Integrating eco-friendly practices: A Path Forward for a Sustainable Future
“We live in a world that is driven by the need to address environmental problems and promote long-term viability, and I strongly believe we should highlight the need of integrating eco-friendly solutions into corporate operations,” expresses Capt Ankush Gupta, Chief Operating Officer, The Great Eastern Shipping Co Ltd (GESCO), Mumbai. Aside from his position as…
STCW QUESTIONAIRE
3rd Marex feature to build consensus on making new STCW post HTW subcommittee meeting at IMO London that has just concluded in February Name or Organisation – Academic Council Mobile No – 9823158057 Email Id xceoitccsa@gmail.com Individual Residential status – Resident Occupational status – Seafarer, ashore, No of years since 1978 – 50 years Q 1.…
Cochin Port Authority Waives Off Port Charges Till 2027
Padmesh Prabhune – Cochin Port Authority has extended the waiver of port charges for a further period of three years effective April 1, 2024 for ships calling at outer anchorage of the port for bunkering services. This would mean the waiver of port charges would be valid upto March 2027. Officials at the Cochin Port…
Panama Canal to Soon Ease Transit Restrictions
Padmesh Prabhune – Having implemented its restrictions due to falling water levels in its reservoir for quite some time, the Panama Canal Authority now will continue its gradual restoration of daily transits and add a foot to the maximum draft. The decision was made after an analysis of the water levels, efforts to save water…
India sets sail towards Maritime Insurance Independence: Plans for Domestic P&I Club Unveiled
Pratik Bijlani – In a bid to bolster its maritime insurance capabilities and reduce reliance on foreign P&I clubs, India is setting sail on a new venture. On April 16th, Directorate General of Shipping in association with The Shipping Corporation of India Limited (SCI) hosted a Joint Interactive Session at SCI Auditorium in Mumbai, to…
Euronav and Anglo-Eastern Join Forces
Euronav NV (“Euronav”) and Anglo-Eastern Univan Group (“Anglo-Eastern”) are pleased to announce a Heads of Agreement (“HoA”) for the sale and purchase of Euronav Ship Management Hellas (“ESMH”), Euronav’s ship management arm. Euronav and Anglo-Eastern intend to join forces through this sale, with the latter assuming ownership of ship management responsibilities for the vessels currently…
Iran Seizes Portugal-Flagged Ship with Indian Crew Amidst Rising Tensions: Maritime Safety Concerns Arise
Pratik Bijlani – In a dramatic turn of events, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has intercepted a ship en route to the port of Nhava-Sheva, citing alleged ties to Israel. The vessel, identified as the Portugal-flagged MSC Aries, was commandeered by IRGC commandos via helicopter 80 kilometers off the coast of the United Arab…
Tomini Group Bags 3 Awards
Capt Om Dutta Felicitated With National Gallantry Award 2024 Padmesh Prabhune – On the occasion of the 61st National Maritime Day Celebrations, a Gallantry Award was presented to Capt Om Dutta towards his rescue operation aboard the Tomini Dynasty, thereby saving 11 lives amidst the high seas. The Award was presented by Shri Shyam Jagannathan,…
IRS announces Mr Rabindra Sah as its new CTO to accelerate its digitalisation initiatives
Indian Register of Shipping (IRS), a leading international classification society, announces the appointment of Mr. Rabindra Sah as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to accelerate its digitalisation initiatives. “We commenced our digital transformation initiatives a few years ago and welcome Mr. Sah to the IRS family” said Mr. Arun Sharma, Executive Chairman, IRS. “His…