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What the Ship (Ep85) | Updates on Past Stories | Container and Ro/Ro Sector News | Mexico Oil Rig Fire | Offshore Wind | Liberia the Largest Registry What's Going on With Shipping? July 31, 2023 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano - maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner - di
Skuld: Key loss prevention tips for clay cargoes
Watch the Unstoppable Power of a ship!
Home News and Resources News Loss Prevention 31 Jul, 2023 Unseen Danger - Improving In-Transit Fumigation Safety Dean Crossley Head of Loss Prevention Asia The Club has noted a concerning rise in incidents involving vessels undergoing in-transit cargo fumigation leading to the accidental exposure of crew members to pho
Fire Subsiding on board Fremantle Highway What's Going on With Shipping? July 28, 2023 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano - maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner - provides an update on Fremantle Highway, under tow by the tug Fairplay 30 off the coast of the Netherlands and
Process of derusting, paint and rust removal by pneumatic chisel from ship deck by vessel crew.
In this episode we talk about Naval Architecture with Tunc Tasar. With over 15 years of expertise and experience, including working for Damen in The Netherlands, Tunc is now the owner of IKI Marine BV, specializing in Naval Architecture, Shipbuilding, and Marine Engineering.
Home News and Resources News News 28 Jul, 2023 Tunisia – Major Fire Incident at Port of Bizerte Renders Crucial Bridge Immovable (Update) Dean Crossley Head of Loss Prevention Asia Following the major fire incident at the Port of Bizerte, the bridge has been reopened for pedestrians and vehicles. However, it remains i
Newark Wants Special Fire Port Unit What's Going on With Shipping? July 27, 2023 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano - maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner - discusses the NY Times article entitled After Fatal Ship Fire, Newark Mayor Wants Special Port Unit.
Update on Fremantle Highway - July 27, 2023 #FremantleHighway #Fire #carcarrier #shipping
Risk Intelligence: How the Russia-Ukraine war reshapes Baltic Sea risk
The IMO Marine Environmental Protection Committee (MEPC) responsible for matters concerning the prevention and control of pollution from ships, held its 80th...
Our correspondent from Tunisia, TIPIC, provided us with the latest information on an unfortunate incident that occurred on 26 July 2023 at the Bizerte
Home News and Resources News Sanctions 27 Jul, 2023 Ukraine Conflict - EU provides further guidance on 11th sanction package in updated FAQs. Tim Davies Head of Claims (Eastern Team) Further to our Notice to Members on the EU’s 11th sanctions package the EU has since provided further guidance by way of updated FAQs.
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FIRE! FIRE! FIRE! - Fremantle Highway What's Going on With Shipping? July 26, 2023 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano - maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner - discusses the fire on board the car carrier Fremantle Highway in the North…
Have you ever encountered this phenomenon at sea?
Book Review: Shiphandling – the beautiful game
Seafarers Happiness Index Q1 2026: Sense of uncertainty is the new pandemic
Home News and Resources News Loss Prevention 26 Jul, 2023 Tunisia - Major Fire Incident at Port of Bizerte Renders Crucial Bridge Immovable An unfortunate incident has taken place at the port of Bizerte, where the bridge spanning the Canal de Bizerte has caught fire in its engine compartment, rendering it immobile. Th
Cadetship is a great way to start your career at sea and for Gard’s latest sponsored cadet, Harriet Harding, it was even more so as she joined the Royal Research Ship Sir David Attenborough for the first sea phase of her cadetship.
What the Ship (Episode 84) | The Black Sea | Canada ILWU Back On Strike... Off Strike | New IMO President | California and Shipping | FSO Safer off Yemen What's Going on With Shipping?
La Organización Marítima Internacional celebra sus 70 años y nos muestra como se fue desarrollando la institución a lo largo de su historia. Desde su creación en 1948, pasando por los convenios adoptados para la seguridad en la navegación, hasta la actualidad con más de 170 miembros.
Let’s think of a few ‘simple’ words: beam, line, shackle, icing, bridge. For someone experienced at sea, the meaning of these words should be immediately
How do FPSO vessels and oil platform rigs ensure smooth operations during night time?
