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100 wind-powered cargo ships strengthen case for immediate decarbonisation...
posted on: Aug 3, 2026
Shipowners should stop treating decarbonisation as a decision that begins only when alternative fuels become widely available, according to BAR Technologies, which argues that technologies already delivering fuel savings deserve greater attention in fleet investment plans. The company’s comments follow a study by EY Greece that concluded shipping’s path to net zero will require substantial capital and will be influenced by fuel availability, infrastructure, shipyard capacity, access to finance and commercial alignment across the industry. BAR Technologies agrees that long-term fuel planning remains essential, but says many owners can already reduce fuel consumption through technologies available today. The company argues that wind propulsion should be viewed as an immediate emissions-reduction measure rather than a future option. Industry adoption has gathered pace. According to the International Windship Association, more than 100 large commercial cargo ships, representing over five million deadweight tonnes, are now equipped with wind propulsion systems. BAR Technologies...
Bangladesh, Maldives discuss direct shipping link...
posted on: Aug 1, 2026
Bangladesh and the Maldives on Sunday discussed establishing a direct shipping link between the two countries to boost bilateral trade and connectivity as part of efforts to deepen their long-standing friendly relations. The issue was discussed during a bilateral meeting between Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman and his Maldivian counterpart Iruthisham Adam in Malé, the foreign ministry said in a press release. During the meeting, the two ministers explored ways to further strengthen Bangladesh-Maldives relations through enhanced cooperation in migration and expatriate welfare, tourism, education, health, blue economy and maritime connectivity. They exchanged views on the proposed direct shipping link, which is expected to facilitate bilateral trade and improve connectivity between the two South Asian nations. The two sides also discussed possible high-level visits as part of efforts to boost bilateral engagement. Khalilur reaffirmed the government’s “Bangladesh First” foreign policy and underscored the importance of strengthening people-to-people ties between the...
Six Saudi Oil Tankers Reroute Around Africa to Dodge Houthi Threat...
posted on: Aug 1, 2026
Half a dozen empty Saudi oil tankers have turned away in the Arabian Sea from the Red Sea chokepoint Bab el-Mandeb and headed south around Africa in the western direction, in highly unusual moves for tankers loading crude from the Middle East. All six tankers turned away from Bab el-Mandeb after the Houthi threats to Saudi shipping and actual attacks on tankers prompted Saudi Arabia to re-route its crude oil exports, again, to Egypt. The tankers are indicating destinations such as either Gibraltar or the South African ports of Durban or Algoa Bay, all of which are major refueling hubs, according to vessel-tracking data monitored by Bloomberg. The round-Africa trip would add at least two weeks to the journey of a supertanker compared to a trip through Bab el-Mandeb northward toward the Suez Canal. Separately, more than half a dozen empty supertankers were en route to Egypt’s Sidi Kerir port early this...
Maritime Expert Warns Against Underestimating the Houthis’ Resolve...
posted on: Aug 1, 2026
NOTE TO EDITORS: This handout photo may only be used for editorial reporting purposes for the contemporaneous illustration of events, things or the people in the image or facts mentioned in the caption. Reuse of the picture may require further permission from the copyright holder. By Lori Ann LaRocco – The unattributed drone attack on the Port of Damietta in Egypt is adding to fears that the war with Iran is spilling over into other parts of the Middle East. Maritime experts say the uncertainty over whether the attack was carried out by the Houthis, Iran, both working together, or an entirely different group is adding another layer of complexity to the region. “The uncertainty around this indicates that we are in a position where we could go from a one- to two- to three- to even more choke-point crisis very quickly,” said Ian Ralby, CEO of the maritime and resource...
