2019 July 22

https://worldmaritimenews.com

Iran Seizes UK-Flagged Tanker in Strait of Hormuz

Iranian authorities seized a British-flagged, Swedish-owned oil tanker while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Friday...Iran Seizes UK-Flagged Tanker in Strait of Hormuz

2019 July 16

http://www.imo.org

Desktop Just-In-Time trial yields positive results in cutting emissions

​"Just-In-Time" (JIT) operations have the potential to cut the time ships spend idling outside ports and help reduce harmful emissions as well as save on fuel costs...Desktop Just-In-Time trial yields positive results in cutting emissions

2019 July 16

https://www.portofrotterdam.com

IMO 2020 Analysis: Practical Guidance from Europe’s Largest Port

The IMO’s mandate requires ships to burn up to 0.5% (5,000 ppm) sulfur bunker fuel from 1 January 2020...IMO 2020 Analysis: Practical Guidance from Europe’s Largest Port

2019 July 11

https://maritime-executive.com

Divining Russia's Intentions in the Arctic

The Arctic may become a highway and natural resource center in the future. Tensions between NATO states and Russia are already palpable, and are poised to increase...Divining Russia's Intentions in the Arctic

2019 July 3

https://shipinsight.com

Helsinki Shipyard to build expedition cruisers for new Russian owners

Recently acquired by new owners after the previous Russian owner fell foul of international sanctions, Helsinki Shipyard has won an order for two luxury expedition cruise ships...Helsinki Shipyard to build expedition cruisers for new Russian owners

2019 July 3

http://www.ajudaily.com/

S. Korean shipyards in race to win orders for Russia’s ice-breaking LNG carriers

South Korean shipbuilders are in a race to win orders for ice-breaking ships which would transport liquefied natural gas under Russia’s Arctic LNG 2 project, despite business risks caused by Russia’s proposal that construction should be done in its territory...S. Korean shipyards in race to win orders for Russia’s ice-breaking LNG carriers