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Set to be bigger and more diverse than ever before, the seventh edition of the Doha International Maritime Defense Exhibition & Conference (DIMDEX 2020) will take place from 16 to 18 March 2020. With less than one year to go until key decision-makers from the maritime defense and security industry meet in Qatar once again, DIMDEX organisers say that demand for exhibition space is high and have already received requests for bookings for the upcoming edition. Delegation management system He...

GreenSteam, the global supplier of vessel-based machine learning solutions, and Unifeeder, the largest, Pan-European feeder and short-sea operator, are expanding their partnership to pave the way for sustainable shipping. The Climate is a hot topic, which is why we need to find new sustainable ways to create energy. GHG emissions caused by vessels have long been a major challenge facing the modern shipping industry. Shipping strategy to focus on reducing annual GHG emissions Vessels are still...

Intellian’s forward-thinking, industry-pioneering antenna systems made a strong and successful showing at CommunicAsia 2019, Asia's key international Information and Communication Technology (ICT) trade event. The exhibition, which was held at Marine Bay Sands, Singapore in June, provided the ideal stage for Intellian to demonstrate pioneering products including the future-proofed v85NX, the world's first 85cm Ku-Ka convertible VSAT antenna. The best-performing antenna in the 80cm class,...

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) said Monday it will begin installing trackers on big commercial fishing vessels by year-end for real-time monitoring of fishing activities in Philippine waters. BFAR Assistant Director for Administrative Services, Sammy Malvas said Monday each of the 5,000 big commercial fishing boats will have a monitoring device called transponders, which would also act as wireless communication devices. Vessels’ real-time location Unlike the existi...

Ocean Network Express (ONE) announces details of a new service with direct coverage between Africa, India and the Middle East (AIM). The new product will broaden ONE’s already expansive global coverage by offering direct port calls between West Africa, South Africa and key locations in West Asia. Expansive global coverage The AIM Service, launched through a joint cooperation with Hapag-Lloyd, will commence from October 2019 with 9 ships of nominal 2,800 TEU. The new service will offer...

Pacific International Lines Pvt. Ltd is pleased to announce the launch of 2 new India services – China India Service (CIS) and China Pakistan Service (CPS), with effect from August 2019. These new services will provide enhanced direct service between Central/Southern China and India, Pakistan & Sri Lanka, calling Nhava Sheva, Mundra, Karachi (SAPT & Port Qasim), and Colombo. Rotation of CIS SHANGHAI – NINGBO –SHEKOU – NANSHA – SINGAPORE – PORT KLANG...

While Intellian were expecting a lot of interest at Nor-Shipping 2019 exhibition in Norway, they couldn’t have predicted how busy the Intellian stand actually was! Staff were kept occupied all day every day, with customers and industry professionals very eager to find out the latest developments they have introduced. Intellian at Nor-Shipping 2019 This was reflected by fantastic attendance to their lunchtime product seminar, where customers were able to get a deeper insight on the NX pl...

Within ten years, the Becker Mewis Duct has become a globally successful product. Demand for the energy-saving device is rising again, as the new IMO environmental guidelines come into force next year. Accordingly, there will be great interest at the Nor-Shipping 2019 trade fair, which is taking place in Oslo, Norway, from 4th June to 7th June 2019. Becker Marine Systems will also be presenting other maneuvering systems and energy-saving solutions for ships. Becker Mewis Duct reduces CO2 emiss...

Intellian, the global pioneer of mobile satellite communication antenna systems, is unveiling the all new 1m Global Xpress terminal, GX100NX, at the Intellian Asia-Pacific Partner Event held in Seoul, Korea.  Intellian’s all new 1m Global Xpress terminal has been designed primarily for Inmarsat’s high-speed maritime satellite service, Fleet Xpress, and offers high-speed data rates and global operation with its highly efficient RF design. The antenna is future-proof, supporting...

In order to anticipate violations or dangerous incidents in the shipping and logistics industry in the country, especially those related to the contents of cargo/containers. The Directorate of Marine and Coastal Guard Units (Dit. KPLP) - the Indonesian Ministry of Transportation in collaboration with the Australia Maritime Safety Authority (AMSAT International - Australia) held the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code training, from March 25 to March 29, 2019 in Surabaya. Represe...

HMM announced on January 31 that it will develop the cloud-based next-generation IT system under the tentative name “New-GAUS 2020” in 2020. “New-GAUS 2020” is the shipping and logistics system to be independently developed by HMM and is a project that increases efficiency and convenience by rebuilding the existing "GAUS" (Global Advanced &Unified System) as a cloud-based IT system. To this end, HMM will sign the main contract with Oracle and start developing it in e...

Allweiler, a CIRCOR Business Unit, is looking forward to the 2019 Hanover Fair. The Allweiler booth (Hall 15, Booth G43) will focus on the redesigned OptiFix™ progressing cavity pump, a next-gen maintenance solution designed to save money. Allweiler's team of experts will demonstrate its functionality by guiding visitors through the five easy steps to dismantle the pump. The IN-1000 Condition and Operation Monitoring System will also be on display to show visitors how they can improve saf...

