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I WILL CHAMPION MARITIME, SECRETARY OF STATE FOR TRANSPORT TELLS LISW25 LAUNCH

UK Secretary of State for Transport puts maritime at the heart of Government plans as she addresses maritime sector for first time

41 st Annual General Meeting of IME(I) Concludes with Key Resolutions and Award Announcements

The 41 st Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Institute of Marine Engineers (India) was held on 21 st September 2024, at IMEI House, Nerul, in a hybrid mode. A total of 32 members attended in person, while 25 members joined online.

SEMINAR ON INDIA'S ROLE IN MSC ENSURING SAFER & AMP; SUSTAINABLE SHIPPING

On 13th September 2024, a significant seminar titled \"India's Role in MSC: Ensuring Safer & Sustainable Shipping\" was held at the IRS Auditorium in Powai, Mumbai.

STRENGTHENING MARITIME TRAINING IN INDIA The Case for Proposed Amendments to the Merchant Shipping Act

The future of maritime education lies in our ability to adapt and improve our legal and training frameworks

A first impression is good, but a lasting impression is better!

As soon as we know a third-party inspection is scheduled, we often hear senior management and officers discussing how to create that first impression. Indeed, a good first impression is desirable; however, as a cohesive unit, we need to make this impression last.

IME(I) Mumbai Branch Hosts Seminar on Minimizing Environmental Impact of Maritime Transport Through Fuel Additives

The Institution of Marine Engineers (India) Mumbai branch successfully hosted a highly informative technical seminar on a very critical topic, \"The Role of Additives: To Minimize the Environmental Impact of Transporting Goods by Sea.\"

Alphard Group Celebrates 15 Years of Excellence in Maritime Logistics and Marine Services

Alphard Group, a leader in maritime logistics, maritime offshore and marine services, proudly announces its 15th anniversary.

INDUSTRY LEADERS COULD SURGE AHEAD AS SMALLER COMPANIES STRUGGLE WITH FUELEU COMPLIANCE WARNS EMISSIONLIN

As the January 2025 implementation of the FuelEU Maritime Regulation approaches, industry leaders are rapidly positioning themselves to thrive under the new rules, while smaller companies risk falling behind, facing steep penalties and potential loss of market share, says Emission Link.

Columbus Travel sets its footprint in India

Following its launch last year in Europe and Philippines, Columbus Travel is delighted to be expanding its presence in India.

Navigating the Future: Revamping Maritime Education in India through Legislative Reform

\"Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel.\" - Socrates

STCW COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW WORKSHOP

The Directorate General of Shipping, in collaboration with the Company of Master Mariners of India (CMMI) and the Institute of Marine Engineers (India), IME(I), successfully conducted a workshop on 27th August 2024, to review and refine the STCW (Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers) Convention and Code.

New Report by Maritime SheEO Highlights Progress and Challenges in Gender Equality within India's Maritime Industry

A new report, titled the \"Survey on Gender Equality in Indian Maritime Industry (2024),\" has been released on August 12th, shedding light on the significant strides and ongoing challenges for women in the Indian maritime sector over the past five years.

Col Vinod George (Retd)

M-Tech (Power Systems), IIT Mumbai

LISW25 AND INMARSAT TO ESTABLISH MARITIME TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION WORKING GROUP

London International Shipping Week 2025 (LISW25) and Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat company, have unveiled a new initiative to drive innovation in maritime technology in the lead up to next year's event.

Kongsberg Maritime secures contract from Tärntank for its next wind assisted chemical tanker

Kongsberg Maritime continues to solidify its reputation as a leader in next-generation cargo ship development having been awarded a further contract from Danish operator Tärntank to design and equip its eleventh hybrid chemical tanker, which will be wind-assisted. This latest order brings the total of vessels ordered by Tärntank to 11, with the latest five featuring wind-assist technology.

OCEAN TECHNOLOGIES GROUP RECOGNISES METHANOL'S RISING POPULARITY AS ALTERNATIVE FUEL OF CHOICE WITH NEW E-LEARNING COURSE

Ocean Technologies Group (OTG), the global leader in maritime Human Capital Management and operational technologies, has launched a pioneering new e-learning title: Methanol Fuel Safety.

