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Sauer Compressors Offers High-Pressure Compressors Range

Sauer Compressors offers a full range of high-pressure compressors which are ideally suited for professional breathing air application even in continuous operation. In addition to breathing air systems for governmental customers and navies, Sauer also offers individual solutions for professional diving companies and offshore service providers. Based on the robust Sauer high-pressure compressors, Sauer also supplies complete breathing air solutions including breathing air filtration and filling...

Sauer Compressors Offers High-Pressure Compressors Range

Sauer Compressors offers a full range of high-pressure compressors which are ideally suited for professional breathing air application even in continuous operation. In addition to breathing air systems for governmental customers and navies, Sauer also offers individual solutions for professional diving companies and offshore service providers. Based on the robust Sauer high-pressure compressors, Sauer also supplies complete breathing air solutions including breathing air filtration and filling...

Evergreen Marine Corp. (Evergreen Line) launches GreenX, an integrated container logistics solution

In fulfilling its mission to provide the most optimised service to its customers, Evergreen Marine Corporation (Evergreen Line) has launched ‘GreenX’ platform. Responding to the need for greater efficiencies through digitalisation, GreenX allows customers to enjoy seamless booking capabilities, in addition to direct access to integrated trade services. GreenX digital platform GreenX has received nearly two thousands of sign-ups via this one-stop digital platform GreenX provides a...

A.P. Moller - Maersk links new $5.0bn revolving credit facility to its CO2 performance

A.P. Moller - Maersk secures a new sustainability-linked revolving credit facility of $5.0bn through a syndicate of 26 selected banks. This is the first bank refinancing arranged by Maersk after its transformation from a diversified conglomerate to a global container logistics company. The facility refinances the undrawn $5.1bn facilities maturing in 2021 and has a tenor of five years which may be extended by up to two years. It will be part of the company’s liquidity reserve. Financia...

A.P. Moller - Maersk links new $5.0bn revolving credit facility to its CO2 performance

A.P. Moller - Maersk secures a new sustainability-linked revolving credit facility of $5.0bn through a syndicate of 26 selected banks. This is the first bank refinancing arranged by Maersk after its transformation from a diversified conglomerate to a global container logistics company. The facility refinances the undrawn $5.1bn facilities maturing in 2021 and has a tenor of five years which may be extended by up to two years. It will be part of the company’s liquidity reserve. Financia...

ClassNK develops its Digital Grand Design 2030

In recent years, with the growing need for ESG investment and SDGs management, social transformation utilising digital technology is rapidly progressing. In the maritime industry, attempts are being made to create new value by collecting and utilising data on ship operations and cargo movements and sharing it among different players to promote further innovation. Advances in digital technology are also introducing unprecedented ways of ensuring safety, such as data condition monitoring and...

The Alliance announces details of 2020 Middle East Service network

The members of the Alliance, Hapag-Lloyd, Hyundai Merchant Marine, Ocean Network Express, and Yang Ming announced updated details of the 2020 Service Network, focusing on the Asia-Middle East trade lane. The Alliance will introduce three newly organised express loops from early April and these services will provide higher frequency, direct and expanded coverage, and the fastest connection from the respective regions. Asia and the Middle East AG1 Ningbo – Kaohsiung – Xiamen &ndas...

International defence and security experts to be present at the Middle East Naval Commanders Conference at DIMDEX 2020

In support of international military collaboration and exchange, the organising committee of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference 2020 (DIMDEX 2020) will host the Middle East Naval Commanders Conference (MENC), under the theme – ‘Resilience in the Maritime Domain - Confronting Asymmetric Threats’. The upcoming MENC edition will feature panel discussions that will once again address current multifarious naval security challenges. Under the auspices...

Allweiler AEB-DE pump series conserves space while dosing accurately

Allweiler launches the next-generation AEB-DE progressing cavity pump series of four pump sizes that share one installation footprint and are capable of bi-directional flow. Combining proven features from two dosing pump ranges with newly optimised rotor and stator geometrics, Allweiler customers benefit from the utmost in accurate dosing of high viscosity and particulate-filled fluids in one compact, versatile series. Standardising process made simpler In addition to simplifying pump selecti...

PIL to exit Transpacific market to focus on North-South trade

As part of Pacific International Lines’ (PIL) continuous effort to optimise its network efficiency, the company will be withdrawing its services from the Transpacific market. As a result of this service re-alignment, PIL’s last Transpacific sailing will be in March 2020. Strategic decision The Company has taken this decision as part of a wider strategic review of its business. Henceforth, PIL will focus on further strengthening its position in the North-South Trade such as Africa,...

SBM Offshore announces share repurchase

SBM Offshore is pleased to announce a EUR 150 million (c. US$165 million) share repurchase program, effective from February 13, 2020. The objective of the program is to reduce share capital and, in addition, to provide shares for regular management and employee share programs. Share repurchase program The Execution of the share repurchase program will be done under the terms of an engagement letter with a third party The repurchase program is expected to be completed within the year 2020, an...