The Aphrodite Leader, a Pure Car & Truck Carrier (PCTC) is the first vessel under Wallem Ship Management (Wallen Group) to come under the Japanese Flag. The Aphrodite Leader PCTC vessel completed the various inspections, audits and surveys, in accordance with the Japanese Flag requirements. The vessel then officially changed over to the Japanese Flag, upon receipt of the statutory certificates from the Japanese Government and Class NK. Managing Japanese Flag vessels This marks a positive...

SRT Marine Systems plc, the provider of maritime tracking, management and surveillance technologies, products and integrated system solutions for ports, waterways, fisheries and coast guards, announces that it will build and launch its own maritime monitoring satellite constellation, called OCEAN-SCAN, which will provide enhanced global vessel detection and tracking, and a new recurring revenue source from maritime domain awareness (MDA) system project customers. The OCEAN-SCAN system The OCEA...

Marlan Maritime Technologies Ltd (Marlan) is excited to be exhibiting at the Marine & Coastal Civil Engineering Expo 2018 (M&CCE Expo 2018), which is taking place at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) Birmingham, in Birmingham, United Kingdom (UK) from September 11 to September 12, 2018. Coastal and near-shore survey and monitoring Marlan will be showcasing Synoptic and talking about the capabilities of their monitoring systems The company executives present at the event are hoping...

SRT Marine Systems plc (“SRT”) is pleased to announce that the terms of the existing agreement between exactEarth Ltd. (“eE”) and SRT have been revised and a new non-exclusive agreement was entered into on 11 August 2016. Under the new agreement, SRT and eE will continue to have mutually exclusive use and rights to ABSEA (a technology comprising SRT and eE owned intellectual property that assists the eE satellite AIS network to detect transmissions from AIS Class B trans...

SRT, the global provider of maritime tracking technologies, products and turn-key system solutions, is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a contract to supply the Panama Canal with its GeoVS maritime display and data management VTS system. The Panama Canal is undergoing a large investment programme, which has seen its capacity significantly increased. An important part of the programme is the implementation of technologies, which provide the Panama Canal operators with enhanced situat...

SRT Marine Systems is pleased announce the availability of its new range of next generation AIS transceiver OEM product solutions. The range covers all AIS product segments from Class A to Class B and SART, including both standard (2W-CSTDMA) and high powered (5W-SOTDMA) AIS Class B and as standard all are certified waterproof and manufactured to the highest standards using the finest materials for long term reliability. Next-gen AIS transceiver OEM products SRT’s unique HF-AIS core tec...

HMM announces that it is adopting a cloud-based next-generation system. Cloud system is an information technology that is actively embraced in various industries, but concerns persisted as to various risks such as data security and leakage. However, as to the enhanced level of security, stability and cost-saving effects of cloud systems compared to the on-premise systems – where the user owns and voluntarily manages the server, data center, and resources – cloud adoption has been gr...

HMM announces that it launches a new Asia-North Europe Express (AEX) service in April. HMM opens a new Asia-North Europe loop in accordance with the increased demand for Express Service. AEX is an independent service operated by HMM outside of the strategic cooperation with 2M. In the meantime, HMM has utilised 2M’s vessel space in Europe trade. Last year, HMM’s handling volume dramatically increased to 4.03 million TEU, up more than 30% y.o.y mainly in Asia, US and Europe trades....

HMM has announced that its handling volume of US Premium Service has reached over 10,000 TEU, as of the end of January 2018. Since May 2017, HMM has provided US Premium Service in PS1, PS2, and PN2 routes, connecting Asia’s main ports with the US west coast, including Los Angeles and Tacoma. US Premium service With the Asia-US West Coast Premium service, customers can secure reliable cargo loading space, even in the peak season and have priority to discharge their cargoes, at the destina...

SRT VTS utilises Dynamic 3D to automatically display all elements of the maritime environment in real-time and fully in 3 dimensions. The system uses standard chart, AIS and other sensor data, leading to faster and vastly improved comprehension of maritime situations. This has led to its use by many maritime organisations – and in some highly emotive legal cases – resulting in significantly improved understanding of incidents and disasters and generally leading to more efficient and...

HMM has inked a long-term crude oil shipping contract, worth KRW 190 billion, with GS Caltex. Under the shipping deal, which was signed on February 1, 2018, HMM will transport a total of 19 million tons of crude oil, from the Middle East to South Korea, over a period of 5 years, starting from July 1, 2019 to August 31, 2024. HMM - GS Caltex partnership HMM plans to deploy two 300,000 DWT Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCC), previously ordered in September 2017 Accordingly, HMM plans to deploy tw...

HMM announces that it started its first ‘ultra-freezer’ service from Busan, Korea to Barcelona, Spain, based on its rich experience in the high-tech reefer container service. Ultra-freezer service refers to the transportation of goods in -60ºC, which are above the limit of regular reefer containers (-35ºC to -40ºC). High technology and skilled personnel are also needed in the ultra-freezer service, as ultra-freezer containers need to maintain a very low temperature du...

SRT, the global provider of maritime tracking and monitoring technologies and turn-key system solutions, has won the main International Company of the Year award (up to 50M turnover) at Insider’s South West International Trade Awards 2016. The company stood out on a night that recognised the very best in South West overseas business success. The judges said ‘this £10M turnover business has cracked open opportunities in Asia and we’re wowed by its new contract’. Gra...