The Arab Shipbuilding and Repair Yard Company (ASRY) has successfully completed repairs on the Torm Venture, a cargo tanker owned by Denmark’s Torm. Project Manager Mahmood Hassan highlighted the challenge of finishing in 14 days instead of the estimated 18. Torm’s Dry Dock Manager praised ASRY for exceeding expectations in quality and timing.
The Directorate General of Shipping has condemned MSC Ship Management for negligence in the MV ELSA 3 rescue efforts near Kochi. Highlighting environmental risks, it warned that legal action will follow if oil extraction doesn’t start within 48 hours, jeopardizing local fishing communities’ livelihoods amid ongoing pollution challenges.
Shipowners are increasingly registering vessels for the FuelEU Maritime initiative, set to start in 2026. Peter Czaga from the European Commission noted that about 18,000 ships have signed up. The surge in inquiries highlights the complexities of compliance and the challenges in meeting the EU’s decarbonization goals in maritime transport.
