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ABS Signs MOU with Korea Hydrogen Industry Association and the University of Ulsan to Develop Cutting-Edge Hydrogen-Fueled Vessel
ABS signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Korea Hydrogen Industry Association (KHIA) and the University of Ulsan, Foundation for Industry Cooperation (UOUFIC) to develop a small, 40-seat vessel for tourism, equipped with electric …
Sep 5, 2023 / Curious
FESCO confirms compliance with standards for operation of vessels in US waters
FESCO Transportation Group (FESCO) has confirmed its membership in the Marine Preservation Association (MPA) of the United States of America.Participation in the MPA allows FESCO vessels to operate in territorial waters of the United States as well …
Jan 28, 2022 / Curious
MPA, SSA and GCNS Sign MoU to Raise Carbon Accounting Capabilities amongst Maritime Companies in Singapore
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), the Singapore Shipping Association (SSA), and the Global Compact Network Singapore (GCNS) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Friday (Sep24) to jointly support the development of …
Sep 27, 2021 / Curious
ILA President warns shipping lines and developers of Automated Vessels ILA members will not work ships without crews onboard
LA President Harold Daggett Warns Shipping Lines and Developers of Fully Automated Container Vessels That ILA Members Will Not Work Ships Without Crews AboardHarold J. Daggett, President, International Longshoremen’s Association has a message to any …
Sep 9, 2021 / Curious
Yara Marine Technologies enters the International Windship Association
After partnering with BAR Technologies to bring WindWings to the global shipping industry, Yara Marine Technologies is now entering the International Windship Association (IWSA) to join their mission of promoting the use of wind propulsion to reduce …
Jun 8, 2021 / Curious
British Ports Association examines the future of aerial drone activity in UK ports
Using an aerial drone to deliver light-weight parcels to ships, survey port infrastructure and ships, enhance search and rescue missions, and for additional security enforcement may be coming sooner than you realise for UK’s maritime sector. The …
Nov 9, 2020 / Curious
Scottish Ports geared up for a renewables push
The COVID pandemic has caused havoc across virtually all business sectors, and Scotland’s ports have certainly had their share of challenges in recent months. However, as Stuart Cresswell, Port Manager at Ayr and Troon, and the new Chair of the …
Aug 31, 2020 / Curious
HMM Moves to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Ships
South Korea’s leading shipper HMM Co. is stepping up efforts to reduce the emission of greenhouse gases from its ships. Caption: Containership Hyundai Pride - Image courtesy of Steve Greenwood HMM signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the …
Aug 24, 2020 / Vessels
The Panama Ship Registry And Japanese Experts Cooperate With Mauritius Island Authorities In The Case Of The Wakashio Ship
The Minister of Maritime Affairs, Naval Architect Noriel Araúz, accompanied by the General Director of Merchant Marine of the Panama Maritime Authority (AMP), Engineer Rafael Cigarruista, lead the Panamanian delegation that will travel to Mauritius …
Aug 17, 2020 / Accidents
British Port Association Responds to Covid19 Ferry Support Package
The British Ports Association has responded to the UK Goivernment’s announcement of a multimillion pound support package for 31 UK ferry routes today (24th April):“This is broadly speaking good news and will help keep freight moving. Critical …
Apr 24, 2020 / Finance