As we are aware that world economy is suffering a lot because of the outbreak of the corona virus, shipping sector is also impacted by it a lot. Oil prices have down drastically affecting the tanker market and container shipments have also reduced leading to blank sailings. The ship building industry too has been affected […]
As per the recent news coming from the corona spread, it is believed that around 26 ships of united states navy have positive corona cases or are infected with corona. This is sad news. United States is among the largest hit country by the corona virus. All over the world, weather merchant ships or navy […]
In a recent news coming from the shipping world, HMM recently got delivery of their container ship, which is also biggest in the world. Details of the ship are: NAME: HMM ALGECIRAS CAPACITY: 23964 CONTAINERS YARD: Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME) The ceremony of the naming was itself attended by the south Korean president […]
The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) extends the validity of statutory certificates previously issued by the agency and its Recognized Organizations (ROs) for Philippine registered ships engaged in the international trade until 31 May 2020, as a contingency measure to ensure that the flow of commerce remains undisrupted during the COVID-19 outbreak. “This is in support […]
A recent news is coming that a container ship grounded in Houston, United States of America, while coming for berthing. Investigation undergoing. Container Ship Grounded in Houston, USA CMA CGM Container Ship CMA CGM DALILA ran aground while approaching the container terminal of Houston, USA. It is believed that incident took place around 14.45 UTC […]
As corona virus spreads all across the world, it has not spared the shipping industry as well. News coming that the captain of an Italian tanker vessel FT QUARTO was found to be ill and later was tested positive for the Corona virus. Later chief officer also complained of some symptoms related to flue and […]
Merchant Navy Official Website has been discussed here in this article. Those who want to pursue career in merchant navy, this website gives them comprehensive information about the courses which are available. Also, candidates will be able to know the eligibility requirement for the same courses. Official websites offer candidates the required correct information. Merchant […]
Captain of container carrier was found to be missing from his cabin by the crew before there arrival on Port Klang. The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) started search operation after the vessel staff sent a distress call. The name of the ship is MV HARBOUR NEPTUNE. Later on 19th evening MMEA was able to […]