The last batch of TS DUFFERIN ’69-’71 was hosted for a reunion Jan11-13th at Ajmer by their batchmate Capt Subhangshu DUTT from Ajmer itself, who had turned out to be a shipowner investing in Chem Tankers including a newbuild in China. The list of 27 who attended (including Capt Randhir Singh their Senior), most with…
Technology group Wärtsilä has introduced its new EnviroPac feature for the Wärtsilä 34DF constant speed engine. The feature is designed to significantly reduce methane emissions while maintaining the engine’s high-power output and compliance with IMO Tier 3 NOx requirements. The first order for engines with this new feature has been placed by the French shipping…
Pratik Bijlani – On January 17, the National Union Seafarers of India (NUSI) and the Directorate General of Shipping (DG Shipping), Government of India, signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to introduce the standardized wellness curriculum, Sagar Mein Yog at the DGS in Mumbai. The benefits of incorporating yoga into daily life include building…
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Mr Amit Shah addressed the 18th convocation ceremony of Ganpat University in Mehsana, Gujarat on 16th January. On this occasion, the University’s Patron President Mr Ganpat Patel and Gujarat’s Minister for Higher and Technical Education Mr Rushikesh Patel, along with several distinguished individuals, were present. In his address,…
DP World, a leading global provider of smart end-to-end supply chain solutions, has registered a growth of 17% in 2024 compared to the previous year at its International Container Transshipment Terminal (ICTT) at Cochin. DP World Cochin has achieved its all-time high volume in 2024 by handling 840,564 TEUs. DP World Cochin introduced new STS…
Captain Radhika Menon, a trailblazer in the Indian Merchant Navy, has been invited by the Honourable President of India, Mrs. Droupadi Murmu, to attend the prestigious ‘At Home’ Reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Republic Day. This esteemed event is a testament to Captain Menon’s remarkable achievements and contributions to the maritime industry. As the first…
The 14th Convocation of AMET University was a momentous occasion, held on 4th January, where graduates were celebrated for their academic accomplishments and the start of their professional careers. Dr J Ramachandran, the Founder and Chancellor of AMET University, Chennai, had the honor of presenting the Honorary Doctorate Degree to Capt. Thanuvelil Koshy Joseph, a…
Dr Radhika Vakharia – On the 5th of January, the maritime community gathered for a pivotal event focused on the mental health challenges faced by seafarers, highlighting the pressing issue of abandonment. Hosted by FSUI (Forward Seamen’s Union of India) and SEACALL, the programme featured a series of impactful speeches, discussions, and a technological innovation…
