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Trade war fallout: Cancellations of...
Lori Ann LaRocco U.S. importers are being notified of an increase in canceled sailings by freight ships out of...
Shipyard at Pipavav, Gujarat to...
As India’s biggest shipbuilding yard at Pipavav in Gujarat opens its doors for customers after almost a decade, Vivek Merchant, director,...
চট্টগ্রামে বে টার্মিনাল নির্মাণের প্রস্তুতিতে...
চট্টগ্রাম বন্দরে বে টার্মিনাল নির্মাণ করা হবে। এ টার্মিনাল নির্মাণের জন্য সহায়ক অবকাঠামো নির্মাণের জন্য প্রায় ১৫ হাজার কোটি...
DHT confirms disposal of Chinese-built tonnage...
posted on: Apr 20, 2025
DHT Holdings, a New York-listed tanker giant, has confirmed the sale of two Chinese-built VLCCs. DHT said in a statement that it sold the 2011-built DHT Lotus and the DHT Peony for a combined price of $103m. Splash has previously cited broking sources that claimed that the company sold the 320,000 dwt sister vessels built at Bohai Shipbuilding Heavy Industry in China. After repayment of existing debt on the vessels, amounting to $15.9m in aggregate, the transaction is expected to generate net cash proceeds of approximately $85m. The vessels are expected to be delivered to the new owner in April and July, respectively. According to DHT, the company expects to record gains of $17.5m and $15.5m in the second and third quarters, respectively. The vessels were acquired in 2017 as part of the acquisition of BW Group’s VLCC fleet for an aggregate price of $115.8m. “These two vessels have served us well over...
Who is an IMO Goodwill Maritime Ambassador?
posted on: Apr 19, 2025
Who is an IMO Goodwill Maritime Ambassador? The multi-faceted maritime world offers a series of rich and fulfilling career opportunities for young people, both at sea and ashore. Seafaring can provide young generations not only with an opportunity to provide for their families but also with unique opportunities to navigate the seas of the globe and encounter the wonders of the world. Other avenues such as marine engineering, naval architecture and maritime law provide the chance for an exciting and dynamic life in a truly vital professional sphere. But young people need to be engaged and enthused if they are to see and understand these opportunities. With this in mind, IMO has launched the IMO Maritime Ambassadors scheme. Who is an IMO Goodwill Maritime Ambassador? An IMO Goodwill Maritime Ambassador is a spokesperson or advocate for the maritime and seafaring professions. What does an IMO Goodwill Maritime Ambassador do?...
The Long, Strange Trip of the Titanic Victims Whose Remains Surfaced Hundreds of Miles Away, Weeks After the Ship Sank...
posted on: Apr 18, 2025
When the RMS Titanic sank on the night of April 14-15, 1912, some 1,500 men, women and children lost their lives. News accounts told of victims going “down with the ship” or coming to rest in a “watery grave.” However, hundreds of passengers and crew members had left the ship before it split apart, disappeared beneath the waves and settled at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean, two and a half miles down. These individuals floated in the sea, buoyed by cork-filled life vests, until the freezing water sucked the heat from their bodies. Although the official cause of death was often listed as drowning, most victims are believed to have died from hypothermia and related causes. In the coming days and weeks, their corpses would be carried by the currents, spreading over a vast area. Some would not be found for a month or more. Others would never be found at all. Today, close to...
সরকারি দুটি জাহাজের নাম পরিবর্তন...
posted on: Apr 18, 2025
সরকারের মালিকানাধীন বাংলাদেশ অভ্যন্তরীণ নৌপরিবহন করপোরেশনের (বিআইডব্লিউটিসি) তত্ববধানে থাকা দুটি জাহাজের নাম পরিবর্তন করা হয়েছে। সম্প্রতি এ বিষয়ে বিআইডব্লিউটিসি থেকে বিজ্ঞপ্তি জারি করা হয়। বিজ্ঞপ্তিতে বলা হয়েছে, বিআইডব্লিউটিসির মালিকানাধীন ‘এমভি তাজউদ্দিন আহমদ’ জলযানের রেজিস্ট্রেশন নম্বর সি-২০৮০। কর্তৃপক্ষের অনুমোদনক্রমে ‘এমভি তাজউদ্দিন আহমদ’ ও ‘এমডি আইভি রহমান’ নামে দুটি জাহাজের নাম পরিবর্তন করা হয়েছে। এমভি তাজউদ্দিন আহমদ হাজারের নতুন নাম করা হয়েছে ‘এমভি টেকনাফ’ এবং এমডি আইভি রহমানের পরিবর্তে ‘এমভি মালঞ্চ’ নামকরণ করা হয়েছে। বিজ্ঞাপ্তিতে জাহাজ দুটির নাম পরিবর্তনের ফলে কোনও মালিকানা, আর্থিক বা প্রশাসনিক আপত্তি থাকলে বিজ্ঞপ্তি প্রকাশের পাঁচ দিনের মধ্যে বিআইডব্লিউটিসির মহাব্যবস্থাপক (মেরিন) ক্যাপ্টেন বাপ্পি কুমার অধিকারী এবং চট্টগ্রামের নৌ-বাণিজ্য দফতরের প্রিন্সিপাল অফিসারের বরাবর লিখিত আবেদন করার অনুরোধ জানানো হয়েছে। source:...