CUL Shining Shipping of CULINES celebrates 5th anniversary of founding

CUL Shining Shipping Co., Ltd. was established on October 29, 2015, as a subsidiary held and operated by China United Lines Ltd. (CULines). CUL Shining Shipping is mainly engaged in the barge transportation of containers and bulk cargoes in the Yangtze River. It owns dozens of self-operated barges and is able to dispatch more than 300 barges. Branch lines for domestic trade CUL Shining Shipping owns a branch line network connecting Shanghai to the upper and middle reaches of the Yangtze...

Norwegian Shipowners Association follows the developments of COVID-19 virus spread and its implications for the shipping industry

The Norwegian Shipowners Association follows the development of the Corona virus (COVID-19) closely and has a good dialogue with its members, and other actors about the situation. A large number of people in China and elsewhere in the world have been infected, and more than 600 deaths have been reported. COVID-19 implications for shipping industry Norwegian shipping companies operate all over the world and are thus, directly affected by the development Norwegian shipping companies operate all...

ClassNK releases the latest version of design support software PrimeShip-HULL (HCSR) software

ClassNK has just released the latest version of its design support software PrimeShip-HULL (HCSR) Ver.7.0.0, developed in response to the IACS Common Structural Rules for Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers (CSR BC & OT). The new version incorporates the latest rule amendments to CSR BC & OT including amendments based on feedback from the industry.In addition to the incorporation of the latest rule amendments, various functions were also added or improved in the PrimeShip-HULL (HCSR) presc...

Ocean Network Express, COSCO, OOCL and Yang Ming to launch new East Mediterranean – America Service (EMA)

Ocean Network Express, COSCO Shipping Lines, OOCL and Yang Ming are to launch a new weekly Transatlantic service, East Mediterranean – America Service (code: EMA) to deliver a more efficient and comprehensive service network. The first commencing voyage is on April 2020 (subject to FMC filing). The EMA service, jointly operated by the four lines, will consist of six Panamax vessels. The port rotation for the weekly service is Mersin – Haifa – Alexandria – Istanbul &ndash...

Unifeeder announces the addition of London Gateway as Hub Port to their UK East Coast port network

Unifeeder is happy to announce that it is adding London Gateway as Hub Port to their UK East Coast port network. They will have a weekly service from Grangemouth and Teesport to/from London Gateway and further connections from this point to Antwerp and Dunkerque. The new service is an addition to Unifeeder’s existing port network, now connecting the UK East Coast (Grangemouth, South Shields, Teesport and Immingham) and the hub ports of Felistowe, London Gateway, Rotterdam, Antwerp, Dunker...

DIMDEX’s organising committee holds official diplomat briefing session on hosting the 7th edition of DIMDEX

The Organising Committee of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX) held a successful diplomat briefing session focused on the preparation of the upcoming event at Sharq Village and Spa yesterday, which was attended by high-level diplomats. DIMDEX 2020 A fixture on the global maritime defence and security calendar, DIMDEX 2020 expects an unprecedented turnout of exhibitors and attendees from up to 80 countries. Attendees of the delegate briefing session rece...

Inmarsat highlights how connectivity is driving developments in digital technologies and remote access for superyachts and ocean racing yachts

Inmarsat, the renowned company in global, mobile satellite communications, has launched a new video to demonstrate the potential of high-speed, always-on satellite connectivity, to revolutionise the use of digital technologies and remote access solutions onboard superyachts and ocean racing yachts. Remote connectivity solutions onboard yachts Yachts equipped with global, reliable satellite connectivity have access to a variety of cutting-edge applications Offering unique insight into the late...

Allweiler to introduce new dosing pump and a practical maintenance solution at Pumps & Valves 2020

Allweiler, a business unit of CIRCOR, will exhibit at the Pumps & Valves trade fair in Dortmund, Germany February 12th and 13th 2020 (Hall 6, Booth R19-6). Highlights of their exhibit will be the new AEB-DE dosing pump with an extremely flexible and space-saving design as well as OptiFix™, a next-generation progressing cavity pump, designed to reduce service costs. Allweiler's team of experts will demonstrate its functionality by guiding visitors through five easy steps to dismantle t...

DIMDEX announces that Mwani Qatar is the silver sponsor for their upcoming seventh edition

Bolstering their joint commitment to the development of a secure national maritime infrastructure, the organizing committee of Doha International Maritime Defense Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX) has announced Qatar Ports Management Company (Mwani Qatar) as a ‘Silver Sponsor’ for its seventh edition, which will return to the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) in less than 100 days. DIMDEX 2020 will be held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the...

