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18 May 2012 - New Arctic report: Uneven prospects for investment and economic development
As the first LNG carrier gets ready to transit the Northern Sea Route, the authors highlight a need to fill in knowledge gaps.
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i113244/New_Arctic_report_Uneven_prospects_for_investment_and_economic_development18 May 2012 - Antwerp joins consortium to develop hinterland policy
Improving efficiency will help port reduce its environmental footprint.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i113240/Antwerp_joins_consortium_to_develop_hinterland_policy18 May 2012 - Secondhand vessel buyers still quite active in the market
Hellenic ship owners still occupy the top position amongst buyers in the secondhand S&P market. In its latest report, Intermodal mentioned that “since January they have managed to pick up at least 70 vessels spending over $ 1.2 billion to do so.
www.hellenicshippingnews.com
http://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/News.aspx?ElementId=c881c11f-f10f-41a7-9b64-a3c31203366317 May 2012 - Drillship to receive ENVIRO+
Features on the vessel include retractable thrusters, enhanced safety and environmental features, and improved dynamic positioning capabilities.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i113231/Drillship_to_receive_ENVIRO17 May 2012 - Do public shipping companies have any real equity left?
To recover, the industry needs smaller, more efficient players to emerge
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/finance/article398521.ece17 May 2012 - Rongsheng Heavy Industries wins global performer award
Chinese Shipbuilder China Rongsheng Heavy Industries bagged the ‘Seatrade Global Performer 2012’ Award this week at a glittering event in London’s historic Guildhall.
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http://www.imarest.org/Newsroom/tabid/216/ctl/ArticleView/mid/606/articleId/1811/Rongsheng-Heavy-Industries-wins-Global-Performer-Award.aspx17 May 2012 - Vessels to use energy efficient diesel-electric propulsion system
Wärtsila-designed vessels will feature optimal fuel consumption and flexibility in pipe laying operations
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/4/113212?tag=45-79973-37368649-0-SS17 May 2012 - Crusie industry to face renewed pressure from conservationists
'Historic port cities: We're all up against the international cruise tourism industry,'Charleston activist.
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/4/113236?tag=45-79973-37368649-0-SS17 May 2012 - Gothenburg oil harbour renamed to reflect renewable fuel trend
The Oil Harbour in Gothenburg is to be renamed to Gothenburg Energy Port to reflect the variety of fuels being produced at the facility.
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http://www.portworld.com/news/i113235/Gothenburg_oil_harbour_renamed_to_reflect_renewable_fuel_trend16 May 2012 - Panamax rates keep sliding
THE SLIDE in Panamax bulker rates is continuing, with the South American grain season ebbing away.
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http://www.fairplay.co.uk/secure/display.aspx?articlename=dn002012051600000116 May 2012 - Siemens awarded contract to supply eco-friendly propulsion
Systems are expected to reduce transit costs and reduce carbon dioxide emissions.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i113173/Siemens_awarded_contract_to_supply_eco_friendly_propulsion16 May 2012 - Renewable diesel made from fish waste
Batch of waste fish fat complies with the strict sustainability requirements of the EU's Renewable Energy Directive.
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i113168/Renewable_diesel_made_from_fish_waste16 May 2012 - LNG fuelled vessel orders increase 26%
Key factor is the IMO Tier III emissions standards, slated to take effect in 2015-2016
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/4/113174?tag=45-79914-37368649-0-SS16 May 2012 - Canada and US to enhance cargo efficiency
Transport Canada and US Coast Guard looking to make single cargo screening the norm, developing a framework for managing cargo flow during a maritime emergency.
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/4/113207?tag=45-79914-37368649-0-SS15 May 2012 - 'Global industry needs global environmental standards'
President of Wilhelmsen Maritime Services says local regulations would make life 'very difficult' for international ship owners.
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i113154/Global_industry_needs_global_environmental_standards15 May 2012 - UK examines investment opportunities
British government agency UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) has published its most extensive assessment of market potential in the Asian ports sector to date.
http://www.portstrategy.com
http://www.portstrategy.com/news101/news-extra/uk-port-investment-opportunities15 May 2012 - SELCO Releases Free White Paper
SELCO, a leading manufacturer and supplier of high-tech solutions to the marine and offshore market for decades, has released a free white paper on Ship Technology.
http://www.ship-technology.com/
http://www.ship-technology.com/contractors/propulsion/selco/pressselco-white-paper.html15 May 2012 - NYK to showcase future concept ship
The concept ship aims to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 69% through the use of technologies available in 2030.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i113132/NYK_to_showcase_future_concept_ship15 May 2012 - Cause for concern as rates slide
Drewry’s Chemical Tanker Freight Rate Index dropped during the first quarter, registering its first quarterly decline since the third quarter of 2010. Transpacific westbound rates lost as much as 13%.
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http://www.bairdmaritime.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=12986:cause-for-concern-as-rates-slide&catid=111:general-shipping-news&Itemi15 May 2012 - Potential boom of China’s coal imports could provide further support to dry bulk market
The dry bulk market has been moving sideways during the past week with the industry’s benchmark, the Baltic Dry Index (BDI) losing 0.53% on the start of the week, ending the session at 1,132 points
www.hellenicshippingnews.com
http://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/News.aspx?ElementId=f3ae8246-f15c-43be-ae79-462e85e4d66015 May 2012 - Japan hits record high for container handling
Japanese ports achieve continuous growth in container handling due to increased distributions with China and Southeast Asian countries.
Japan’s 66 ports hit their record high in 2011 by handling 17,508,000 containers.
www.porttechnology.org
http://www.porttechnology.org/news/japan_hits_record_high_for_container_handling14 May 2012 - EIB supports SMEs in Spain
The EIB is supporting SMEs in Spain with two EUR 200 loans to Banesto and Banco Popular. In 2011, the EIB Group provided a record financing of EUR 13 billion for small and medium-sized businesses, reaching more than 120 000 companies throughout Europe. EUR 200 million made available to Banesto for financing SMEs EIB and Banco Popular sign SME financing agreement
http://www.eib.org
http://www.eib.org/projects/news/eib-supports-smes-in-spain.htm?media=rss&language=en14 May 2012 - Scandal over misuse of port finance
A recent report issued by the European Court of Auditors (ECA) has revealed that millions of pounds of EU public port finance may have been squandered in ineffective port projects.
http://www.portstrategy.com
http://www.portstrategy.com/news101/news-extra/scandal-over-misuse-of-port-finance14 May 2012 - Ferry company reiterates commitment to LNG
Talks continue as North America is on countdown to Emission Control Area enforcement
www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/4/113135?tag=45-79731-37368649-0-SS14 May 2012 - US legislators strike blow against biofuel ambitions
simply doesn't make sense to be spending extra dollars when we're trying to cut costs,' congressman tells Armed Services Committee.
www.sustainableshippinmg.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/4/113110?tag=45-79731-37368649-0-SS14 May 2012 - Iraq invites bidders to start work on $6 billion port
Iraq issues tender for construction of breakwater and service pier at Basra's new Grand Faw Port. Iraq has issued a tender for the construction of a breakwater and service pier, as part of the first phase of a US$6 billion port to be built in the country’s southern province of Basra.
