Containers are loaded on HMM Forward, a 4,600-TEU vessel that will depart from Busan on Jan. 23. HMM announced on Jan. 21 that it will deploy an extra loader on Jan. 23 to transport Korean companies’ export products to the United States. The 4,600-TEU container ship HMM Forward is scheduled to depart from Hyundai Pusan …
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DNV GL has awarded an Approval in Principle (AIP) to Korea Shipbuilding and Offshore Engineering (KSOE) for a wing-sail auxiliary propulsion system for ships. The wind-powered auxiliary propulsion system is the result of a joint research project from KSOE, the shipbuilding holding company of Hyundai Heavy Industries Group, and SK Shipping, to develop wind-powered eco-friendly …
Heerema has received Statements of Feasibility from DNV GL for two of its “silent foundations” concepts, on which the company has been working together with the University of Dundee. The concepts include helical or screw piles and so-called push-in piles, which could be installed without loud hammering that can be harmful to marine life and …
Arcon’s new training center which will support the U.S. offshore wind and onshore industries has opened its doors after receiving approval from the Global Wind Organization (GWO). The new purpose-built center has been developed by ARCON Training Centre in Maryland, along with the UK’s AIS Training. Located at Arcon’s existing training facility in Salisbury, the …
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Nace como un espacio de innovación abierta, para fomentar el aprendizaje, el trabajo colaborativo y la co-creación. El proyecto se enmarca en la estrategia de transformación digital y del compromiso del puerto hacia la sostenibilidad. En el marco de su compromiso por impulsar la competitividad, atractivo y sostenibilidad de la provincia de Alicante, la Autoridad …
A cargo ship operated by A.P. Moller-Maersk A/S lost several hundred containers in the Pacific Ocean while sailing through heavy seas from China to Los Angeles, the latest in a spate of incidents in which boxes carrying millions of dollars’ worth of goods have gone overboard. The company said the Maersk Essen, which has capacity …
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Mental strain is a tangible and steadily growing occupational hazard affecting seafarers all over the world. Although frequently mentioned in social media, news and different maritime forums, the problem with seafarers’ mental health has persisted. To support seafarers’ mental health, Alandia Insurance has teamed up with Blå Mediamentor and designed a mental health training package …
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This is a time where we should be celebrating with many of our members the annual Vasilopita gatherings and wishing as much good fortune and safe sailing for the year ahead. But lockdowns and restrictions make this difficult. Shipping often manages to resist adverse currents and navigate the choppy waters of uncertainty that lie ahead, …
New Year message from Baltic Exchange Chairman Denis Petropoulos Read More »
ePropulsion, the global leader in marine electric propulsion systems and services, announced its model year 2021 product line-up with the introduction of the Evo Series electric motors. New for model year 2021, ePropulsion has standardized its full product line with hydrogeneration capabilities, a 48-volt architecture, safety wristbands, a new ergonomic tiller and direct-drive brushless motors …
Leading maritime ropes manufacturer, Lankhorst Ropes, announces Lankoloop, the world’s easiest and quickest towing and mooring connection. It uses a simple knot and eye connection to complete the connection in seconds. No shackle or other hardware is needed for the Lankoloop; feeding it through any smooth strongpoint will complete the connection. The Lankoloop pennant is …
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