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Singapore Navy Rescues Five Crew from Capsized Trawler

Sep 23, 2015

A patrol vessel of the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) has rescued five crew members from a Malaysian-registered fishing trawler that had capsized in Singapore waters, said the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA). The trawler…

Navy Doctor Celebrates His 60th Birthday at Sea

Sep 23, 2015

Royal Netherlands Navy informed that on Wednesday, September 16,  HNLMS Groningen’s doctor, Commander Ariaan Van Walsum, celebrated his 60th birthday at sea off the coast of Somalia. HNLMS Groningen is currently deployed with the European…

Navigation Accidents and Causes

Sep 22, 2015

The Nautical Institute’s latest book looks at major casualties and the lessons that can be learned, setting out good practice to avoid them in future. The book, launched yesterday (Monday), examines nearly 30 casualties and the problems of fatigue…

AUSINDEX15 a Success

Sep 21, 2015

The inaugural bilateral maritime exercise between India and Australia, AUSINDEX15, has concluded in Visakhapatnam, India. The activity brought together ships and aircraft from both countries to strengthen defence co-operation under the…

USCG Talks Tough - Ship Detentions

Sep 19, 2015

In their recent published Annual Report 2014 Top US Coast Guard official says there will be no let-up in the battle to end ship-sourced waste-oil pollution and ISM Code deficiencies, with even tougher inspection procedures on the way. The…

Maritime Security Threats ‘Far from Eradicated’ -MAST

Sep 18, 2015

The need to regulate and police the maritime domain to tackle global threats is as pressing as ever, according to Phil Cable, CEO and cofounder of maritime security company MAST.  “The global threats faced by the maritime environment, whether it be terrorist…

NYK Joins Maritime Anti-Corruption Network

Sep 18, 2015

NYK has become a member of the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN), a global business network that works toward realizing fair trade in the entire shipping industry. The network has a vision of a maritime industry free of corruption…

Wah Kwong Acquires DNV GL's ShipManager

Sep 18, 2015

Wah Kwong Ship Management (HK) Limited will adopt DNV GL’s ShipManager integrated fleet management software suite to further improve operational efficiency, data transparency and safety reporting.Wah Kwong is a leading provider of maritime transport in the bulk carrier…

Cyber Safety Tops the List for Shipping

Sep 17, 2015

ABS Chairman, President and CEO Christopher J Wiernicki has set out his priorities as incoming IACS chairman, emphasizing the unique role the organization plays in promoting global safety and security. The IACS strategic plan has been designed…

China Offers Cheaper Submarines to Egypt

Sep 16, 2015

China is offering to build submarines for Egypt that are cheaper than vessels on offer from Germany, sources told Reuters, as Beijing looks to enhance weapons exports over a normal patron bottom in Asia. According to sources, Beijing has…

Nato Begins DYMA 15 Submarine Warfare Exercise

Sep 16, 2015

NATO’s Submarine Warfare Exercise DYNAMIC MANTA 2015 (DYMA 15) began friday off the Sicilian coast, with ships, submarines, and aircraft and personnel from 9 Allied nations converging on the Central Mediterranean Sea for anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and anti-surface warfare training…

Oman Navy Receives New Patrol Vessel

Sep 16, 2015

Singapore Technologies Marine Ltd (ST Marine) delivered the second Patrol Vessel RNOV Shinas to the Royal Navy of Oman (RNO). The Company also held the Naming Ceremony for the third PV RNOV Sadh built for the Navy. The Guest-of-Honour was the Commander of the Royal Navy of Oman…

New IACS Chairman Pinpoints Top Priorities

Sep 15, 2015

ABS CEO Pledges to Support Three Areas Crucial to Industry as it Tackles Current Challenges With an Eye to the FutureABS Chairman, President and CEO Christopher J Wiernicki has set out his priorities as incoming IACS chairman, emphasizing…

SHIPPINGInsight to Focus on Ship Telematics

Sep 15, 2015

The directors of SHIPPINGInsight today announced that U.S. Merchant Marine Academy professor Capt. David Moskoff has agreed to be a special guest speaker at the 2015 Fleet Optimization Conference & Exhibition. The annual event takes place Oct…

India, Australia Begin First Joint Maritime Exercises

Sep 15, 2015

India and Australia have commenced the first bilateral maritime exercise, Ausindex15, in Visakhapatnam, India, strengthening defence cooperation between the countries. Building on the personal relationship of Prime Minister Modi and Prime Minister Abbott…

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