APM Terminals unveils $550m Laldia terminal layout; construction starts in December...
posted on: Aug 1, 2026
APM Terminals has unveiled the proposed layout and operational blueprint for the Laldia Container Terminal in Chattogram, providing the first detailed glimpse of the $550 million project and reaffirming its plan to begin construction by the end of 2026. Once completed, the facility will become Bangladesh’s first fully foreign-invested container terminal. Designed to handle more than 8 lakh TEUs annually, it is expected to increase Chattogram Port’s container handling capacity by nearly 23%, easing congestion, improving efficiency and helping reduce the cost of doing business. Infograph: TBS Port users have welcomed the project’s progress, saying the planned investment and the release of the terminal’s design mark an important step towards strengthening Bangladesh’s maritime logistics infrastructure. The Netherlands-based terminal operator recently published the project’s design concept and technical specifications on its website, outlining how the terminal is expected to expand Bangladesh’s maritime capacity, accommodate larger vessels and modernise operations at...
Iran remains chief suspect as Damietta damage picture emerges...
posted on: Aug 1, 2026
Iran remains the principal suspect in this week’s drone strike on two gas carriers at Egypt’s Damietta port, as inspections continue and the LNG import facility assesses when full operations can resume. The US-owned floating storage and regasification unit Energos Winter took the direct hit while alongside on Wednesday. The impact started a fire that spread to the adjacent 155,000 cu m LNG carrier GasLog Salem, according to Egyptian officials and maritime security reporting. Emergency teams extinguished the fires, with no casualties reported. Both vessels were moved offshore, where surveyors are examining the damage. Neither Egyptian authorities nor the owners have released a detailed structural assessment or indicated when the ships might return to service. Initial reports placed the damage to Energos Winter on its starboard side. GasLog Salem was reportedly affected near its forward cargo-tank area, although it remains unclear whether the ship was struck separately or damaged by the spreading fire...
বিএসসির নতুন এমডি কমডোর ফজলার রহমান...
posted on: Jul 31, 2026
বাংলাদেশ শিপিং করপোরেশনের (বিএসসি) ব্যবস্থাপনা পরিচালক (এমডি) পদে বাংলাদেশ নৌবাহিনীর কমডোর ফজলার রহমানকে প্রেষণে নিয়োগ দিয়েছে সরকার। একই সঙ্গে, বর্তমান ব্যবস্থাপনা পরিচালক কমডোর মো. মাহমুদুল মালেককে প্রেষণ থেকে প্রত্যাহার করে নৌবাহিনীতে ফিরিয়ে তার চাকরি ন্যস্ত করা হয়েছে সশস্ত্র বাহিনী বিভাগে। জনস্বার্থে জারি করা এই আদেশ অবিলম্বে কার্যকর হবে বলে উল্লেখ করা হয় প্রজ্ঞাপনে। জনপ্রশাসন মন্ত্রণালয়ের প্রেষণ-১ শাখা থেকে জারি করা এক প্রজ্ঞাপনে আজ বুধবার এ তথ্য জানানো হয়। রাষ্ট্রপতির আদেশক্রমে প্রজ্ঞাপনে সই করেন উপসচিব মোহাম্মদ নূর-এ-আলম। প্রজ্ঞাপনে বলা হয়, বাংলাদেশ নৌবাহিনীর কমডোর ফজলার রহমানকে বাংলাদেশ শিপিং করপোরেশনের ব্যবস্থাপনা পরিচালক হিসেবে প্রেষণে নিয়োগ দেওয়া হয়েছে। ফিরিয়ে নেওয়া হয়েছে বিএসসির বর্তমান এমডি কমডোর মো. মাহমুদুল মালেককে। source :...
Middle East War Expands With Reported Drone Attack on U.S.-Owned FSRU in Egypt...
posted on: Jul 31, 2026
By Marwa Rashad, Mohamed Ezz, Yasmine Ghania and Nandita Bose LONDON/CAIRO,/WASHINGTON, July 29 (Reuters) – A drone hit a U.S.-owned gas storage tanker at Egypt’s Mediterranean port of Damietta, British maritime security firm Ambrey said in an initial assessment on Wednesday, and U.S. President Donald Trump vowed to retaliate against Iran for an overnight attack, as the Middle East conflictappeared to expand beyond its main fronts. A statement from Egypt’s petroleum ministry confirmed a fire at the port but made no mention of a drone attack. It was not immediately clear who was responsible.nextstay Playlist advancing in 5 seconds The drone hit floating storage tanker Energos Winter, causing a fire that then spread to another vessel, three trading sources familiar with the incident said. The fire was dealt with immediately with no casualties, the petroleum ministry said. The incident, which Trump said he had been briefed on, came amid...
