https://www.steamshipmutual.com/Downloads/Loss-Prevention/MARS 310.pdf
Maritime History Notes: The world’s largest schooner
The Thomas W. Lawson was an extraordinary ship. It was the world’s largest pure sailing ship, the only seven-master ever built, and garnered notoriety by creating the world’s first major oil spill.
In 1901, a group of Boston investors decided to build the world’s largest sailing ship and rig it as a schooner, without even having an auxiliary engine. The ship was to be based in San Francisco and employed in the Pacific. However, during its construction, the economics of the U.S. East Coast...
Upgraded Wärtsilä 20 engine attracting multiple customer orders
The technology group Wärtsilä has received a series of notable orders for the upgraded version of its Wärtsilä 20 engine. A total of 33 engines have been ordered for merchant auxiliary power application in three major shipbuilding projects.
ONE takes delivery of 14,000-TEU containership “ONE MINATO”
Ocean Network Express Pte. Ltd. is proud to announce the delivery of ONE MINATO, a 14,000 TEU-class magenta coloured containership, at Hiroshima Shipyard of Imabari Shipbuilding Co., Ltd, Japan on July 24, 2018.
UK Chamber welcomes new offshore wind developments but raises concern on navigational safety
With the Government poised to greenlight millions of pounds’ worth of new offshore developments, the UK Chamber of Shipping warns that coordination and forward planning is essential.
Nigerian anti-corruption project improves port calls
An anti-corruption project aiming for port calls without demands for in-kinds payments, harassment, or the threat of illicit delays has been completed with positive outcomes.
Scrubber orders full ahead
A survey of EGCSA members has revealed that scrubber uptake is rapidly accelerating with the number of ships with exhaust gas cleaning systems installed or on order standing at 983 as of 31 May 2018.
http://www.maritimeprofessionals.net/Employment/scrubber-orders-full-ahead-article-706.aspx
China’s Maritime Silk Road Initiative
The implementation of a Chinese Maritime Silk Road via the Mediterranean cannot succeed unless there is a way to bridge the gap between economic interests and the capacity to protect those interests.
ABB turbochargers support optimal performance and fuel efficiency for one of the world’s largest con
The 21,000+ TEU (20-foot equivalent unit) COSCO Shipping Universe has broken the record for China’s largest container ship and is equipped with ABB turbochargers to assure optimal performance and fuel efficiency.
Blockchain use in bunkering
BLOC annonces industry-led demonstrator consortium for blockchain use in bunkering with Lloyd´s Register, BIMCO, Precius Shipping, Bostomar, Ibia and Goodfuels
http://www.maritimeprofessionals.net/Employment/blockchain-use-in-bunkering-article-701.aspx