Perched atop the Souda Mountains in the Abha region of Asir province in southern Saudi Arabia is a modest museum created by Halima Asiri. Passionate about old Saudi heritage, Asiri established the Tahlel Museum in a small traditional house. The museum showcases Al-Qatt Al-Asiri art, traditional attire, antiques, and more.
Lloyd’s Register (LR) approves Seaspan Corporation’s next generation feeder vessel design, convertible from LNG to ammonia. This AiP project reflects Seaspan’s commitment to decarbonization. Collaborating with Technolog and LR, Seaspan anticipates future challenges in the shipping industry. Phase 2 focuses on a dual-fuel ammonia feed vessel for decarbonization journey.
More than 100 Alumacraft Boat Co. workers were laid off this week, marking the second round of job cuts in eight months by parent company BRP. St. Peter Mayor Shanon Nowell expressed disappointment, hoping those affected will find new jobs in the region. The layoffs were due to softening consumer demand in the boat industry.
Proman Stena Bulk christened the Stena Prosperous, the final methanol-powered tanker in a joint venture with Stena Bulk. The vessel received 1,340 tonnes of methanol blend in Singapore, achieving significant CO2e savings. The six-vessel fleet is operated by Northern Marine Group and benefits from the LEMSCO Fund for sustainable investments.
Yemen’s Houthis claimed attacks on three ships in the Red Sea, Mediterranean Sea, and Arabian Sea. However, the ship manager in the Mediterranean reported no signs of an incident. The Houthi attacks are part of a campaign in solidarity with Palestinians. The US reported no injuries from recent missile launches.
The European Commission has referred Italy to the Court of Justice of the EU for failing to implement the Directive on maritime spatial planning. This Directive aims to promote a sustainable blue economy, conservation of marine ecosystems, and the objectives of the European Green Deal. Italy has not submitted its maritime spatial plans as required.
A.P. Moller Capital and an Indian entity signed an MoU to establish a joint venture, aiming to expand their transport and logistics portfolio in India. Managed by Robert M Uggla, it focuses on critical infrastructure investments in transportation and energy transition. With plans to invest over $750mn in South and Southeast Asia, A.P. Moller Capital is committed to sustainable growth.
The Bangladesh meteorological department reported a well-marked low over the Bay of Bengal has developed into a depression, moving northeast-wards. With maximum sustained wind speeds of 40-50 kph, maritime ports have been advised to hoist cautionary signals. The Indian Meteorological Department forecasts it could intensify into a severe cyclonic storm.
Lee Chi-kyung, Secretary of Maritime Industrial Technology at the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries, announced plans for an environmentally friendly shipping route connecting South Korean ports to Seattle and Tacoma. Ships ordered from Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries and HJ Shipbuilding for delivery between 2025 and 2026. EU’s Emissions Trading System to impact South Korean ships.
A new analysis of high seas salmon surveys led by researchers at the University of Alaska Fairbanks is providing valuable insights into salmon ecology in the North Pacific Ocean. The study integrates decades of international salmon research, revealing details about species distribution and temperature tolerances at sea. This comprehensive dataset will aid in understanding the impacts of climate change on salmon populations.
The Propeller Club of Port Everglades celebrated National Maritime Day at the Lauderdale Yacht Club, marking its 80th anniversary. The event included an invocation by Captain Kenny Collins and performances by musicians and comedians, with remarks from Florida State Senator Chip LaMarca. National Maritime Day commemorates the first successful Atlantic crossing with steam propulsion in 1819.
The UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, has expressed his government’s commitment to supporting the shipbuilding sector throughout the country. While…
Armed pirates recently hijacked a Thai tanker in the South China Sea near the Malaysian island of Tioman. The incident…
According to the NTSB, the pilot of a barge tug failed to respond to a strong outflow on the Ohio River, resulting in a collision during the 2023 flood. The tugboat, Queen City, struck the Vane Dike, causing $2 million in damage. The NTSB emphasized the dangers of high currents for vessels navigating inland rivers.
Russia’s Northern Sea Route is set to witness record transit traffic this summer, with over 200 permits issued by Rosatom for vessels. While mainly Russian-flagged ships provide relief supplies to the Arctic, an increasing number of foreign-flagged LNG tankers, crude oil tankers, and container ships are expected to travel the route.