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http://www.porttechnology.org/news/iraq_invites_bidders_to_start_work_on_6_billion_port14 May 2012 - Powering problems
Meeting swelling electrical demand at today's 'greener' ports can be challenging.
www.portstrategy.com
http://www.portstrategy.com/features101/port-operations/planning-and-design/energy-supplies/ports-go-green-to-ease-power-demands11 May 2012 - Ro-ro owners urged to diversify
Offer a broader range of supply chain services in Europe rather than rely on ship chartering, says MDS Transmodal chief
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ports-and-logistics/article398172.ece11 May 2012 - Ship repair yards look to ease cost of meeting environmental regulations
Looking ahead to new rebuilding requirements that come into force in 2015.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i113057/Ship_repair_yards_look_to_ease_cost_of_meeting_environmental_regulations11 May 2012 - Europe the world's 'sick man'
US and Asia drive 19% rise in global container traffic
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http://www.lloydsloadinglist.com/freight-directory/sea/europe-the-worlds-sick-man/20017959661.htm11 May 2012 - Rotterdam Port expansion granted €900 million EIB loan
Funding will be used to finance Rotterdam's €3 billion Maasvlakte II project. The Port of Rotterdam Authority has announced that it has secured a €900 million loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to finance the future expansion of the port.
www.porttechnology.org11 May 2012 - Scrubbers may have edge over LNG for retrofits
'May prove to be the most cost effective solution' and almost any vessel could be retrofitted, manufacturers suggest
www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/4/113081?tag=45-79601-37368649-0-SS11 May 2012 - EU agency wants study on LNG bunkering
Study will suggest a common set of EU guidelines
www.sustainableshippuing.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/4/113076?tag=45-79601-37368649-0-SS11 May 2012 - Further testing of biodiesel impacts on marine engines
'Unique opportunity' to be at the forefront of innovation in alternative fuels
www.sustainableshippping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/4/113084?tag=45-79601-37368649-0-SS10 May 2012 - Major expansion for Salalah
Oman’s Ministry of Transport and Communication has invested US$143m into an expansion project at the Port of Salalah with the aim of doubling the port's general cargo capacity.
http://www.portstrategy.com
http://www.portstrategy.com/news101/news-extra/major-expansion-for-salalah10 May 2012 - An eye for a box bargain
Recession spells opportunity as canny Greek shipowners target container tonnage
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article398097.ece10 May 2012 - Panamax rates slide
PANAMAX bulker rates remain under pressure today amid signs that the South American grain season is fading.
http://www.fairplay.co.uk/
http://www.fairplay.co.uk/secure/display.aspx?articlename=dn002012051000000310 May 2012 - Asian bulk carrier freight declining
Rates for panamax dry bulk carriers on key Asian freight routes are expected to fall next week with an increasing amount of tonnage weighing on an already oversupplied market, ship brokers said.
www.baridmaritime.com
http://www.bairdmaritime.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=12967:asian-bulk-carrier-freight-declining&catid=67&Itemid=589 May 2012 - Sorry, shipping isn’t booming in Britain
RSA-sponsored study’s methodology leads to overoptimistic claims
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/finance/article397994.ece9 May 2012 - Calling the tune
Shippers say reliability matters – but are they willing to pay for it?
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article397969.ece9 May 2012 - LA pioneers clean ship incentive
The Port of Los Angeles (POLA) has become the first seaport in North America and the Pacific Rim to adopt a clean air rewards programme for visiting green vessel operators.
http://www.portstrategy.com
http://www.portstrategy.com/news101/news-extra/la-pioneers-clean-ship-incentive9 May 2012 - Environmental targets for ships should be 'practical'
Implementation of EEDI on existing ships 'impractical', says BIMCO's secretary general.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112973/Environmental_targets_for_ships_should_be_practical9 May 2012 - Work on 'no capex' model for green tech solutions in progress
Framework gives shipowners the opportunity to install green tech solutions on board their fleet, says Carbon War Room spokesman.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112972/Work_on_no_capex_model_for_green_tech_solutions_in_progress8 May 2012 - We like fast, but we prefer predictable
Walmart’s head of logistics tells Lloyd’s List what he wants from the shipping industry
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ports-and-logistics/article397893.ece8 May 2012 - Fast train to China
Why BMW is shunning ships in favour of rail
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article397888.ece8 May 2012 - The big squeeze
Europe’s major players must return to ship financing
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/finance/article397831.ece8 May 2012 - Harvesting the low-hanging fruit of fuel efficiencies
Biggest Mewis duct to date installed on VLCC under construction at Hyundai Samho Shipyard
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article397797.ece8 May 2012 - Company claims fuel savings through rudder control technology
Company says new product will reduce maritime carbon dioxide emissions, overall environmental impacts and complies with IMO's energy efficiency mandate.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112929/Company_claims_fuel_savings_through_rudder_control_technology8 May 2012 - On-board tools undergo integration
Technology has features designed to help ship captains and fleet managers reduce fuel costs and curb carbon dioxide emissions.
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112925/On_board_tools_undergo_integration7 May 2012 - European banks shrink shipping portfolio by 3.5%
Petrofin expects eventual ship finance recovery as survey notes slight global increase in loans
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/finance/article397754.ece5 May 2012 - Tidal optimisation simulation shows bunker savings
- Tidetech has released the results of simulations of its tidal optimisation system on coastal shipping routes, showing significant time savings on optimised voyages.
http://www.thedigitalship.com
http://www.thedigitalship.com/conferences/2006/displaynews.asp?NewsID=21404 May 2012 - Demolition key to dry bulk Market recovery
www.hellenicshippingnews.com
www.hellenicshippingnews.com4 May 2012 - Aqaba pushing for greater role as a shipping hub
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Www.bairdmaritime.com/index3 May 2012 - Last minute problems at JWP
It appears that last minute problems may be threatening completion of one of Germany’s biggest marine engineering projects – construction of the new JadeWeser Port (JWP) deepwater terminal in Wilhelmshaven.
http://www.portstrategy.com
http://www.portstrategy.com/news101/news-extra/last-minute-problems-at-jwp3 May 2012 - Seafarers cynical about management safety pledges
Study reveals gap between rhetoric and reality
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article397659.ece3 May 2012 - No end in sight for the great shipping recession
Continuing financial crisis means short-term prospects remain bleak
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/finance/article397655.ece2 May 2012 - Shipping needs fuel bill transparency to fight climate change
Danish shipowners urge industry to stop sitting on the fence
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article397527.ece2 May 2012 - Ultra large containerships lead box fleet growth in April
More than 80% of the teu capacity delivered last month was for vessels over 10,000 teu
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article397515.ece2 May 2012 - Asian yards report gloomy first quarter
Shipbuilders in China, Japan and South Korea land few commercial orders
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article397471.ece2 May 2012 - APM uses wind to power terminal
Denmark’s APM Terminals Cargo Service has announced that it has formed a new partnership with DONG Energy, to reduce the operator’s energy consumption and CO2 emissions at the port of Aarhus.
