Polaris Shipping tied to an order for two Newcastlemaxes at New Times Shipyard in China.
NEWS category
6 Injured in a Blast Involving Pilot Boat and LPG Tanker
Six people were injured in an explosion on board a pilot boat anchored next to an LPG tanker Gas Infinity.
IMO MSC Identifies 4 Degrees of Ship Automation
Maritime Safety Committee approved the framework & methodology for the regulatory scoping exercise on autonomous ships.
https://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/266898/imo-msc-identifies-4-degrees-of-ship-automation/
World’s Fastest RoPax Ferry Named in China
Rederi AB Gotland Group named its new RoPax M/S Visborg in China.
https://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/266846/worlds-fastest-ropax-ferry-named-in-china/
Moody’s Reaffirms Panama Canal’s A2 Long-Term Rating
Moody’s: Panama Canal Authority’s A2 long-term rating has been reaffirmed with a stable outlook.
https://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/266827/moodys-reaffirms-panama-canals-a2-long-term-rating/
Thun Tankers Names Natural Gas-Powered Tanker
Thun Tankers has named its new, environmentally friendly tanker.
https://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/266809/thun-tankers-names-natural-gas-powered-tanker/
Readers’ Picks of the Week (December 10-14, 2018)
Here are the most read stories of the previous week.
https://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/266806/readers-picks-of-the-week-december-10-14-2018/
Interview: How Smart Are Your Ships?
Novak: smart functionality is part of the industry’s journey to autonomy.
https://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/266813/interview-how-smart-are-your-ships/
Scorpio Bulkers Agrees Charter for Ultramax Unit
Scorpio Bulkers has reached an agreement to charter out one of its Ultramax drybulk carriers.
https://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/266707/scorpio-bulkers-agrees-charter-for-ultramax-unit/
USPA Takes Next Step in Azov Sea Ports Development Plan
USPA has taken the next step in its development plans for the ports of Mariupol and Berdiansk in the Azov Sea.