Green Marine
Gard: Challenges with the Use of Exhaust Gas Scrubbers
In time, the related parties will gain experience and the frequency of scrubber-related incidents will decrease.
Readers’ Picks of the Week (October 14-18, 2019)
Here are the most read stories of the previous week.
IUMI: It’s Time to Tackle Containership Fire Issue
IUMI is calling for urgent improvement of firefighting systems onboard boxships.
Antwerp, Zeebrugge Ports Kick Off Merger Talks
Belgian Port of Antwerp and Port of Zeebrugge give the green light for starting merger negotiations.
Stranded Freighter Rhodanus Refloated in Strait of Bonifacio
The 1998-built ship grounded in a marine reserve after missing a turning point.
European Shipowners Urge Concrete Action on Gulf of Guinea Piracy
Reports of attacks in the region more than doubled in 2018.
Castor Maritime Buys Third Panamax Bulker
This is the company’s second vessel purchase since it listed on NASDAQ in February this year.
Erma First Acquires Maritime-Focused Tech Firm
Erma First has acquired a controlling interest in Metis Cyberspace Technology.
British Ports ‘Cautiously’ Welcome Brexit Deal
BPA has cautiously welcomed the news that a Brexit deal was agreed today between the UK and the EU.
Tanker Age Discrimination Detrimental for Environmental Goals, Stena Bulk Argues
Investment challenges were also cited.
Air Quality Still Top Environmental Priority for European Ports
Air quality continues to be the top environmental priority of the European ports this year as well.
MSC Joins CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd in Discarding Northern Sea Route
A surge in container shipping traffic in the Arctic could cause environmental damage, the company said.
SBM Offshore Obtains USD 1.14 Bn Bank Loan for Liza Unity FPSO
SBM Offshore completes the project financing of FPSO vessel Liza Unity for a total of USD 1.14 billion.
Dry Bulk Drives Port of Antwerp Freight Volume Growth
Breakbulk, impacted by sanctions, saw the greatest drop in volumes.