The Case for Seizing Russian Assets to Fund Ukraine’s Defence. As Russia continues its war against Ukraine and the Trump administration reduces U.S. aid to Kyiv, European countries have stepped up their support of the Ukrainian people. But more can be done. At this critical moment, the European Union should seize the immobilized Russian sovereign…
Mr Torsten Holst Pedersen, Chief Operating Officer, Seaspan Ship Management Ltd entry into shipping was serendipitous, driven by a job opportunity in Denmark with a major conglomerate. Despite his background in economics and international finance, he found himself drawn to the industry’s global nature and diverse challenges. Mr Pedersen encourages young professionals to consider shipping,…
Pratik Bijlani – On 29th April, the Marine Medical Examiners Conclave 2025 was organised under the aegis of the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) and curated & managed by Marex Media Pvt Ltd at the Hotel Novotel in Mumbai. This event brought together maritime medical professionals, shipowners, regulators, and key industry stakeholders to focus on…
Saving America by Moody’s ? There is something ironic about the world’s largest economy being nudged off its pedestal by a credit rating agency whose word it once treated as gospel. America’s debt trajectory has been climbing with the conviction of a mountain goat and grace of a runaway truck. Political brinkmanship over debt ceilings…
Recognizing that the demanding and often isolating environment of a career at sea requires more than just technical proficiency, the Mumbai Branch of the Institute of Marine Engineers (India) (IME(I) Mumbai) recently spearheaded a transformative workshop for cadets at the Indian Maritime University (IMU) Mumbai. The thoughtfully curated session, titled “Packing for the Sea Within,”…
Jassper Shipping, a trusted name in the Indian shipping and logistics industry, started Financial Year 2025–26 on a steep growth trajectory. Jassper Shipping opens new offices in Delhi, Vishakhapatnam, and Kolkata, and also formed a joint venture to begin operations in Saudi Arabia and Oman. These expansions reflect a clear vision to become a transcontinental…
Pratik Bijlani – On March 26th and 27th, d’Amico Shipping conducted its annual “Sea and Shore Staff” seminar at the prestigious Hotel Leela in Mumbai. This year’s theme, Forging Ahead – Stronger, Safer, Smarter, reflected the company’s commitment to advancing maritime operations while prioritizing safety, innovation, and teamwork. Organized by d’Amico Ship Ishima India Private…
Pratik Bijlani – On May 14, the Directorate General of Shipping, in collaboration with the Institute of Marine Engineers (India) Mumbai Branch, hosted a landmark Technical Seminar at the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) in Mumbai. The seminar, dedicated to discussing the outcomes of the 83rd session of the International Maritime Organization’s Marine Environment Protection…
Blue Ocean Corporation, the world leader in supply chain consulting and training, successfully hosted another edition of the International Procurement and Supply Chain Conference (IPSC) at the prestigious W Hotel, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai. In a stirring address, Blue Ocean Director Board member and former Indian Cricket Captain Sourav Ganguly inspired the audience with his leadership…
Indian Register of Shipping (IRS), a leading international classification society, marked a significant presence at the Seatrade Maritime Middle East 2025, showcasing its expanding portfolio of services, including advancements in digitalisation, decarbonisation, and maritime sustainability initiatives. As part of its outreach efforts, IRS hosted a Customer & Stakeholder Event on the sidelines of the exhibition.…