General News

Investigations into the 2019 loss of 345 containers from MSC Zoe have indicated that the vessels high stability was a contributing factor, and other vessels may face similar risks

A Swedish project is set to become the first in the world to create a common infrastructure for the transportation of liquid carbon dioxide extracted via carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology.

The IMO has issued draft requirements intended to improve mooring safety by the introduction of additional measures around selection, arrangement, inspection and maintenance and replacement of mooring equipment including lines.

The International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) Council has held its 81th session by video conference, discussing a range of technical initiatives and electing Koichi Fujiwara of ClassNK as its new chair.

Kongsberg Maritime is beginning to offer basic Dynamic Positioning Operator (DPO) courses remotely, with the practical element of the training also delivered remotely. This innovative solution forms part of Kongsberg Maritime’s plan…

The International Chamber of Shipping has published a first Engine Room Procedures Guide modelled on its globally recognised Bridge Procedures Guide

BAE Systems’ Pacific 24 (P24) rigid inflatable boat could significantly enhance the UK Royal Navy’s ability to protect its sailors as the upgraded sea boat is able to execute its own missions…

Wärtsilä has been contracted to provide support to Dubai-based E-Marine, which is currently upgrading its fleet of cable layer vessels to achieve greater efficiencies.

Kongsberg Maritime (KM) has won a milestone order which will see the company making its first delivery of large-size waterjets to Incat, the Tasmania-based designers and builders of high-speed, environmentally-efficient catamaran ferries.

ABS has granted Approval in Principle to a neo-panamax bulk carrier design from the StandShip Joint Development Partnership (JDP).