http://www.portstrategy.com
http://www.portstrategy.com/news101/news-extra/apm-uses-wind-to-power-terminal2 May 2012 - Tacoma ten year plan
The Port of Tacoma has announced its strategic development plan for the next ten years – the culmination of a year’s worth of research with customers, the local community and employees.
http://www.portstrategy.com
http://www.portstrategy.com/news101/news-extra/tacoma-ten-year-plan1 May 2012 - SAS shortlists chosen
SHORTLISTS for the Safety at Sea annual awards have been chosen by an independent panel of experts.
http://www.fairplay.co.uk/
http://www.fairplay.co.uk/secure/display.aspx?articlename=dn00201205010000081 May 2012 - Sustainable Shipping Initiative sets environmental targets
Members of Sustainable Shipping Initiative (SSI) have given themselves 18 months to reach four specific targets to guide industry toward environmental and financial sustainability by 2040.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112730/Sustainable_Shipping_Initiative_sets_environmental_targets28 April 2012 - World Shipping Council testifies on environmental and safety initiatives
Koch expressed industry's frustration in having to 'deal with this issue through the illogical and incoherent legal regime that currently addresses this issue.'
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112700/World_Shipping_Council_testifies_on_environmental_and_safety_initiatives27 April 2012 - Short sea sector calls for change to North American ECA boundary
Recommends reducing ECA zone for certain ships to 50 nm, citing economic and environmental reasons backed by study.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112689/Short_sea_sector_calls_for_change_to_North_American_ECA_boundary27 April 2012 - Box rate peak by August?
THE RISE in box rates could peak, as usual, in the third-quarter high season in July-August, CIMB Securities warned today.
http://www.fairplay.co.uk/
http://www.fairplay.co.uk/secure/display.aspx?articlename=dn002012042700000427 April 2012 - Innovation 'only way' to overcome key challenges
'Innovation has played a key part in the maritime industry's development, often introducing paradigm shifts,' says Singapore's senior minister.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112677/Innovation_only_way_to_overcome_key_challenges27 April 2012 - Boxship orders slump in first quarter
Newbuilding deliveries accelerate
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article397223.ece27 April 2012 - Confidence on the ocean waves is growing
European volumes still weak, but forwarders say outlook is improving, with a return to growth expected in H2
http://www.ifw-net.com/freightpubs/ifw/index.htm
http://www.ifw-net.com/freightpubs/ifw/article.htm?artid=20017956450&src=rss27 April 2012 - Why US shortsea fears new fuel rules
SHORTSEA shipping in the US will be slammed by higher fuel costs when new air emissions rules take effect on 1 August, a bulker owner has warned.
http://www.fairplay.co.uk/
http://www.fairplay.co.uk/secure/display.aspx?articlename=dn002012042700001127 April 2012 - Baltimore top of the US ports for growth
The Port of Baltimore is celebrating a 15% increase in annual cargo volumes, marking the greatest growth of any major US port last year.
http://www.portstrategy.com
http://www.portstrategy.com/news101/americas/baltimore-top-of-the-us-ports-for-growth27 April 2012 - Danish presidency reaches agreement on stronger European maritime safety
Mandate will be strengthened in relation to accident investigation, response to pollution from offshore installations and monitoring of vessel traffic.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112667/Danish_presidency_reaches_agreement_on_stronger_European_maritime_safety27 April 2012 - Cruise Line Review Releases First New Safety Policies
Three new safety policies have been issued by Cruise Lines International Association, CLIA, and the European Cruise Council to be implemented with immediate effect. Covering passage planning, access to bridge and lifejackets, the policies are the third product of a safety review following the Costa Concordia disaster.
http://www.maritimeaccident.org
http://maritimeaccident.org/2012/04/cruise-line-review-releases-first-new-safety-policies/26 April 2012 - Coalition launches 'action plans' for sustainable shipping practices
Action plans represent 'significant step' towards achieving vision of a sustainable, profitable shipping industry by 2040.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112645/Coalition_launches_action_plans_for_sustainable_shipping_practices26 April 2012 - Shipping should improve its image, says BIMCO chief
Industry need to meet social responsibilities with image dampened by maritime accidents
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article397157.ece26 April 2012 - Timing is everything
Evergreen’s ultra-large boxship order ends the race to order outsized tonnage
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article397150.ece26 April 2012 - Containership owners head for consolidation
Larger fleets needed to gain economies of scale, says GL boss
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article397122.ece26 April 2012 - CLIA had a hand in formulating safety measures
Policies on cruiseship passage planning, personnel access to the bridge and lifejackets were developed as part of Cruise Industry Operational Safety Review
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article397038.ece26 April 2012 - Cruise sector: 'Risk of major accidental pollution is growing'
'The liners of today carry enormous quantities of fuel and go to the most sensitive parts of the planet.'
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112620/Cruise_sector_Risk_of_major_accidental_pollution_is_growing25 April 2012 - Brussels extends operational remit for Emsa
European Maritime Safety Agency is tasked with establishing an ‘EU maritime space without barriers’
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article396988.ece25 April 2012 - Lloyd’s List: Better Shipping
An exclusive website to help shipowners and managers optimise vessel performance
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article396962.ece25 April 2012 - Demand grows for panamax boxships
Increase in charter fixtures tightens supply and boosts owners’ hopes
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article396944.ece25 April 2012 - Ro-ro industry to turn attention to environmental issues
Seminars include focuses on new challenges for European short sea shipping and challenges being experienced in the South Baltic Sea.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112595/Ro_ro_industry_to_turn_attention_to_environmental_issues25 April 2012 - Increased newbuilding activity this week, as ship owners return to yards
There were further reports of new business this week and as we push further into the 2Q of 2012 there is certainly enough volatility amongst the shipyards to make for an interesting environment.
www.hellenicshippingnews.com
http://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/News.aspx?ElementId=c0179459-5c44-4e3a-b52d-35ee055e169124 April 2012 - Ships identified as leading source of pollution
China's Shenzhen region has PM levels twice the national average.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112574/Ships_identified_as_leading_source_of_pollution24 April 2012 - China offers yuan loans to foreign ship buyers seeking discounts
Owners enticed by promise of 5% off vessel prices at Chinese yards for those paying with yuan loans
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/finance/article396882.ece24 April 2012 - Singapore MoU aimed at sustainable maritime-related research and development
MPA and SMI will work with BWV to develop the Green Marine Innovation Centre (GMIC) to support the research and development of clean energy technologies.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112565/Singapore_MoU_aimed_at_sustainable_maritime_related_research_and_development24 April 2012 - Thailand powers ahead with port plans
Thailand is moving on with developing its ports and supply chain as it positions itself as the hub of Upper ASEAN,
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http://www.portstrategy.com/news101/asia/thailand-moves-one24 April 2012 - Large ships trouble Australian ports
An Australian port economist says the pressures on ports are being significantly increased by the challenges of catering for larger ships.
