The International Maritime Federation (IMF) held its 9th Annual General Meeting on September 27th at The Park Hotel in Belapur, bringing together members from various sectors of the maritime industry. Chairman Mr. Vivek Rastogi kicked off the meeting with a warm welcome, highlighting the importance of collaboration and innovation within the maritime community. The keynote…
OM Maritime has made a significant move by securing its first-ever newbuildings from Jiangxi New Jiangzhou Shipbuilding Heavy Industry in China. This Singapore-based niche tanker company has placed firm orders for two stainless steel chemical tankers, each with a deadweight tonnage of 13,800 dwt. These state-of-the-art vessels will feature twelve duplex stainless steel cargo tanks,…
It has been a bad week for President Zelensky of Ukraine, for lame-duck President Biden of the US, and for Nato. And all for the same reason: western dithering in the face of Putin’s empty threats to resort to the use of tactical nuclear weapons. The transatlantic alliance eventually got around to supplying old battle…
V.Group, a leading global ship manager and marine services provider, has inaugurated its expanded office in Chennai, India, reinforcing its commitment to the region. This strategic move strengthens V.Group’s ability to engage with customers and seafarers, building on its 40-year history in India. The state-of-the-art office brings together over 200 colleagues under one roof, supporting…
Capt Rajesh Kumar & Dr Laxmi Todiwan
