Poseidon principles: big banks align to launch new green charter for shipping
A selection of the world’s biggest banks have joined forces with the Global Maritime Forum and other industry leaders to develop the Poseidon Principles, a world-first…
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On-board with theDOCK innovation hub
theDOCK innovation hub, an Israeli business and technology accelerator, promises to ‘accelerate your start-up to an ocean of possibilities.’…
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Backing biofuels: will the shipping industry ever get on board?
Years after biofuels were first raised as an option for the marine industry, uptake remains incredibly limited. Will a…
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Mediterranean migrants and Italy: bad news for shippers too?
In June, Italy’s new coalition government announced plans to close the country’s ports to NGO rescue ships following concerns…
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Ready for the spotlight: emerging ports in Africa
The potential of Africa’s shipping sector is vast, but the continent runs the risk of sacrificing growth by not…
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200 years of the Sailors’ Society
In March, the Sailors’ Society celebrated its 200th anniversary. Patrick Kingsland sat down with the society’s CEO, Stuart Rivers,…
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Building up Nigeria’s shipping sector
Nigeria’s Maritime Administration and Safety Agency has developed a comprehensive shipping industry forecast to help provide certainty to investors…
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Shore leave: will a new standard protect seafarer rights?
International maritime law is supposed to protect the right to shore leave, but since 9/11 many seafarers have found…
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Is it time to talk about regulating autonomous ships?
With technology for unmanned ships developing rapidly, regulatory authorities are playing catch-up. A major new report commissioned by the…
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