www.portstrategy.com
http://www.portstrategy.com/news101/australasia/Large-ships-trouble-Australian-ports24 April 2012 - Vessel traffic management in the Port of Rotterdam
Vessel traffic management in the Port of Rotterdam is about
sharing reliable information, about minimizing unnecessary delays
along the chain.
www.porttechnology.org
http://www.porttechnology.org/technical_papers/vessel_traffic_management_in_the_port_of_rotterdam24 April 2012 - LED lighting delivers cost savings to terminal operators
Ports and terminals compete fiercely for container traffic. Those with the most efficient operations stand to win the most business and generate the highest profits. Driving down costs is crucial to remaining competitive. Upgrading to the latest light emitting diode (LED) lighting technology contributes to terminal cost control.
www.porttechnology.org
http://www.porttechnology.org/technical_papers/led_lighting_delivers_cost_savings_to_terminal_operators?utm_source=Port+Technology+Newsletter&utm_camp24 April 2012 - Fundamentals of Port & Terminal Security
Port & terminal security distance education - understand the threats, mitigate risks and manage response This is the only course on this subject delivered by distance learning
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http://www.porttechnology.org/events/fundamentals_of_port_terminal_security?utm_source=Port+Technology+Newsletter&utm_campaign=8eb913747e-PortTechnolo24 April 2012 - Only one in three ECDIS
functions as expected - IHB
A check on the performance of data displays on ECDIS systems by the International Hydrographic Bureau (IHB) has produced some alarming results, with the organisation reporting that only one-third of reports it received showed the equipment to be functioning as expected
www.digitalship.com
http://c181984.r84.cf1.rackcdn.com/DShipMay12.pdf?utm_source=DS+May+2012+download&utm_campaign=DS+May+issue&utm_medium=email24 April 2012 - Maritime satcoms to continue growth
Consulting firm Euroconsult has forecast that the number of satellite communications terminals in the global maritime market will
nearly double over the next decade, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7 per cent over the 10-year period.
www.digitalship.com
http://c181984.r84.cf1.rackcdn.com/DShipMay12.pdf?utm_source=DS+May+2012+download&utm_campaign=DS+May+issue&utm_medium=email24 April 2012 - Navigation e-Volution
With the mandatory carriage requirement for ECDIS set to be
phased in from July of 2012, the whole landscape of vessel navigation is set to change over the next few years.
www.digitalship.com
http://c181984.r84.cf1.rackcdn.com/DShipMay12.pdf?utm_source=DS+May+2012+download&utm_campaign=DS+May+issue&utm_medium=email24 April 2012 - Why e-Navigation?
e-Navigation is coming – though the implications of this initiative, and what it might practically mean for maritime stakeholders, are still not widely understood.
www.digitalship.com
http://c181984.r84.cf1.rackcdn.com/DShipMay12.pdf?utm_source=DS+May+2012+download&utm_campaign=DS+May+issue&utm_medium=email24 April 2012 - Approving the Future
When it comes to having electronic equipment on the bridge of a ship, type approval and performance standards are key in making sure that systems are reliable and don’t interfere with the working of other technologies. These standards need to keep growing and evolving as e-Navigation develops.
www.digitalship.com
http://c181984.r84.cf1.rackcdn.com/DShipMay12.pdf?utm_source=DS+May+2012+download&utm_campaign=DS+May+issue&utm_medium=email24 April 2012 - Idle container ship numbers drop
Latest figures from liner shipping information company Alphaliner suggest an improvement in the container ship industry. Alphaliner’s weekly newsletter says that the active boxship fleet is at its highest for some time.
www.motorship.com
http://www.motorship.com/news101/idle-container-ship-numbers-drop23 April 2012 - Arctic development drives demand for tougher ship design rules
Lloyd’s Register finalises rules for stern-first ice-class vessels
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article396815.ece23 April 2012 - Siberian gas deal increases demand for ice-class LNG ships
Gazprom and Novatek in tie-up to increase natural gas production from the Yamal and Gydan peninsulas
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article396813.ece23 April 2012 - Offshore energy support vessels need more research
Such vessels would require exact information on weather and ice conditions to work
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article396809.ece23 April 2012 - LNG prices could climb on the back of infrastucture costs
But LNG 'an attractive alternative' for ships operating on fixed routes
www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112546?tag=45-78390-37368649-0-SS23 April 2012 - Manufacturer claims anti-fouling fuel claims now verifiable
Company suggests shipowners will gain 'some phenomenal' fuel savings.
www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112568?tag=45-78390-37368649-0-SS23 April 2012 - Tanjung Priok Port set for $2.47 billion expansion
Indonesia Port Corporation will invest US$2.47 billion to enhance port's capacity to 18 million TEU
www.porttechnology.org
http://www.porttechnology.org/news/tanjung_priok_port_set_for_2.47_billion_expansion?utm_source=Port+Technology+Newsletter&utm_campaign=2a0fb7f310-Por21 April 2012 - Shipping organisation pledges green focus
President acknowledged that carbon and sulphur emissions, anti-piracy measures, safety standards and industry training would continue to dominate as policy issues.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112526/Shipping_organisation_pledges_green_focus21 April 2012 - Cruise Lines Bring In The ‘A’ Team on Safety Review
Following the cpasize of the Costa Concordia and a number of less serious incidents involving vruise ships a four-strong expert panel ha been appointed by the Cruise Lines Industry Association to assess recommendations developed by the Cruise Industry Operational Safety Review, launched in January 2012.
http://www.maritimeaccident.org
http://maritimeaccident.org/2012/04/cruise-lines-bring-in-the-a-team-on-safety-review/20 April 2012 - UK: Air pollution blamed for 13,000 premature deaths annually
Study attributes 14% of total to emissions from shipping and aviation, but says cars and trucks pose greatest health risk.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112512/UK_Air_pollution_blamed_for_13_000_premature_deaths_annually20 April 2012 - Iskenderun box terminal poised to open for business
Division of Ankara-based Limak hopes to receive first boxship next month
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ports-and-logistics/article396728.ece20 April 2012 - Fewer container ships laid up
IMPROVING box rates on long-haul trades has prompted some liners to remove some tonnage from warm lay-up, the Sea Japan conference heard today.
http://www.fairplay.co.uk/
http://www.fairplay.co.uk/secure/display.aspx?articlename=dn002012042000001120 April 2012 - Fewer container ships laid up
IMPROVING box rates on long-haul trades has prompted some liners to remove some tonnage from warm lay-up, the Sea Japan conference heard today.
http://www.fairplay.co.uk/
http://www.fairplay.co.uk/secure/display.aspx?articlename=dn002012042000001120 April 2012 - Students Kinect with new simulator
- A new simulator designed to train engineers and crew in seismic streamer deck handling using the Kinect motion sensor system from Microsoft has been installed at Vestfold University College in Norway.
http://www.thedigitalship.com
http://www.thedigitalship.com/conferences/2006/displaynews.asp?NewsID=212520 April 2012 - Interest stirring in boxship feeder newbuildings
Ageing fleet in need of replacement
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article396699.ece20 April 2012 - First ever cargo transport on UK 'Green Highway'
'This is the latest development in our objective to increase usage of the Ship Canal as a logistics hub that drives down cost and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.'
