An in-depth evaluation study based on reference data from a Suezmax crude oil tanker has demonstrated the benefits of using Thordon Bearings’ innovative T-BOSS® shaftline solution instead of a conventional oil lubricated sterntube system. The comprehensive study assessed the CAPEX for a sterntubeless T-BOSS® (Thordon – Blue Ocean Stern Space) system installed on a 274m…
Global logistics leader DP World and India’s premier men’s professional tour DP World PGTI today jointly announced the launch of the Race to DP World India Championship, a season-long competition that will serve as the defining storyline of the 2026 DP World PGTI season. The ‘Race to DP World India Championship’ will determine the season’s…
MacGregor has experienced a highly positive trend in the demand for its electric cranes in the first half of 2026, reinforcing its position as an innovating provider of sustainable maritime solutions. Demand for MacGregor cranes has been strong in the first half of 2026, and the electric cranes represent more than 80% of the overall…
ClassNK has launched ‘Survey Compass,’ an AI assistant that supports shipowners and ship management companies in their survey-related operations. Survey Compass is an AI assistant that responds in natural language to questions on classification survey matters faced by shipowners and ship management companies. Users can quickly confirm the information they need together with its supporting…
Delphine Estibeiro – As the maritime industry sails through an era of transformation, the International Maritime Legal Conference & Awards 2026, hosted by Marex Media Pvt Ltd and Bose & Mitra & Co, sets the stage for a pivotal dialogue on law, risk, and resilience. Scheduled for 26th August at PVM Gymkhana, Mumbai, the third…
Pratik Bijlani – There was something symbolic about the ribbon-cutting at Zodiac Maritime’s Expanded Mumbai office on 18th August. As the company celebrated half a century in global shipping, the inauguration of its expanded India hub reflected a journey that has mirrored the country’s growing importance to the maritime industry—from a source of seafarers to…
New Delhi –The Research and Information System for Developing Countries (RIS) convened a closed-door discussion on “Tokenisation of Maritime Assets: A Case for Fractional Ship Owning”, focusing on innovative financing mechanisms to strengthen India’s ship-owning and shipbuilding capabilities and expand the country’s maritime capacity. India’s growing integration with the global economy has created a significant…
Delphine Estibeiro – The maritime world is entering transformative times, where legal clarity and industry collaboration are more critical than ever. Against this backdrop, the 3rd edition of the Bose & Mitra‑Marex International Maritime Legal Conference & Awards 2026 will convene on Wednesday, 26th August in Mumbai, offering a powerful platform to thought leaders, regulators,…
Delphine Estibeiro – The maritime industry in India stands at a pivotal juncture, with insurance emerging as a critical pillar in safeguarding operations against evolving risks. Against this backdrop, the 3rd Edition of Bose & Mitra–Marex International Maritime Legal Conference & Awards 2026 will convene on Wednesday, 26th August in Mumbai, converging shipowners, insurers, regulators,…
Every seafarer knows the routine before joining a new company. You call an old batchmate. Message someone you sailed with years ago. Ask in a WhatsApp group: How is the company? Salary on time? Relief? Promotion prospects? Internet onboard? How long are the contracts? The answers can be Incredibly useful. The problem is that they…