EU’s Sanctions on Russia: A Delicate Balance of Politics and Economics On Friday the EU imposed its 18th package of sanctions against Russia for its February 2022 invasion of Ukraine. This round of sanctions may affect India more than previous ones. They aim to hit Russia’s energy, finances, trade, anti-circumvention, military capabilities and supply chains,…
DECATHLON, CMA CGM and France Cyclisme are pleased to announce their new co-naming partnership for the professional cycling team currently known as DECATHLON AG2R LA MONDIALE. Starting from January 1st, 2026, the team will race as DECATHLON CMA CGM. Following the recent announcement of DECATHLON becoming the owner of the Pro cycling team at the…
DP World, a leading global provider of smart end-to-end supply chain solutions, has been ranked amongst ‘India’s Top 100 Best Companies to Work For’ by the Great Place to Work Institute. This annual ranking—based on data from Great Place to Work’s Trust Index™ Survey and Culture Audit—recognizes organizations that excel in building high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures. The…
Pratik Bijlani – India’s Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) has banned the deployment of Indian seafarers holding Certificates of Competency (CoCs) issued by certain Central American countries, including Honduras and Belize, after uncovering widespread fraud in their issuance. The move, announced through DGS Circular No. 31/2025, aims to curb recruitment malpractices and prevent Indian seafarers…
Pratik Bijlani – In a landmark move for India’s maritime sector, the Rajya Sabha on the first day of the monsoon session passed the ‘Bills of Lading, 2025’, paving the way for Presidential assent and the replacement of a 169-year-old colonial law. Introduced by Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal, the bill…
• How is global shipping trying to decarbonise? What are the green fuels that may be used? Why is it difficult to implement changes in shipping? What does India need to do? Why is the government encouraging green ammonia production in India? What are the challenges?Global shipping is on course towards decarbonisation by 2040-50. This…
Pratik Bijlani – On June 30, AGA Aqua Marine, a Mumbai-based crew management firm, inaugurated its first office at Boomerang in Chandivali, Andheri East. Specializing in sourcing, training, and deploying skilled seafarers globally, the firm is dedicated to enhancing the maritime industry by providing ethical, innovative, and tailored solutions. With a mission to deliver ethical,…
Pratik Bijlani – Japanese shipping major Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K-Line) is recalibrating its U.S. services and considering further vessel redeployments as it prepares for the potential impact of higher U.S. tariffs. CEO Takenori Igarashi revealed the company has accounted for a 30-billion-yen ($200 million) hit in its financial forecasts through March 2026, citing pressures on…
Pratik Bijlani – The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) has reported a “disturbing surge” in seafarer abandonment cases in 2025, recording a 33% increase over last year’s already record levels. By May, 158 cases affecting over 1,501 seafarers had been logged, compared to 119 cases during the same period in 2024. “Abandonment is a growing,…