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112494/First_ever_cargo_transport_on_UK_Green_Highway19 April 2012 - Cruise safety panel named
THE Cruise Lines International Association today appointed an independent panel to vet safety policy changes in the wake of the Costa Concordia tragedy.
http://www.fairplay.co.uk/
http://www.fairplay.co.uk/secure/display.aspx?articlename=dn002012041900001719 April 2012 - Keeping the turbines turning
Life on the small support vessels which serve windfarms raises questions about safety
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article396621.ece19 April 2012 - Container pricing
The challenge is to prove that box shipping really can consistently earn a decent rate of return
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article396584.ece19 April 2012 - Calais intermodal project gets huge cash injection
Road-rail terminal, which seeks to link France with China, wins €30 million investment
http://www.ifw-net.com/freightpubs/ifw/index.htm
http://www.ifw-net.com/freightpubs/ifw/article.htm?artid=20017954135&src=rss19 April 2012 - Tech group wins $60 million order for energy efficient propulsion systems
New vessels will incorporate energy efficiency and environmental technologies.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112456/Tech_group_wins_60_million_order_for_energy_efficient_propulsion_systems19 April 2012 - First project cargo for Manchester Ship Canal’s barge service
This is the latest development in the objective to increase usage of the Ship Canal as a logistics hub that drives down cost and CO2 emissions. Until now the barge service operating between Liverpool and Manchester, a ‘Green Highway’ alternative to using the motorway network, has carried only containerized cargo. The transporting of a giant chemicals tank along the canal signalled the start of non-containerized traffic
www.porttechnology.org
http://www.porttechnology.org/news/first_project_cargo_for_manchester_ship_canals_barge_service?utm_source=Port+Technology+Newsletter&utm_campaign=2a018 April 2012 - Indian shipbuilding industry to grow at CAGR of 8% by 2015: Assocham
The Indian shipbuilding and ship repair industry is expected to grow from a current level of Rs73.1bn to reach Rs92bn ($1.75bn) by 2015 at compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 8%, according to a new study by apex industry body Assocham.
http://www.ship-technology.com/
http://www.ship-technology.com/news/newsindian-shipbuilding-industry-to-grow-at-cagr-of-8-by-2015-assocham18 April 2012 - Indian shipbuilding industry to grow at CAGR of 8% by 2015: Assocham
The Indian shipbuilding and ship repair industry is expected to grow from a current level of Rs73.1bn to reach Rs92bn ($1.75bn) by 2015 at compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 8%, according to a new study by apex industry body Assocham.
http://www.marcom.no/
http://www.ship-technology.com/news/newsindian-shipbuilding-industry-to-grow-at-cagr-of-8-by-2015-assocham18 April 2012 - Shipping to benefit from macroeconomic stability
BIMCO ‘cautiously optimistic’ on higher global growth
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/finance/article396503.ece18 April 2012 - Sub-panamax boxship chartering markets remain depressed
Overcapacity caps rates gains but size sector could see shift in interest from more expensive panamax vessels
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article396481.ece18 April 2012 - Environment, safety and financial matters in focus
ENVIRONMENTAL, safety and financial issues will be the main focus of next week's Singapore Maritime Week.
http://www.fairplay.co.uk/
http://www.fairplay.co.uk/secure/display.aspx?articlename=dn002012041800000418 April 2012 - Dutch propose floating ports
Dutch architect Dutch Docklands have put forward a project to build floating ports and floating roads on platforms that would be anchored in the sea.
http://www.portstrategy.com
http://www.portstrategy.com/news101/europe/dutch-propose-floating-ports18 April 2012 - Students release environmental data gathering 'drifters'
To date, 1,250 ocean buoys, deployed by scientists or students, are drifting in the world's oceans.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112430/Students_release_environmental_data_gathering_drifters18 April 2012 - Canada and US to join forces in tackling Arctic issues
'There's a recognition now there are different kinds of security issues, including shipping traffic, potentially drug traffickers, and environmental spills.'
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112428/Canada_and_US_to_join_forces_in_tackling_Arctic_issues18 April 2012 - DNV and KOGAS to work together on LNG research
Both parties to co-organise conferences and cooperate on Research and Development throughout the LNG value chain.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112426/DNV_and_KOGAS_to_work_together_on_LNG_research17 April 2012 - Consolidation is critical to survival
No carrier can operate giant boxships alone, CMA CGM vice-president tells conference
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article396290.ece17 April 2012 - Environmental regulations spurring research, innovation
Design envelope 'pushed in every direction' amid greater demand for ship efficiency, says BIMCO's Watchkeeper.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112398/Environmental_regulations_spurring_research_innovation17 April 2012 - European Commission to fund LNG bunkering research project
As well as developing a master plan for the development of LNG, project will also look to examine potential for Europe's Atlantic islands in becoming refuelling points for LNG-powered vessels.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112394/European_Commission_to_fund_LNG_bunkering_research_project17 April 2012 - Environmental NGOs leading the fight for marine litter targets
Calling for European countries to set a 50% litter reduction target ahead of the July deadline this year.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112387/Environmental_NGOs_leading_the_fight_for_marine_litter_targets16 April 2012 - WWL 'on track' with 30% CO2 reduction target
Maintains it global low-sulphur fuel policy and says environmental performance is 'a key success factor' for the future.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112375/WWL_on_track_with_30_CO2_reduction_target16 April 2012 - China and Germany sign MoU to build onshore power systems for vessels
Countries agree to develop exhibition project in Shanghai and Hamburg
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article396181.ece16 April 2012 - Vila do Conde terminal tender
Northern Brazil's Pará state dock company (CDP) is to build and operate a multipurpose terminal at the port of Vila do Conde.
http://www.portstrategy.com
http://www.portstrategy.com/news101/americas/vila-do-conde-terminal-tender16 April 2012 - Qatar to place contracts worth $7.4bn
Qatar is to place three contracts shortly as part of the $7.4bn development of a new port.
http://www.portstrategy.com
http://www.portstrategy.com/news101/middle-east/qatar-to-place-contracts-worth-$7.4bn16 April 2012 - Shanghai box throughput growth slows in first quarter
Port performance in line with forecasts as Chinese growth slows
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ports-and-logistics/article396156.ece14 April 2012 - Can this all be true?
Good for the environment! No risk of oil pollution fines! Reduced operating costs!
