Suez Canal

Traffic at Suez Canal unaffected by COVID-19

The Suez Canal Authority announced that the navigation traffic in the channel is regular and proceeds according to the normal rates of the numbers and tonnage of ships transiting the channel.

As Suez Canal added, traffic has not been yet affected by the repercussions of the emergence of COVID-19, since during the month of March 2020, navigation statistics recorded 1662 ships crossing from both directions in exchange for 1589 ships crossed during the month of March of last year.

This marks an...

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Suez Canal adjusts rates of reductions for LNG carriers

The Suez Canal Authority adjusted the rates of reductions granted by some of the LNG carriers, while it announced new incentives and discounts for some petroleum gas tankers and container ships for a period of three months starting from April 1st.

The new reductions apply to LNG tankers until June 30, and it is an extension of previous navigational publications. The reductions encourage LNG tankers to cross the Suez Canal by adjusting the reduction granted to them from 25% to 30% of fees Regular...

https://safety4sea.com/suez-canal-adjusts-rates-of-reductions-for-lng-carriers/

Suez Canal’s invasive species are changing the Mediterranean

The Suez canal, connecting the Red Sea to the Mediterranean Sea, has created a direct shipping route between the East and the West. However, over the years, the invasive species have increased the risk of extinction for native marine life, while they have also changed the Mediterranean ecosystem with potentially devastating consequences, according to scientists.

Invasive species have increased significantly since Egypt doubled its capacity in 2015 with the New Suez Canal, raising alarm in...

https://safety4sea.com/suez-canals-invasive-species-are-changing-the-mediterranean/

Suez Canal Authority Issues IMO Sulphur Cap Status

According to an article published in The Swedish Club, ships passing Suez Canal cannot discharge any wastewater from the open-loop cleaning system.

Circular issued by Suez Canal Authority

Whilst the use of an ordinary exhaust system is allowed, according to the latest information from the Suez Canal Authority (SCA).

The information refers to Circular 8 2019 from SCA regarding the consideration of using fuel oil with low Sulphur content in accordance with MARPOL Annex VI during transit from the...

http://mfame.guru/suez-canal-authority-issues-imo-sulphur-cap-status/

Suez Canal bans open loop scrubbers

Suez Canal Authority (SCA) made clear that will continue allow ships to use heavy fuel oil (HFO) when transiting through the waterway, without the need of scrubbers, despite the recently IMO introduction of low-sulphur regulations. Specifically, SCA issued a circular in which clarified its stance on scrubbers.

In circular No. 8/2019, Suez Canal states:

In consideration of using fuel oil with low Sulphur content in accordance with MARPOL Annex VI during transit from Suez Canal, you are kindly...

https://safety4sea.com/suez-canal-bans-open-loop-scrubbers/

New Suez Canal Transit Tolls During 2020

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Admiral Osama Rabie announces that the Suez Canal transit tolls will remain unchanged for all types of vessels while excluding only two categories, dry bulk vessels, and LPG carriers, as their transit tolls will increase by 5%

The Suez Canal accommodated 18,880 ships with a net tonnage of 1.2 billion tons and revenues of 5.8 billion USD during 2019. The Authority’s implemented marketing policies succeeded in attracting new shipping lines to transit the Canal, with a total of 3,463 vessels and...

https://www.marineinsight.com/shipping-news/new-suez-canal-transit-tolls-during-2020/

Do you know how to distinguish an Aframax from a Panamax vessel?

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There are several variations related to ships sailing on high seas. Panamax vessels, Aframax vessels, and Suezmax vessels are some of the most prevalent types. But what do they mean and what kind of ships do they represent? Well, the answer is relatively easy, and it lies on the area that each ship caters.

Read in this series

https://safety4sea.com/cm-do-you-know-how-to-distinguish-an-aframax-from-a-panamax-vessel/

Government Keen To Initiate Development Projects Along Suez Canal

  • The canal was opened to navigation in 1869 and was expanded in 2015 to accommodate larger ships.
  • The transit time has been cut from 22 to 11 hours, and the number of vessels crossing daily has increased from an average of 40-45 to 60-65 giant tankers.
  • Authorities have also sought to develop the Sinai Peninsula, which lies on the eastern edge of the canal.
  • There are numerous developments citing ship supply zones, pharmaceutical factories, and car assembly plants along the banks of the canal.

Acc...

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