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Maritime Technology
SpecTec and Source2Sea partnership boosts data driven decision making in the maritime supply industry
With 40 years of experience in the maritime industry, SpecTec knows what great data looks like, and that is…
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Maritime Technology
Don’t EU worry. Compliance without the complexity
The regulatory landscape is about to get a whole lot more complicated, with the advent of FuelEU Maritime from…
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Shipowners
Navigator Gas boosts financial standing
Navigator Holdings Ltd., known as Navigator Gas (NYSE: NVGS), has announced the successful placement of $100 million in senior…
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Shipowners
Maersk earns more than expected
Maersk has raised its annual profit forecast for the fourth time this year, following an exceptionally strong third quarter…
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Offshore Wind
Denmark: A model for global offshore wind expansion
With a longstanding commitment to renewable energy, Denmark leads in offshore wind power, using the North Sea as a…
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Worldwide
Mealtimes with my maritime friends
The Brun Bear Foundation is delighted to announce the launch of ‘Mealtimes With My Maritime Friends,’ a unique cookbook…
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Digitalisation
How digitalization drives sustainable maritime routes
Green shipping corridors represent a vital initiative towards sustainable maritime trade, creating zero-emission pathways along key shipping routes. To…
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Asia
Successful comeback for Europort Istanbul
The maritime trade fair Europort Istanbul resumed on Wednesday after a nine-year break, reuniting the industry at the Bosporus.…
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Networking
Visit the Maritime Innovation Zone at Digital Tech Summit 2024
We are excited to welcome you to Digital Tech Summit 2024, and once again the maritime sector will be…
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Networking
Time is running
This year’s hotly anticipated event will see over 200 attendees from 30 countries discussing the key topics for the…
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Offshore Wind
Propelling wind propulsion to the next level
GT Wings, a UK-based wind propulsion company, has been awarded a $274,500 USD grant from the UK Department for…
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Ports & Terminals
When human surveillance is not enough
The challenge of human surveillance Monitoring large ports like Rotterdam and Scheveningen is no easy task. With thousands of…
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Scandinavia
North Sea drilling campaign
Norwegian oil and gas firm Vår Energi has approved a final investment decision (FID) for a six-well drilling program…
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Maritime Technology
MAN expands its portfolio
MAN Engines is introducing the “MAN D3872 LE432” V12 workboat engine, with 30-liter displacement, delivering 1,213 kW (1,650 hp)…
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Shipyards & Shipbuilding
An energy-efficient ship
Hurtigruten has unveiled an updated design for its “Sea Zero” project, aiming to launch an emission-free cruise ship by…
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Networking
How can businesses adapt to the LNG market?
The 11th International LNG Congress brings up regulatory challenges and perspectives, gathering key players of the LNG market at…
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Maritime Technology
NAVTOR among most innovative companies in maritime 2024
NAVTOR is proud to announce its inclusion in the prestigious “The 150 Most Innovative Companies in Maritime 2024” report.…
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Shipyards & Shipbuilding
The evolution of the vessels
Shipping’s digitalization is transforming vessels into “floating offices and homes,” enhancing operations and crew welfare. At SMM Hamburg, Inmarsat…
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Seafarers
Piracy threat continues to rise
Piracy incidents have decreased slightly in 2024, but violence against crews has surged, particularly in Indonesia. From January to…
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Climate & Sustainability
Milestone for the green hydrogen economy
Quest One, a subsidiary of MAN Energy Solutions, has opened a new “Gigahub” in Hamburg for automated production of…
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Ports & Terminals
What is the outlook for Saudi Arabia’s maritime industry?
Jeddah Islamic Port is set to play a crucial role in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, driving economic, social, and…
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Networking
Building the maritime sector of tomorrow
The International Maritime Conference (CIEM) is thrilled to announce its upcoming event, set to take place on November 4,…
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People & Careers
Addressing HR and crew challenges
ACI is delighted to announce its flagship Maritime HR & Crew Management summit, set to take place on Wednesday…
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Shipyards & Shipbuilding
A small ship making history
The MF Estelle, touted as the world’s first remotely operated electric ferry, has successfully completed its trial voyage in…
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Shipyards & Shipbuilding
Wallenius Wilhelmsen is going large
Wallenius Wilhelmsen is future-proofing its fleet by increasing the capacity of four Shaper Class vessels from 9,300 to 11,700…
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Maritime Technology
The world’s largest sportfishing yacht powered by MAN
Royal Huisman will showcase the Special One, the world’s largest and most luxurious sportfishing yacht, at the 2024 Monaco…
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Offshore Wind
Help name the iconic vessel for East Anglia’s wind farm!
North Star, ScottishPower Renewables, and Siemens Gamesa are inviting the people of East Anglia to name a new hybrid-powered…
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Networking
A robust programme for the future
The programme for The Motorship’s 45th Propulsion and Future Fuels Conference has been released, featuring industry leaders offering insights…
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Offshore Wind
ZITON unveils a fresh new look
ZITON has announced the launch of its new brand identity, featuring refreshed colors and a redesigned logo. However, despite…
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Ports & Terminals
500,000 containers handled via Secure Chain
The Port of Rotterdam has securely processed its 500,000th import container through the Secure Chain system, eliminating the need…
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Ports & Terminals
Gothenburg’s game-changing logistics park
The Gothenburg Port Authority and Castellum are building a sustainable logistics facility in Halvorsäng, north of the port terminals.…
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Maritime Technology
The role of hydraulic cylinders in the industry
Peter Peltenburg, CEO of Cargo Care Solutions gives us an a comprehensive guide of tole role of hydraulic cylinders…
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Blog
The story of the Star
It would be impossible to tell the story of A.P. Moller – Maersk without also telling the story of…
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Europe
Exploring the future of maritime industry
On November 19th and 20th, maritime experts from Greece and beyond will gather in Athens for the Hellenic Maritime…
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Shipyards & Shipbuilding
China extends its dominance in shipbuilding
China is solidifying its leadership in global shipbuilding, both domestically and abroad. Yangzijiang Shipyard has acquired a 34% stake…
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Asia
KPI OceanConnect opens new office in Japan
KPI OceanConnect, a leading global marine energy solutions provider, has announced the opening of its new office in Tokyo,…
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Maritime Technology
PortXL welcomes 10 start-ups and scale-ups
Mitja Caboni, Acceleration Manager at PortXL, introduced the new cohort, while Linda Treuman, Community Manager, assigned mentors during the…
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Shipowners
Twelve new methanol-powered vessels for COSCO SHIPPING
COSCO SHIPPING Heavy Industry and COSCO SHIPPING Container Lines have signed a Shanghai contract for twelve 14,000 TEU dual-fuel…
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Africa
Maritime focus on Africa
Africa holds vast potential for green energy and economic growth. Denmark’s new Africa Strategy focuses on investments and collaboration…
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Shipowners
Unifeeder splits into two
Unifeeder has undergone significant structural changes, including the retirement of longtime CEO Jesper Kristensen in July. The company has…
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Europe
Key topics at GreenPort Congress 2024
The programme for GreenPort Congress and Cruise 2024 in Le Havre, France, is now available. From October 23-25, the…
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Digitalisation
Collaboration within the HSEQ
UniSea, a maritime software company covering HSEQ and Planned Maintenance, is pleased to announce a new enterprise agreement with…
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MARPRO
September’s top 10 hot maritime jobs
New family members September is a busy and an exciting month for MARPRO Group, marked by engagement with key…
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Worldwide
Why are CO2, NOx, and SOx emissions in shipping and ports so important?
