In a show of solidarity with Palestinians amid the Israel-Gaza conflict, Iranian-backed Houthi rebels from Yemen have launched a series of attacks on international shipping. The most recent target, the Marshall Islands-flagged bulk carrier Laax, sustained damage from missile strikes off the Yemeni coast. The Greek-owned vessel began taking on water but managed to continue…
Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) is pleased to announce its successful collaboration with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) on the pioneering technology demonstration of Autonomous Navigation system with dual navigation capabilities on MDL the tug MT Andaman.IRS team led by Mr. R. Srinivas, VP & HOD Electrical & Control System, conducted a thorough review of…
Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA), India’s first 100% landlord and premier container port, commemorated 35 years of operational excellence with a grand event held at the prestigious Hotel Taj Mahal, Mumbai. The event, themed “Port of Prosperity,” celebrated the remarkable achievements and growth of JNPA, recognizing its pivotal role in India’s maritime industry.JNPA has consistently…
– Padmesh Prabhune Mundra Port, the flagship of Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ), has provided berth to one the largest container ships, the MSC Anna at its docks, breaking its earlier record (July 2023) when it docked the MSC Hamburg, having an overall length of 399 metres and a capacity of 16,652TEUs.…
– Pratik Bijlani The Stena Prosperous, the final vessel in Proman Stena Bulk’s innovative joint venture, was christened at a ceremony held at the Marina Bay Cruise Centre in Singapore. This venture between leading tanker company Stena Bulk and prominent methanol producer Proman marks the completion of their fleet of six methanol-fueled tankers, ordered in…
Tolani Maritime Institute (TMI) held an End of Programme Felicitation for the cadets who graduated from its 2020 Marine Engineering, 2021 Nautical Science, and 2023 Diploma in Nautical Science programmes. Dr. Sanjay Bhavnani, Director & COO, MMS Maritime India, served as the event’s chief guest. The Principal, Dr. Sanjeet Kanungo, began the proceedings by greeting…
– Pratik Bijlani In a significant milestone for the Port of Baltimore, Royal Caribbean’s Vision of the Seas embarked on a five-night voyage to Bermuda last Saturday, marking the first departure since the catastrophic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge two months ago. The departure signifies a crucial step in the port’s recovery efforts…
– The Author – Advocate Aishwarye DubeyBeneath the vast expanses of our oceans lies a treasure trove of minerals and resources waiting to be tapped. Deep sea mining offers the tantalizing prospect of accessing these riches, from polymetallic nodules to cobalt-rich crusts. However, beneath the shimmering surface of this industry lies a complex web of…
– Pratik Bijlani Cyclone Remal has wreaked havoc in Bangladesh, leaving millions without power and causing the deaths of seven people as it made landfall. The cyclone, which struck around midnight on Sunday, has devastated shore-lying regions with heavy storms and high winds, resulting in widespread damage and disruption. Over 800,000 people were evacuated from…
Padmesh Prabhune – The Directorate General of Shipping, under the Ministry of Port, Shipping & Waterways, Government of India, has issued guidelines for providing seafarers on ships that are in Indian ports with access to adequate welfare facilities and service. This means all ports across the country will have to develop necessary infrastructure in the…