11 FEB 2025 “President Trump is very focused on the maritime industry,” were the words of Dan Tadros, COO of the American Club, moderating a session touching on Sanctions, at last week’s 2025 HACC NACC event, in New York. Delegates at conference in New York were warned of strong sanctions …
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11 FEB 2025 The maritime sector is evolving at the pace of technology, reducing its environmental impact while improving speed and efficiency. Pioneering companies like MAN and Anemoi – with long histories in the industry – are championing unique solutions that honor tradition and learn from the past. Government perspectives, …
Read More »SHIPPING INDUSTRY LEADERS UNITE TO COMBAT RISING SEAFARER KIDNAPPINGS AND CRIMINALIZATION
10 FEB 2025 The heads of major shipping organizations convened in Athens this week to address the escalating crisis of seafarer safety and rights, with a particular focus on the increasing incidents of kidnappings and unjust criminalization. The Round Table of International Shipping Associations, comprising BIMCO, the International Chamber of …
Read More »AI CAN PREDICT BREAST CANCER RISK YEARS BEFORE DIAGNOSIS, STUDY FINDS
09 FEB 2025 Artificial intelligence is able to identify women who have an elevated risk of developing breast cancer several years before it is diagnosed, the Norwegian Institute of Public Health (FHI) said on Tuesday. Five researchers from FHI, the University of California and the University of Washington were given …
Read More »FRUSTRATIONS AS DEPARTURE OF FAMED OCEAN LINER SS UNITED STATES DELAYED
08 FEB 2025 Excitement over the impending departure of the famed ocean liner ss United States was building last week before a further delay appeared prolonging her stay in Philadelphia. The new owners of the liner, Florida’s Okaloosa County, have been trying for months to start the final voyage of …
Read More »OLIVE OIL IS GOOD FOR US – TURNS OUT THE LEAVES ARE TOO
(Jasenka Arbanas/Getty Images) 07 FEB 2025 Olive oil is synonymous with the Mediterranean diet, and the health benefits of both are well documented. Olive oil reduces the risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes and premature death. Olives also contain numerous healthy nutrients. Now evidence is mounting about the health benefits …
Read More »PANAMA CANAL REJECTS CLAIMS OF FREE PASSAGE FOR U.S. GOVERNMENT SHIPS
06 FEB 2025 The war of words between the United States, the government of Panama, and the Panama Canal Authority continues with officials in Panama saying they were “surprised” by the U.S. posting on X claiming “U.S. government vessels can now transit the Panama Canal without charge fees.” Later Panama’s …
Read More »DENMARK TARGETS SHADOW TANKERS IN NEW PORT STATE INSPECTION PROGRAM
05 FEB 2025 The Danish Maritime Authority announced that it will begin taking steps to strengthen the supervision and monitoring of tankers anchoring in its waterways. It is part of an effort that they said will ensure compliance with the rules for safety at sea, environmental protection, and protection of …
Read More »RECAAP SOUNDS ALARM ABOUT TRIPLING OF ROBBERIES IN SINGAPORE STRAIT IN 2025
04 FEB 2025 The monitoring and coordination operation for piracy and criminal activity against shipping in Asia, ReCAAP ISC, issued a new alert on February 3 highlighting that the number of robberies has nearly tripled in the Singapore Strait this year. They report that just over a month into 2025, …
Read More »INDIA PLANS TO SPEND $3 BILLION TO SUPPORT ITS MARITIME SECTOR
03 FEB 2024 India has firmed up its ambition to become a global maritime powerhouse, with the government allocating around $6 billion to the shipping sector in the 2025-26 fiscal year. On Saturday, India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented to Parliament budget documents, revealing billions of dollars the government intends …
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