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5-September-2023 4 min read
The Visakhapatnam International Cruise Terminal will begin operations in November
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An Inspiring Story of Samprity Bhattacharya: From Academic Setback to Maritime Innovation
Introduction: Sampriti Bhattacharyya, a young and determined entrepreneur from India, has captured the world’s attention with her remarkable journey in revolutionizing maritime transportation. Despite facing setbacks and failures, she overcame obstacles and built a groundbreaking electric hydrofoil named Navier 30. This article delves into the inspiring story of Sampriti Bhattacharyya,…
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Indian Government Undertakes 802 Sagarmala Projects with ₹5.60 Lakh Crore Cost

3-September-2023
The Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, announced that the Indian government has undertaken 802 Sagarmala projects across the country, with a total cost of ₹5.60 lakh…
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E-Boats Revolutionize Recreational Opportunities
3-September-2023
The electric boat industry is making waves in Northwest Michigan, with the state leading the charge in the development of electric-powered boats, solar-powered boats, and marine-based charging stations. At a…
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1881 Shipwreck Discovered Intact in Lake Michigan

2-September-2023
After 142 years, the wreckage of the schooner Trinidad, which sank in Lake Michigan in 1881, has finally been discovered. Shipwreck hunters Brendon Baillod and Robert Jaeck found the impressively…
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Marine Insurers Issue Safe Carriage Guidelines for Electric Vehicles

2-September-2023
The International Union of Marine Insurance (IUMI) has released new recommendations for the safe transportation of electric vehicles (EVs) on ships. The move comes in response to concerns within the…
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August saw a significant increase in waiting times at the Panama Canal.
2-September-2023
The average wait time for unbooked ships at the Panama Canal has increased by 44% to 59% in the last month due to a prolonged drought and resulting restrictions on…
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Jamaica Welcomes First Floating Dock

1-September-2023
German Ship Repair Jamaica Limited (GSRJ) has received its first floating dock in Jamaica. The 215 meter-long Panamax-size dock arrived in Kingston on August 24, 2023, and will be commissioned…
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Importance of Inland Waterways and Global Maritime India Summit, 2023 (GMIS)
1-September-2023
The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways and Ayush, Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated a roadshow on the Global Maritime India Summit, 2023 (GMIS) in Shillong. Sonowal highlighted the importance of…
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Cost Gap Between Ammonia and Conventional Fuel for Ships Could Narrow by 2026, Analysis Finds

31-August-2023
A new analysis by the Global Maritime Forum suggests that the cost difference between using zero-emission ammonia and conventional fuel for ships could narrow before 2030, possibly as early as…
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Kongsberg Digital to Provide Methanol Dual-Fuel Engine
31-August-2023
Kongsberg Digital has announced that it will be providing a second Full Mission K-Sim Engine simulator package to the Danish training institute Aarhus Maskinmesterskole (AAMS). The package, which is scheduled…
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OSV Industry’s Remarkable Rebound: From Trough to Triumph

31-August-2023
The offshore supply vessel (OSV) industry has experienced a strong revival after a challenging decade. Market conditions have improved, and corporate activities have recaptured investors’ attention. Standard Supply, a spin-off…
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Cruise Services to Begin from VICT in Visakhapatnam in November 2023
31-August-2023
Cruise services are set to begin from the Visakhapatnam International Cruise Terminal (VICT) in November 2023. The aim is to attract international tourists and put Visakhapatnam on the global cruise…
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Concerns Rise as Another Humpback Whale Collision Occurs off B.C.’s Coast
31-August-2023
Local First Nations and researchers are expressing concern after another humpback whale was apparently hit off the coast of British Columbia. BC Ferries, which operates in the area, has reported…
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India’s Maritime Initiatives: Significance, Ambition, and Strategic Importance
30-August-2023
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, emphasized the historical significance of India’s maritime initiatives in South Asia under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. His remarks…
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Jamaica and Canada Sign Agreement for Seafarer Recognition
30-August-2023
Jamaica and Canada have signed a Reciprocal Recognition Agreement that will allow seafarers from both countries to work on ships sailing under the Jamaican or Canadian flags. The agreement was…
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Increase in Foreign Seafarers on Longline Fishing Vessels Due to Labor Shortages
30-August-2023
The Ministry of Justice in South Korea has approved a proposal to increase the number of foreign seafarers on longline fishing vessels by 2,500 individuals. This decision was made in…
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Maersk’s Methanol-Fueled Containership Makes History in Shipping Industry
29-August-2023
Maersk’s new feeder ship, the first methanol-fueled containership, has completed its maiden voyage, making history in the shipping industry. The vessel, ordered by A.P. Moller – Maersk, arrived in Rotterdam…
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Is Sargassum Responsible for the Bermuda Triangle Myth?

29-August-2023
For years, the Bermuda Triangle has been associated with the mysterious disappearance of ships and aircraft. Some have suggested that the Sargasso Sea, which lies within the Bermuda Triangle, could…
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UP Chief Minister advocates for establishment of state waterways authority
29-August-2023
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has called for the appointment of eminent experts for key positions in the state’s proposed Inland Water Transport Authority. He suggests that the transport…
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Close Contact Identification Algorithm (CCIA): Tracking and Isolating Potential Virus Spreaders in Confined Spaces
29-August-2023
Researchers from Korea Maritime and Ocean University (KMOU) have developed a novel algorithm called the close contact identification algorithm (CCIA) to effectively identify close contacts in confined environments like ships.…
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World’s First Ship with an ‘AI Engineer’ Constructed by HD KSOE
28-August-2023
South Korea’s shipbuilding company HD Korea Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (HD KSOE) has built and delivered the world’s first ship with an AI engineer. The vessel, a 180,000-ton LNG-powered bulk…
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