Delphine Estibeiro – The maritime and allied transport sectors stand at a pivotal juncture, where evolving legal frameworks intersect with technological innovation, sustainability imperatives, and geopolitical shifts. Against this backdrop, the 3rd Edition of The Marex International Maritime Legal Conference & Awards 2026 emerges as a vital platform for dialogue, collaboration, and foresight. Scheduled for…
ClassNK has granted its Innovation Endorsement for Products & Solutions to “eVa COLREGS”, an AI-powered maritime COLREG training platform developed by eDOT Solutions. The platform is designed to enhance understanding and proficiency in the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREG) among seafarers and maritime educational institutions, and is offered as a solution to…
Pratik Bijlani – The increasingly complex sanctions environment facing global shipping came under scrutiny as the Maritime Association of Shipowners, Shipmanagers and Agents (MASSA) hosted a webinar titled “Sanctions & their Impact – P&I and RPSL Perspective” on 12 August 2026. Bringing together perspectives from Protection & Indemnity (P&I) insurance and Recruitment and Placement Services…
Pratik Bijlani – As the maritime industry accelerates towards decarbonisation, digitalisation and increasingly complex ship operations, the role of maritime trainers has never been more critical. Reflecting this changing landscape, the Maritime Trainers Guild (MTG) celebrated its 15th Foundation Day on 1st August at Bharat Ratnam, Mumbai, with a conference themed Transforming Maritime Education: Fuels,…
Pratik Bijlani – For an industry built around ships, ports and cargo, India’s maritime story is increasingly being defined by the people who keep it moving. That message resonated strongly at the stakeholder interaction organised by the Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA) on 8th August at Taj Lands’ End, Mumbai, where discussions on seafarer…
Pratik Bijlani – India is moving towards a more integrated and technology-driven approach to port security, with cybersecurity, surveillance, inter-agency coordination and emerging geopolitical threats becoming central to maritime security planning. These priorities came into focus at the 2nd National Port Security Conference 2026, held in New Delhi on 6th August under the aegis of…
Thordon Bearings, the market leader in environmentally safe, water-lubricated and grease-free bearing and seal solutions, has welcomed marine engineering and naval architecture firm SAI Engineering to its growing global network of authorised distributors. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia (BC), SAI Engineering employs a team of technical experts with more than 10 years of extensive experience,…
SHM Shipcare Private Limited (“SHM Shipcare”), one of the integrated maritime companies engaged in shipbuilding, ship repair, ship management, and maritime safety solutions announced that Mr. Saifuddin Hajee, Managing Director and Group CEO has been conferred ‘The Outstanding Industry Achievement Award’ at the All-India Achievers Conclave & Awards 2026. The recognition acknowledges his contribution to…
Pratik Bijlani – With geopolitical tensions continuing to disrupt global shipping, ensuring the safety and welfare of merchant seafarers has become an increasingly urgent priority. Against this backdrop, the International Maritime Federation (IMF) and the Forward Seamen’s Union of India (FSUI) convened a Joint Maritime Stakeholders’ Coordination Meeting on 5th August, bringing together senior representatives…
Ports sometimes have requirements for the number of mooring ropes a vessel calling must have on board. John Southam and Vicky Dolka, of NorthStandard*, examine who is responsible when the requirement exceeds the number normally carried. The number of mooring lines a vessel must carry during normal operation is decided on a vessel-by-vessel basis. The…