Category: Maritime industry
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Oil Leak in Singapore Stopped After Shell Oil Processing Unit Incident
Oil Leak in Singapore Stops After Incident at Shell Oil Processing Unit The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has announced that there is no more oil leak observed in the cooling water discharge channel. This update comes after an incident at a Shell oil processing unit, which had raised concerns about the potential…
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U.S. Conducts Precision Strikes Against Iran-Backed Houthi Targets in Yemen on December 30 and 31
Precision Strikes Against Iran-Backed Houthi Targets in Yemen Recent events in the maritime and industrial sectors have been marked by a significant development, as precision strikes were conducted against Iran-backed Houthi targets in Yemen. The strikes, which took place on December 30 and 31, targeted key military infrastructure and weapons facilities, highlighting the ongoing efforts…
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Bulk Carrier Collision in Changjiang River Results in Fuel Oil Spill and Hull Damage
Maritime Incident: Collision in Changjiang River Results in Fuel Oil Spill A recent maritime incident has occurred in China’s Changjiang River, involving a collision between two bulk carriers. The incident, which took place at approximately 10 p.m. local time, has resulted in a significant fuel oil spill and substantial hull damage to the vessels involved.…
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Container Carrier Warns of Potential US Port Delays
Urgent Call to Action: Cargo Removal from East and Gulf Coast Ports The world’s second-largest container carrier has issued a pressing warning to its customers, urging them to remove their cargo from East and Gulf Coast ports in the US before a critical deadline. With a potential strike looming on the horizon, the carrier is…
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Israel Issues Final Warning to Yemen’s Houthi Militants
Maritime Security Concerns Escalate as Israel Issues Warning to Houthi Militants Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations recently issued a stern warning to Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi militants, urging them to cease missile attacks on Israel. The ambassador emphasized that persistence in these attacks would lead to the same “miserable fate” as Hamas, Hezbollah, and Syria’s…
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HJSC Gains Approval for Design of Eco-Friendly VLAC
HJ Shipbuilding & Construction (HJSC) has made significant strides in developing eco-friendly shipping solutions. The company has recently received approval from Lloyd’s Register (LR) for their design concept of an environmentally responsible Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC). This innovative design is expected to significantly reduce emissions and minimize the maritime industry’s environmental impact. Advanced Design…
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Global LNG Exports Growth Slows to 9-Year Low
Global Liquefied Natural Gas Exports Experience Slowdown The global liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports have grown at the slowest pace since 2015. This slowdown threatens to keep prices elevated until new supply comes online. The maritime and industrial sectors are closely watching this development, as it has significant implications for the global energy market. According…
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UK: Red Sea & Gulf of Aden MARPOL Annex I and V Special Areas
UK Issues MIN for Red Sea and Gulf of Aden MARPOL Annex I and V Special Areas Pollution Prevention The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency has issued a Merchant Information Note (MIN) for the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden MARPOL Annex I and V Special Areas pollution prevention. This move aims to reinforce the…
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OSV Company Hit by Ransomware Attack
Cyberattack Hits Vallianz, Exposing Company Servers Vallianz, a prominent player in the offshore support vessel (OSV) industry, has recently fallen victim to a cyberattack. The incident granted an unauthorized party access to the company’s servers, although fortunately, it has been reported that there was no impact on the company’s operations.
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USCG Issues Alert for Counterfeit Pilot Ladders
USCG Issues Safety Alert for Counterfeit Pilot Ladders The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has issued a safety alert regarding the discovery of counterfeit pilot ladders during a Port State Control (PSC) examination. This alert serves as a reminder of the importance of ensuring that all safety equipment on board vessels is genuine and compliant…