Maritime technology company ZeroNorth has opened a new office in Piraeus, Greece, to further its aim to support more ship owners and operators to digitalise and decarbonise their operations. The new office is an important expansion for ZeroNorth and signifies the role of Greek shipping to the organisation’s digitalisation objectives and commercial strategy. The operation […]
IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim has expressed his deep concern about the escalation in the number and severity of attacks on ships and crew in the Gulf of Guinea region. He insisted on the need for all stakeholders to work together to restore security and reduce the threats to the safety and security of crews and […]
The state-of-play of low and zero-carbon fuel options to ensure shipping’s path to decarbonisation was set out in an online symposium hosted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) on 9-10 February 2021. Speakers from industry and Governments outlined the different fuel options available to owners and operators which will allow the maritime sector to meet […]
The Liberian Registry has announced the expansion of its presence in South Korea, with the opening of its Busan branch office. After a successful several years of winning over tonnage from Korean owners, the Liberian Registry has met the demand of its ever-increasing Korean fleet with this additional technical and operational office in the heart […]
The Royal Commission in Jubail and Yanbu, represented by the Jubail and Yanbu Industrial Services Company, and Hutchison Ports have announced the signing of an agreement to invest and operate JCPDI Port, which consists of world-class, multipurpose terminals within the Jazan City for Primary and Downstream Industries (JCPDI). With the honourable and generous patronage of […]
Seafarer charity The Mission to Seafarers has opened nominations for the annual Singapore Awards. The charity is calling for the maritime community to propose individuals and organisations that have made significant contributions to improving the welfare of seafarers. Following one of the most challenging years for seafarers, where many are experiencing extreme isolation, travel restrictions, […]
Swan Hellenic has introduced valid COVID-19 vaccination as a pre-embarkation medical requirement for all ship’s staff and crew. The vaccination cycle will be carried out at recruitment centres or in the home countries of the crew members in accordance with current local guidelines and approved medical protocols. This decisive action to protect staff and guests […]
DP World has announced that London Gateway, Britain’s fastest growing container terminal, is now the UK port of call for two new major international shipping services, connecting the economies of Western Europe with the Eastern Mediterranean, North Africa and Russia. DP World has created an integrated business in the UK comprising two deep water ports […]
As part of their strategic development plan to emerge strongly from the impact of Covid-19 on the business travel sector, Good Travel Management are delighted to announce that they have become the latest member of the Global travel network, Lufthansa City Center. As a Travel Management Company headquartered near to Hull, East Yorkshire specialising […]
The Port of Liverpool will welcome a new weekly service from intra-European expert, Containerships, part of the CMA CGM Group, a world leader in shipping and logistics, connecting Dunkirk, France, to the North West of England. The service, launched on the 29th January, provides a gateway for goods, helping them move more quickly from Europe […]