Collaboration between the maritime sector and ports is key to unlocking efficiencies and advancing sustainability goals. By working together,…
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Shipowners
Record summer for Scandlines
In 2024, Scandlines transported 2.7 million passengers during June, July, and August, up from 2.6 million in 2023. The…
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MARPRO
Maritime Professionals Group surpasses 100,000 followers
MARPRO Group’s LinkedIn Group “Maritime Professionals” has reached a significant milestone, surpassing 100,000 followers. This achievement highlights the group’s…
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Asia
Cosco orders 42 new bulkers
Cosco has ordered 42 new bulk carriers valued at over RMB 14.3bn (US$2bn), with deliveries set for 2026-2027. This…
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Shipowners
Kongsberg wins “Ship of the Year” at SMM
REACH REMOTE 1, a remote-controlled vessel designed and equipped by Kongsberg Maritime, requires no onboard crew, yielding advantages in Opex,…
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Asia
HMM plans expansion plans
HMM has outlined a strategy to become a global green shipping and logistics carrier, aiming for sustainable growth by…
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Networking
Highlights you missed from SMM 2024
Green shipping The 31st SMM in Hamburg gathered the global maritime community to showcase green and digital shipping solutions.…
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MARPRO
ZITON expands leadership team
As ZITON A/S anticipates significant growth in the coming years, the company has taken steps to strengthen its organization…
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Ports & Terminals
The Port of Hamburg is leading the way
The Port of Hamburg is leading the EU in shore-side power supply for container and cruise ships, allowing vessels…
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Seafarers
Lithium-ion battery safety course for maritime professionals
Lithium-ion batteries are becoming increasingly common on ships, powering everything from smartphones and laptops to electric vehicles and cargo.…
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Blog
Decline in maritime enrolment
This year’s maritime education intake has fallen short of expectations, with 837 new students admitted, down from 860 last…
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Networking
SMM 2024: The world’s largest shipbuilding fair
SMM 2024 is in full swing, with the iconic propeller now installed at the Hamburg Messe entrance. This symbol,…
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Asia
Eco-friendly intermodal transportation
HMM has partnered with KORAIL to boost eco-friendly intermodal transportation, signing an MoU to expand inland rail use for…
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Maritime Technology
More than 100 orders booked for methanol
Alfa Laval has secured over 100 orders for its FCM methanol fuel system, reflecting methanol’s growing role as a…
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Networking
Meet MARPRO Group at SMM
MARPRO Group will be attending the SMM 2024 edition in Hamburg, providing maritime professionals and companies with a valuable…
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People & Careers
What jobs are trending in the maritime industry?
The maritime industry plays an important role in global trade and logistics, offering diverse career opportunities. Obviously, certain positions…
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Networking
Counting the days to SMM
SMM 2024 is just days away, with an anticipated 40,000 participants eager to explore the future of shipping. Here’s…
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Maritime Technology
AERIUS Marine secures contract for world’s largest sail ship
AERIUS Marine has been awarded a significant contract to design the HVAC and electrical systems for the Orient Express…
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Blog
The transparency revolution in shipping
Blog of the week by Terje Kristiansen, CEO Shipnet As CEO of Shipnet, I’ve witnessed the maritime industry’s technological evolution…
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Shipowners
Shipowners urge IMO to revoke solo night watchkeeping ban
Shipowners and flag states, with support from Finland’s Groke Technologies, are urging the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to revoke…
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Seafarers
3,000 seafarers migrated to Mintra’s trainingportal
Intership Navigation Co. Ltd, a prominent ship and crew management service provider, has successfully migrated its fleet of over…
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People & Careers
August’s top 10 hot maritime jobs
August update: Recharged and ready for new opportunities After a well-deserved summer break, the MARPRO Group team is back,…
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Digitalisation
NAVTOR accelerates IoT and AI development
NAVTOR, a global leader in e-Navigation and maritime performance solutions, has acquired software development company Masterloop, enhancing its capabilities…
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People & Careers
New management at Wallenius Wilhelmsen
The shipping company Wallenius Wilhelmsen is strengthening its group management. Wallenius Wilhelmsen has appointed Mike Hynekamp, currently COO Logistics, as…
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Ports & Terminals
Which 7 port operators account for 40% of global transshipment?
In 2023, seven major port operators handled over 40% of global container throughput, per Drewry’s annual review. PSA International…
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Shipowners
Maersk investigates nuclear power for container ships
A.P. Møller Maersk, Denmark’s largest shipping company, has partnered with the classification society Lloyd’s Register and British nuclear developer…
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Ports & Terminals
Port of Esbjerg leads in green transition
Lars Aagaard, Denmark’s Minister for Climate, Energy, and Utilities, recently visited Port Esbjerg, underscoring its crucial role in the…
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Climate & Sustainability
How is METAFUEL removing fire barriers for e-fuels?
Current fire safety standards fall short for vessels using e-fuels like methanol, ammonia, and hydrogen. To address this, the…
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South America
The world’s deepest offshore oil well
The oil industry is preparing to break records in deepwater exploration by drilling a well in Colombia’s Caribbean waters…
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People & Careers
Cyprus’ new maritime era
Cyprus stands as a model of maritime excellence, with a strong ship registry and dynamic maritime cluster, securing its…
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Ports & Terminals
State-of-the-art logistics in Rotterdam
Rotterdam is a key hub for many maritime companies, including for Samskip’s network, and together with partner Matrans, they…
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Scandinavia
CO₂ storage in Denmark
Equinor has been awarded its first CCS exploration permit in Denmark as operator, together with partners Ørsted and Nordsøfonden.…
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Climate & Sustainability
Guidelines for ships using alternative fuels
ClassNK has released the “Guidelines for Ships Using Alternative Fuels (Edition 3.0)”, which now includes safety requirements for hydrogen-fueled…
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Networking
SMM is a hot spot for maritime innovation
The maritime industry is undergoing a green transformation, powered by advanced technologies. The maritime industry has had to re-invent…
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Shipyards & Shipbuilding
Disney magic with Meyer Werft
Meyer Werft in Papenburg has secured a significant order from Disney, with the entertainment giant commissioning four new cruise…
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Networking
Shaping the future of LNG
The International LNG Congress (LNGCON) is a closed-door event for key players in the LNG market, including gas majors,…
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Shipowners
Partnership to boost maritime energy efficiency
Frese has announced a strategic partnership with Star MarinePro, effective June 1, 2024, to expand the reach of its…
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Europe
Leadership transition at Unifeeder
Unifeeder CEO Jesper Kristensen, after 34 years with the company, is stepping down to pursue new ventures. Kristensen will…
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Offshore Wind
Ørsted launches world’s first heavy-lift cargo drone
Ørsted, a global leader in offshore wind, is deploying heavy-lift cargo drones for the first time at the Borssele…
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Shipowners
Maersk wants 50 new ships
Maersk, Denmark’s second-largest global container shipper, plans a major fleet expansion to boost capacity by 160,000 TEU annually. The…
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Networking
History was made at the Olympics
For the first time in Olympic history, the Paris 2024 Summer Games opening ceremony did not take place in…
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Offshore Wind
Four startups you need to know about
Startups Safemore, Stormlinker, Bedrock Ocean and Ocean Grid are the first winners in the NOW Accelerator by Norwegian Offshore Wind, which…
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Maritime Technology
Bright days ahead for container shipping safety
Almost every shirt we wear, and every gadget we use has made a journey across the seas. These colourful…
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Ports & Terminals
We have passed the point of just talking about hydrogen
Randolf likes to think big and far ahead. Yet every now and again, it’s good to reflect on your…
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Shipyards & Shipbuilding
Shipbuilding in a sellers market
Common issues in shipbuilding projects Market volatility affects shipbuilding, with boom and bust cycles. Recent trends show a sellers’…
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Networking
