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World’s First Ship-To-Ship Bunkering Of Green Methanol Completed In Ulsan

The world’s first ship-to-ship refueling of green methanol fuel was carried out on the 16,000-ton TEU container ship “ANE MAERSK.” Refueling took place at the Port of Ulsan, South Korea. ISSC-certified green bioethanol for the bunkering process was supplied by OCI Global. The Ministry of Maritime Affairs and also the Fisheries announced the completion of […]

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China’s research vessel headed to Maldives stopped by Indonesian Coast Guard: Report

The ICG stopped the Chinese government vessel “XIANG YANG HONG 03” on its route in the Sunda Strait area on February 1, as reported by the US Naval Institute. Maldives Foreign Ministry confirmed the report. They also said the Chinese vessel would not conduct research in Maldivian territory.  SUMMARY  The Indonesian Coast Guard (ICG) stopped

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India Navy Rescues Two Hijacked Vessels Off Somalia Coast In Two Days

The Indian Navy posted photos of the captured hijackers and their members. The Indian Navy has rescued two Hijacked Vessels off the coast of Somalia. Amid growing concerns about a possible resurgence of piracy in the region.  Rescue Hijacked Vessels by the warship  Sumitra took place within 36 hours of her arrival. Just a few

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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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Dark Ships – What are They, and Why are They a Problem?

A dark ships is a ship whose AIS (Automatic Identification System) is turned off or disabled. Therefore, it is still visible on radar but typically not on satellite/public surveillance systems. The practice of switching off AIS systems/transponders has been in place for several years. It is commonly associated with illegal activities such as illegal fishing

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Amid Red Sea Crisis, Ships Now Face Rise in Somali Piracy

Attacks on ships have increased piracy off the coast of Somalia since maritime security was disrupt. By Houthi militants in the Red Sea crisis in response to the war between Israel and Hamas. The Horn of Africa country has recorded five attacks on commercial vessels off its coast since November. Somalia Maritime Authority chief Hassan

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Elon Musk’s Starlink Offers 2-Month Free Internet Service To IMO Registered Ships

Internet services were provided to vessels with registered IMO numbers. These vessels can sign up for a special offer. That gives users two months of access and five terabytes of mobile-first facilities per month to test the technology. This offer is valid until March 1, 2024. A reseller of Starlink services offers this service. Meanwhile,

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