2020 Bulkers has taken delivery of Bulk Shanghai, the fourth of eight 208,000 dwt Newcastlemax newbuilds.
https://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/286011/fourth-newcastlemax-joins-2020-bulkers/
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Trafigura, DBS Bank Launch Blockchain Trade Platform in Singapore
The platform’s pilot trade of USD 20 million worth of iron ore would be shipped from Africa to China this month.
Despite Progress on Gender Issues, Maritime Industry Can Do More
IMO Secretary-General addressed the audience at an international conference in Saudi Arabia.
BW LPG Agrees to Sell Its Final Large Gas Carrier Duo
Under an agreement with an undisclosed party, the company would sell the 2003-built BW Nantes and BW Nice.
https://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/285873/bw-lpg-agrees-to-sell-its-final-large-gas-carrier-duo/
Sink or swim: how decarbonisation will reshape shipping forever
Nations of the world have, in recent years, embarked on concerted efforts to meet the challenge of climate change. Those that haven’t do so at their peril, argue the growing many to have enrolled in the fight to protect against a future seemingly more dire by the day.
Truthfully it is difficult to counter the conviction with which they speak; this year has already borne witness to some of the biggest ‘climate change’ events ever recorded. Therefore, it is fair to say the political, commercial...
https://www.ship-technology.com/features/how-will-decarbonisation-impact-shipping/
Neste Brings New IMO 2020-Compliant Fuel to Germany
This new marine fuel has been available in Bremerhaven, Germany, since the beginning of November 2019.
https://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/285894/neste-brings-new-imo-2020-compliant-fuel-to-germany/
Report: Seafarer Happiness Levels Rise Across All Industry Sectors
Overall seafarer happiness was up from 6.27/10 to 6.59, representing “a very promising sign for the industry.”
Report: A Combination of Approaches Needed for Carbon-Free Maritime Sector
Decarbonizing global shipping will play a critical role in achieving climate objectives, a new report by IRENA finds.
Diana Loses Charter Deal for Post-Panamax
Diana Shipping revealed that a time charter contract for one of its Post-Panamax bulkers has been canceled.
https://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/285954/diana-loses-charter-deal-for-post-panamax/
Terntank Orders Two Hybrid Tankers in China
The 15,000 dwt chemical/product/biofuels tankers will be capable to operate with liquefied biogas (LBG).
https://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/285944/terntank-orders-two-hybrid-tankers-in-china/