ADIPEC Technical conference breaks record
The ADIPEC 2024 Technical Conference has received a record 5,977 submissions, a 16% increase over last year, with major…
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Europe
Europe’s breakbulk capital
Rotterdam stands as Europe’s premier breakbulk hub, thanks to its strategic location, advanced port facilities, and robust network of…
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Shipowners
See Kongsberg’s new bulker design
Kongsberg has introduced a new bulker design aimed at helping shipowners meet environmental standards while using conventional fuels. This…
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Shipowners
New financial investors take over the V.Group
V.Group, the world’s largest ship management provider, is set to be acquired by new financial investors. Star Capital, based…
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Climate & Sustainability
Decarbonizing shipping could create 4 million jobs
The Global Maritime Forum, with analysis by Arup, reveals the economic potential of decarbonizing shipping, which could create up…
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Asia
Philippines maximizes the nation’s maritime potential
The Philippines has approved the Maritime Industry Development Plan 2028 (MIDP), a comprehensive 10-year blueprint for advancing the maritime…
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Scandinavia
International cooperation in autonomous ships operations
Norway recently announced in a press release that it has signed a new agreement with the United Kingdom, Belgium,…
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People & Careers
Carbon capture potential for shipping
Bureau Veritas (BV), a leader in Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC), has released a report on the viability of…
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Asia
$1.3 million allocated for seafarer welfare
Leading international seafarers’ welfare charity, The Mission to Seafarers (MtS), has launched its second Adventure Race Japan (ARJ), taking…
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Networking
Open stages at SMM
SMM will offer the visitors a comprehensive conference program addressing critical industry issues such as decarbonisation, digitalisation, recruiting, and…
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Shipowners
DFDS to sell Oslo-Frederikshavn-Copenhagen route
DFDS has announced that the route between Oslo, Frederikshavn and Copenhagen (OFC) will be sold to Gotlandsbolaget. The decision…
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Europe
Maritime vision of the re-elected Commission President
Ursula von der Leyen is set for another five years as Commission President, continuing to prioritise green transition, industrial…
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Networking
Addressing geopolitical challenges
Three months before its start, SMM previewed the upcoming international Maritime Security and Defence (MS&D) conference, scheduled for September…
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Worldwide
The impact of climate change on shipping routes
Climate change is increasingly disrupting global trade, impacting shipping routes, ports, and waterways. A prominent example is the Panama…
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Scandinavia
Danish municipalities face workforce decline
A recent forecast from the Danish Chamber of Commerce (Dansk Erhverv) indicates that by 2050, 78 municipalities in Denmark…
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People & Careers
Emissions trading begins to bite
What is the ETS? Emission trading systems (ETS) are “cap and trade” schemes regulating greenhouse gas emissions through allowances.…
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Digitalisation
Logbooks finally playing digital catch-up
NAVTOR is transforming maritime operations with the next generation of digital logbooks, offering a simple and mobile solution for…
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Digitalisation
Weathernews improving with new tools
Berth Waiting Forecast The Berth Waiting Forecast tool uses AI to predict port delays caused by adverse weather, helping…
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Seafarers
Seafarers face inadequate internet access
A recent study on seafarers’ working and living conditions reveals significant deficiencies, especially in crucial areas like internet access,…
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People & Careers
How should all new ships be built?
According to Blue Ocean Alliance’s Chris Leontopoulos, future newbuild ships of all types should be built without a sterntube…
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Climate & Sustainability
Ban on heavy fuel oil in the Arctic
Since July 1, 2024, it has no longer been permissible for ships to sail on Heavy Fuel Oil in…
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Offshore Wind
Ørsted optimises offshore wind installation
This leading-edge technology represents one of the greatest advancements yet in offshore wind foundation installation methodology. Ørsted is already…
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Asia
World’s first 3D-printed electric abra in Dubai
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has commenced the trial operation of the world’s first electric abra produced using…
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Networking
Did maritime careers conquer?
Over 280 students visited Seawork 2024, exploring the exhibition, talking to companies, and attending the Careers Fair. In collaboration…
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Digitalisation
Digitalisation: What are the benefits?
Inmarsat and HANSA are hosting a seminar titled “Business Value of Maritime Digitalisation – Harnessing the Power of AI,…
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Europe
Survey finds need for change in Health & Safety legislation
New research finds that over 90% of workers believe the UK’s main Health & Safety legislation, introduced 50 years…
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America
The sound of the green transition
Whoosh. Whoosh. Whoosh. That is the sound of the 92-metre blades high above where 45 Harvard students visiting Esbjerg…
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Blog
Human trafficking at sea
Human trafficking is a growing global crisis, with thousands of people being illegally transported across oceans each year. Many…
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Europe
EU invests €1 billion in alternative fuels
The EC has called for bids from the sector to supply alternative fuels infrastructure along its Trans-European Network of…
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Europe
A bright future in global cruising
In an era when the global cruise industry is developing, Greece stands at the helm, ready to steer to…
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Ports & Terminals
Rising demand in LA sparks new cruise terminal
In another significant step in the enhancement of the LA Waterfront, the Port of Los Angeles has issued a Request…
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Ports & Terminals
Increased traffic at Skagen leads to expansion
Excellent fishing conditions, streamlined maritime services, efficient freight handling, and prime stopover options for bunkering and cruises are positioning…
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MARPRO
July’s top 10 hot maritime jobs
June highlights: Seizing opportunities in maritime recruitment June was an active month at MARPRO Group. We seized new opportunities…
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Ports & Terminals
The Port of Hamburg reports
The Port of Hamburg reports a positive trend in container throughput. The Port of Hamburg’s container throughput rose by…
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Climate & Sustainability
This may be the most sustainable car carrier ever built
Think car transporters and it’s possibly the double-decker, scary-to-meet-on-the-road vehicles that spring to mind. But when it comes to…
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Offshore Wind
Sweden on the rise in offshore wind
Several interesting news about the Swedish Offshore Wind market has been published the last couple of weeks that secures…
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Asia
China wants to become a more attractive cruise destination
China aims to enhance its position as a cruise destination by simplifying the resupply process for international cruise ships…
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Europe
SMM mobilises talent
From navigation systems used on the bridge to machinery for ship engine rooms, and through to refitting in docks,…
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Shipowners
Danish shipowner achieves impressive results
The family-owned shipping company, Rhode Nielsen, known for its coastal protection along the Jutland’s west coast, concluded 2023 with…
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Scandinavia
Denmark the world’s 10th largest maritime nation
The new report shows that Denmark is the 10th largest maritime nation in the world, measured by operated tonnage.…
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Networking
Bigger and better than ever!
A stunning 25th edition of Seawork has led to record re-bookings for 2025 as exhibitors look to repeat the…
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Maritime Technology
Frese calls for action to fight climate change
As global efforts to combat climate change intensify, the maritime shipping industry is stepping up with ambitious targets…
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Scandinavia
Drone to survey Danish maritime
The EU Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) is assisting Denmark’s customs and navy in monitoring North Sea waters with a…
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Networking
Meet the shipowners at Europort Istanbul
With less than 5 months to go until Europort Istanbul 2024 kicks off, here’s an update about the latest…
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Shipowners
Stena Line targets gen Z with TikTok
Like many other companies, Stena Line faces the challenge of reaching a younger audience. The company, which operates routes…
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Networking
What business deals were made at Posidonia?