India warns of increased danger for seafarers working in Black Sea region...
posted on: Jul 31, 2026
The Government of India has issued a security advisory for Indian nationals seeking employment on commercial vessels operating in or transiting the Black Sea region, warning of heightened risks due to the ongoing conflict and an increase in attacks on merchant ships. In an advisory issued on 26 July 2026, India’s Ministry of External Affairs said the security situation in and around the Black Sea and adjoining maritime areas remains “highly volatile”, with commercial vessels facing significant threats including missile and drone attacks. The advisory noted that incidents involving commercial vessels have increased, resulting in the loss of five Indian lives. For instance, in a recent development, two Indian nationals have gone missing after the merchant vessel MG AGN Ragnar was struck in the Black Sea on 25 July, the Indian Embassy in Kyiv said. The vessel was carrying four Indian nationals at the time of the incident. Two have...
Say no to loneliness: How seafarers can feel more connected onboard...
posted on: Jul 31, 2026
Loneliness Awareness Week, created and hosted by Marmalade Trust and taking place from June 15 to 21, 2026, serves as a reminder that loneliness is a normal human emotion, but one that should not be ignored. The campaign encourages open and honest conversations about loneliness and highlights the importance of creating supportive communities. For seafarers, this message is especially relevant. Life at sea can be rewarding, but it can also be isolating. Long periods away from family and friends, different watch schedules, limited privacy, cultural differences and the demanding nature of shipboard life can all make it harder to feel truly connected. Importantly, loneliness is not the same as being alone. A person can be surrounded by crewmates and still feel lonely if they do not feel understood, acknowledged or emotionally supported. This is why connection onboard is not only about spending time together, but also about creating an...
IMO condemns the resurgence of security incidents in the Red Sea...
posted on: Jul 31, 2026
Renewed Houthi attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea have drawn condemnation from the International Maritime Organization (IMO), as escalating security risks threaten a critical maritime corridor and raise concerns over further disruption to global trade routes. The attacks resumed on July 22, with four vessels reportedly hit or affected during the latest wave of incidents. In particular, according to Windward, ENCELIA (IMO 9240172) was struck by an unidentified projectile approximately 70 nautical miles southwest of Al Shuqaiq, Saudi Arabia on July 22. LAYLA (IMO 9336098) is claimed to have been hit by the Houthis, but unconfirmed, and tracking has been offline since July 15, last seen entering Saudi waters near the Yemen border. In addition, NCC MASA (IMO 9688336), a Saudi-owned oil products tanker of 183 meters carrying approximately 215,100 barrels of diesel according to Vortexa, was struck in the Red Sea on July 24, suffering minor hull...
India Flags Attack on LPG Tanker in Iran Waters, Says Crew Safe...
posted on: Jul 30, 2026
India’s embassy in Tehran said it is in close contact with authorities after a liquefied petroleum gas tanker, with 28 Indian crew members onboard, came under attack in Iranian territorial waters on Friday. The embassy confirmed that the Indian nationals are safe and that it continues to monitor the situation closely, according to a statement posted on X after the attack on the vessel DISHA. Separately, India’s external affairs ministry said a commercial vessel MV OMORFI was attacked while transiting the Black Sea, reportedly in Russian territorial waters. One Indian died in the attack, while two others are reported to be safe, the ministry said, condemning the strikes on commercial ships. The Indian mission in Russia has contacted relevant authorities. The developments highlight the growing risks faced by seafarers as global conflicts intensify including the war in the Middle East. Last month, vessels carrying Indian crew were struck by American forces in the Gulf of Oman, prompting local authorities...
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