Cargo fires and cargo loss remain among the most serious safety, operational and financial risks facing the maritime industry. Despite advances in vessel design, onboard systems and cargo handling practices, the early detection of fire within container…
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Singapore and Malaysia VLSFO availability in Singapore remains tight, with suppliers now recommending lead times of 12–21 days, compared with 12–24 days last week. Supply continues to face pressure as the port’s fuel oil inventories have yet to recover…
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NAPA, the global provider of maritime software and data services, has launched NAPA Checklist, a new product that replaces paper and static PDF checklists with a guided digital workflow. Co-developed and launched with HX Expeditions, NAPA Checklist is …
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New Guidance Notes give shipyards and designers a practical route to use intelligent 3D models during class approval Lloyd’s Register (LR) has published what it believes is the maritime industry’s first dedicated guidance for using digital 3D models in…
Lloyd’s Register launches industry-first framework for digital 3D model approval Read More »
Iron ore market fundamentals softened further in July as Chinese steel demand remained subdued and port inventories continued to build. While Australia’s and Brazil’s exports face growing headwinds, Simandou is steadily establishing itself …
Chinese port stocks rise further as steel demand softens Read More »