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Corrosion Led to Failure in Heavy-Lift Crane Operation

NTSB report revealed that corrosion and wear led to the snapping of a wire rope during the lifting of a wind turbine part on the Thorco Basilisk.

London Insurers Extend Red Sea High-Risk Zone in Response to Threat

London's marine insurance market expanded its designation of high-risk areas in the Red Sea following an increase in attacks on commercial ships.

Bulk Carrier Hijacked Off Somalia Coast

Off the Somalian coast, commercial vessel remains hijacked by group of unknown assailants, significantly raising fears of persisting instability.

Philippines Plans Offshore Exploration in South China Sea

President Ferdinan Marcos Jr of the Philippines stated that the country is actively addressing “exploration issues” in the South China Sea.

IMO Secretary-General Role Given to Arsenio Dominguez Velasco

The appointment of Arsenio Antonio Dominguez Velasco as the secretary-general commencing on January 1, 2024, was officially certified by the IMO.

Port NOLA Renews MoU Agreement with CORBA

On Monday, the Central Ohio River Business Association (CORBA) announced the latest development in its partnership with the Port of New Orleans.

Christening Ceremony for 3 Towboats at Middle River Marine

Middle River Marine, based in Mokena, Illinois, added three towboats—namely, the M/V Carmalee Rose, Macey Lauren, and Ava Renee—to its fleet.

COP28 Approves UAE Consensus for Phase-Out of Fossil Fuels

The COP28 summit culminating on Dec 12th marked a milestone with the adoption of the UAE Consensus, an agreement aimed at phasing out fossil fuel

MOL Inaugurates Seafarer Manning Company In Indonesia

Partnership is scheduled to commence operations in April 2024, focusing primarily on supplying seafarers for the MOL Group’s LNG carrier fleet.

FPSO Atlanta: Yinson's Fleet Addition Poised for 2024 Launch

In a grand event at Dubai Drydocks World on December 13, 2023, Yinson Production warmly welcomed the latest jewel in its crown, the FPSO Atlanta.

IMO Commemorative Farewell for Secretary-General Kitack Lim

Resolution entitled "Appreciation of the Services of Mr Kitack Lim" recognizes Mr. Lim's leadership and achievements during his tenure at the IMO

RWE & Partners Deal for 684 MW Offshore Wind Power Venture

RWE has been chosen as part of a group to construct & manage an offshore wind project situated off the shores near Murakami and Tainai in Japan.

Ocean Carriers Re-enter Charter Market Due to Increased Demand

Anticipation of better-than-expected demand across trade routes leads ocean carriers to re-enter charter market in search of available tonnage.

Havfram Achieves a Deal for German Offshore Wind

Havfram Wind seals contract for work on wind turbine transport and installation on RWE’s 1.6GW offshore wind farm found in the German North Sea.

Largest Global Car Carrier Gets Green Light in Principle

Deltamarin has recently obtained Approval in Principle (AiP) from DNV for their groundbreaking design of an 11,000 CEU pure car and truck carrier

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