Ship Management International

The Royal Alfred Seafarers' Society, a charity providing nursing, respite and specialist dementia care to retired seafarers and their loved ones has appointed Dr Pete J. Inkpen as its new …

Watson Farley & Williams (WFW) advised Société Générale, as coordinator and lead arranger, together with a syndicate of bank lenders, on a US$375m financing granted to German subsidiaries of MPC …

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has completed the installation of a solar energy generation system at Marina South Pier (MSP). It marks a milestone in MPA’s sustainability …

Leading digital platform OneLink Performance is urging shipowners, operators and technical managers to rethink the role of maritime dashboards, arguing that reporting should guide decisions and prove business impact, not …

As heatwave conditions linked to climate change continue to grip large parts of the world, UK-based global transport and logistics insurer TT Club is calling on ports, terminals and warehouse …

Global law firm HFW has further expanded its shipping practice and continued the growth of its Asia Pacific business with the appointment of Peter Glover (pictured) as a Partner in …

Bunker sales in the port of Rotterdam, Europe’s largest bunker port, decreased by 25.1% in the first half of 2026 compared to the same period a year earlier. The sharpest …

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has completed the first audit cycle under the IMO Member State Audit Scheme (IMSAS), with 168 Member States audited on how effectively they implement IMO …

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) will issue eight new licences to supply liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a marine fuel in Singapore from 1 September 2026. The …

The use of Track Guidance Assistant for Inland Navigation (TGAIN) systems is growing across Europe's inland waterways. OCIMF has published guidance to support the safe implementation and operation of TGAIN …

Kalmar, global provider of cargo-handling equipment, automation solutions and services for ports, terminals and logistics operations, and APM Terminals have announced a strategic partnership to advance the development of next …

OneLearn Global (OLG) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Singapore Shipping Association (SSA) to develop an AI-powered Transformational Learning Hub (T-Learning Hub) for SSA’s training department. The agreement …

Lemissoler Navigation of Cyprus has celebrated the naming of MV Lem Azalea and MV Lem Plumeria, the first two vessels in its four-vessel dual-fuel methanol newbuilding programme. The naming ceremony …

Overall seafarer happiness has fallen to 6.87 out of 10 in the second quarter of 2026, down from 7.18 in Q1, according to the latest Seafarers Happiness Index (SHI) published …

Directors and Heads of Maritime Administrations from across Latin America have agreed on a common regional agenda for maritime cooperation at the First Joint Meeting of Directors and Heads of …

The Mutiara Sentosa 2 ferry sailing between Surabaya and Makassar, carrying a reported 271 passengers and crew caught. fire off Madura island in the early hours of Sunday morning. Initial …

On 17 July 2026, the European Commission proposed a targeted revision of the EU Emissions Trading System to strengthen European industrial competitiveness and support delivery of the EU’s 2040 climate …

A new study by EY Greece has warned that shipping’s transition to net zero will be uneven and capital intensive, constrained by factors including alternative fuel availability, infrastructure, shipyard capacity, …

Dualog has launched Workspace, a secure collaboration platform designed specifically for the operational realities of shipping. The platform brings seafarers and shore-based teams into a single, identity-secured environment, providing an …

Sallaum Lines is pleased to announce the signing of a new shipbuilding contract with China Merchants Shipyard for the construction of one + one additional 8,600 CEU Pure Car and …

Silverstream has surpassed 160 vessel installations of its market-leading air lubrication technology, marking a significant milestone in the adoption of Energy Efficiency Technologies (EETs) across the global maritime industry. This …

IRClass Academy, the training arm of Indian Register of Shipping, successfully conducted an intensive three-day Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO) training program in Mauritius for professionals from the country's port …

Lloyd’s Register Maritime Decarbonisation Hub (The Decarb Hub) has called for a standardised approach to the design and assessment of Safe Havens on ammonia-fuelled vessels, highlighting that inconsistent interpretations of …

Dry bulk carriers entered with INTERCARGO continue to demonstrate stronger performance than the global fleet average on safety and compliance, according to the Association's 17th edition Benchmarking Report. The report …

Jamaica’s seafarer training expertise is helping to shape the overhaul of global rules governing the maritime workforce, IMO Secretary-General Mr Arsenio Dominguez has said during an official visit to the …

