The International Maritime Organization (IMO) celebrates the Day of the Seafarer on June 25, focusing on the #SafetyTipsAtSea campaign for 2024. Seafarers are encouraged to share their safety tips and showcase their workplace practices. The initiative aims to highlight their contributions to safety in the maritime sector. The campaign urges participation from seafarers, organizations, and the public to honor their dedication.
During DNV’s Maritime Energy Transition Summit 2024, CEO Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen discussed the challenges of adopting alternative fuels in the shipping industry. He emphasized the need for stakeholders to take action to promote a greener future and highlighted the potential of biofuels and energy efficiency technologies. Digitalization and the safety of seafarers were also highlighted as crucial factors in the industry’s decarbonization efforts.
RightShip has announced a partnership with Napier Port to implement RightShip’s innovative RightPort risk solution at the New Zealand port. This agreement will make Napier the first port in New Zealand to adopt this pioneering technology, which aims to enhance maritime safety and sustainability.
