Newport Shipping Group has purchased 100 scrubbers from Chinese manufacturer Weihai Puyi Marine Environmental Technology Co, with options for an additional 100 units. Newport, which operates a network of 13 drydocks globally, said the bulk

1.The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) and the Guangzhou Port Authority have entered into a sister Port Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) concerning greater efficient port operations. 2.Shell-led LNG Canada project has made a major step forwa

With less than two months until Hong Kong Maritime Week 2018, close to 50 businesses, organisations and event organisers have already answered the call of the main organiser, the Hong Kong Maritime and Port Board, and are busy putting the l

The Asian Logistics and Maritime Conference 2018 (Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre 20-21 November) will again offer an expert focus on liner shipping during Maritime Forum 2. Among the urgent topics to be explored at the Forum are

The Port of Singapore continues to gear up for future needs of the bunker industry. Organised by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), the two-day Singapore International Bunkering Conference and Exhibition (SIBCON) features k

1.Ideanomics signed a Joint Venture for Exclusive APEC Model E-port Network,across Asia-Pacific with APMEN Trade Tech.The JV will design an electronic port clearance system based on blockchain,starting in two of the biggest ports: Shanghai

a) Overview Theme: New Rules, New Technologies and New Challenges Sponsors: China Ship owners Association (CSA) China Institute of Navigation Dalian Maritime University (DMU) China Maritime Service Center Organizer: Xinde Marine News China

Chinese shipbuilder AFAI has launched a new 40-meter catamaran passenger ferry for domestic operator Zhuhai Fast Ferry Company. The new vessel, named Xin Hai Bin, is designed by Australia-based Incat Crowther, whose relationship with AFAI d

Hong Kong-based Wallem Group pushed out the boat with some panache in September after notching up a 60-year presence in Singapore. During the event, Wallems chairman, board of directors and senior management team paid tribute to general man

Chinese steel capacity eliminations and new era of environmental restrictions are impacting the global iron ore market, with crude steel production and iron ore imports expected to decline by CAGRs of 1.14% and 2.52% respectively between 20

Ten governmental departments have vowed to promote the cruise industry in China with an aim to increase the number of cruise passengers to 14 million by 2035. The notice, issued by departments including the Ministry of Transport and the Nat

1.The global maritime community celebrates the World Maritime Day together with IMO on September 27 under the themeBetter Shipping for a Better Future. 2.China,the worlds biggest energy consumer,is stepping up its push into clean power with

China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC Ltd) is considering selling parts of its US oil assets in the Gulf of Mexico, a company spokeswoman said on Thursday, but added that it does not intend to fully exit the US market. Nexen Petrol

The Hong Kong office of logistics provider, Dachser has established a new Far East South cluster to capitalize on cross-market business opportunities and powerful IT resources. Kevin Chen, who is heading up the new regional operation was ap

Quality of sleep can be as important as quantity in reducing fatigue and sleep quality can be affected by sleep disorders. Should owners and crew managers be taking a closer look at the sleep apnea diagnosis and available treatment response