FESCO vessel departs to Antarctica to deliver supplies to research stations in India and Belgium

FESCO diesel motor vessel - Vasiliy Golovnin departed from the port of Cape Town (RSA) to Antarctica on December 24, 2019, delivering cargo to two Indian and Belgium scientific research stations. The voyage will last until April 2020. Vasiliy Golovnin vessel loaded with various goods In Cape Town, the Vasiliy Golovnin vessel was loaded with 1382 tons of various goods, including equipment, fuel and food. The vessel will also transport 35 Indian members of the expedition to the stations - Bhar...

ONE unveils new South Korea to North Vietnam Service

Ocean Network Express (ONE) announces details of the new Korea Haiphong Express (KHX) service. Connecting North Vietnam, South Korea, and South China, the new KHX service offers improved service coverage and comprehensive port connections for ONE’s valued customers. The KHX service, which will be the first within ONE’s network to call Incheon, will provide shippers direct and fast coverage from North Vietnam to South Korea and South China to Incheon. The KHX service coverage, an ad...

New Branch, New Service: CULines welcomes “Double Happiness at the Door”

On the afternoon of December 18, 2019, the opening ceremony of CU LINES Vietnam Co., Ltd. and the launch event of the new China-Vietnam service – CVX took place in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Over 120 guests were present to witness and celebrate this special moment, including representatives from the Consulate General of China in Ho Chi Minh City, partner representatives from local ports, cargo owners, traders, Chinese enterprises, shipping and freight operators in Ho Chi Minh and Haiphong...

MetOcean Telematics opens new office in Ottawa

MetOcean Telematics is pleased to announce that it has officially opened a new office in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. MetOcean Telematics shows continued growth with the opening of a new office that houses a dedicated team of sales and product development professionals. Sales and product location This new regional office is positioned to further support the growing customer base This new regional office is positioned to further support the growing customer base, which seeks to further increa...

ONE initiates Global Marine Safety to reiterate marine navigation safety practices

Ocean Network Express (ONE) initiated a Global Marine Safety and Quality Campaign during the months of September and October 2019, to reiterate marine navigation safety practices. A month prior to the campaign, ONE’s CEO - Jeremy Nixon, chaired a ‘Marine Safety and Quality Management Conference’ for management at ONE’s global headquarters, where critical aspects of safety and quality status for ONE’s operated vessels were discussed, and priorities determined for ON...

Maritime experts come together to discuss innovations in the marine industry at the Asia Pacific Maritime (APM) 2020 exhibition and conference

Vietnam’s sea transport sector continues to achieve steady growth, with goods transported by the country’s fleet reaching more than 81 million tons in the first half of 2019, a year-on-year increase of 16 per cent. Statistics from Vietnam Maritime Administration also indicated that in the same period, Vietnam’s ports handled 308.8 million tons of goods, up 13 per cent year-on-year. Changing tides in the global economy could further fuel this growth. Striving to become a mariti...

Maritime leaders address tomorrow’s solutions for the vessel industry

The digital evolution is shaping the maritime future in multiple aspects – both onshore and offshore – and shipping organisations are facing pressure to operate more efficiently and profitably while catering to the increasingly sophisticated customer demands. As with any change, digitalisation was initially met with scepticism. But this has given way to building digital momentum, given the many strategic business benefits to be reaped – from operational efficiency improvements...

Satcom Direct recognised as most innovative company at AsBAA Icons of Aviation Awards

Satcom Direct’s (SD) reputation as a pioneer in providing game changing business aviation solutions was confirmed by the Asian business aviation community during this year’s Icons of Aviation Awards 2019, held on Saturday, November 2, 2019. Up against an elite business aviation line-up, SD was named Most Innovative Company of the year at the prestigious, black-tie charity gala event, held in Hong Kong. Hosted by the Asian Business Aviation Association, AsBAA, the awards recognise ex...

Satcom Direct introduces advanced flight management solutions

Business aviation solutions provider - Satcom Direct (SD) is highlighting the benefits of its open architecture technology, as it introduces an impressive set of new strategic alliances with third-party systems at NBAA-BACE 2019 – Booth C10217. The seamless integration of digital pre-flight trip-planning, into the intelligent data management platform, SD Pro® conveniently centralises flight operations. Flight departments subscribed to SD Scheduler will have the ability to integrate se...

Sustainable shipping, vision of Wan Hai Lines

Shortly (2022), there will be 20 new vessels joining the fleet, and Wan Hai Line's carbon emissions are expected to be 34.5% lower compared to 2008. Meanwhile, to reach IMO’s target, Wan Hai Line plan to replace 22 vessels with new ones from 2023 to 2030 and these new vessels will be equipped with innovative engine technologies. In the other words, its vision for 2030 is a reduction of 41.5% carbon emission (which is in advance of IMO’s standard) compared to 2008. Let’s go gr...

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