Celebrating International Day for Women in Maritime at MTI Mumbai
Pratik Bijlani – The National Maritime Day Celebrations Committee (NMDC), under the aegis of the Directorate General of Shipping, Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, organized a significant event on May 18th to commemorate the International Day for Women in Maritime. This annual event, initiated by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) of the United Nations,…
5 Solid reasons why YOU should Enroll in this MBA Program
The Company of Master Mariners of India (CMMI) have collaborated with the world renowned Indian Institute of Management, Mumbai (IIM-M), to offer an Executive MBA program in Maritime Management, Logistics & Supply Chain. Here are five solid reasons why seafarers as well as non-mariners should consider enrolling in this specialized program that will prepare them…
MV Dali Refloated and Moved to Berth in Baltimore
Pratik Bijlani – The MV Dali, the cargo ship notorious for multiple malfunctions before its collision with the Francis Scott Key Bridge, has been successfully refloated and relocated to a berth in Baltimore. The Key Bridge Response Unified Command, a multi-agency group, coordinated the 18-hour operation, which was meticulously planned last Saturday and executed at…
Rising Hopes Amid Rising Waters: Panama Canal Sees Gradual Recovery
Pratik Bijlani – According to an analysis by Xeneta, rising water levels in the Panama Canal have rekindled hopes for a return to normalcy in ocean freight container services, which have faced over a year of restrictions due to drought. However, Xeneta urges a realistic outlook, noting that while conditions are improving, a full recovery…
Autonomous shipping and its associated legal challenges
In the realm of maritime transportation, the tides of innovation are shifting towards autonomous shipping. This emerging technology promises a sea change in the way goods are transported across oceans, offering potential benefits in efficiency, safety, and environmental sustainability. However, beneath the surface of this transformative wave lie complex legal challenges that must be navigated…
Breaking Barriers
Pratik Bijlani – On May 11th, a collaborative effort between The Company of Master Mariners India (CMMI), The Institute of Marine Engineers (IME) Mumbai Branch, and The Institution of Naval Architects brought together maritime professionals for the “Women in Maritime – Trials & Tribulations” event. Held at Hotel Kohinoor, Andheri East, Mumbai, the event aimed…