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The Isle of Man Ship Registry (IOMSR) is growing its fleet and extending its relationship with Singapore-based ship owner Peninsula International Shipping PTE
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Leading Singapore-based ship manager transitions its managed fleet to Marlink VSAT services to facilitate a harmonised digitalisation and data strategy
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