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/forum/blogs/70/112359/Craig-Carter/Can-this-all-be-true14 April 2012 - Informal deal to reduce bureaucracy on Europe's oceans
Deal would help prevent and tackle maritime pollution, protect ships against piracy and create European maritime space without barriers.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112356/Informal_deal_to_reduce_bureaucracy_on_Europe_s_oceans14 April 2012 - Nominations open for sustainable transportation solutions
'It's the great ideas, innovations and technologies that helps build a sustainable future,' says DNV Group CEO.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112355/Nominations_open_for_sustainable_transportation_solutions13 April 2012 - Maintaining standards
It is tempting to put off maintenance in tough times, but today’s ships are supervised far more closely than any earlier generations
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article396122.ece13 April 2012 - Report: Arctic opportunities fraught with environmental risks
'There is a clear need for sustained investment in Arctic research,' said chief executive of Lloyd's.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112338/Report_Arctic_opportunities_fraught_with_environmental_risks13 April 2012 - Shippers braced for more Asia-Europe rate rises
Most lines will be seeking an extra $400 to $450 per teu on May 1
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article396099.ece13 April 2012 - 13/04/2012 - Public consultation on a review of EU passenger ship safety legislation (deadline 5/07/2012)
http://ec.europa.eu/dgs/energy_transport/index_en.htm
http://ec.europa.eu/transport/maritime/consultations/2012-07-05-passenger-ship-safety_en.htm13 April 2012 - Japan advises against European Commission regulations
'The development of a European regional measure could damage the trade route between Japan and Europe.'
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112322/Japan_advises_against_European_Commission_regulations13 April 2012 - New report: Shell to focus on LNG fuel for ships
As its overall energy efficiency worsens, the company looks at ways to improve fuel efficiency and cut carbon dioxide emissions.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112318/New_report_Shell_to_focus_on_LNG_fuel_for_ships13 April 2012 - Mariners,Marine Technologists and Masters Degrees
A discussion on professional maritime qualifications
www.imarest.org
http://www.imarest.org/Publications/MarineEngineersReview.aspx13 April 2012 - New builds 'cut fuel consumption by 26%'
'Tremendous differences' in containership designs make newbuilds worthwhile, says Technomar Shipping Inc.
www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112348?tag=45-77834-37368649-0-SS13 April 2012 - Agreement on regulation regarding double-hull oil tankers
An international set of rules, preventing pollution from tankers, prescribes that tankers carrying oil must be constructed with double-hull or a similar solution to minimise the risk of oil pollution.
www.hellenicshippingnews.com
http://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/News.aspx?ElementId=4ceb3c9b-b201-46e6-b730-f26cd41fa50413 April 2012 - Batteries now included
As part of the FELLOWSHIP project, a hybrid energy system is currently being developed for installation aboard the offhsore supply vessel Viking Lady
www.imarest.org
http://www.imarest.org/Publications/MarineEngineersReview.aspx13 April 2012 - Ballast water chaos
IMO draft ballast water sampling and analysis guidelines could be very damaging to owners if adopted
www.imarest.org
http://www.imarest.org/Publications/MarineEngineersReview.aspx13 April 2012 - Hybrid car carrier launched
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has launched the hybrid car carrier designed to generate zero emissions while in port.
www.imarest.org
http://www.imarest.org/Publications/MarineEngineersReview.aspx13 April 2012 - Developing submarine escape systems
The construction of onboardf escape system for the new Italian navy submarines
www.imarest.org
http://www.imarest.org/Publications/MarineEngineersReview.aspx13 April 2012 - Driving fuel costs down
The impetus to reduce fuel costs with minimal capital investment has shone the spotlight on propellers and thrusters together with methods of reducing hull friction
www.imarest.org
http://www.imarest.org/Publications/MarineEngineersReview.aspx12 April 2012 - Wind energy vessels to double in a year
Fledgling sector is growing, in spite of obstacles such as energy policies and costs
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article396026.ece12 April 2012 - Doha leaves paper behind
A new state of the art terminal operating system (TOS) is in operation at Doha Port, Qatar – a strategic move into automation from a paper based operating system previously used to handle throughput at the terminal.
http://www.portstrategy.com
http://www.portstrategy.com/news101/news-extra/doha-leaves-paper-behind12 April 2012 - KPI Project Passes 1,000 Vessel Milestone
The Shipping Key Performance Indicator Project, initiated by InterManager but now administered by the independent KPI Association Ltd, has passed an important milestone. Performance statistics from more than 1,000 vessels are now being inputted into the project’s website – enabling the KPI system to produce informative and meaningful performance measurements for the industry
www.joc.com
http://www.joc.com/press-release/kpu-project-passes-1000-vessel-milestone12 April 2012 - Latest technological developments in vessel tracking and monitoring
VTS equipment is rapidly evolving following trends set in onboard navigation systems as well as trends expanding from other sectors such as the military and air traffic management.
www.porttechnology.org
http://www.porttechnology.org/technical_papers/latest_technological_developments_in_vessel_tracking_and_monitoring/12 April 2012 - First quarter of 2012 saw an additional 24.2 million dwt of dry bulk carriers entering the fleet
The inflow of newbuilt dry bulk vessels was larger than expected in the first quarter of 2012. As much as 24.2 million DWT were added to the fleet.
www.hellenicshippingnews.com
http://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/News.aspx?ElementId=df297b14-921f-4aeb-afa8-0302de2c12df12 April 2012 - Between a rock and a hard place
Shipmanagers have to contend with the conflicting needs of cash-strapped owners and over-zealous regulators
www.imarest.org
http://www.imarest.org/Newsroom/tabid/216/ctl/ArticleView/mid/606/articleId/1725/Between-a-rock-and-hard-place.aspx11 April 2012 - MV Tønsberg Roll-On / Roll-Off Vessel
The world's largest roll-on / roll-off vessel, MV Tønsberg, is the first of four Mark V class Ro Ro vessels of the Norwegian shipping company Wilh. Wilhelmsen.
http://www.ship-technology.com/
http://www.ship-technology.com/projects/mv-tonsberg-roro-vessel/11 April 2012 - Government must review tax and crew rules, says chamber
VAT and other levies make up 22% of costs while the state is also a factor in port charges and vessel manning levels
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article395916.ece11 April 2012 - Build in China to borrow in China
Owners who order from China shipyards will find the banks more forthcoming
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/finance/article395906.ece11 April 2012 - Greek-owned shipping tops record 264m dwt
Survey shows more capacity but a shrinking home-flagged fleet
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article395902.ece11 April 2012 - Brokers gloomy on boxship charter prospects
Hamburg optimism unfounded, say London counterparts
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article395892.ece11 April 2012 - CO2 tipping point
Shipowners need support in a new era of emissions regulation
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article395857.ece11 April 2012 - US in move to align maritime rules with international conventions
US Coast Guard wants bunkering activities and oil systems failures to be entered into oil record book.
www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112241?tag=45-77692-37368649-0-SS11 April 2012 - Members urged to idenify sources of ECA compliant fuel
'Failure to comply can subject the vessel to civil penalties up to $25,000 per day of violation.'
www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112279?tag=45-77692-37368649-0-SS11 April 2012 - Performance measurement systems passes important milestone
'Ensuring the standards within our industry are kept high.'
