CMA CGM and Two Intermediary Companies Pay $2.3M in FMC Penalties
The Federal Maritime Commission collected more than $2.3 million in civil penalty payments, and commitments to reform specific business practices…
Report: Add Emissions to List of Shadow Fleet Violations
There continues to be a lot of talk about all the challenges presented by the dramatic growth of the so-called…
French Frigate Assists Bulker Damaged in Houthi Attacks
The French command detailed the support provided to the Marshall Islands-flagged bulker Laax that was repeatedly struck by Houthi missiles…
Is Data the Key to Efficiency Technology Adoption?
Efficiency technologies range from rigid wing sails to air lubrication systems, each offering unique opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions…
Europe Considers Sanctioning "Dark Fleet" Insurer
The European Commission is considering a request to sanction one of the top insurers of the Russian “dark fleet,” the…
Container Shipping “Megamax” Class Hits New Milestone Says Alphaliner
The container shipping segment ticked pasted a significant milestone recently according to industry analysts Alphaliner. It comes as the sector…
Opinion: Time to Enforce the Polar Code in Canada’s Arctic Waters
Global warming is gradually increasing maritime access to the Canadian Arctic which has led to an increase of maritime traffic.…
Panama Canal Completes Clean-Up from MSC Boxship Oil Spill
The Panama Canal Authority was working to complete the clean-up of one of the locks at the southern end of…
GAO Criticizes Missteps and Unstable Design for Constellation Frigate
Citing multiple missteps in the design process, the Government Accountability Office issued a report today with five recommendations to get…
China Steps Up Vessel Inspections After Serious Shipping Accidents
China is stepping up its port state control inspections, according to class society DNV. The China Maritime Safety Administration is…