Tag: Maripedia

Key industry associations jointly released a glossary on climate change definitions in relation to shipping in an effort to clarify associated terminology.

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.

The often-unplanned methane slip as a result from LNG combustion is the main argument of “LNG as a marine fuel” opponents. What does “methane slip” exactly refer to?

Declaring “General Average” is a practice regularly seen after a maritime casualty, including the high-level Ever Given grounding.

While shipping’s ability to offer economic and long-distance transport of goods puts it at the forefront of world economy, it is impressive how little most people think about how they have got everything they own.

Sailing a ship under a flag of convenience is a popular business practice. But what does this practice exactly refer to?

Amid diminishing ice and growing international interest in the Arctic, the Northern Sea Route has emerged as a new strategic opportunity for maritime transport.

The observative ones may have wondered, what do these propellers near the vessel’s bulbous bow do?

Adopted in 2019, the Poseidon Principles were excitingly accepted as they set the first global framework for adding climate considerations into lending decisions.

Essentially, Project management and Dry dock Management is the application (or use) of knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to meet project requirements.