The 28th edition of the biennial Posidonia Exhibition came to an end proving once again that it is the…
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Worldwide
The role of Customer Success in the maritime
The maritime industry, long dominated by traditional practices and processes, is experiencing an increase in digital transformation. This shift…
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Digitalisation
Google and Weathernews develop Google Nowcast
Weathernews Inc. has co-developed with Google the “Google Nowcast” weather forecasting technology utilizing Google’s AI. Starting in July 2024,…
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Seafarers
The importance of the Seafarer in 2024
It’s no secret that in this globalized world of 2024, seafarers remain indispensable to the backbone of international trade,…
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Networking
Maritime security in focus at SMM
The maritime sector faces multiple threats, including armed conflicts in the Black and Red Seas, piracy, and illegal fishing,…
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Climate & Sustainability
IKEA chooses Hapag-Lloyd biofuel
Hamburg-based Hapag-Lloyd is partnering with Ikea Supply Chain Operations to decarbonize container transport from Asia. Ikea will use Hapag-Lloyd’s…
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Offshore Wind
Your guide to offshore wind education in Norway
Tekna and Norwegian Offshore Wind commissioned Menon Economics to map the need for higher education aimed at the offshore…
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Africa
DFDS female programme expands to Morocco
DFDS and the Higher Institute of Maritime Studies (ISEM) located in Casablanca, Morocco, has announced a significant expansion of…
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Scandinavia
Danish Shipping in first place
When the Danish flag flies at the stern of a ship, it signals high quality and adherence to international…
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Networking
Posidonia breaks a record
Posidonia 2024 has already gone down in history as the best-attended in the biennial event’s 55 years of existence,…
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Climate & Sustainability
Frugal Technologies unveils AI-driven fuel efficiency
With an artificial intelligence-based control system, Frugal Technologies has helped shipping companies such as Uni-Tankers, Christiania Shipping, and Royal…
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Seafarers
Introducing COMPACT ASES – The future of maritime security
Introducing COMPACT ASES – The future of maritime security In an era where piracy poses a significant threat to…
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Europe
Craig West appointed CEO for Weathernews Europe
Weathernews Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Craig West as our new European CEO, effective immediately. Craig…
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Digitalisation
Drones in Hamburg Port
The BLU-Space project designates Hamburg as a “Europe-wide pioneer” for safe urban drone traffic. The first EU-wide test airspace…
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Ports & Terminals
Hamburg falls from top 20 global container ports
In the list of the world’s largest container ports, all three locations listed there have lost handling volumes and…
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Networking
Posidonia 2024 Spurs New Business Deals
The eagerly anticipated Press Conference of the Union of Greek Shipowners (UGS), held every two years at Posidonia, was…
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Seafarers
Optimistic outlook in seafarers’ wellbeing
The Seafarers Happiness Index (SHI) is a quarterly survey undertaken by the Mission to Seafarers, delivered in association with…
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Climate & Sustainability
90 percent in 2040
It requires ambitious targets as well as ambitious and effective implementation if we are going to make real progress…
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Climate & Sustainability
Sustainable fuels gather momentum
This has been at all levels; technological, perceptual and financial. As of 2023, the rollout of sustainable propulsion and…
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Digitalisation
Should the IMO develop a maritime digitalisation strategy?
The IMO Committee on Facilitation will discuss the paper at meetings on 8-12 April with the aim to exploit…
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Climate & Sustainability
A simple guide to the EU ETS
The EU ETS for shipping landed with a colossal splash on 16 May this year, when it was officially…
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Seafarers
Seafarers’ lives matter
Our first priority is the safety of seafarers. Ships transiting the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden are Houthi…
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Offshore Wind
Asia’s largest offshore wind farms
With a total installed capacity of 900 MW, the two offshore wind farms are in operation and fully connected to…
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Ports & Terminals
Hamburg benefits from cruise development
With 1.2 million passengers embarking on cruises from Hamburg last year, up from 785,000 in 2022, the Hanseatic city…
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Shipowners
German shipowners call for flag reform
The German flag debate has shifted from cost concerns to administrative quality, focusing on reducing bureaucracy, digitalization, and a…
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MARPRO
MARPRO Group turning 7 years
If you ask Jakob le Fevre, the ride has been… well, a hell of a ride. Jakob le Fevre,…
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Ports & Terminals
Port Esbjerg invests in European collaboration
BY DENNIS JUL PEDERSEN, CEO AT PORT ESBJERG At the invitation of the WindEurope Ports Platform, Port Esbjerg has…
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Offshore Wind
How to manage emergencies on floating offshore wind turbines?
The challenge—Floating Offshore Wind—Safe Solutions for Black Swan Events—is the first of a new NOW partnership with Wazoku. It…
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Wärtsilä secures China’s largest-ever methanol newbuild order
Seven new container vessels for Orient Overseas Container Line. Each vessel will operate with three 8-cylinder and two 6-cylinder…
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Digitalisation
GT Green Technologies secures $1.6M for wind propulsion
The round, led by OnePlanetCapital, included investments from Carisbrooke Shipping and several climate-focused parties, with over 500 retail investors…
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How to protect the environment from shipping?
The fifth edition is a definitive guide, providing a holistic introduction to companies and crew members navigating this complex…
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Digitalisation
Introducing Lobster Robotics
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Networking
Posidonia 2024 overflows due to exhibitor demand
The greatest shipping exhibition on earth starts on Monday 3rd June at the Athens Metropolitan Expo which will be…
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Climate & Sustainability
Pioneering sustainable solutions in the maritime industry
G&O Maritime Group continues to lead the charge in developing sustainable solutions for the maritime industry. With a longstanding commitment…
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Shipowners
Accidents reach record low
Despite global shipping risks, accidents have hit a record low. In 2023, only 26 large ships were lost, compared…
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People & Careers
Discover the new hub for yachts HANSA-YACHTS
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Seafarers
A new PACT for a safer tomorrow
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Africa
Greening Africa’s largest fleet
Gelose Marine Services Ltd. has joined Thordon Bearings’ extensive network of authorized distributors to further the “greening” of Nigeria’s…
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Offshore Wind
Offshore wind creates huge opportunities for Denmark
Offshore wind tender creates huge opportunities for Denmark, if successful. The Danish Energy Agency has today issued a tender…
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Maritime Technology
Solving the challenges of domestic shipping
Adopted by the Ministry of the Environment’s ‘Carbon Neutral Technology Research and Development Program. Solves the three major challenges…
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Asia
Decarbonizing shipping ports in Singapore
Ulsan Port Authority (UPA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Pacific Environment (PE), an international environmental organization,…
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Networking
Why attend Seawork 2024?
