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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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Seafarer free after 12 years
Twelve years ago, Abdul Nasser Saleh took a job as an engineer on board the Al Maha vessel. He then…
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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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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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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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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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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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Report underscores ongoing Somali piracy threat
The ICC International Maritime Bureau (IMB) raises concern on the continued acts of maritime piracy off the coast of…
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Ships dismantled worldwide in 2023
According to new data released by the NGO Shipbreaking Platform, 446 ocean-going commercial ships and offshore units were scrapped…
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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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