DG Advisory to Avoid Travelling to Bangladesh Amid Civic Unrest

Padmesh Prabhune – In the wake of the political turbulence after the collapse of erstwhile Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s government in Bangladesh, the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) following an advisory from the Ministry of External Affairs has in turn issued an advisory for seafarers, RPS agents, employers/vessel-owners to avoid travel to Bangladesh till further

Understanding General Average

Known as one of the most ancient systems in the maritime trade, General Average is intriguingly unique, a system that finds place only in maritime trade. The earliest mention of the principle that allows jettisoning of goods over the vessel to avert further peril, loss of which shall be contributed by all the parties concerned

Houthis Attack Liberian-Flagged Container Ship

Pratik Bijlani – Yemen’s Houthi armed organisation has claimed responsibility for a ballistic missile strike on the Liberian-flagged container ship MV Groton in the Gulf of Aden. This is the first attack on shipping by the Houthis since an Israeli bombardment on the port city of Hodeidah on July 20. Yahya Saree, the Houthi military

ABS Marine Services Celebrates Vijay Arora’s Distinguished Career at IRClass

Pratik Bijlani – ABS Marine Services hosted a special ceremony on July 26 to commemorate Mr Vijay Arora’s retirement as Managing Director of the Indian Register of Shipping (IRClass). The event, held at Mumbai’s Garware Club, brought together industry leaders, colleagues, and friends to recognise Mr Arora’s outstanding contributions and accomplishments throughout his career. Mr

Strengthening maritime legal mechanisms to prevent illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing

Illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing endangers marine ecosystems, food security, and the livelihoods of millions of people worldwide. IUU fishing, which is projected to cost up to $23.5 billion per year, hampers attempts to manage and conserve fisheries sustainably. Addressing this complicated issue requires strong maritime legal frameworks that include international cooperation, efficient enforcement,