www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112274?tag=45-77692-37368649-0-SS11 April 2012 - Industry analysts expect global box traffic to rise despite fall in February volumes
Containerized trade drops but analysts expect volumes to pick up in the months ahead
www.porttechnology.org
http://www.porttechnology.org/news/Industry_analysts_expect_global_box_traffic_to_rise_depsite_fall_in_Februar11 April 2012 - Xiamen planning construction of China’s first fully automated container terminal
Developers will install the latest automated loading and unloading technologies, to create China’s first commercially-operated, zero-emission, and fully automated terminal. Upon completion the Yuanhai terminal is expected to increase its throughput capacity by up to 70 percent.
www.porttechnology.org
http://www.porttechnology.org/news/xiamen_planning_construction_of_chinas_first_fully_automated_container_term11 April 2012 - Commitment to alternative fuels 'not about saving the earth'
US Navy officials continue to defend commitment to alternative fuels.
www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112262?tag=45-77692-37368649-0-SS10 April 2012 - Clean Shipping Project recognises classification society
Project is aimed at giving charterers a clearer view of the environmental performance of shipping providers.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112215/Clean_Shipping_Project_recognises_classification_society10 April 2012 - Port information products launched
- Shipping Guides Ltd has introduced FindaportCD and FindaportAPI, two new products designed to simplify access to port information.
http://www.thedigitalship.com
http://www.thedigitalship.com/conferences/2006/displaynews.asp?NewsID=210910 April 2012 - Industry facing design challenges
Decades’ worth of ship performance data from AP Moller Maersk highlights concerns over design approval
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article395743.ece10 April 2012 - Canada invests in a sustainable shipping future
Action plan also looks to strengthen Canada's tanker safety regime and support responsible development.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112195/Canada_invests_in_a_sustainable_shipping_future10 April 2012 - Japanese to set standards for LNG fuelled vessesls
Japanese transport ministry plans to draw up safety standards by March 2013.
www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112210?tag=45-77614-37368649-0-SS10 April 2012 - Hong Kong: Switch to low sulphur fuel should be 'compulory'
'The voluntary approach is no way to go about making our air safe.'
www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112220?tag=45-77614-37368649-0-SS10 April 2012 - US opens first bio-fuel refinery
Facility dedicated to producing bio-based versions of the range of fuels more commonly made from petroleum
www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112222?tag=45-77614-37368649-0-SS#10 April 2012 - New LNG Carrier has tri-fuel design
Ship can run on fuel oil, marine diesel/gas oil and natural gas.
www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112230?tag=45-77614-37368649-0-SS9 April 2012 - Integration toolkit targets ECDIS manufacturers
- Cambridge Pixel, a developer of sensor processing and display solutions, has introduced its SPx-ECDIS radar kit, which aims to allow systems integrators building Windows-based ECDIS for commercial ships to add a variety of data interfaces to their equipment.
http://www.thedigitalship.com
http://www.thedigitalship.com/conferences/2006/displaynews.asp?NewsID=21109 April 2012 - Record number of bulkers scrapped in first quarter of 2012
Smaller, older vessels head for demolition
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article395706.ece9 April 2012 - Boxship scrapping accelerates
Ships of 2,000 teu-3,000 teu head to the breakers
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article395710.ece9 April 2012 - Box lines make rate increases stick
Indices show that shippers prepared to pay more
http://www.lloydslist.com
http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article395667.ece7 April 2012 - Safety
Safety has remained a high priority, with the UK Chamber of Shipping campaining for certainty on the future of the coastguard and emergency towing vessels and for effective offshore regulations
http://www.british-shipping.org/publications/
http://content.yudu.com/A1vzbd/CoSAnnualReview2012/resources/index.htm?referrerUrl=7 April 2012 - Merchant Navy Training Board
Funding issues threaten the gains made to officer training numbers over the past decade as well as affecting the availability of new rating apprentices programmes
http://www.british-shipping.org/publications/
http://content.yudu.com/A1vzbd/CoSAnnualReview2012/resources/index.htm?referrerUrl=6 April 2012 - Living in a fossil fuel world until 2035
Changes in entire infrastructure dynamics will have huge implications on the transportation systems as well as the environment strategies in the coming years.
http://www.sustainableshipping.com
http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112133/Living_in_a_fossil_fuel_world_until_20356 April 2012 - Japan wakes up to the China challenge
Global economic downturn has pushed Japan and China into a state of interdependence that is expected to influence much of the maritime sector
www.fairplay.co.uk
http://www.fairplay.co.uk/ThisWeek.aspx6 April 2012 - Space station keeps watch on world's sea traffic
An investigation hosted by ESA in its Columbus space module has been tetsing the viability of monitoring global maritime traffic from the space station's orbit hundreds of miles above since June 2010
www.nasa.gov
http://en.portnews.ru/digest/2612/6 April 2012 - LNG infrastructure project in finalising stages
Reports provide recommendations for setting up LNG supply network to make LNG a competitive fuel in Europe
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112153?tag=45-77392-37368649-0-SS6 April 2012 - WPTS: Shipping needs to adopt nuclear fuel
LNG and oil shipping executive recommends creating 'mega ports' serviced by big nuclear-powered ships
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112157?tag=45-77392-37368649-0-SS5 April 2012 - UK urged to target shipping emissions by end of 2012
'If we don't include these sectors, that would in effect be a lowering of the UK's carbon targets,' says David Kennedy.
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112125/UK_urged_to_target_shipping_emissions_by_end_of_20125 April 2012 - Hong Kong 'fully determined' to tighten sulphur standards
Pressure growing to target shipping emissions as part of efforts to tackle air pollution in the region.
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112122/Hong_Kong_fully_determined_to_tighten_sulphur_standards5 April 2012 - Port information products launched
- Shipping Guides Ltd has introduced FindaportCD and FindaportAPI, two new products designed to simplify access to port information.
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http://www.thedigitalship.com/conferences/2006/displaynews.asp?NewsID=21095 April 2012 - Box lines make rate increases stick
Index shows that shippers accept price hikes
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http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article395667.ece5 April 2012 - Shipowners must do more to prevent engineroom fires
Adhering to Solas amendments ‘has slipped’, Gard says
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http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article395621.ece5 April 2012 - China’s accidents surge as owners slash safety spending
Shipping sources blame poor market conditions
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http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article395616.ece5 April 2012 - Shipping firms slash in bid to stay above water
Glut of new vessels, economic downturn pummel bottom lines. There are stormy economic conditions ahead for the global shipping industry, because the profitability of cargo freight operators is sinking. This is due to a sharp jump in the supply of ships throughout the world
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http://www.bairdmaritime.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=12837:shipping-firms-slash-in-bid-to-stay-above-water&catid=111:general-ship5 April 2012 - Container shipping industry faces test of resolve
The perception might be that the industry has turned a corner and the extremely low freight rates seen on the Asia-North Europe trade at the end of last year are now behind us. We concur with this general view to an extent and we forecast that east-west freight rates including fuel will rise by as much 13.7% this year,
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http://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/News.aspx?ElementId=e13411a3-8eb7-422b-81c1-8d1dab75e0b15 April 2012 - Floating Cities
What manner of luxury does the modern cruise ship have to offer its passengers
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http://eandt.theiet.org/index.cfm5 April 2012 - 5 April 2012: Chamber responds warmly to Committee on Climate Change report
Today the Chamber of Shipping, the UK shipping sector’s trade association, has responded warmly to the Committee on Climate Change’s report on carbon emission budgets.
