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Introduction The OSIL Buoy project, a pioneering oceanographic data buoy system, is making waves in the Central American Pacific. Specifically deployed in Panama’s Parque Nacional Coiba, this innovative system is playing a pivotal role in studying and conserving marine biodiversity. The buoy serves as a floating laboratory for the Estación Científica Coiba (COIBA AIP), offering…

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A Milestone in Maritime Sustainability: Yangshan Port’s First Methanol Bunkering The maritime industry recently celebrated a significant milestone in its quest for sustainability. On January 1, 2025, the vessel Ane Maersk received 3,000 tons of methanol at Yangshan Port, marking the first methanol bunkering operation at the port. This groundbreaking event underscores the growing importance…

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Russia Declares State of Emergency in Crimea Following Oil Spill A significant oil spill in the Black Sea’s Kerch Strait has prompted Russia to declare a state of emergency in Crimea. The incident, originating from the grounding of two tankers, the Volgoneft 212 and the Volgoneft 239, has resulted in extensive cleanup efforts. While precise…

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The Impact of Looming Port Strikes on Asia-US Container Rates The maritime industry is currently facing a significant challenge as a potential port strike at US Gulf and East Coast ports is causing a surge in Asia-US container shipping rates. According to reports from Independent Commodity Intelligence Services (ICIS), this situation highlights the complex interplay…

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Taiwan Coast Guard Investigates Damaged Undersea Cable Amid Weather Challenges The Taiwan Coast Guard is actively investigating the suspected damage to an undersea communications cable, a critical component of global connectivity. The incident, attributed to a ship registered to Cameroon and Tanzania, occurred northeast of Taiwan. Initial reports indicate the vessel continued its journey to…

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Sri Lankan Ports Achieve Record TEU Handling in 2024: A Comprehensive Analysis In 2024, Sri Lankan ports reached an unprecedented milestone by handling a record 2.41 million Twenty-foot Equivalent Units (TEUs). This remarkable achievement underscores the strategic significance of Sri Lankan ports in regional trade dynamics and economic development. This article delves into the key…

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China’s Largest Shipping Line Added to US Military Blacklist: Implications and Analysis In a significant geopolitical development, the United States has added China’s largest shipping line, Cosco Shipping Holdings Co., along with two major shipbuilders, China State Shipbuilding Corp. and China Shipbuilding Trading Co., to its military blacklist. This move, announced in a Federal Register…

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Shearwater Geoservices Initiates New Phase of Pelotas Basin Surveys Shearwater Geoservices, in collaboration with Searcher Seismic, has commenced a new phase of a multi-client 3D seismic survey in Brazil’s Pelotas Basin. This initiative is a significant stride in investigating the region’s hydrocarbon resource potential. The project, employing the state-of-the-art seismic vessel SW Empress, aims to…

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Côte d’Ivoire Faces Challenges with Controversial Ammonium Nitrate Cargo A significant maritime controversy is unfolding in Côte d’Ivoire concerning a vessel carrying a large quantity of ammonium nitrate. This hazardous material, typically used in fertilizers and explosives, is the subject of considerable concern regarding potential safety and environmental risks. The situation highlights the complex interplay…

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Pangaea Logistics Expands Bulk Fleet with $271M Acquisition Pangaea Logistics Solutions (NASDAQ: PANL) has made a significant move in the maritime logistics sector with the acquisition of fifteen handy-size vessels from Strategic Shipping Inc. (SSI) for $271 million. This acquisition, finalized on December 30, 2024, expands Pangaea’s fleet by nearly 60%, bringing the total to…

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