Rhenus Logistics India Teams Up with Indian Register of Shipping for Indian Inland Waterway Feasibility Study

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Rhenus Logistics India Pvt. Ltd. (Rhenus India), a leading integrated logistics solutions provider, has partnered with Indian Register of Shipping (IRS), an internationally recognised classification society, to conduct a research-based Technical Feasibility Study of barges and pusher units for various convoy configurations proposed for operations across India’s National Waterways. The study aimed to assess multiple…

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What to Expect in the Second Half of 2025?

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Shipowners grapple with OPEC+ supply increases, tensions in the Middle East, and rising numbers of new-buildings. In a five-part series mid-year we take stock of shipping markets in the first six months of the year and look ahead to the remainder of the 2025 with experts Maritime Strategies International (MSI). Review of the market in…

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A New Trade Order

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Trump Is Changing Corruption—and Making It More Dangerous Whether he is launching cryptocurrency schemes or accepting a Qatari jumbo jet or issuing pardons for the relatives of major donors, Donald Trump has drawn frequent accusations of corruption in the early months of his second term as U.S. president. Each instance of corruption raises critical concerns…

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Shore Leave: A Lifeline for Seafarers in a Demanding World!

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In the vast and relentless world of global shipping, seafarers serve as the beating heart of international trade. They ensure that over 90% of the world’s goods are transported across oceans safely and efficiently. Despite its critical importance, shore leave has become increasingly elusive, shaped by a web of operational, logistical, and regulatory pressures. Beyond…

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Sparking Economic Concerns

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Just after midnight on the U.S. East Coast, President Trump enacted sweeping tariff hikes on nearly all major trading partners, marking what his administration calls “Liberation Day.” But for global shipping and logistics, the move signals turbulence ahead. With effective U.S. tariff rates now exceeding 17% — the highest since the Great Depression — the…

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The Rise of Smart Manuals

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A lot of things are transported throughout the world by ships. But living at sea isn’t simple. There are a lot of severe safety guidelines that crews have to follow, and they have to be ready for everything. They rely on voluminous health, safety, environment, and quality (HSEQ) manuals, company regulations, and crucial papers like…

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Nurturing a Future-Ready Maritime Workforce

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The Three Bees Research Foundation (TBRF), a Chandigarh-based NGO, is making waves in the maritime industry by empowering youth and promoting environmental sustainability. Founded by Master Mariners and Chief Engineers with over 34 years of global sailing experience, TBRF has been conducting outreach seminars across Punjab and North India, covering over 90 schools. The organization’s…

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HIMT College Unveils Cutting-Edge Sports Complex

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In a significant step towards holistic maritime education, Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training (HIMT), Chennai inaugurated its newly built Sports Complex at its Pre-Sea Campus in Kalpakkam on 29th July. The state-of-the-art facility was declared open by Mr Sushil Mansingh Khopde, IPS, Additional Director General of Shipping, Govt. of India, in the presence of senior…

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