25 JULY 2021 New technology developed by Japanese engineers has walloped the heck out of the previous data transmission speed record. Along an optical cable more than 3,000 kilometers (1,864 miles) long, the team achieved a data transmission speed of 319 terabits per second (Tb/s). This not only smashes the …
Read More »HORMONAL BIRTH CONTROL STILL SUCKS FOR MANY WOMEN. WHY ISN’T IT BETTER BY NOW?
24 JULY 2021 The hunt for a “male birth control pill” is a topic that often grabs attention. But so far no products have been licensed for use, either because they haven’t been effective enough, or because of negative side effects – including depression, mood disorders and acne – that halted trials. Current …
Read More »MORE PANAMA CANAL TRANSITS HIGHLIGHT REBOUNDING GLOBAL TRADE
23 JULY 2021 The Panama Canal Authority says vessel transits are rebounding as global trade picks up after the Covid-19 pandemic. Container ships have led the recovery while liquefied natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas are among the fastest growing segments for the waterway, said Ilya Espino de Marotta, its …
Read More »FIVE LESSONS TO LEARN ON HYDROGEN AS A SHIP FUEL
22 JULY 2021 Green hydrogen could play a crucial role in the maritime industry’s journey towards decarbonization. Produced through electrolysis, H2 is free of carbon emissions and could be widely available across the globe in the future – as a marine fuel or a key enabler for synthetic fuels. Many …
Read More »EU PORTS JOIN SHIPPING INDUSTRY CALLING FOR REVISIONS TO CLIMATE PLAN
21 JULY 2021 The European Sea Ports Organization said that it welcomes the European Commission’s new package of proposals, which should contribute to achieving the European Climate Law’s targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, but like many in the shipping industry is highlight additional efforts needed to reach the goals …
Read More »SOUTH KOREA PREPARES AIRLIFT FOR SAILORS INFECTED WITH COVID-19
20 JULY 2021 South Korea is preparing a lift to bring home 300 officers and sailors from one of the country’s destroyers after an outbreak of COVID-19 was discovered aboard the warship. The destroyer Munmu the Great was nearing the end of a six-month anti-piracy mission in the Middle East when the …
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