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Australia, Pacific nations increase cooperation in maritime sector
For the first time since the Covid pandemic began in 2020, Pacific nations met in Cairns for the 9th Pacific Search and Rescue (PACSAR) Workshop
Climate advocates call on Walmart, Target, Home Depot to join zero-emission shipping buyers alliance
On March 9, the Aspen Institute, Amazon, Patagonia and Tchibo announced the formation of the Zero Emission Maritime Buyers Alliance (ZEMBA), a first-of-its-kind effort to
How Maritime Law Combats Crime, Ensures Security at Sea
The global economy heavily relies on the maritime industry, making it crucial to maintain safety and security in trade and shipping for economic and national
Swire Bulk joins Sustainable Shipping Initiative
Swire Bulk becomes the latest member of the Sustainable Shipping Initiative (SSI), joining ambitious organizations across the maritime ecosystem in
International Chamber of Shipping, Suez Canal Authority extends landmark agreement
The International Chamber of Shipping and Egypt’s Suez Canal Authority have re-signed an agreement in March covering key issues impacting
INTERCARGO urges extension of Black Sea Grain Initiative
The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners, (INTERCARGO) urges members of the Joint Coordination Centre for the Black Sea Grain
Advice from a maritime lawyer
The shipping industry is huge. One part of the industry impacts and services another. I am a maritime lawyer and
Unregulated Practices: Dark Side of Fishing Industry
Companies must act to abandon dirty ships, says climate group
New research released March 1 by the Ship It Zero campaign finds that Walmart, Target and Home Depot were the largest ocean import polluters of
Victims of Ambulance Chasing: A Look at Injury and Deception
Ambulance chasing is a term used to describe the unethical practice of lawyers or law firms who solicit clients who have recently been involved in
Evolving Drug Trade: Emerging Trends, Future Threats
The illegal drug trade is a dynamic and ever-evolving enterprise. In order to effectively combat it, law enforcement agencies and authorities must stay informed about
Risks of Maritime Piracy on Filipino Seafarers & Trade
Maritime piracy has long been a concern in the Philippines and has been widely covered in maritime industry news. It affects not only the country’s
Maersk, SunGas Renewables sign green methanol partnership
IMO falls short in curbing underwater noise, says advocacy group
NGOs call on IMO to reduce underwater noise to save marine life
Daikin trials controlled-atmosphere technology for Taiwanese flowers
U.S., Canada, Mexico agree to maritime green freight corridors
Unlikely rival to Strait of Singapore
Exposing Hidden Crisis and Effects of Maritime Pollution
Maritime pollution is one of the least talked about environmental issues, yet it is responsible for causing significant damage to our oceans, seas, aquatic life,
Declining trade tests shippers’ patience, pockets and commitment, according to new report
As global trade declined during the second half of 2022, in response to severe economic headwinds in many countries and the continued effects of the
Voyages of Abuse: How Filipino Seafarers Face Sexual Assault
Sexual harassment in the workplace is a rampant issue in the Philippines. Under Philippine law, sexual harassment in the workplace refers to any act or
Marubeni to install world’s largest suction sails on Panamax bulk carrier
bound4blue and MMSL, a wholly owned subsidiary of Marubeni Corporation based in Singapore, have signed an agreement to install in 2023/24 four suction sails on
Standard Club remains focused on sustainable underwriting in 2023 renewal
The Standard Club’s continued strategy of attracting carefully selected tonnage, whilst maintaining underwriting discipline, has seen it achieve a combined ratio of 97% for the
NYK in joint study to recycle onboard organic waste into fuel
Astomos Energy, Sustainable Energy and Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK) have agreed to a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly study the establishment of a
Tackling Long-Standing Problem of Robberies in SG Strait
The Singapore Strait is among the busiest commercial routes in the world. It is a 19-kilometre wide and 113-kilometre-long strait located south of Singapore, between
Governments must give more support to green fuel shipping, says new report
A new report published November 15 from the Tyndall Centre at the University of Manchester has highlighted the major role the shipping sector will play
Understanding Why Maritime Refugees Rise in Southeast Asia
Drewry urges shippers to plan for decarbonization, warns of up to US$14 billion in extra costs
MOL, EnviroNor collaborate on floating desalination vessel
Inflation stalks vessel operating costs, says Drewry
Dark Side of Maritime Industry: Tales of Corruption
How Can You Avoid Corruption in Maritime Industry?
Why is the Philippines standing up to China on South China Sea dispute after years of close bilateral ties?
Amid Chinese incursions in the South China Sea and in the waters of what the Philippines terms the West Philippine
Filipino human rights groups appeal for release of women political prisoners
Frenchie Mae Cumpio, 24, is an Eastern Visayas community journalist who was arrested on February 7, 2020. She was taken
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