‘ভারতের ট্রান্সশিপমেন্ট বাতিলে খরচ বেড়েছে ২ হাজার কোটি টাকা’...
posted on: Apr 18, 2025
‘ভারতের ট্রান্সশিপমেন্ট বাতিলে ২০০০ কোটি টাকার খরচ বেড়েছে। সে ক্ষতি পুষিয়ে নেওয়ার চেষ্টা চলছে। এটি কমিয়ে আনতে নানা ধরনের উদ্যোগ নিচ্ছে সরকার।’ বুধবার (১৬ এপ্রিল) দুপুরে সচিবালয়ে সাংবাদিকদের সঙ্গে মতবিনিময় অনুষ্ঠানে এসব কথা বলেন বাণিজ্য উপদেষ্টা শেখ বশিরউদ্দীন। তিনি বলেন, ভারত, পাকিস্তান বা চীন কোনো বিষয় নয়, সব দেশের সঙ্গেই সরকার বাণিজ্য বাড়াতে চায় সরকার। মার্কিন যুক্তরাষ্ট্র যে একপেশে শুল্ক আরোপ করেছে, সেটি অবশ্যই দুশ্চিন্তার বিষয়। তবে তিন মাসের জন্য এই শুল্ক আরোপ স্থগিত রেখেছে। এ সময়ে বিভিন্ন পরিকল্পনা বাস্তবায়নে কাজ করে যাচ্ছে সরকার। একপেশে শুল্কারোপের বিষয়টি প্রধান উপদেষ্টা নিজে দেখছেন। দেশটি বাংলাদেশের রপ্তানির পণ্য থেকে এক বিলিয়ন ডলার শুল্ক আয় করে। তারপরও তাদের সঙ্গে বাণিজ্য ঘাটতি রয়েছে। আর এসব নিয়ে আলোচনা করতেই অর্থ উপদেষ্টা যুক্তরাষ্ট্র সফরে যাচ্ছেন বলে জানান তিনি। বাংলাদেশের রপ্তানি আয় ৫০ বিলিয়ন ডলার জানিয়ে বাণিজ্য উপদেষ্টা বলেন, এর বিপরীতে আমদানি ৮০ থেকে ৯০ বিলিয়ন ডলার। আর এই ঘাটতি মেটাতে সাহায্য করে রেমিট্যান্স। অর্থপাচার বন্ধ হওয়ায়...
500,000 Barrels Of Oil Forced To Offload In Venezuela After Export Permit Cancelled...
posted on: Apr 17, 2025
A tanker chartered by Chevron is about to complete offloading nearly 500,000 barrels of Venezuelan oil at a local port after Venezuela’s state-run oil firm PDVSA ordered the cargo to be returned. Per shipping data and a source familiar with the matter, the vessel Carina Voyager, which sails under the Bahamian flag and is managed by a Chevron unit, started discharging its cargo on Saturday at PDVSA’s Jose terminal. The offloading process is expected to finish by Monday. At least nine tankers previously chartered by Chevron to export Venezuelan crude to the United States have been left stranded in the Caribbean Sea. These tankers were scheduled to deliver oil under a special US license set to expire on May 27. However, PDVSA recently cancelled loading permits for several cargoes and ordered at least two already-loaded shipments to return. Another Chevron cargo is also being sent back. The Dubai Attraction,...
MSC Makes History as First Container Line to Hit 900-Ship Fleet...
posted on: Apr 17, 2025
Mike Schuler Swiss-based Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has become the first global container carrier to operate a fleet of 900 vessels, according to Alphaliner. The liner industry analyst reports that MSC’s milestone achievement was marked by the delivery of the LNG-powered MSC GERMANY, a 16,000 TEU “maxi-neo-panamax” containership. This newest addition represents the fifth unit in a series of twelve sister ships ordered from a Chinese shipyard in October 2022. According to Alphaliner, MSC’s current fleet includes 609 owned vessels and 291 chartered ships, with operations spanning across its controlled carriers including Medlog, Log-In Logistica, and WEC Lines. The company’s total fleet capacity now reaches approximately 6.47 million TEU, maintaining a substantial lead of nearly one million TEU slots over its closest competitor, Maersk. Looking ahead, MSC’s fleet could potentially expand to 1,000 ships in the coming years, with 132 vessels currently on firm order. Alphaliner’s fleet calculations include vessels under...
