MPA Singapore expands precautionary measures to mitigate COVID-19 spread
The Maritime Port Authority of Singapore issued an additional update concerning the mitigation of the COVID-19 spread, expanding its border restrictions.
Read moreThe Maritime Port Authority of Singapore issued an additional update concerning the mitigation of the COVID-19 spread, expanding its border restrictions.
Read moreCarnival Corporation announced that select cruise ships from the company's cruise line brands, including Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises and P&O Cruises Australia, will be made available to communities for use as temporary hospitals.
Read moreFollowing the disruption in the shipping industry amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Transport Malta issues advice concerning the potential extension of sea service that may affect seafarers and the extension of validity of seafarers' certificates.
Read moreThe Port Authority of Houston has conducted a thorough investigation regarding the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) worker, that tested positive for COVID-19. As a result, vessel operations will resume at Bayport and Barbours Cut Terminals.
Read moreIn light of the COVID-19 pandemic and the travel bans that has brought, Greece informed that the shipping trade at the Port of Piraeus is still not impacted, as it remains operational. According to Xinhua, Greek port authorities haven't put any restrictions to the import or export of cargo at the moment.
Read moreIMO Secretary-General, Kitack Lim, issued a statement on COVID-19, stressing the vital need to maintain commerce by sea and protect seafarers' welfare.
Read moreDryad Global has been vocal about the impact of COVID-19 on the shipping sector and specifically on the security issues that already exist in the sector, also playing a negative role at global recession, logistical complexities, and geopolitical considerations.
Read moreTwo cruise ships were planned to dock at Honolulu Harbor at the end of this week, but passengers will not get permissions to disembark.
Read moreAmid the COVID-19 pandemic and the negative affects that has brought for the economy, the Norwegian-based engineering company, Kvaerner is setting precautions so as to reduce any negative influence of the virus upon ongoing projects and future business opportunities.
Read moreThe International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) shared the view of its Secretary General, Guy Platten, concerning the challenging times that the shipping industry is experiencing. In light of the difficulties, on Thursday 19th March, ICS will be using their power to bring national associations from around the world together for the first of an ongoing set of meetings designed to identify swift and effective solutions.
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