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Decarbonization and Digital Technology Discussed as ABS Brings North American Maritime Leaders Together
(HOUSTON) Decarbonization, digital solutions, and ABS’ work with leading global technology partners to solve industry challenges were the subjects for discussion among industry leaders at the annual ABS North America Regional Committee Meeting. “We are pioneering new strategies and technologies to support our clients and members through their decarbonization journey.…
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Criminals using small boats for smuggling people to Europe
A yacht sailing with eleven migrants from Albania was stopped off the North Sea Coast by the Dutch police and customs investigators. Dutch officers arrested two Ukrainian skippers onboard on suspicion of human smuggling. The yacht was on its way to Great Britain when it was stopped in the North…
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Disabled tanker adrift in Norway waters
Product tanker ISFJORD suffered engine failure in the afternoon of Oct 4 off the western coast of Rivttek island, Harstad, Troms, while en route from Harstad to Bellsund. The tanker is assisted by nearby general cargo ship WESTLAND (IMO 8412857), to avoid drifting ashore. The tug has been called, to…
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Damen’s all-electric Ferry 2306 E3 nominated for the 2021 KNVTS Ship of the Year Award
Damen’s innovative all-electric Ferry 2306 E3 ‘Bryggen’ has been nominated for the 2021 KNVTS Ship of the Year Award, according to the company’s release. This prestigious prize promotes technological innovation by being presented each year to an outstanding, technically innovative ship that was designed and largely built in the Netherlands.…
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ABB joins to The Call to Action for Shipping Decarbonization
ABB has joined more than 155 companies urging governments to help to ship decarbonize by 2050. The Call to Action for Shipping Decarbonization has been signed by more than 150 industry stakeholders and seeks a significantly faster reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions than the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) current…
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Fire of ferry RAJA 3 during her sailing from Koh Samui island
Ferry RAJA 3 suffered a fire with a lot of smoke in the evening of Oct 3 during her scheduled sailing from Koh Samui island to Koh Phanang island, Thailand world-famous resorts until “new normal” era, with some 30 passengers, 14 cars, and a number of motorbikes on board. Soon…
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خبر عالتيكرز : اعتراض زورقين يقلان 550 مهاجرا قبالة السواحل الليبية
قالت المفوضية السامية للأمم المتحدة لشؤون اللاجئين إن خفر السواحل الليبي اعترض الأحد زورقين يقلان أكثر من 550 مهاجرا قبالة سواحل البلاد، بينما كان في طريقه إلى أوروبا. جاء ذلك بعد يومين من حملة قمع واسعة النطاق بحق المهاجرين في بلدة غربي ليبيا، والتي أسفرت عن اعتقال ما لا يقل…
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IPCSA Launches Global PCS Study
A ground-breaking global study that will support the development of Port Community Systems around the world has been launched by the International Port Community Systems Association (IPCSA).The study will focus on the practical development of Port Community Systems (PCS), the neutral electronic exchange platforms which enable the smooth, swift, and…
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Belships ASA acquires two bulk carriers and announces time charter contract for newbuilding
Belships has entered into agreements for the acquisition of two bulk carriers of about 58,000 dwt built-in 2016 by a Japanese shipyard. Both vessels have passed dry docking surveys during 2021. Delivery is expected by end of November 2021. The agreed purchase price is USD 28.0m for each vessel. The…
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