Seawork 2024 is the 25th edition of the leading European commercial marine exhibition and conference. It is the annual…
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Digitalisation
Syroco’s AI-powered weather routing selected
Syroco, the Climate Tech startup that supports the energy transition of maritime transportation, announced that TotalEnergies, in cooperation with…
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Climate & Sustainability
They bring the first electric tug to the Middle East
The powerful yet compact new tug, which is just 25 metres in length but has a bollard pull of…
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Seafarers
Seafarer wellbeing under threat amid geopolitical conflict
Shipping charities and unions have aired concerns that seafarer safety and well-being is being overlooked as they get caught…
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MARPRO
Celebrating the international day for women in maritime
The International Day for Women in Maritime has been celebrated since 2001 and is promoted by the International Maritime…
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Asia
China surpass Greece in newbuilding orders
Although Greek newbuilding orders remain among the highest, Chinese shipowners have surpassed Greeks in newbuilding orders, according to a…
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Scandinavia
One of the world’s largest biofuel plants in Malmö
The aim of the partnership is to ensure a renewable energy supply, local growth and sustainable maritime transport in…
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Scandinavia
New face at Scandlines
Birgit Nørgaard has extensive experience as a Non-Executive Director in companies within logistics, engineering, contracting, infrastructure, manufacturing and energy.…
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MARPRO
Celebrating 7 years of MARPRO GROUP
Dear Partners, Clients, and Candidates, Today marks a special milestone for MARPRO GROUP – our 7th anniversary! We are…
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Offshore Wind
Ørsted and Microsoft collaborate on carbon removal
In a landmark deal, Ørsted will sell a further one million tonnes of carbon removal over a ten-year period…
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Shipowners
DFDS invests billions in green ferries
In the future, maritime traffic in the Channel will be electric. DFDS is today announcing an expected €1 billion…
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Ports & Terminals
The EU focuses more on ports
Just three months after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Port Esbjerg hosted the North Sea Summit on 18 May 2022,…
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Networking
Breakbulk Europe 2025 celebrates 20th anniversary
Scheduled to take place at the Rotterdam Ahoy from 13-15 May 2025, the event will be a full three-day…
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People & Careers
The impact of AI and digitalization across the industry
Set against the picturesque backdrop of Oslo, the upcoming Nordic Maritime Forum emerges as a beacon of innovation and…
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Maritime Technology
NAVTOR calls on hydrographic offices to support progress
NAVTOR is calling on hydrographic offices and other industry stakeholders to help urgently “bridge the divide” between vessels and…
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Networking
The Princess Royal to open Seawork 2024
Mercator Media, the organiser of Seawork, is delightedto announce that Her Royal Highness The PrincessRoyal will officially open Seawork…
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Ports & Terminals
Bawat to service Port of Hamburg
The Authority for Environment, Climate, Energy, and Agriculture (BUKEA) in Hamburg, Germany has become the first major European authority…
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Networking
Posidonia 2024 reveals extensive conference programme
Posidonia 2024, the world’s most prestigious shipping exhibition, is set to commence from June 3rd to 7th at the…
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Blog
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In the journey of life, few adventures rival the thrill of a career in shipping. For young people pondering…
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Shipowners
Danish shipowner makes bold move with methanol tanker order
Svendborg based shipowner M. H. Simonsen has taken a significant leap forward in Danish shipping by securing a substantial…
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Ports & Terminals
Port of Rotterdam reports 10% drop in CO2 emissions
The decrease was caused mainly by the two coal-fired power stations on the Maasvlakte. In 2023, these plants emitted…
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Networking
Exploring future trends and innovations in Norway
Oslo, renowned for its maritime heritage and forward-thinking approach, is set to host the Nordic Maritime Forum on June…
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Scandinavia
Scandinavian CO2 Cooperation
New agreements with Norway and Sweden now enable the transport of CO2 across Scandinavia for underground storage. CO2 capture,…
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Climate & Sustainability
Leaner crews and smaller ships
In an exclusive interview with Max Hartvigsen, Marine Director, and Oliver Hibbert, Engineering Director at Ocean Infinity, we delve…
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People & Careers
Survive where others die
According to the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA), a total of 2,510 critical incidents were reported on board ships…
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Ports & Terminals
Oldendorff and Harbor Lab revolutionise port transactions
Harbor Lab, a global leader in maritime technology for centralising and simplifying port disbursement costs is today announcing a…
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Seafarers
Firefighting on a vessel
VIKING Life-saving Equipment has drawn on its experience as a leading supplier of professional-grade structural firefighting equipment to ensure…
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Networking
You’ve never seen anything as lifelike as this before
Britain’s elite Military Medical teams (Special Forces) have helped to design a revolutionary lifelike manikin as part of intensive…
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Shipowners
Scandlines unveils new management team
Eric Gregoire will start in July 2024 and comes from a position as CEO of Goodpack Pte Ltd. in…
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Africa
Maersk plans to invest billions in Nigeria
Danish shipping and logistics company, A.P Moller-Maersk, has said it will invest $600m to expand existing port infrastructure to…
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America
Danish Shipping engages in Washington dialogues
As part of the visit, the so-called US/CSG dialogue meeting is being held on Wednesday, which is a meeting…
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Shipowners
The world’s largest car carrier ever built
Höegh Autoliners has unveiled plans to build the world’s largest car carrier, capable of transporting up to 9,100 vehicles…
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Ports & Terminals
Call for stronger collaboration between European ports
The European wind ports will have to find ways of working together even more closely in order to achieve…
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Scandinavia
Tor Svanes transforms NAVTOR and the world of shipping
“The morning of the announcement I got a text from the boss of one of our biggest competitors, basically…
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Digitalisation
Coach Solutions adds new product to improve vessel performance
Coach Solutions, a leading SaaS provider to the shipping industry, adds a new product offering, high-frequency Speed Percentage Analysis…
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Europe
Danish Shipping’s key priorities for the new European Parliament
For centuries, shipping has been crucial for Europe. It connects us to the wider world and has been a…
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Networking
New partner for Scandinavian Maritime Fair 2024
Oceanspace Media AS buys 50% of the Danish fair Scandinavian Maritime Fair. The fair is held every other year…
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Shipowners
DFDS appoints new CFO
“Karen Dyrskjøt Boesen brings a strong and versatile set of financial and business skills to our executive management. Her…
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Maritime Technology
Bye to PJ Diesel, hello to PJ Circular Engineering
46-year-old maritime service company PJ Diesel has changed its name. The reasoning goes towards less diesel and more circular…
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People & Careers
Leading maritime cities: Singapore retains top spot
The city-state, with its large owned and managed vessel fleets, strategic geographic advantages, pro-business policies and its position as…
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South America
Clearing the waters: Myths about the Panama Canal
Now nearing the end of the dry season, the Panama Canal is adapting to the climate conditions. Based on…
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Scandinavia
Powering the world’s largest car carriers
Chinese yard, Guangzhou Shipbuilding International (GSI), has received an order for 4 × MAN B&W 8S60ME-GI engines in connection with…
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Digitalisation
Coach Solutions strengthens market position
Coach Solutions, a leading software-as-a-service provider to the maritime industry, has announced a strategic investment from parent company Kongsberg…
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Climate & Sustainability
Sustainable shipping fuels can reach cost parity with fossil fuels
Sustainable shipping fuels could reach cost parity with fossil fuels as early as 2035 with the help of decisive…
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Europe
Maritime sector drives Germany’s energy transition and business
The German government’s climate protection targets stipulate that emissions in Germany are to be reduced by 65% by 2030…
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Networking
The rebirth of the Greek shipbuilding industry
Greece’s revitalised shipbuilding industry will be prominently represented during Posidonia 2024, signaling a strong recovery following decades of decline…
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Shipowners
From 2D to 3D
Tokyo – ClassNK has granted approval to the basic design drawings of a multi-purpose container carrier developed by Nippon…
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Networking
The broadest meeting of the manufacturing industry
Presenting an unparalleled 360-degree experience of the manufacturing industry for thirty years, WIN EURASIA serves as the meeting point…
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Networking
Less than two weeks until the Hamburg Maritime Forum
The Hamburg Maritime Forum, slated to take place at the historic Altonaer Fischauktionshalle, is a pivotal event in the…
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Scandinavia
VMS Group earns record profits like never before
For the second consecutive year, VMS Group A/S in Frederikshavn sets a financial record with a profit after tax…
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Ports & Terminals
New expansions in Rotterdam
The Port of Rotterdam, located in the Netherlands, ranks among Europe’s largest seaports. Its strategic importance lies in its…
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Shipowners
DFDS empowers women in maritime careers
DFDS is launching a new talent programme for students. The programme which is called “Waves of Talent” is designed…
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Ports & Terminals
The Port of Hamburg maintains its position in challenging conditions
Geopolitical and economic challenges weighed on throughput in all North Range ports in 2023. The declining development of the…
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Networking
Posidonia pre-event: Over 100 cyclists race in support of charities
Interunity Group, a leading maritime services provider, has launched the first iteration of IG Cycling – THERMO2024, a new…
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People & Careers
RINA to shape cruise industry’s sustainable future
RINA, a leader in marine engineering and consultancy, has been awarded by the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA)…
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People & Careers
A book for revitalizing maritime prosperity
Rarely is there a day without international shipping in the news. From Yemen’s Houthi militants attacking shipping in the…
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Networking
APM sets new attendance record
The 18th Asia Pacific Maritime (APM), held from 13-15 March 2024, welcomed an unprecedented number of 15,717 attendees in…
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Networking
Celebrate women in marine at Seawork
In celebration of WISTA’s 50th Anniversary and the 25th Anniversary of Seawork, join us for the 2024 Women in…
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Worldwide
MARPRO’s top 10 hot maritime jobs
MARPRO Search & Selection, a global expert in Shipping and Maritime recruitment, specializes in connecting our partners with highly…
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Ports & Terminals
Hamburg and India strengthen trade relations
Economic relations between Germany and India are developing positively, with imports and exports between the two countries seeing a…
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Climate & Sustainability
Crucial role of ships and ports in achieving EU climate goals
As part of the EU Carbon Management Strategy, 280 million tons of CO2 must be captured if the EU…
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America
What we know about the Baltimore bridge collapse
On Tuesday morning, the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed following a collision with a container ship, causing…
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Digitalisation
Using connectivity against illegal fishing
Founded in 1977 as the Earthforce Environmental Society to tackle elephant poaching in Africa, Sea Shepherd moved into marine…
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Networking
LNGCON 2024 advances sustainable collaboration
Over the past ten years, LNGCON has been bringing together major players in the LNG industry for communication, networking,…
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Ports & Terminals
Growing demand for drones in the maritime
The ‘U-Space Revolution in Rotterdam’ event, organised by Port of Rotterdam Authority and DronePort Rotterdam, drew 220 visitors from…
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Networking
Boost your business in Istanbul
International industry heading for Europort Istanbul Europort has firmly established itself as Istanbul’s leading international maritime exhibition over recent…
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Scandinavia
Drilling contracts sustain 2000 jobs
The options for drilling services on fixed installations on the Norwegian continental shelf provide jobs for 2000 people per…
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Europe
Seawork attracts growing international presence
More than a quarter of last year’s exhibitors to Seawork were from overseas, with 20% from Europe and the…
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Worldwide
BAWAT assists with urgent ballast water treatment needs
A very recent case underscores the critical need for effective Ballast Reception Facilities in ports, where Bawat BaaS delivered…
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Seafarers
Seafarer abandonment sparks concern
The International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) has today released its figures for the numbers of vessels abandoned in 2023…
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People & Careers
Sustainability in the German maritime hub
After some very good but atypical years, the markets have normalised with adequate rates, noted President Gaby Bornheim and…
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Blog
How can fire safety be improved for container ships?