Germany’s CM Technologies (CMT) has introduced a compact Pressure Drop Test Instrument (PDTI) designed to identify cylinder pressure leaks before the result in increased fuel consumption, costly repairs and ship …

ClassNK has released the ‘Guidelines for Additional Fire-fighting Measures for Container Carrier (Edition 2.0).’ The guidelines provide criteria for evaluating additional fire-fighting measures implemented on container carriers beyond the mandatory …

The Nautical Institute is calling on seafarers and maritime professionals around the world to share their experiences of how technology is changing working life at sea and ashore. The global …

Bulk carrier owners are investing in corrosion protection for cargo hold tank tops as a cost-effective way of avoiding steel replacement work during drydocking and reducing long-term maintenance costs. German …

The Britannia Group reports a satisfactory set of results for the year showing a profit of USD60.9m. This reflects a reduction in large claims that improved the underwriting loss to …

London has strengthened its position as the world's leading centre for maritime dispute resolution, while Singapore and Hong Kong continue to reinforce their status as the leading Asian arbitration hubs, …

The global ship recycling industry must now focus on ensuring that responsible recycling standards are implemented consistently across all markets while creating a clearer and more aligned regulatory framework for …

ScanReach is set to play an even greater role in supporting the future of the UK's renewable energy sector after its Sales Manager, Henry McCann, was selected as one of …

Specialist marine and shipping solutions provider James Fisher and Sons plc (James Fisher) has marked another milestone in its Fleet of the Future investment programme with the naming of ‘Orca …

Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) congratulates the crew of Indian Army Sailing Vessel ‘IASV Triveni’ on the successful completion of the historic Samudra Pradakshina expedition. The expedition was undertaken by …

Senior maritime leaders from across Latin America have gathered in Guatemala City, Guatemala this week (27-29 July), for the First Joint Meeting of Directors and Heads of Maritime Administrations of …

AVS Global Ship Supply is calling for greater recognition of the role ship supply companies play in advancing sustainability across the maritime sector, as the company highlights the growing importance …

Pilbara Ports, which includes iron ore export hub Port Hedland, has delivered another record-breaking year of trade, reinforcing its position as the world’s largest bulk export port and its critical …

ABS has awarded Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) and Conrad Shipyard approval in principle (AIP) for the basic design of a 12,000 cubic metre LNG bunkering articulated tug-barge (ATB) intended for …

Geopolitical disruption, decarbonisation, crew shortages, cyber risk and rising operating costs are changing the skills required of ship managers, Irene Rosberg, Blue MBA Programme Director at Copenhagen Business School, has …

CMA CGM Group has published its Q2 results, showing that transported volumes in maritime reached 6.3 million TEUs, up 6% compared with the second quarter of 2025, driven by strong …

In response to what it calls a recent increase in attacks on merchant vessels, alongside a noticeable shift towards the direct targeting of commercial shipping, dry bulk shipowners’ body INTERCARGO …

DSG (Diversity Study Group) has announced it will officially launch its new 'Resilience in Action' tool at its 5th Annual DEI in Maritime Conference, taking place from Wednesday to Thursday, …

Mintra, a leading provider of digital learning and workforce management solutions for safety-critical industries, has launched two new interactive online training courses designed to help organisations and employees prepare for …

Baltic Container Terminal (BCT), International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s (ICTSI) operation at the Port of Gdynia, Poland, successfully handled the inaugural call of ‘MSC Venice’ – the largest and longest …

Lloyd’s Register (LR) is collaborating with ArcelorMittal to create a Global Operating Model that sets a consistent group-wide standard for dry bulk terminal operations across its international port portfolio. The …

The International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA) is aware of recent reports highlighting operational issues observed in connection with certain residual marine fuels containing components which may indicate the presence of …

The number of vessels transiting the Bab El Mandeb (heading to / from the Red Sea) averaged 31 vessels per day across 25-26thJuly, down by ~50% versus the Q2 average …

Former Stella Maris trustee succeeds Capt. Esteban Pacha PhD, who steps down after eight years as Chair and becomes Ambassador for the charity IACS Secretary General Robert Ashdown has been …

West P&I has been assigned a Financial Strength Rating of A- by Standard and Poor’s. The outlook assigned to the rating is stable. Standard and Poor’s commented on West’s improved …