A clear uptick in casualties in 2024, driven by machinery damage/failure and an ageing fleet, stands out in the latest analysis of Lloyd’s List Intelligence casualty data. The number of maritime casualties rose by 15% in 2024. Coupled with a 7% rise in…
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The decarbonisation spotlight on shipping is often on shone on alternative fuels, but the role of energy efficiency should not be overlooked, according to a shipping expert. In a recent DNV Maritime Impact podcast, DNV’s director of environment for mar…
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Seafarers detained in connection with their professional duties must be treated fairly and with dignity, with full respect for their human rights, high level participants from the International Maritime Organization (IMO), International Labour Organiza…
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The dry bulk market is expected to be less affected by the ongoing situation between Iran and Israel; however, examining the current situation can help determine the best way to position oneself in the market. Given that the region bordering the strait…
The global dry bulk fleet is facing a sharp contraction in younger, more efficient tonnage, with the supply of vessels under 15 years of age projected to fall by 22% by 2028, according to new analysis shared by Oliver Kirkham, Senior Valuation Analyst …
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