The number of fires on container ships has doubled over the past twenty years. Larger ships and new types…
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Digitalisation
Getting ready for cyber resilience
At a time when rapid advancements in maritime connectivity and shipboard technology are leaving vessel networks increasingly vulnerable to…
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Maritime Technology
German government funds first Norsepower rotor sail
Baltrader Capital GmbH & Co. KG, Hamburg, and Norsepower, the leading global provider of auxiliary wind propulsion systems, have…
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Asia
South Korea leads in supplying sustainable marine fuel
The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries (Minister Kang Do-Hyung) and Ulsan Port Authority (President Kim Jae-gyun) announced a world…
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Networking
Shift in maritime industry as AI gains traction
The maritime industry, often viewed as conservative and measured in its approach to technological integration, is on the cusp…
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People & Careers
Report on container losses at sea
Containerised trade is increasing globally with Gard’s P&I portfolio increasing by as much as 16% over the past five…
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Asia
The largest-ever Asia Pacific Maritime
The largest-ever Asia Pacific Maritime (APM) 2024 opened today across six halls of the Sands Expo & Convention Centre…
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Shipowners
How did your country’s flag state perform?
The Table is intended to encourage shipowners to maintain a dialogue with their flag States, and help facilitate any necessary…
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Climate & Sustainability
LNG fuel: A view from the bridge
SEA-LNG is pleased to share its overview of LNG as a marine fuel in 2023-2024 with you. This resource…
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Networking
Save the date for the Coastlink 2024
Following a successful event in Liverpool in 2023, Coastlink are delighted to confirm that the 2-day conference event will…
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Shipowners
Maritime risk in conflict
In his annual Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) address, in December, the UK’s Chief of Defence Staff Admiral Sir…
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Climate & Sustainability
Can a single maritime AI research project cut 1% of total global emissions?
Sorry, what did you say? Bjørn Åge Hjøllo, Chief Sustainability Officer at NAVTOR, smiles in recognition of the obvious…
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Shipowners
Backing trade in the Rea Sea and Black Sea
At its annual winter meeting in London, the International Union of Marine Insurance (IUMI), confirmed that the global marine…
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Europe
The current situation of Germany’s maritime industry
A strong and internationally competitive maritime sector is therefore of great importance for the entire economy as it drives…
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MARPRO
MARPRO’s top 10 hot maritime jobs
MARPRO Search & Selection, a global expert in Shipping and Maritime recruitment, specializes in connecting our partners with highly…
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Seafarers
Maritime workers and Mesothelioma
Military and commercial ships often contain products made with asbestos. For decades, manufacturers used this dangerous material to…
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People & Careers
Denmark can become European CO2-hub
When it comes to capturing and storing CO2 underground, Denmark is at the forefront. This is acknowledged and mentioned…
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Europe
VIKING Life-Saving Equipment welcomes new CEO
Henrik Helsinghof will return to VIKING as CEO in June to ensure a continuity of leadership. The appointment of…
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People & Careers
The German national masterplan for maritime technologies
The Masterplan aims to pool resources and know-how in a way that allows us to find the right answers…
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Climate & Sustainability
Join GT Green Technologies’ wind-powered revolution on Seedrs
GT Green Technologies, a Rising Star at Europort 2023 has recently announced that they are crowdfunding on Seedrs as…
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Digitalisation
Digital revolution by Pacific International Lines, SGTraDex and KPI OceanConnect
Pacific International Lines (PIL) has successfully completed full integration with the Singapore Trade Data Exchange (SGTraDex) platform, making PIL…
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Networking
Meet the UK government at Seawork
Decarbonising operations to reduce emissions and costs remains top of the agenda at Seawork. These conferences will share insights…
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Europe
MARPRO launches Connect
MARPRO, a leading name in international recruitment for the maritime and shipping industry, operating in Denmark, Germany, The Netherlands,…
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Blog
Defining ships and elephants
As courts of various jurisdictions have found over the last 150 years or so, questions that are easy to…
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Climate & Sustainability
Green light to clean energy
Once the hydrogen economy moves past the theoretical stage, shipping demand will increase, with Ammonia’s role transformed, says MSI…
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Networking
Supporting the German maritime industry
Around 95% of the intercontinental trade in goods is conducted by sea. This means that for an export-oriented economy…
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Scandinavia
NAVTOR demonstrates importance of Greek market
NAVTOR, a global leader in maritime e-Navigation and performance solutions, has announced the opening of its eleventh office with…
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Networking
Addressing the marine skills shortage
The commercial marine industry needs the next generation of innovators and problem solvers to help shape the future of…
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Networking
Join the movement to reduce emissions together
There is an increasing urgency for all of us to address climate change and there is a need to…
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Networking
MARPRO’s maritime event calendar 2024
In this dynamic maritime industry, staying ahead requires more than merely staying afloat with industry knowledge; it also demands…
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Seafarers
The realities behind seafarers’ statistics
The Mission to Seafarers’ Happiness Index shows another fall in seafarer happiness in Q4 2023, with concerns over workload,…
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People & Careers
What do you know about the German maritime industry?
