IIM Mumbai and CMMI Launch Campus Immersion for Executive MBA in Maritime Management, Logistics and Supply Chain

The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Mumbai and the Centre for Maritime Management and Innovation (CMMI) recently inaugurated the Campus Immersion Ceremony for the Executive MBA in Maritime Management, Logistics and Supply Chain program. This prestigious collaboration between IIM Mumbai and CMMI marks a significant milestone in the development of the maritime industry, providing a

Fire on ASL Bauhinia Triggers Comprehensive Investigation and Review of Industry Practices

Pratik Bijlani – A fire aboard the Hong Kong-flagged container ship ASL Bauhinia has prompted a comprehensive maritime investigation following confirmation that the incident was unrelated to Houthi militant activity. The blaze broke out on January 28, occurred approximately 122 nautical miles northwest of Hodeidah, Yemen, in the Red Sea—a region fraught with hazards for

WISTA International Board Meets in India for the First Time, Spotlighting Sustainable Shipping Initiatives

For the first time in history, the Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA) International Board will hold its mid-term meeting in India. This landmark event underscores WISTA’s dedication to fostering diversity, inclusion, and leadership in the global maritime, trading, and logistics sectors. To commemorate this historic occasion, WISTA India is hosting its first WISTA

The Power of Harnessing Human Factors Data (HFD)

The maritime industry is at the tipping point of a data revolution. For decades, noon reports – a once-daily snapshot of a vessel’s performance – have been the cornerstone of voyage tracking and optimisation. However, the game is changing with the advent of high- frequency data (HFD) systems. This shift is not just a technological