London is “unquestionably the centre of the world’s maritime industry”, and London International Shipping Week is the place where we champion everything the industry does so well, former Shipping Minister Robert Courts said last night.
Speaking at an LISW25 Supporting Organisations’ event ahead of this year’s London International Shipping Week (LISW25), he highlighted the strength and depth of London’s maritime skills set to be showcased during the capital’s week of maritime events.
He told...
WASHINGTON & DUBAI, 25th April 2025 – World Shipping Council (WSC) is happy to welcome Emirates Shipping Line (ESL) as a new member of the Council. WSC represents over 90% of global liner shipping capacity, working with policymakers and stakeholder groups to shape the future growth of a socially responsible, environmentally sustainable, safe, and secure shipping industry.
Established in 2006 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, ESL has since expanded its presence to 30...
https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/25/emirates-shipping-line-joins-world-shipping-council/
Wärtsilä’s Interim Report January–March 2025
This release is a summary of Wärtsilä’s Interim Report January-March 2025. The complete report is attached to this release as a pdf file. It is also available on the company website at www.wartsila.com.
IMPROVED OPERATING RESULT AND STRONG GROWTH IN NET SALES
Highlights from January–March 2025
https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/25/wartsilas-interim-report-january-march-2025/
Derren Nathan, head of equity research, Hargreaves Lansdown:
“The FTSE should see a spring in its step this...
By James Brewer
Gods and goddesses caught in amorous pursuit; mythical sea creatures frolicking around such quests; sea nymphs and putti (cherubs) in curious attendance. These, amid crashing waves, are the bold content of two extraordinary Renaissance works that have just gone on display at the National Gallery, London.
The compelling imagery fills what are known as the Carracci Cartoons (cartoon as derived from the Italian word cartone for a large...
Matt Britzman, senior equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown:
“UK and European markets are taking a breather this morning, with the FTSE 100 flat at the open after a strong showing yesterday. The investing world is back to hanging onto every word...
Calling all educators, friends, and maritime professionals!
What is Day of the Seafarer?
International Day of the Seafarer, observed annually on June 25th, is a day recognized by the United Nations to celebrate the invaluable contribution of seafarers to global trade and the world economy. It’s a day to raise awareness about the vital role seafarers play in our everyday lives.
Why write letters to seafarers?
Seafarers spend months away from their families, often facing challenging conditions at...
https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/23/letters-to-seafarers/
(JACKSONVILLE, Fla.; April 23, 2025) – The American Waterways Operators (AWO) has awarded Crowley mariners serving on the Crowley-managed containership Potomac Express and the company’s LNG-powered container/roll on-roll off vessel El Coqui with the Honor & Excellence...
23 April, 2025 – If you are reporting on the 2025 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group (WBG) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), taking place from April 21 to 26, in Washington, D.C, please consider the following comment from Daniel Clarke, Executive Director, the Centre for Disaster Protection.
“As global leaders gather in Washington, D.C. for the 2025 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and IMF, they are being urged to confront a hard truth: without tackling...
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