ABB’s Plug-And-Play Solution In Vlissingen
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5h ago
ABB, a pioneering technology company, is set to install a plug-and-play shore power system at the Vlissingen port for DEME’s fleet by the end of the year. Shore power, increasingly available in ports worldwide, offers ships the ability to connect to electrical power while docked, leading to reduced emissions in port areas. Advancing Sustainability in Ports: ABB’s Shore Power Installation at Vlissingen ABB’s installation of a shore power system at Vlissingen port marks a significant step in advancing sustainability initiatives in ports. This project, supported by the Dutch government, aligns wi ..read more
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Seafarer Wellbeing Under Threat Amid Geopolitical Conflict
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by MFame Editor
2d ago
Crew are facing physical threats from geopolitical conflict that are impacting their wellbeing. Shipping charities and unions have aired concerns that seafarer safety and well-being is being overlooked as they get caught in the crosshairs of geopolitical conflict in the Gulf of Aden, Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Missile attack  The missile attack on True Confidence on 6th March, which resulted in the tragic loss of three crew, realised the worst fears of many in the industry. However, while attacks on ships in these regions continue to disrupt the supply chain and threaten crew welfa ..read more
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Disney Destiny: Advancing Sustainable Cruise Travel
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4d ago
German shipbuilder Meyer Werft recently marked a significant milestone with the keel-laying ceremony for Disney Cruise Line’s third liquefied natural gas (LNG)-fueled cruise ship, Disney Destiny. This event signifies another step forward in the partnership between Meyer Werft and Disney Cruise Line, showcasing advancements in environmentally sustainable marine technology. Keel-Laying Ceremony Details The keel-laying ceremony for Disney Destiny took place at Meyer Werft’s yard on March 20, with Philip Gennotte from Walt Disney Imagineering Germany placing a coin under the keel—a longstanding ma ..read more
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Voice Of The Crew Survey: Empowering Seafarers To Shape The Maritime Industry
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6d ago
RightShip, a leading maritime due diligence platform, is dedicated to enhancing the safety, security, and overall well-being of seafarers. Recognizing seafarers as the lifeblood of the maritime industry, RightShip has launched the ‘Voice of the Crew’ survey to gather direct insights from seafarers themselves. This unique initiative aims to understand seafarers’ concerns, priorities, and experiences while at sea, ultimately shaping the future of the maritime industry. RightShip’s commitment to seafarer well-being is deeply embedded in its core values and operations. Through initiatives like ..read more
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ESL Shipping Offloads Supramax Duo To Drive Green Transition
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1w ago
ESL Shipping has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to sell its two Supramax class vessels in an effort to accelerate the green transition. The transaction is part of a program announced in April 2023 to support and accelerate ESL Shipping’s low-carbon growth strategy. ESL Shipping, part of Finnish conglomerate Aspo, is offloading its only two supramaxes as part of the company’s ambition to offer fossil-free dry bulk shipping, reports Offshore Energy. ESL Shipping’s low-carbon strategy The Aspo Group’s subsidiary has struck a deal with Turkey’s HGF Denizcilik for the sale of its 201 ..read more
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Corvus Battery For The 1st South America-Built Hybrid Electric Vessel
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1w ago
Corvus Energy will supply the battery energy storage system onboard the Magellan Discoverer— the first hybrid diesel-electric vessel to be constructed in South America. The vessel is a luxury polar expedition cruise ship to be built at the Chilean shipyard, Astilleros y Servicios Navales S.A. Corvus Energy has announced it will supply the battery energy storage system onboard the Magellan Discoverer — the first hybrid diesel-electric vessel to be constructed in South America. The vessel is a luxury polar expedition cruise ship to be built at the Chilean shipyard, Astilleros y Servicios Nava ..read more
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Operators Favour Direct Boxship Orders Amid Fuel Concerns
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2w ago
Non-operating owners’ fleets remain lower than pre-Covid-19 days. Tonnage providers have seen net fleet additions for the first time in nearly 4 years. Liner operators are leaning towards working with shipyards to determine ideal fuel and propulsion choices. The dilemma over alternative fuels and financing means that liner operators are more inclined to order newbuildings themselves, rather than turning to tonnage providers, reports Container News. As a result, these non-operating owners’ fleets remain lower than pre-Covid-19 days. Decline in tonnage providers Tonnage providers have seen ne ..read more
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Cosco, OOCL U-Turn On Pledge Not To Port Calls In Israel
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2w ago
Cosco Shipping Lines and its subsidiary, OOCL, have backtracked on halting calls to Israeli ports. Cosco and OOCL will be starting their Mediterranean feeder service by adding a ship to Zim Line’s Tyrrhenian Container Service. Cosco Shipping Lines and its subsidiary, OOCL, have apparently backtracked on halting calls to Israeli ports, reports the Loadstar. Israel-bound services would be suspended In December, Cosco announced that Israel-bound services would be suspended due to “operational difficulties”. Both lines are still calling at Haifa and Ashdod ports, with long-haul shipments facili ..read more
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Hafnia Celebrates Delivery Of Fourth Dual-Fuel LNG Ship: Hafnia Lillesand
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2w ago
Hafnia, a prominent player in the shipping industry, proudly announces the successful delivery of its fourth dual-fuel LNG ship, named the Hafnia Lillesand. The Hafnia Lillesand, a 110,000-dwt LNG-dual fuel crude oil and product tanker, marks the completion of a series of four LNG-powered Aframax-type LR2 vessels. These vessels were ordered by Hafnia through its Vista Shipping joint venture with CSSC Shipping, showcasing state-of-the-art design, advanced environmental credentials, and operational efficiency. Operational Details The vessel is equipped to run on dual-fuel, offering flexibilit ..read more
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China Stays The Course Despite Red Sea Attack
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2w ago
Chinese steel suppliers remain committed to shipping via the Red Sea route despite a recent attack on a vessel carrying Chinese steel products to Saudi Arabia on March 6, according to local traders interviewed by S&P Global Commodity Insights on March 7, says an article published on sp global website. Summary Despite a recent attack on the vessel True Confidence carrying Chinese steel to Saudi Arabia on March 6, Chinese steel suppliers are maintaining their commitment to shipping via the Red Sea route. The attacked vessel was transporting 42,082 metric tons of steel from Tianjin, China, t ..read more
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