European Union bans Russian ships in latest sanctions
Brussels has also put a stop to doing business with four banks and €15.5bn in trade with Russia
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April 2022
Long-time Coast Guard inspector Fagan nominated as first female commandant
Fagan holds the Gold Ancient Trident award as the agency’s longest-serving marine safety officer
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Ship Recycling Market Favorable for More Scrappings
With tonnage supply lacking, compared to demand, ship owners looking to scrap their older vessels, should be able to take advantage of favorable market conditions. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Clarkson Platou Hellas said that “all markets re…
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Supporting implementation of air pollution and energy efficiency rules – MARPOL amendments enter into force
New requirements for fuel oil sampling and testing have entered into force under the MARPOL Convention Annex VI, supporting the implementation and enforcement of the IMO 2020 0.50% limit for sulphur in ships’ fuel oil. The amendments are intended…
Proposed Changes To The Ships Electrical System To Avoid Spread Of Fires While The E/R Hatch Cover Is Open
As most in the industry are aware, when a vessel is alongside heavy objects from the Engine Room (E/R) may be transported to shore through the E/R hatch by using the provision crane. For conventional Bulk Carriers and Tankers this E/R hatch is located …