Austal USA, the aluminum-hull defense shipbuilder known for the Independence-class Littoral Combat Ship, will be installing autonomous capabilities on the latest unit in its series of expeditionary fast transports (EPFs) for the U.S. Navy. The company has won a $44 million contract modification for the design, procurement, installation and demonstration of an autonomous system aboard […]
As India works to overcome a recent devastating second wave of COVID-19 the government working with private organizations is working to accelerate vaccination efforts for seafarers and other critical segments of the population. Recognizing India’s important role in providing crew to all segments of the maritime industry the goal is to provide vaccinations before seafarers’ […]
As the shipping industry looks for available solutions to meet the pending emissions regulations, a novel propulsion arrangement using available machinery and LNG fuel may present a near-term alternative. According to the work conducted by Wartsila’s technology group and the classification society RINA the concepts could be incorporated into current new builds to achieve significant […]
Fears are continuing to grow over the potential repercussions to global trade and the shipping industry as China struggles to control a new wave of COVID-19 cases in clusters in the southern port region. Two weeks into the outbreak, experts are now saying the scope of the disruption exceeds that from the Suez Canal blockage […]
De Nora, a leading maker of electrochlorination-based ballast water management systems (BWMS), has acquired UV-based BWMS manufacturer Hyde Marine. The deal came as part of De Nora’s purchase of the UV technology division of Calgon Carbon Corporation. The acquisition covers the products, brands and assets of Hyde, along with Calgon’s UV-based products for the municipal […]
If the massive efforts by developed countries to steer the shipping sector towards a zero-carbon future are not matched by developing economies, the anticipated reduction in greenhouse gas emissions will be hard to attain. The emerging and developing economies (EMDEs) in the coming years will represent the bulk of growth in global emissions as they […]
A portion of President Joe Biden’s infrastructure and jobs agenda calls for significant investments in America’s ports. Leaders in the port industry renewed their calls for support from Congress as the negotiations over the infrastructure legislation are proceeding saying these investments are vital to strengthen and modernize America’s maritime infrastructure. The American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA), […]
With the legal case challenging the Centers for Disease Control’s restrictions on cruises sailing from U.S. ports due to go in front of a federal judge, Texas further complicated the situation by joining Florida in banning businesses from requiring proof of COVID-19 vaccinations. The action goes against the CDC, which provided loser restrictions for cruise […]
Some bulk cargoes can cause cargo liquefaction if the moisture content exceeds a certain level. Cargo liquefaction occurs when dry bulk cargoes with high moisture content start to behave like liquids when the ship is moving. Such cargoes shift rapidly in the holds of a ship, resulting in free surface effect, making the ship unstable […]
South Korean shipbuilder Samsung Heavy Industries will undertake a joint research and development project with the Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI), for the first modern exploration of nuclear-powered ships. Under the strategic cooperative agreement, they plan to explore the opportunities to use nuclear power as a solution for carbon-neutral shipping. There was great interest […]
In May, 405,000 passengers passed through Brussels Airport, a decrease of 82% compared to May 2019. The Airport notes that although this is a very poor number, it is already a significant improvement compared to last month (April 2021: 250,065 passengers). This increase was possible due to the lift of the ban on non-essential travel […]
Teleport has announced it is operating its very first freighter, a dedicated 737-800F. The logistics company will also convert two AirAsia A320 passenger aircrafts, with seats removed for increased capacity. The freighter will begin operations across Asia beginning Q3 2021 and will operate out of the Teleport hub in Bangkok. The additional capacity will strengthen […]