Estimates place the annual turnover at up to €50 billion and the number of jobs which are directly or…
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Offshore Wind
Power to 350,000 households
“We’ve reached a milestone,” says Vattenfall’s project director, referring to the Vesterhav Syd and Vesterhav Nord wind farms, which…
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Asia
UAE towards sustainable ship recycling
The United Arab Emirates (UAE)’s new Ship Recycling Regulation requires a dry dock or equivalent infrastructures for environmentally sound…
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Networking
Hamburg gears up for 3rd Ship Navigation and Voyage Optimization Conference
BS Group is delighted to invite you to the vibrant maritime hub of Hamburg for 2024’s conference, where we…
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Maritime Technology
MAN Energy Solutions and C.C.JENSEN forge powerful cooperation
At a recent ceremony in Copenhagen, MAN Energy Solutions and C.C.JENSEN (CJC®) – the global leader in oil maintenance…
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Shipowners
Maersk drops Svitzer towage division
There has been speculation around the future of Svitzer within the vast Maersk empire, and once completed this move…
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Europe
Danish owned maritime recruitment company experiences growth
The company opened a new office in Rotterdam in the autumn of 2020, and in 2023, new offices were…
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Networking
Greek shipping facing the global challenges
Posidonia 2024 is already on track to be the biggest ever in the long history of the world’s most…
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Digitalisation
The preparation for automated shipping has started
At a public kick-off event in Berlin on 30 January 2024, State Secretary Susanne Henckel (BMDV) ceremoniously presented the…
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Worldwide
10 key learnings from 2023
ANGI Energy Systems (‘ANGI’), a Vontier (NYSE: VNT) company and leading global provider of critical technologies and solutions to…
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Maritime Technology
From zero to 6.000 ships sailing with their equipment
Sjors (64) prefers not to be the centre of attention and you won’t find him on social media, either.…
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Networking
Racing into 2024
Speed@Seawork 2024, the sector-specific feature of Seawork, Europe’s leading commercial marine exhibition, is to be hosted by the Royal…
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Asia
Europe fighs back against Asian shipbuilding
Backed by the European Parliament, which adopted the Building a Comprehensive European Port Strategy report yesterday (January 17), the ship-building representative…
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People & Careers
Study the sea in Germany
The Department of Seafaring and Maritime Sciences at Emden/Leer University wants to become more internationally oriented. To this end,…
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Seafarers
Introducing new piracy protection product
West P&I Club, a global leader in marine insurance, has today launched West Piracy Protection to help owners manage…
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Maritime Technology
Remote and autonomous ship operations driving the future of marine data management
Remote, lean crewed, and autonomous ship operations are playing a more extensive role than ever before in the maritime…
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Networking
All aboard for Coastlink 2024
The 22nd Coastlink remains focussed on the vital role of short sea and feeder shipping and the intermodal transport…
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Digitalisation
For a global fleet monitoring
NAVTOR has secured a landmark agreement with Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE). The partnership will see the Norwegian…
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People & Careers
The year ahead: What’s in store for 2024?
IMO secretary-general Arsenio Dominguez It’s the time of the year when we look back in reflection and excitement on…
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Scandinavia
Norwegian project will generate 200 person-years of employment
“We are pleased to award this contract to a company in Northern Norway. LNS estimates that around 70 percent…
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Worldwide
Seafarer safety comes first in Red Sea
Seafarer safety is paramount in the context of the Red Sea and attacks on international shipping. During a meeting…
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Scandinavia
Denmark is the world’s 10th largest maritime nation
Denmark is still at the forefront among the world’s largest maritime nations. This is confirmed by a new report…
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Ports & Terminals
New EU Port Strategy is welcomed
The European Parliament officially adopted the Berendsen report, an own-initiative report on “building a comprehensive European Port Strategy” (585…
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Maritime Technology
GTMaritime adds Greek office
Leading provider of secure maritime data communications software, GTMaritime, has responded to growing demand for its products and services…
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Networking
Discover the global maritime community in Asia
Asia Pacific Maritime (APM), the largest meeting place in Southeast Asia for the global maritime value chain, will return…
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Climate & Sustainability
Bureau Veritas unveils rules for hydrogen-fuelled ships
Bureau Veritas (BV), a world leader in testing, inspection and certification, has launched its first classification Rules for hydrogen-fuelled…
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Ports & Terminals
More renewable energy in the Port of Hamburg
The HPA is responsible for the management and development of the areas in the harbour and is also an…
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Offshore Wind
The world’s most sustainable energy developer
Today, Ørsted was ranked the world’s most sustainable energy developer. The company was ranked number one among the 292…
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Shipowners
Network of the future
In the face of fluctuating markets and supply chain disturbances, a flexible and interconnected ocean network is paramount for…
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Networking
Meet the whole LNG sector
These days Italy takes the third place among importers of LNG in Europe. Giorgia Meloni, Italy’s new prime minister,…
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Blog
Many job opportunities ashore for ship officers
Those navigators and chief engineers with extroverted personalities and a flair for business, also have noteworthy prospects in sales.…
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Ports & Terminals
Drones from Esbjerg to the North Sea
An underwater drone can inspect the foundations of a wind turbine or the cables running to the coast. A…
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Networking
Welcome back to Europort Istanbul
The Turkish maritime industry has a rich history and belongs to the world’s prominent shipbuilding and shipping nations. Istanbul…
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Scandinavia
Copenhagen a maritime hot spot
An international maritime recruitment agency, conducted a survey with 115 top executives in the shipping industry, asking about the…
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Ports & Terminals
The Red Sea’s impact on Rotterdam
The recent disruptions at the Red Sea entrance are anticipated to exert additional strain on the container terminals in…
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Climate & Sustainability
Oxford University: Decarbonizing 60% of global shipping possible
Around USD 2 trillion will be needed to transition to a green ammonia fuel supply chain by 2050, primarily…
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People & Careers
The dark fleet explained
More than three years ago, the term “dark fleet” emerged when tankers started turning off their vessel-tracking transponders to…
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MARPRO
Top stories of 2023
Which articles captured your attention, garnered clicks, and held your focus the longest? Explore the top-read pieces of 2023,…
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Offshore Wind
Introducing GT Green Technologies
As the shipping industry makes the transition away from fossil-fuels to more sustainable, less carbon-based, operations, there are a…
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Digitalisation
What is maritime cybersecurity?
This time we will talk about maritime cybersecurity again with a real professional. To make the introduction short, ladies…
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Worldwide
Joining the Top 100
Lloyd’s List’s annual rundown of shipping’s most influential players is fronted by those demonstrating the scale, will and desire…
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Climate & Sustainability
The largest wind propulsion installation ever
Brazilian mining giant Vale S.A. has announced that it is to install five Rotor Sails from Anemoi Marine…
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Worldwide
VIKING changes the shape of the lifeboat market
Major shipbuilding clients have requested alternative concepts for vessel types – especially for Offshore Service Operation vessels (SOV) –…
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Worldwide
Ship Manager of the year
Founder and Executive Chairman Captain Rajesh Unni lauded for significantly advancing maritime technology “and championing and achieving decarbonisation”. World’s…
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Shipowners
Statement on attacks in the Red Sea
The IMO Secretary-General has expressed concern about the recent attacks and threats to commercial shipping in the Red Sea…
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MARPRO
Looking back on 2023
The scent of roasting turkey and the joy of unwrapping presents with your loved ones are just around the…
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MARPRO
MARPRO’s top 10 hot maritime jobs
MARPRO Search & Selection, a global expert in Shipping and Maritime recruitment, specializes in connecting our partners with highly…
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Seafarers
Safety of seafarers following Red Sea attacks
Following the attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea, the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) is calling for…
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Shipowners
Continued presence in a complex environment
At A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) there is a strong belief that global trade can be a powerful enabler…
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Blog
Has the wind died down for the offshore wind industry?
Off the coast of North Sea, near Bergen, eleven wind turbines are now generating renewable power. The Hywind Tampen…
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People & Careers
Generations – Transforming tomorrow
ABB announces the release of the 2023 edition of Generations, which focuses on the experts, companies, and solutions driving…
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Ports & Terminals
The world’s 1st hydrogen-powered tug
The Hydrotug 1 is the first tugboat in the world to be powered by combustion engines that burn hydrogen…
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Networking
World Maritime Forum to take place in Copenhagen
In the maritime hub of Copenhagen, the World Maritime Forum is poised to take center stage on February 27th…
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Networking
The largest industry gathering
Following a day of active discussions at the Shaping the Future of Shipping: Delivering a Net Zero World summit yesterday, a…
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America
Skills for life
UKSA is reporting almost 78 per cent improvement across its six ‘Skills for Life’ framework for students taking part…
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Blog
Can we continue with oil and gas?
