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Algoma selects Croatian firm Uljanik to build self-unloading bulk freighters
Canada-based dry bulk vessels operator Algoma Central has selected Croatian shipbuilder Uljanik to build three Seaway Max self-unloading bulk freighters.
Evergreen places order for ten class B-type vessels with Imabari
Evergreen Group has placed an order with Japanese shipbuilder Imabari for ten 2,800 TEU class B-type vessels.
Number of MLC non-compliance vessels increase by 4%, says ITF
The number of vessels that failed to comply with Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) standards has increased by 4% to 2,755 last year, according to the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF).
DryShips agrees to sell 17 vessels for $377m
Marine transportation services provider DryShips has signed a series of firm sales agreements to sell its 17 vessels for $377m.
Japan’s Mitsui and NYK Line sign deal for four LNG carriers
Japanese firms Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) and NYK Line, through their joint-venture (JV) companies with Chubu Electric Power, have placed orders for two liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers each.
Finland’s Valmet to provide automation system for Tallink’s LNG-powered vessel
Finnish company Valmet has secured a contract to provide an automation system for Tallink’s new-generation, LNG-powered fast ferry being built by the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland.
Canada’s Seafarers union sues CBSA over permits to foreign sailors
The Seafarers’ International Union of Canada (SIU) has filed a lawsuit against the Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) for granting temporary work permits to foreign maritime workers in Canadian waters.
Rolls-Royce showcases MTU propulsion systems at Cannes event
Rolls-Royce is showcasing the latest MTU propulsion systems and automation products for yachts at the ongoing Yachting Festival in Cannes, France.
UK launches new report on maritime industry
Industry leaders and the UK Government have launched a new maritime report at the London International Shipping Week being conducted until 11 September.
Inmarsat to provide satellite communications for autonomous ship project
British satellite telecommunications company Inmarsat has agreed to participate in a Rolls-Royce-led advanced autonomous waterborne applications initiative (AAWA) to develop the next-generation of advanced ship solutions.