and safety of crew members are of paramount importance. When a crew member presents...
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Maripedia
Do you know what MASS stands for?
You know ancient ships with rows and sails and Victorian steamships. You know that some modern ships run on methanol and ammonia. But do you know what MASS are?
Do you know the differences between PCTCs and RoRo/RoPax?
Electric vehicles can be transported either by pure car and truck carriers (PCTCs) or roro/ropax vessels which have significant differences.
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Shipping 2030
SAFETY4SEA ESG Climate Survey: What tops the industry’s agenda?
The ESG journey involves multiple considerations, and this survey aims to identify the key priorities of the maritime industry. ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, and in the shipping sector, it translates into sustainability practices within business models.
Companies join forces to develop green methanol value chain
CMA CGM has signed a green methanol long term supply cooperation agreement with SIPG Energy and Shanghai Electric Group on 20 March.
ITOPF: Consequences of an LNG spill in the marine environment
ITOPF has published a report highlighting the distinct nature of claims arising from LNG spills compared to traditional oil spills, focusing on the unique impacts associated with LNG's properties.
Mitsubishi gets shipbuilding order for three efficient ROROs
Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., a division of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, has received additional orders for three methanol dual-fuel roll-on/roll-off (RORO) cargo ships from Toyofuji Shipping, Miyazaki Sangyo Kaiun, and Nichitoku Kisen.
WMU to boost efforts to shift EU ports into dynamic energy hubs
As a key partner for the new POTENT-X project, the World Maritime University (WMU), is contributing to the transformation of European maritime ports into dynamic energy hubs.
Lessons Learned
Lessons learned: Take a new look at how work is taking place
IMCA draws lessons learned from an incident in which a crew member was injured while equipment was being retrieved to deck.
Maripedia
Do you know what MASS stands for?
You know ancient ships with rows and sails and Victorian steamships. You know that some modern ships run on methanol and ammonia. But do you know what MASS are?
