The services will help reduce cost of shipment by about 35%, the vessel, SITC Tianjin from China scheduled to call at HDC on 12th June Padmesh Prabhune – Haldia Dock Complex (HDC) of Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (SMPK) has launched a direct Weekly Express Service linking Port Klang and Yangon, marking a new era…
Pratik Bijlani – In a decisive step to disrupt Houthi attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea, the US has imposed a seventh round of penalties against individuals, ships, and companies participating in the illegal movement of oil and other commodities for Iran’s Houthi militia. The current penalties are part of the US government’s…
India’s maritime prowess has long been celebrated, with a rich history of seafaring trade routes that spanned the globe. However, while much attention is rightfully paid to its extensive coastline, there lies an untapped potential within the nation’s inland waterways. Inland shipping augmentation presents a transformative opportunity to not only bolster India’s domestic logistics but…
Padmesh Prabhune – The Maritime Union of India (MUI), one of the largest unions working towards the cause of Merchant Navy officers and ensuring fairness of work and wage conditions, in commemorating the IMO International Day for Women in Maritime, recently organized a full day seminar on ‘Safe Horizons : Women Shaping The Future Of…
The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA), India’s top container handling port, marked World Environment Day with enthusiasm and a strong commitment to sustainability. The event, held on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, included a variety of events intended at raising environmental awareness and action. Shri Unmesh Sharad Wagh (IRS), Chairman of JNPA, attended the event as…
As temperatures rise to record highs this summer, ship recycling companies are increasing their efforts to safeguard staff from the scorching heat. The excessive summer heat, growing absenteeism, and the impact on productivity have pushed these businesses to implement a variety of steps to keep their employees safe and healthy. Bansal Ship Breakers Private Limited…
Blue Ocean Corporation’s flagship event, the International Procurement and Supply Chain Conference (IPSC), 2024 was held on 01st June in Mumbai, where Chief Guest Sourav Ganguly, Chairman of the ICC cricket committee and former President of the BCCI, shared his thoughts on “From the Pitch to the Boardroom: Aligning Leadership Strategies for High Performance”. The…
– The Author – Advocate Aishwarye Dubey Hydrogen fuel is a possible solution for the maritime industry’s move to more sustainable energy sources. However, the introduction of hydrogen-powered ships is accompanied by a number of legal problems, such as regulatory frameworks, safety standards, infrastructure development, and international cooperation. This research study examines these problems and…
The recent meet of the Board of Directors of FOSMA (Foreign Owners Representatives and Ship Managers Association) in Chennai doubled as a rejuvenating platform for fostering stronger industry relations and collaboration within the maritime sector. Held at the upmarket Hyatt Regency on the 31st of May 2024, the meet on its sidelines brought together key…
-Pratik Bijlani The Anglo-Eastern Maritime Academy (AEMA), Karjat, held the passing out and prize distribution ceremony for the prestigious Graduate Marine Engineering (GME) Batch 40. The event took place at the campus auditorium on April 3rd, 2024. Aspiring marine engineers, their families, faculty colleagues, and prominent visitors gathered to honour the end of a transformative…