OneLearn Global launches groundbreaking eLearning course to help equip seafarers to handle the new SIRE 2.0 inspection process

The leading eLearning provider OneLearn Global (OLG), member of OneCare Group, has launched its new training project providing crews with the expertise and assurance required in complying with the new SIRE 2.0 ship inspection procedures.

UDAY BHASKARWAR APPOINTED CHIEF GROWTH OFFICER AT SMART SHIP HUB DIGITAL

Smart Ship Hub Digital (SSH), the fastgrowing maritime digital platform for ship owners, operators, charterers and insurers, is delighted to announce the appointment of Uday Bhaskarwar as its Chief Growth Officer (CGO).

Dan Slater

VP Sales and Business Development, ScanReach

MLC 65% EFFECTIVE SAYS SRI

New research from SRI, the international panindustry body researching maritime and seafarers' law, concludes that the Maritime Labour Convention is not being strictly and evenly enforced on a global basis.

Maritime SheEO Receives "Women in Shipping and Maritime Logistics Award

Maritime SheEO Receives \"Women in Shipping and Maritime Logistics Award\" at International Procurement and Supply Chain Conference 2024 Mumbai, India - June 2, 2024 - Maritime SheEO is proud to announce its victory in the \"Women in Shipping and Maritime Logistics\" category at the International Procurement and Supply Chain Awards 2024 in Mumbai.

Navigating Troubled Waters: The Centralization of Port Authority in India

India's vast coastline has long been a cornerstone of its economic potential, with maritime trade accounting for 95% of the country's global trade volume.

An In-Depth Analysis of the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) and Its Impact on the Maritime Sector

The European Union Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) is a cornerstone of the EU's policy to combat climate change and a key tool for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions cost-effectively.

HATCH COVERS - Part 2

In the last article published in May, we discussed the difference between watertight and weathertight; it was very clear, as per the International Convention on Load Lines, that hatch covers are constructed to be weathertight. We also discussed the wrong notion that some seafarers have about the hatch cover sealing, \"The tighter we compress the hatch packing, the better the seal\". Weather tightness is achieved by the weight of the hatch cover, and it does not depend on the tightening of the cleats.

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement appoints new board member Bjoern Sprotte as Chief People and Sustainability Officer

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (BSM) is pleased to announce the appointment of Bjoern Sprotte as Chief People and Sustainability Officer to the Management Board, effective 1 June 2024.

NEW SAILOR XTR MARINE SATELLITE TV ANTENNAS SET TO BOOST VIEWING EXPERIENCE AT SEA

Cobham Satcom announces today that its all-new SAILOR XTR TVRO antennas SAILOR XTR 100 TVRO and SAILOR XTR 120 TVRO - are now commercially available and ready to order.

DANELEC AND DANPILOT TO UNVEIL GROUNDBREAKING REMOTE PILOTING TECHNOLOGY AT EUROPEAN MARITIME DAY 2024

Danelec and leading Danish piloting company Dan Pilot are revealing the result of a key strategic partnership at the European Maritime Day conference in Svendborg, Denmark, taking place today and tomorrow. Together, they have developed an innovative solution with the potential to revolutionize maritime piloting.

JAWAHARLAL NEHRU PORT AUTHORITY COMPLETES 35 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE, CELEBRATES SUCCESS WITH A GRAND EVENT

Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA), India's first 100% landlord and premier container port, commemorated 35 years of operational excellence with a grand event held at the prestigious Hotel Taj Mahal, Colaba.

CAPT. KSHITIJ MATE

PLEASE INTRODUCE YOURSELF AND YOUR MUSICAL JOURNEY: Good day to all hardworking, sincere, courageous, and practical seafarers. It is my pleasure to be in conversation with you all.

NAVIGATING THE WAVES: INTRODUCING STIMR YOUR MARITIME COMPANION

On the vast expanse of the open sea, where the horizon meets the sky, seafarers find solace in the rhythm of the waves. Now, imagine tuning in to a radio station that echoes the very heartbeat of the maritime world.