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http://www.british-shipping.org/News/hot_off_the_press/5_april_2012_chamber_responds_warmly_to_committee_on_climate_change_report/5 April 2012 - Europe mulls hybrid security standards to bolster defence industry
The European Commission (EC) may include proposals for hybrid security standards in a future package of measures to support Europe's security businesses.
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http://www.janes.com/products/janes/defence-security-report.aspx?ID=10659666704 April 2012 - Green Marine continues to grow membership
Nanaimo Port Authority is the third organisation from Vancouver Island to join the environmental programme.
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112085/Green_Marine_continues_to_grow_membership4 April 2012 - Grant to support development of scrubber effluent treatment
Company is developing a prototype treatment device for the removal of hydrocarbons from sulphur scrubber systems.
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112077/Grant_to_support_development_of_scrubber_effluent_treatment4 April 2012 - Boxship charter rate gains stall
Larger vessels post biggest price gain on ConTex
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http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article395566.ece4 April 2012 - Diversify and prosper
Banks that keep faith with shipping course will benefit long term
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http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/finance/article395555.ece4 April 2012 - Box chartering market turns quiet
Easter break slows containership fixing
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http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article395529.ece4 April 2012 - German bank lends $19bn to shipping
KfW-Ipex has restructuring unit for KG vessels
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http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/finance/article395525.ece4 April 2012 - APL to cut carbon emissions by a third
Well-designed new tonnage to meet 2015 target
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http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article395496.ece4 April 2012 - Assisting shipowners in greener ship recycling processes
A helpful stepping stone towards the greener measures and procedures that the Convention is expected to bring to the ship recycling process
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112089?tag=45-77254-37368649-0-SS4 April 2012 - APL to cut emissions by 30% by 2015
Influx of new vessels and running at reduced speed has put the target within reach
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112088?tag=45-77254-37368649-0-SS4 April 2012 - Transnet to invest $4.3 billion to boost South Africa’s port operations
State port operator planning major expansion projects to cope with anticipated rise in South African volumes
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http://www.porttechnology.org/news/transnet_to_invest_4.3_billion_to_boost_south_africas_port_operations4 April 2012 - Control Technique installs diesel saving system on 12 RTGs at Felixstowe Port
Diesel usage reduced by 25 percent per crane with installation of drive-based system
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http://www.porttechnology.org/news/felixstowe_port_installs_control_techniques_diesel_saving_system_on_12_rtgs4 April 2012 - Planned Baltic LNG terminal could serve shipping
Major new terminal proposed by Finnish company could be ready to offer LNG for shipping by end of 2015.
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112040?tag=45-77183-37368649-0-SS4 April 2012 - ASIS International release its Organizational Resilience Maturity Model
Security Management
http://www.securitymanagement.com/news/asis-international-releases-organizational-resilience-maturity-model-ansi-standard-0097624 April 2012 - LPG/LNG vessels dominate newbuilding orders
A few years back, LPG and LNG shipping were considered a niche segment of the market. Today these segments offer the best growth opportunities and for the moment they present no issues of oversupply.
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http://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/News.aspx?ElementId=3f96b8c7-c2ef-48a5-b3cb-be3a2d67bd3b4 April 2012 - Forum looks at preparation for next generation shipping regulations
Representatives from the maritime industry meet to discuss how incoming regulations will be impacting the industry
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112076?tag=45-77254-37368649-0-SS4 April 2012 - Research programme to focus on ships operating in harsh ocean conditions
Research will focus on topics including ballast water management, corrosion protection of ships and produced water management
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112053?tag=45-77183-37368649-0-SS#3 April 2012 - Maersk to super-slow steam on five Europe-Asia containership loops
Transit times will increase by a week but five more vessels to be absorbed into services
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http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/containers/article395425.ece3 April 2012 - Slow and green
Letting economic factors create environmental improvements remains one of the best ways of greening shipping
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http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article395389.ece3 April 2012 - ECDIS procedures guide published
- Witherby Seamanship International has published an �ECDIS Procedures Guide�, containing recommendations regarding the use of ECDIS for navigation for voyage planning and while at sea, designed to accompany a ship�s safety management system (SMS).
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http://www.thedigitalship.com/conferences/2006/displaynews.asp?NewsID=21013 April 2012 - China's consumers willing to pay for greener products
Organisations that fail to implement carbon reduction strategies risk missing out on the spending power of emerging economies.
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112013/China_s_consumers_willing_to_pay_for_greener_products3 April 2012 - Collaboration to expand maritime R&D in Britain
Combining the strengths of business and academia to stimulate practical innovation that supports sustainable industry.
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112012/Collaboration_to_expand_maritime_R_D_in_Britain3 April 2012 - ICS joins EU Transparency Register
International Chamber of Shipping has become the 5,000th organisation to sign up
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112050?tag=45-77183-37368649-0-SS3 April 2012 - Dual-fuel engines for Russain LNG new builds
The first vessel is expected to commence commercial operation in the fourth quarter of 2013.
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112030?tag=45-77183-37368649-0-SS3 April 2012 - Cruise new build to get energy efficient systems
Systems will optimise fuel consumption for TUI Cruises's first newbuild vessel.
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112018?tag=45-77183-37368649-0-SS3 April 2012 - Ballast water regulation deadline approaching
New regulations from June 21 will require ships to treat ballast water and regularly remove hull fouling
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/2012/3/112052?tag=45-77183-37368649-0-SS2 April 2012 - California district offers $10 million to reduce marine engine pollution
Grants covering up to 80% of the cost of marine engine replacement are available.
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i112003/California_district_offers_10_million_to_reduce_marine_engine_pollution2 April 2012 - Wartsila to host shipping environmental efficiency webinar
Webinar set to focus on technologies designed to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
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http://www.sustainableshipping.com/news/i111996/Wartsila_to_host_shipping_environmental_efficiency_webinar2 April 2012 - Shipping to compete for diesel fuel
Calls to match land transport requirements could ease supply fears
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http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article395324.ece2 April 2012 - Flux Drive wins award
Innovative fuel-saving system hailed as valuable contribution to green ship technology
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http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article395322.ece2 April 2012 - Fuel efficiency counts for charterers
Naive to think cargo owners have no interest in fuel bills, says Cargill’s
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http://www.lloydslist.com/ll/sector/ship-operations/article395320.ece2 April 2012 - Highest oil demand since 2008 lift VLCC tankers
Owners of VLCC tankers have something to cheer for once again, as shipbrokers are hailing the sector for its performance, on the back that currently there is greater oil demand than at any time since the economic turmoil of the autumn of 2008.
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http://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/News.aspx?ElementId=12711943-0102-4d8c-b013-f12db765934e2 April 2012 - Second World Ports and Trade Summit officially opens in Abu Dhabi
The second World Ports & Trade Summit officially opened today in the UAE capital of Abu Dhabi
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