The maritime industry, a cornerstone of global trade, heavily depends on the physical and mental well-being of its seafarers. However, a significant yet often overlooked threat to their health is cancer, which is exacerbated by tobacco use, including social smoking, e-cigarettes, and smokeless forms. This article examines the prevalence of cancer among sea staff, the…
The serene city of Dehradun is set to host a landmark event in the maritime industry—Aarohan 2025, the International Maritime Conference, scheduled for March 22, 2025. This highly anticipated gathering, organized by Integrated Maritime Exchange (IME) in collaboration with Graphic Era University, promises to bring together global leaders, industry stalwarts, academics, and innovators in commercial…
Pratik Bijlani – On January 16, the Company of Master Mariners of India (CMMI) hosted its monthly meeting on the critical topic of maritime cybersecurity at Elegant Marine Services’ office in Mumbai. The hybrid meeting saw participation both online and in-person, with Capt Viraf Chichgar, General Manager and Dean of FMTI, delivering the keynote presentation…
While the oceans fuel global trade, they conceal an unsettling truth about the conditions of those who make it all possible. For seafarers, the regulatory systems meant to protect them from overwork often fail in design and Implementation, perpetuating a cycle of excessive working hours and inadequate protections. The Problem with Maritime Labour Standards International…
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…