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Napier Port and Rightship Join Forces To Pioneer Maritime Safety And Sustainability - Merchant Navy Info - news

Napier Port And Rightship Join Forces To Pioneer Maritime Safety And Sustainability

RightShip has announced a partnership with Napier Ports to bring RightShip’s innovative RightPort risk solution to New Zealand ports. The agreement will make Napier the first port in New Zealand to implement this breakthrough technology, which aims to improve maritime safety and sustainability. RightPort is an innovative digital solution that screens incoming vessels using risk-based […]

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Do you know what GT and DWT measure in a ship?

Shipping industry professionals are familiar with terms such as “gross tonnage,” “dead tonnage,” “net tonnage,”. And many other terms regularly encountered in ship -related information sources. However, it’s not always easy to differentiate between them, especially if you’re new to the industry. Have you ever wondered about the difference between gross tonnage and deadweight tonnage?

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Key Requirements For The Inspection And Testing Of Automatic Sprinkler Systems

The Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) has issued a Maritime Notice applicable to all Bahamian vessels equipped with automatic sprinkler systems of an approved type that comply with the requirements of the Fire Protection Systems Regulations in accordance with SOLAS II Regulations 10.4, 10.5 and 10.6  Two or any other IMO code. The BMA reports that

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Europe is buying Russian oil via India at record rates in 2023 despite the Ukraine war - Merchant Navy Info - new news (1)

Europe is buying Russian oil via India at record rates in 2023 despite the Ukraine war

Amid European sanctions, India is profiting from importing cheap Russian crude oil. And selling the same refined crude at full price in the EU market. I would like to receive emails about offers, events and updates from The Independent.  Imports of refined oil from India to the EU increased to record levels in 2023. And

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Optimarin Crew Training is Key Element in BWTS Installations - Merchant Navy Info

Optimarin: Crew Training is Key Element in BWTS Installations

Inappropriate operation of a ballast water treatment system (BWTS) can result in added costs, delays, and obedience issues for shipowners. The Norwegian BWTS supplier Optimarin highlights the significance of crew training in a BWTS installation to ensure smooth-running ballasting operations. Ballast water treatment is new for shipping, and crew training is still being done about it. It

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Environmental Groups Push For Zero-emissions Policy In Arctic Shipping - Merchant Navy Info (1)

Environmental Groups Push For Zero-emissions Policy In Arctic Shipping

In a recent open letter to the Arctic Council, Bellona and the Alliance requested that a concrete zero-emissions policy be established for Arctic shipping. All Arctic nations voluntarily implement the IMO resolution that urges the use of cleaner alternative fuels in or near the Arctic. In particular, reducing ongoing pollution from black carbon, carving out

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GMS A Surprisingly Hushed Start To Ship Recycling In 2024 - Merchant Navy Info

GMS: A Surprisingly Hushed Start To Ship Recycling In 2024

According to GMS’s latest weekly ship recycling report. The ship recycling markets in Pakistan and Bangladesh have stabilized and shown increased activity at higher rates during the last five weeks. Additionally, the long-awaited Chinese New Year holidays have finally arrived worldwide. However, the start of ship recycling in 2024 has been quieter than expected. Elections

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