Mr Harsh B Buch – Forming the backbone of international maritime trade, seafarers often face harsh working conditions, exploitation, and violations of even their basic rights. Seafarer rights have garnered attention in recent decades leading to the development of comprehensive international legal frameworks. Yet challenges persist due to the global nature of the industry, the…
Capt Kamal Chadha – Iran’s recent missile attacks on Israel have escalated tensions in West Asia, causing concerns about the accessibility of the crucial Red Sea shipping route for global trade. With fears that these tensions may result in prolonged disruptions, international shipping lines are bracing for potentially high freight rates. The situation has prompted…
Pratik Bijlani– On September 25th, the Association of Multimodal Transport Operators of India (AMTOI) ESG Council hosted a major information session at the CCI Club in Mumbai, focussing on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG). It sought to promote sustainable practices in the logistics and multimodal transportation sectors by bringing together industry professionals to debate the…
Tremendous Crowd Response at Celebration of World Maritime Day in Mumbai Padmesh Prabhune – The 13th edition of Kashti, Marex Media’s annual musical concert celebrating World Maritime Day, set the stage ablaze on Friday, September 20, 2024, in Mumbai. This year, the audience was treated to a mesmerizing live performance by the incredibly talented Mahalakshmi…
A Call to Rewind, Reconnect, Renew! The much-anticipated Dufferin Rajendra Chanakya Ex-Cadets Association (DRACEA) Global Meet is set to take place from Friday, November 15 to Monday, November 18, 2024, at the stunning Lalit Golf & Spa Resort in Goa. This year’s event promises to be a vibrant reunion for alumni, bringing together former cadets…
Padmesh Prabhune – The Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) is to stablish Ship-building and Ship-repair Clusters in 5 states across the country. Addressing the media, the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, presented an extensive overview of the significant milestones achieved by the Ministry during the first 100 days.…
The first Zhou-class submarine, a cutting-edge nuclear-powered attack vessel, sank at the Wuchang shipyard in Wuhan. This unfortunate incident marks a significant setback for China’s ambitions to expand and modernize its naval fleet amid an ongoing arms race with the United States. The sinking occurred dockside sometime in May or June of this year but…
Padmesh Prabhune – The Philippines has enacted a bill dubbed the “Magna Carta”, containing a comprehensive set of rights for its seafarers primarily working on international ships. The bill earned the name Magna Carta because of the sweeping rights it enshrines, providing a comprehensive framework while also setting strict new standards in training, education,…
Much has been said about the China deceleration and it is beginning to look as if it is speeding up rather than finding a floor. The CSI 300 closed today at its lowest in nearly six years. Latest data shows Chinese steel rebar prices at sub $430 a ton, the lowest level since early 2017,…
Kamal Chadha – Egypt’s president announced on Sunday last that the nation has experienced a staggering 60% drop in Suez Canal revenues, translating to a loss of over $6 billion in recent months. This decline is largely attributed to attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, which have disrupted shipping routes in the Red Sea. President Abdel…