The global shipping industry is under increasing pressure to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, as international regulatory bodies seek sustainable alternatives to fossil fuels. Among these alternatives, hydrogen has emerged as a promising zero-emission fuel. However, the adoption of hydrogen as a maritime fuel presents various legal challenges that must be addressed to ensure compliance…
Prices gained after official data showed that China’s manufacturing activity expanded in February. Investors eyeing China’s annual Parliamentary meeting scheduled 5th March for further measures to support its battered economy. An Ocean Network Express (ONE) operated ship and an AP Moller-Maersk vessel came into contact over the weekend. The 14,026-teu ONE Columba (built 2018) collided…
Pratik Bijlani – On March 23, the Indian Maritime University (IMU) Navi Mumbai Campus witnessed the grand opening of the inaugural Maritime Games 2025, an event that promises to be a historic milestone for the maritime community. Olympian and Indian Olympic Association President, Padma Shri Dr PT Usha (MP), inaugurated the ceremony, setting the tone…
Synergy Marine Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Jesper Kristensen as its new Group CEO, effective March 24, 2025. With a dynamic vision to balance global operations, Mr. Kristensen is stepping into the Group CEO role and will lead Synergy in its era of transformation, with focus on continuing to expand the…
Delphine Estibeiro – Dr PT Usha (MP), President of the Indian Olympic Association, inaugurated the Maritime Games 2025 at the IMU Navi Mumbai Campus on March 23rd. Addressing the gathering, Dr Usha congratulated the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways for initiating this unique celebration of sportsmanship, endurance, and the indomitable spirit of the maritime…
DP World and India’s Reliance Industries have teamed up to launch an innovative logistics solution for the petrochemicals industry, shifting product transport from road to rail, significantly cutting carbon emissions while enhancing operational efficiency. The new solution connects Reliance Industries’ Jamnagar plant in Gujarat to DP World’s inland container depot (ICD) in Ahmedabad and onward…
Can Europe confront Vladimir Putin’s Russia on its own? An independent army, air force and nuclear bomb would come at a high price. Within hours of his party winning national elections, Friedrich Merz, Germany’s presumptive next leader, dropped a bombshell. Donald Trump “does not care much about the fate of Europe”, he said. The priority…
In February 2025, Mr Arsenio Dominguez, the Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), embarked on a significant visit to India, marking his first tour since assuming office in 2024. This three-day visit underscored India’s pivotal role in the global maritime sector and highlighted collaborative efforts towards sustainable shipping and seafarer welfare. Mr Dominguez’s visit…
Weathering Geo-political Risks for International Trade and Shipping was the theme of the recent seminar held in Singapore by AMICIE on 14th March. AMICIE, meaning `friends of the court’ (from amicus curiae), and the full form of which stands as the ‘Association of Maritime International Commercial Interests and Expertise’ is a seven-year old Society registered…
Mumbai, 19th March 2025 – The National Maritime Games 2025, a landmark initiative by the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), is set to make history as the first-ever sporting event dedicated to the Indian maritime sector. Adding to the excitement, the official games mascot, Capt. Matsya, was revealed today, symbolizing the spirit of resilience, strength,…