DNV’s Maritime Academy “BLASTING & COATING ACTIVITIES / CORROSION CONTROLS” course

Dr. Marina Papaioannou
BLASTING & COATING ACTIVITIES / CORROSION CONTROLS

DNV’s Maritime Academy Hellas is offering on 29-30 April 2025 a course on blasting and coating activities as well as corrosion controls.

Participants will be given detailed information of how to organize and to carry out effectively the main and the auxiliary works for blasting / coating, plus for corrosion controls, by cooperating effectively and with their company’s own ways and methods both with the Shipyard and the...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/09/dnvs-maritime-academy-blasting-coating-activities-corrosion-controls-course-6/

Shipping: from Theory to Practice

What a timely event taking place as you read these lines at the Greek Island of Chios and in particular at “Yiannis Karalis” amphitheatre of the University of Aegean.

This two day event “targets” students of the Merchant Marine Academy of Deck Officers at the adjacent Island of Innousses, the Merchant Marine Academy of Engineers of Chios as well as undergraduate and post graduate – masters degree students of the University of the Aegean – department of Shipping, Trade and Transport. The event is...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/08/shipping-from-theory-to-practice/

It’s GIWA time!

Sofia Konstantopoulou

As the Founder of the Greek International Women Awards, it is with great excitement that I announce the opening of applications for this year’s edition. The journey of building a stronger, more inclusive shipping industry is a personal mission for me, and these awards stand as a testament to the incredible women whose contributions continue to shape the future of the industry. But more than just recognizing achievements, this year’s awards are about inspiring one another,...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/07/its-giwa-time/

DNV’s Maritime Academy Ship Energy Efficiency in a Nutshell – Live Vitual Classroom

Ship Energy Efficiency in a nutshell (online) – Live Virtual Classroom

DNV’s Maritime Academy Hellas is offering on23 and 24 April 2025,a course on Energy Efficiency. The global sulphur cap 2020 puts the spotlight once again on energy efficiency. Performance is scrutinized by a variety of stakeholders, with claims and counter-claims, often based on half-truths. The course offers an expert guide through the various options, addressing also recent developments and R&D aiming at 2030 and 2050 IMO...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/07/dnvs-maritime-academy-ship-energy-efficiency-in-a-nutshell-live-vitual-classroom/

Panama establishes zero-tolerance policy against the misuse of its flag

The Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) is implementing necessary measures to refine its merchant fleet. These actions reflect the nation’s commitment to safeguarding its reputation, backed by the strength and expertise of a leading registry with over 100 years of history.

“Our vision is to maintain a modernized fleet with younger vessels powered by cleaner energy sources. We are enforcing regulations that establish expedited procedures for deregistering non-compliant, polluting, or...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/02/panama-establishes-zero-tolerance-policy-against-the-misuse-of-its-flag/

Mintra Improves Position in Core Leader on the Fosway 9-Grid™ for Digital Learning

[1 April 2025] – Mintra, a leading provider of digital learning and human capital management solutions for safety-critical industries, has solidified its upward trajectory on the prestigious Fosway 9-Grid for Digital Learning, reinforcing its position as a Core Leader in 2025. This achievement reflects Mintra’s improved performance, market presence, and commitment to delivering high-value solutions to the maritime and energy industries.

The Fosway 9 Grid is a gold standard for digital learning...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/01/mintra-improves-position-in-core-leader-on-the-fosway-9-grid-for-digital-learning/

Enhancing the Global Competitiveness of Japan’s Maritime Industry

The Techno Alliance Building at The University of Osaka, where the collaborative research laboratory will be established.

Establishment of the Open Collaboration Laboratory for Enabling Advanced Marine Systems (OCEANS) at The University of Osaka in April 2025

Summary

The University of Osaka (President: Atsushi Kumanogoh), in collaboration with Imabari Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. (President: Yukito Higaki, ‘Imabari Shipbuilding’), Japan Marine United Corporation (President: Takashi Hirose, ‘JMU’),...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/01/enhancing-the-global-competitiveness-of-japans-maritime-industry/

The Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) welcomes Sea & Beyond as a Recognised Partner

l to r: Krishnan Subramaniam, Captain Gaurav Rana and Matt Gilbert

London, 25 March 2025

The Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) is pleased to announce a new partnership with Sea & Beyond in India, officially bringing them on board as a Recognised Partner in maritime education and professional development.

Recognised Partners

The Institute works with maritime organisations and education providers worldwide that teach the ICS syllabus. With recognised partners in over ten countries, including...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/03/25/the-institute-of-chartered-shipbrokers-ics-welcomes-sea-beyond-as-a-recognised-partner/

ERT’s Antonis Karagiannakis questions John Faraclas of allaboutshipping on current geopolitical issues in a very uncertain global environment

Shipping analyst John Faraclas on “KALES THALASSES” (Smooth Seas)

The shipping analyst, lecturer on shipping issues in educational institutions and organizations abroad and especially the United Kingdom, member of the Chios Marine Club, of the HESGB (Hellenic Engineers Society of Great Britain), author and co-founder of allaboutshipping.co.uk , John Faraclas spoke on the program “KALES THALASSES” (Smooth Seas) about the current geopolitical situation and its consequences for Global Shipping.

We...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/03/24/erts-antonis-karagiannakis-questions-john-faraclas-of-allaboutshipping-current-geopolitical-issues-in-a-very-uncertain-global-environment/

IRClass Academy conducts Marine Casualty Investigation Training

IRClass Academy has successfully concluded an intensive Marine Casualty Investigation Training program aimed to enhance the investigative capabilities of maritime professionals, equipping them with the knowledge and skills required to conduct thorough and compliant marine casualty investigations.

The program provided an in-depth understanding of the purpose, scope, and principal definitions of marine casualty investigations, along with the mandatory responsibilities of safety investigation...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/03/24/irclass-academy-conducts-marine-casualty-investigation-training/