Just before Christmas 2022, cheers and applause broke out in our exploration team in Harstad. Why? The drilling rig Deepsea…
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Africa
Subsea cable from Egypt to Europe
The interconnector will send more than 2GW of power via the undersea power cable, which will be about 1,000…
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Seafarers
Celebrating Christmas with the seafarers
The vital role played by seafarers and their families was celebrated by The Mission to Seafarers (MtS) at their…
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Networking
EU ETS divides opinion at COP28
DeepSea Technologies, the award-winning Al-led maritime technology company and energy efficiency experts, hosted a panel discussion during COP 28…
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Worldwide
EU ETS can cost the shipping industry billions
International Transport Intermediaries Club (ITIC) has forecasted that the cost of the European Union’s (EU’s) new Emissions Trading Scheme…
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Europe
A memorable Europort exhibition 2023
As the curtains have long closed on Europort 2023, concluding 4 bustling days of conferences, networking gatherings, award ceremonies…
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Europe
Green Corridors pact is a brilliant idea
To make shipping climate neutral, we need green corridors around the world where ships can bunker green fuels. With…
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Networking
Danish shipping in focus at COP28
Danish shipping took center stage at the Danish Pavilion at COP28 in Dubai. The Crown Prince opened the event, where State of Green launched their new white paper, that hopefully will inspire…
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Digitalisation
Can a computer learn to sail an Optimist with AI?
The background of this challenge is an important one: what can artificial intelligence and machine learning contribute to a…
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Digitalisation
Lack of UX design regulations for ships’ bridges
Regulations for ship bridge equipment and systems provide little detailed design guidance for software. This forces the crew to…
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Offshore Wind
9 EU countries create plan for offshore wind
Meeting in The Hague this week at the annual North Seas Conference, eight EU countries plus Norway and the…
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Digitalisation
Checklists on new app for seafarers
A new app for seafarers, launched by the UK’s Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), is a chance for those…
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Shipowners
The world’s most advanced cruise ship
Meyer Turku has today delivered the cruise ship Icon of the Seas to its customer, the shipping company Royal…
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Networking
DSNAME’s Christmas special
As the holiday season approaches, DSNAME (Danish Society for Naval Architects and Marine Engineering) is gearing up to conclude…
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Blog
Why digital user interfaces matter for ship owners
Digital user interfaces might not be the first thing that springs to mind when building or operating a ship.…
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Networking
Winners of Seafarers Awards 2023
Coming in the same week as the latest Seafarers Happiness Index results (run by the Mission) showed a continuing…
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Maritime Technology
The changing face of the lifeboat market
Viking Life-Saving Equipment’s 40 and 52-person Viking Norsafe Totally Enclosed Lifeboats (TELB) respond to a rising tide of industry demand…
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Networking
4 award-winning Rising Stars
In a dazzling ceremony at the Rising Stars Pavilion, a collaborative effort between Marpro and Europort, the maritime industry…
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Networking
Europort 2023 leaves lasting impression
Europort has drawn to a close after four busy days of conferences, networking, and awards ceremonies that also saw…
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Shipowners
The state of ship finance
To state the obvious: Ships, being large and slow, are extremely energy efficient at carrying cargo when compared to…
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Networking
New Director of Rotterdam Port Promotion Council
A significant part of Visscher’s career has been dedicated to maritime innovations. She worked as a commercial manager at…
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Offshore Wind
10-year offshore contract to Semco Maritime
Semco Maritime has been awarded a balance-of-plant service contract covering operations and maintenance on the offshore windfarm Butendiek…
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Networking
AI sets the tone for Europort
Exploring artificial intelligence in the maritime industry, the Opening Summit of Europort 2023 set the scene for a four-day…
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Authorities, Organisations and Geopolitics
Alarm for crew welfare
Further concern over seafarer welfare has been raised by the results of the latest Seafarers Happiness Index, published today,…
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Networking
Innovation hub at the Rising Stars Pavilion at Europort
The initiative is the brainchild of Europort and MARPRO, the Danish maritime recruitment and consultancy firm with a Rotterdam…
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Authorities, Organisations and Geopolitics
Diversity and inclusion in the marine insurance community
During this year’s annual conference held in Edinburgh, the International Union of Marine Insurance (IUMI) took the opportunity to…
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Ports & Terminals
Modernizing the maritime communication at Port of Sudan
Since 1988, GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress and Safety System) has been mandated for ships globally by the International Maritime…
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Climate & Sustainability
Why corrosion is so costly
Ecolock is a comprehensive solution to corrosion in the hulls, immersed parts, and splash zones of offshore assets, including…
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Digitalisation
The future of maritime safety
The 2023 edition of The Future of Maritime Safety Report from Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat business, reveals that the…
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Networking
Opening the doors of the Rising Stars Pavilion
The anticipation is palpable as the inaugural day of the Rising Stars Exhibition unfolds, inviting visitors into an open…
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Networking
Europort 2023 begins
Europort 2023’s impressive lineup: 1,050 companies strong Construction has been in full swing and Europort begins now! Today is…
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Shipowners
Choose the right software for every maritime project
Intrinsic choice for the maritime sector During part-time jobs at logistics companies, Michiel became captivated when delivering goods to…
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Scandinavia
Shipping must become green, but also safe
As ships are increasingly set to sail on new green fuels in the near future, it is important to…
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Digitalisation
Is this the real life…?
The new Combat Support Ship (CSS) Den Helder has not yet been delivered, but the crew can already get…
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Digitalisation
3D printing adventure
thyssenkrupp and Wilhelmsen announced on 29 September its joint venture company, Pelagus 3D, marking the entry of an exciting…
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Offshore Wind
Largest ever US spend on offshore wind
The announcement, which also included plans to build two offshore wind turbine blade and nacelle manufacturing facilities, said the…
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Networking
Enhance your knowledge and network with shipowners
The 44th edition of TheMotorship’s Propulsion & Future Fuels Conferencetakes place 21-23 November 2023 in Hamburg,Germany. The conference covers…
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MARPRO
Top 10 hot maritime jobs
MARPRO Search & Selection, a global expert in Shipping and Maritime recruitment, specializes in connecting our partners with highly…
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Maritime Technology
Flower Turbines a Rising Star at Europort 2023
This week, the spotlight is on another Rising Star: Flower Turbines. Read along as we get to know Flower…
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Shipyards & Shipbuilding
Thecla Bodewes Shipyards showcases maritime excellence
Thecla Bodewes Shipyards, a renowned name in the maritime industry, is thrilled to announce its participation in Europort 2023,…
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MARPRO
Maritime expert behind the MARPRO Office in Germany
In a groundbreaking move this past June, MARPRO embarked on a new journey into the heart of the German…
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Seafarers
NYK Captain rescues 303 people
On November 7, Helios Leader, a pure car and truck carrier (PCTC) operated by NYK, rescued 303 people in…
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Digitalisation
Autonomous shipping to get satellite connectivity breakthrough
The ability to deploy safe, reliable, and accurate autonomous shipping technology is being propelled forward thanks to a project…
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Ports & Terminals
Commitment, strategy and cost: sustainability on the agenda
Ports must balance environmental challenges with economic demands in order to achieve their sustainability and decarbonisation ambitions, delegates were…
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Europe
Run Forest run! A different kind of networking
A runner’s experience in Rotterdam It’s 7 AM, and the air is fresh, cold with a promise of an…
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Networking
GT Green Technologies a Rising Star at Europort 2023
This week, we’re shining the spotlight on another Rising Star: GT Green Technologies. Read along as we get to…
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