As U.S. Pounds Houthis From Red Sea, Yemeni Ground Forces Are Arming Up...
posted on: Apr 15, 2025
As two carrier strike groups pound Houthi positions in northwestern Yemen, the official Yemeni government and its allies are building a large force to retake the nation’s Red Sea coastline and drive the militant group from power, according to multiple sources. If it is attempted, the ground offensive could result in fighting over the port city of Hodeidah, a focal point for back-and-forth struggles for control throughout the country’s long civil war. Dr. Abdulaziz Sager, head of the Saudi-based Gulf Research Center, told a recent Chatham House panel that the Houthis have been hit hard by recent U.S. strikes, and that the internationally-recognized government of Yemen is making preparations to retake the country. While still hopeful for a political agreement, Dr. Sager suggested that a military solution may be near at hand. “To my best knowledge, there is a preparation of almost 80,000 Yemeni soldiers from the legitimate government in...
How to tell if you’re dehydrated onboard: Signs and symptoms...
posted on: Apr 15, 2025
It’s easy to become dehydrated without even realizing it. Dehydration can have a negative impact on a seafarer’s health and can cause or worsen certain diseases. It can also impact a seafarer’s ability to be productive at work. Arange of problems is associated with dehydration, including fatigue, headaches, and decreased cognitive function, which can impact a seafarer’s ability to perform their duties safely and effectively. Dehydration is the term used when the body lacks enough water to work properly. If dehydration is allowed to continue it can lead to serious health problems, including heart conditions. Signs and symptoms of dehydration Increased thirst Decreased urination (see the Urine Colour chart) Dry mouth Headaches Dry skin Dizziness Weakness Palpitations Lack of sweating Sluggishness The recommended daily water intake for adult males is 2.5 litres, while females should aim for 2 litres. Most of this water should come from drinks, with the...
MEPC 83: Outcomes, reactions and implications
posted on: Apr 15, 2025
The Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) held its 83rd session from 7 to 11 April 2025, making key decisions on maritime decarbonization and sustainability, which drew a range of reactions from industry organizations and stakeholders. Approved by the Marine Environment Protection Committee during its 83rd session (MEPC 83) from 7–11 April 2025, the decisions include a new fuel standard for ships and a global pricing mechanism for emissions. These measures, set to be formally adopted in October 2025 before entry into force in 2027, will become mandatory for large ocean-going ships over 5,000 gross tonnage, which emit 85% of the total CO2 emissions from international shipping. The approval of draft amendments to MARPOL Annex VI mandating the IMO net-zero framework represents another significant step in our collective efforts to combat climate change, to modernize shipping and demonstrates that IMO delivers on its commitments. Now, it is important to continue working together, engaging...
Yangzijiang Financial in bulker newbuilding move...
posted on: Apr 15, 2025
Adis Ajdin Yangzijiang Financial Holding has returned to Jingjiang Nanyang Shipbuilding with a newbuilding project in the handysize dry bulk segment. Shipbuilding sources have placed the Singapore-listed company behind an order for four firm 40,000 dwt vessels with delivery in 2027 and 2028. The spinoff of China’s largest private shipyard, Yangzijiang Shipbuilding, is estimated to be paying about $30m per ship and has options for additional newbuilds. The shipping fund was separated from its shipbuilding and shipowning parent in 2022. The company has since invested in chemical and product tankers but also sealed partnerships with the likes of Hong Kong bulker owner and operator Cetus Maritime to invest in the handysize segment. Yangzijiang Financial also has a series of MR tankers lined up for construction at Jingjiang Nanyang, with deliveries likely starting in 2027. source :...
Container ships to start Chittagong-Mongla route in April...
posted on: Apr 14, 2025
For the first time in the country, container ships will start operating on an inland route between two seaports to reduce export costs. The operating company has announced that the route between Chittagong and Mongla ports will be launched in the middle of this month.PauseMute The initiative is aimed at boosting import-export facilities for the greater Khulna region. Once struggling with various crises, Mongla — the country’s second seaport — has now become a profitable venture. With extensive activity under various projects, the port has seen significant expansion and development. As the number of commercial ships arriving has increased, so has the activity among port workers. The port’s income has also grown. However, due to issues such as navigability problems, underutilization of business facilities, and high costs, container ships visit Mongla only about once a month. Yet the region holds immense export potential for goods like fish, frozen items,...
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