Wakashio Report What's Going on With Shipping? July 23, 2023 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano - maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner - discusses the grounding of the bulker Wakashio off Mauritius three years ago with the release of the Panama Maritime Authority.
Our ship has arrived at Ashdod, Israel to load cargo. It's a rare opportunity to go ashore and visit Jerusalem.
Tanker Seizures What's Going on With Shipping? July 21, 2023 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano - maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner - discusses the difficulty the US is experiencing in offloading the seized tanker Suez Rajan, the actions of Iran in grabbing tankers, and
In this ULTIMATE In-Depth Guide, we unveil the best countries for maritime education and career development. If you're passionate about the sea and dream of a maritime career, this video is a must-watch!
5/2023: Sanctions – The European Union’s 11th sanctions package
Ukraine Maritime Route Versus Russian Danger Zone What's Going on With Shipping? July 19, 2023 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano - maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner - examines Ukraine's proposal to the International Maritime Organization to establish a temporary mariti
#ILWU Canada rejects #BCMEA offer and ports on West Coast of #Canada back on Strike
#Russia Declares a Danger Zone on the #BlackSea while #Ukraine attempts to open up Maritime Corridor
Home News and Resources News California Laws 19 Jul, 2023 California - Voluntary Vessel Speed Reduction Erin Walton Assistant Corporate Director The USCG, EPA and NOAA make an annual request that all vessels 300 GT or larger reduce speeds to 10 knots when transiting within the designated VSR (Vessel Speed Reduction) zo
History tells us that as with many progressive steps in the area of human rights, change at an institutional or inter-governmental level is driven by committed individuals and non-governmental organisations.
Over the past two decades, the MARPOL Convention and its Annexes have undergone amendments to impose stricter restrictions and prohibitions on waste discharges from ships at sea. These changes have necessitated greater adherence to environmental standards...
Home News and Resources News Loss Prevention 18 Jul, 2023 New Learn the Ropes Loss Prevention Video Published Dmitry Kisil Senior Loss Prevention Officer The latest instalment of the LEARN THE ROPES video series has just been released. Download PDF This video offers a comprehensive overview of the hazards associated w
US Navy: Built in Asia? What's Going on With Shipping? July 17, 2023 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano - maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner - discusses two recent articles that highlight that China has 200 times the shipbuilding…
In our last article, we discussed the role that transitional fuels will play in the industry’s drive towards net zero. In this article, we will focus on the ...
What the Ship (Episode 83) | Black Sea Grain Deal to Expire & Russian Oil Tops Price Cap | Canada ILWU Strike Over | Container Freights Up | IMO Sets New 2050 Greenhouse House Gases Goals | Barbie, UNCLOS, Vietnam & the Nine-Dash Line What's Going on With Shipping? July 16, 2023 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano - mari
Video Title: Quick Closing Valve Working Animation Quick closing valve on ships are an important safety equipment that in case of accidents such as fire, cut offs fuel to the fire. The quick closing valve is a remote operated valve i.
Our ship left Egypt and is headed towards Ashdod, Israel. Upon arrival, we were ordered to drop anchor.
What Happened! What's Going on With Shipping? July 14, 2023 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano - maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner - discusses the Marine Safety Investigation Report Grounding of MV Ever Given on March 23, 2021 and…
Last week, the 175 member states of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) unanimously agreed on an ambition to reach net-zero GHG emissions from international shipping close to 2050.
ReCAAP ISC: One incident of armed robbery 28 April- 4 May
Ship Fires: Hoegh Xiamen & Bonhomme Richard What's Going on With Shipping? July 12, 2023 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano - maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner - discusses the fires onboard the car carrier Hoegh Xiamen in Jacksonville, Florida and USS Bonhomme Richard i
Mental health matters: Small actions, big impact
The Swedish Club demonstrated the value of more than 150 years of claims experience when invited to participate in Reederei Nord's Senior Officers’
ILWU Strike in Canda What's Going on With Shipping? July 12, 2023 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano - maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner - joins Freightwaves Roundtable, along with John McCown of Center for Maritime Strategy to discuss the impact of the ILWU Strike in C