Harsh weather conditions affect operations in Great Lakes region
Shipping around the Great Lakes region is being severely hampered by the early advent of cold and severe…
By KC Maderia
A graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines, KC Maderia is working to establish herself in the media industry.
In her personal time, she enjoys watching sitcoms, diving into thrilling novels, and unwinding by the beach. She also shares her home with her dog, Phyllys.
Enova to fund Norway’s zero-emission fuels in marine transport ambition
Norway's goal to use zero-emission fuels in maritime transportation will be financed by Enova, a state-owned company under…
Report says global disruptions key factor in freight rates surge, dwindling of world’s largest shipbreaking yard
Global disruptions, particularly Israel's genocidal war in Gaza, which has had a knock-on effect on international trade routes,…
Icelandic Coast Guard closely monitors east after detecting Russian boats
The Icelandic Coast Guard is expanding the close monitoring of its waters in the eastern part of the…
Ship recycling remains untapped opportunity in Europe, study finds
In a recent study conducted by Tuscia University in Italy think-tank Sandbag and non-government organisation Shipbreaking Platform discovered…
Pakistan presents MoU draft on seafarer training
Pakistan has presented a draft of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to Malaysia that is aimed at improving…
MHA refutes ‘false statements’ from Malaysian news site over treatment of ‘Pannir’
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) Singapore issued an official statement on Saturday refuting an article published by…
Philippines’ Bato dela Rosa absent from Senate as rumours of ICC arrest warrant swirl
Ronald ‘Bato’ dela Rosa, a senator from the Philippines, continues to draw headlines after missing multiple Senate sessions…
SCA reports highest monthly rate of returning vessels since Middle East war started
In October, the Suez Canal Authority’s (SCA) monthly vessel turnover rate reached its highest level since the start…
Flagless vessel carrying $63 million worth of illegal drugs flagged by Kenyan authorities
In a successful maritime operation on October 21, Kenyan officials confiscated methamphetamine valued at an estimated $63 million…
17 SAJ member companies to join hands in Japan’s most ambitious modernisation plan yet
Together, the 17 members of the Shipbuilders' Association of Japan (SAJ) are launching the nation's most comprehensive modernisation…
Port of Seattle warns of risk for new fees on Chinese freighters
Officials from the Port of Seattle have warned of possible loopholes after new levies on Chinese ships docking…
Egypt secures Category 2 seat in ICAO Council
Egypt's civil aviation minister, Dr Sameh El-Hefny, expressed his delight in the nation's accomplishment after the International Civil…
Addition of Alexandria Governorate to Egypt’s universal health insurance system yet to be finalised
The addition of Alexandria to the universal health insurance system is yet to be determined, says Prime Minister…
Ex-DPWH employee links Senators Estrada, Villanueva in Philippines flood control anomalies
Two senators were name-dropped by a former district engineer during the flood control probe by the Philippine House…
Panama moves closer to modernising ship registration regime
The Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) is one step closer to modernising its ship registration regime after its roundtable…
Canada, Germany plan to develop transatlantic hydrogen trade corridor
Canada and Germany are thinking of building a transatlantic hydrogen trade corridor, a press release disclosed on Tuesday…
US intensifies efforts to intercept illegal exports of stolen vehicles
The illicit export of stolen vehicles, which are frequently concealed in containers, is now being closely monitored and…
IMO chief calls for stringent co-operation from member states against threats
“Maritime security is not just technical – it is deeply human.”
Egypt, Vietnam elevate relationship during visit to Cairo
President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and Vietnamese President Luong Cuong were beaming with enthusiasm as both countries leveled up…
Egypt’s Abdel Fattah el-Sisi arrives in Equatorial Guinea to attend African Union meeting
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has arrived in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, to participate in the African Union’s 7th…
Northern governor airs concern on seabed mining in Papua New Guinea
Airing his concerns about seabed mining in Papua New Guinea, Northern Province Governor Gary Juffa has urged action…
WHO official’s visit to PNG highlights collaboration with pertinent groups
The World Health Organisation's (WHO) ongoing partnership with the Government of Papua New Guinea (PNG), the National Department…
Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission files complaint against Chat (Fiji)
The Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission, along with the Fiji Police Force and Online Safety Commission, has…