Harnessing Data Analytics for Maritime Safety

Pratik Bijlani – The Company of Master Mariners of India (CMMI) held its monthly meeting on November 14, at VR Maritime Services Pvt Ltd, Mumbai, focusing on the transformative potential of data analytics for maritime risk management. The event attended both in-person and virtually, provided a platform for discussing innovations in predictive safety models, with

Executive Group Makes Waves with ClassNK-Approved Indigenous Energy Efficiency Monitoring Solution

In a remarkable achievement for Maritime innovation, Executive Group of Companies, has received the prestigious ClassNK Innovation Endorsement in the Product & Solution category. This recognition is for its groundbreaking “Ship Energy Efficiency Monitoring System” (SEEMS). Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies (SIMS) led this Synergistic project. SEEMS, an indigenous and cost-effective solution, was conceptualized, designed,

Kanoo Shipping India Celebrates Five Years of Success

Pratik Bijlani Kanoo Shipping commemorated a major milestone on October 4, as its Indian subsidiary, Kanoo Shipping India Pvt. Ltd., celebrated five years of operational excellence. Industry leaders and company representatives gathered at The Acres Club in Mumbai, to mark this significant achievement in Kanoo Shipping’s regional expansion. The event drew prominent industry figures, including

Weekly Freight Markets 9th Nov., 2024

In November 2016, as the Brexit aftermath lingered, the world faced another seismic shift: the election of Donald Trump as the 45th President of the United States. His victory ushered in a wave of anti globalisation sentiment that sent shockwaves through global markets. Trump’s populist agenda and campaign of uncertainty challenged the norms of international

NUSI Marks Seafarers Unity Day with Renewed Pledge to Maritime Welfare and Progress

Pratik Bijlani The National Union of Seafarers of India (NUSI) commemorated Seafarers Unity Day on November 6, at the Indian Sailors Home Society (ISHS), convening distinguished maritime experts and union leaders under the unifying theme Seafarers: Moving the World. The internationally broadcast event spotlighted seafarers’ pivotal role in global trade and their selfless dedication. NUSI

Three-Way Collision Off Bangladesh

Collision involving an LPG carrier, a Coal vessel and a fishing boat Padmesh Prabhune – A coal-laden vessel ‘MV Mizan’, collided head-on with a large vessel ‘MV Era Star’ carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in the Pashur Channel off Mongla Port in Bagerhat last Friday leaving a fisherman named Lokman Hakim missing, who was caught

MASSA Unveils New logo at 25th Anniversary Celebration of MMA

Padmesh Prabhune – The Maritime Association of Shipowners, Shipmanagers, and Agents (MASSA) proudly unveiled its new logo during the 25th anniversary celebration of the Massa Maritime Academy (MMA) last week in Mumbai. The refreshed logo embodies MASSA’s core values of education, inclusivity, trust, and reflects its pivotal role in nurturing young talent within the maritime

Excellence in Innovative: Recruitment

Not Different, Simply Better! iSail Marine is transforming maritime recruitment by connecting professionals with global opportunities through innovative, tailored solutions. Headquartered in Mumbai and serving a worldwide audience, iSail Marine is dedicated to empowering job seekers and providing companies with efficient, affordable talent acquisition options. In just 11 months, iSail Marine has signed contracts with

Dry Market Roundup

The Baltic Dry Index’s closing at 1410 points this week highlights persistent demand-side pressures across vessel segments within the dry bulk sector. Capesize vessels, predominantly reliant on iron ore  shipments,  saw  daily  earnings  fall  to $15,395 – a level last observed in early January—reflecting diminished iron ore trade flows, compounded by market apprehensions over China’s