Europe takes action against Russian-linked tankers
by Sam Chambers
Thursday, May 09, 2024
Moving Russian oil through Europe has come under far greater scrutiny in recent weeks with the bloc widely expected to take further measures against the so-called shadow fleet when further European Union sanctions are unveiled shortly. In the southeast of the continent, the Greek navy has this month made ship-to-ship transfers impossible at one of …
Nakilat pens deal for nine more LNG newbuilds with QatarEnergy
by Bojan Lepic
Thursday, May 09, 2024
Qatari gas shipping giant Nakilat has signed a long-term agreement to charter and operate nine QC-Max class LNG vessels, as part of QatarEnergy’s program to expand its fleet of LNG carriers. These nine vessels, each with a capacity of 271,000 cu m, the largest-ever units ordered, will be 100% owned and operated by Nakilat and …
BUNKER JOBS: Shipping Firm Seeks Bunker Claims Expert in Mumbai
by Ship Bunker
Thursday, May 09, 2024
The company is looking for candidates with strong experience in bunker claims and disputes, as well as B2B trading or buying experience.
Shanghai Sold More LNG Bunkers Than Singapore Last Year
by Ship Bunker
Thursday, May 09, 2024
Companies including CMA CGM and ZIM have been bunkering LNG in Shanghai.
Explosives to be used in Baltimore to help free Dali boxship
by Sam Chambers
Thursday, May 09, 2024
Explosives will be used to remove a section of the bridge pinning the Dali containership to the riverbed in Baltimore. The Key Bridge Response Unified Command is scheduled to use precision cuts made with small charges to remove a large section of the Francis Scott Key Bridge wreckage from on top of the boxship, which …
Future of fixing stirs debate in Geneva
by Splash
Thursday, May 09, 2024
It was a captivating final debate at the opening day of the inaugural Geneva Dry event a week ago, which saw panellists examine the future of fixing ships and the future of broking as a long-lasting integral part of the shipping industry. Hosting the panel, Tim Huxley, head of Mandarin Shipping and one of the …
BUNKER JOBS: Titan Seeks Bunkering Commercial Support in Amsterdam
by Ship Bunker
Thursday, May 09, 2024
The company is looking for candidates with suitable working experience, fluent English and preferably a good command of French or German.
Ship Loaded With Gaza Aid Awaits U.S. Pier Construction
by Reuters
Thursday, May 09, 2024
NICOSIA, May 8 (Reuters) – Aid for Gaza was being loaded onto a ship in Cyprus on Wednesday in what was expected to be the first cargo to be delivered using a U.S. pier built to...
Panama’s president-elect vows to make canal water security top priority
by Sam Chambers
Thursday, May 09, 2024
The incoming new president of Panama has put water levels at the country’s canal as one of his most important items on his agenda. Jose Raul Mulino won last Sunday’s elections and will take office for a five-year term from July. Interviewed by Reuters, Mulino said he would try and get lawmakers to approve a …
Euroseas fixes charter and financing for feeder newbuilds
by Bojan Lepic
Thursday, May 09, 2024
Nasdaq-listed Greek boxship owner Euroseas has entered into a time charter contract for a newbuild feeder boxship. The charter was signed for the 1,800 teu feeder Monica for a minimum period of ten to a maximum period of twelve months at the option of the charterer, described only as one of the largest liner companies. …