May

Advice regarding verification of gross mass of packed containers

An MSC circular on Advice to Administrations, port State control authorities, companies, port terminals and masters regarding the SOLAS requirements for verified gross mass of packed […]

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LNG powered container ships make headway

Last year saw the delivery of Isla Bella, the world’s first liquefied natural gas (LNG) powered container ship, to TOTE Maritime by General Dynamics NASSCO. The […]

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Poseidon Med examines alternative ways to LNG bunkering in Greece

Poseidon Med II held a technical workshop in Igoumenitsa Port, on 5th & 6th May 2016 which focused on LNG bunkering operations, technology, infrastructure, safety provisions, and regulatory […]

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Sale of Sovcomflot: Privatisation in Action

The largest shipping company in Russia “Sovkomflot” (100% of shares belongs to the state) is fundamentally ready for privatisation, said transport Minister Maxim Sokolov. “The shipping […]

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European seafarers and shipowners oppose the sentencing of Captain Mangouras

The European Social Partners in Maritime Transport – ETF and ECSA – are extremely concerned about the recent Court decision in the Prestige case as it […]

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European shipowners invite Commission to acknowledge emerging sustainable shipping practices in India

Ship recycling practices in Alang, India, are gradually improving. The European Commission should acknowledge this positive development under the EU Ship Recycling Regulation. Adopting an overly […]

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Europe generates solid LNG demand

Europe’s net LNG imports surged in 2015, climbing 15.8 per cent on-year to reach 37.6 million tonnes (mt), due to a combination of increased regional demand […]

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