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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 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 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 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...
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, which was attended by high-level diplomats. 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. Event host and attendees Attendees of the delegate briefing sessi...
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, which was attended by high-level diplomats. 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. Event host and attendees Attendees of the delegate briefing sessi...
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, 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...
Bolstering their joint commitment to the development of a secure national maritime infrastructure, the organising committee of Doha International Maritime Defence 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...
Bolstering their joint commitment to the development of a secure national maritime infrastructure, the organising committee of Doha International Maritime Defence 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...
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...
Classification Society ClassNK has released its “Guidelines for Automated/Autonomous Operation of ships ~Design development, Installation and Operation of Automated Operation Systems/Remote Operation Systems~”. In the field of ships, research and development of technology related to maritime autonomous surface ships (MASS) have been actively carried out to improve safety by preventing human error and improving working conditions by reducing the workload on crew members, and demo...
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...
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 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...
PIL announces the following enhancements to the existing Redsea Gulf Service (RGS) and Intra-Redsea Feeder 5 (IR5). These upgrades are made following the suspension of the Intra-Redsea Feeder (IRF) route with effect from December 2019. Redsea Gulf Service For RGS, a weekly Berbera call will be inserted with effect from Kota Karim 0164W/E ETA Mundra 07 December. The rotation of the new RGS is as follows: Mundra – Karachi – Jebel Ali – Djibouti – Jeddah – Berber...
Marintec China 2019, organised by Informa Markets and the Shanghai Society of Naval Architects & Marine Engineers (SSNAME), the most influential and Asia largest maritime exhibition will be held from 3 to 6 December in Shanghai. 2019 marks a milestone for the 40th anniversary of Marintec China as well as the reform of the China shipbuilding industry over the past 40 years. Promoting Chinese and global maritime industry For 40 years, Marintec China progresses hand in hand with China's ship...
FESCO Moneron is a new container ship of ice class that has recently joined the fleet of FESCO Transportation Group (FESCO). On 21 November 2019, the national flag of the Russian Federation was raised on the ship. Container ship with a capacity of 822 TEU will be operated on FESCO Magadan cabotage service (FML), which already includes the FESCO Magadan sister ship, purchased in 2018, and FESCO Posyet universal bulk carrier. FESCO Moneron container ship is planned to be put on the...
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...
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...
RCL is pleased to announce that it will add Dongguan in Guangdong province to its existing RSK rotation. The maiden call at Dongguan (Dongguan Container Terminals 7,8) will commence with the “Ratha Bhum ” from the 16 Nov 19 onwards. With this change, the new proforma for the RSK will be: Faster connectivity According to an RCL spokesperson “Dongguan will be the first direct call between Guangdong province and Cambodia. Our customers in the Pearl River Delta area have encou...
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...
President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan accompanied the Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis to visit the project of COSCO Shipping Piraeus Port. The leaders and couples of the two countries listened to the introduction of the port operation and development plan, and then came to the roof platform to overlook the entire port. A busy, orderly, and thriving scene on the dock. The 20000TEU "COSCO Shipping Leo”, 14000TEU "COSCO Shipping Belgium” and other large container ships are...
FESCO Transportation Group (FESCO) has signed an agreement on the development of cooperation with Qingdao Port International Co. and Chongqing Longqilin Supply Chain Management Co. at the China International Import Expo in Shanghai. By the agreement between FESCO and Qingdao Port International Co., the parties will explore possibilities of launching new services working through the port of Qingdao, and FESCO providing empty containers in Qingdao port on a priority basis. Logistics services for...
Wrist Ship Supply is pleased to announce that Mr. Jaco Hooij will take on the position as Managing Director of Wrist-Klevenberg in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Solid experience in logistics Jaco comes with a solid experience in logistics and is looking forward to taking on new challenges in the Wrist Group. Before joining the Wrist Group, Jaco was CEO of Kloosterboer, a leading business in temperature-controlled logistics and prior to that, he was Director of the Dutch based logistics company,...
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...
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...
Wan Hai Lines is pleased to announce the launch of the Korea- China- Indonesia- Vietnam “CKI” service on October 31st, 2019. This new service will help to expand the Wan Hai Lines network by providing a new direct service between South Korea, East China, and South East Asia region. Service coverage CKI service will be jointly operated with KMTC by using 4 vessels of 2,500 TEU nominal size CKI service will be jointly operated with KOREA MARINE TRANSPORT CO., LTD. (KMTC) by using 4...
The 11th Edition of INMEX SMM organised by Informa markets India kick-started at Bombay exhibition center with over 260 exhibitors participating in the three-day exhibition. The scaled-up 2019 edition of the INMEX SMM India Expo brings buyers and manufacturers from across the globe to conduct business and be a coveted conglomeration of global industry leaders, key decision-makers, government agencies and key trade associations, to network, explore new business opportunities and unveil services...
Ocean Network Express (‘ONE’) is pleased to announce the establishment of ‘Advanced Ocean Container Transportation Engineering Lab’ (AOCTEL), a stowage planning hub located in Kumamoto, Japan. AOCTEL is established to succeed the role and responsibility of Kumamoto Stowage Planning Office. The office was founded by Kozo Keikaku Engineering Inc (‘KKE’) for Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha five years ago, and ONE succeeded the service agreement with KKE when liner...