When it comes to mooring, strength is essential – especially in extreme conditions. Not only is it crucial to commercial success, but also to the safety of crew members and...

Program continues to expand and achieve greater environmental benefits The partners in an initiative to cut air pollution and protect endangered whales announced results from the 2020 program and recognized...

by Rear Admiral Peter Sparkes, Chief Executive and Accounting Officer at the UK Hydrographic Office With environmental pressure rapidly intensifying on global ocean industries, newly appointed Chief Executive and Accounting...

By Arnold & Itkin Law Firm On September 29, 2015, the El Faro, a cargo ship owned by TOTE Maritime, disembarked Jacksonville, Florida. It was supposed to arrive in Puerto...

Of the few positive outcomes of the Pandemic, the most significant must be the acceleration effect it has applied to the use of new technology. Beyond the obvious growth in...

Remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) are a versatile tool used to assist commercial divers and maritime contractors in performing inspections in both enclosed spaces and offshore, open water applications. Submersible ROV...

When it comes to mooring, strength is essential – especially in extreme conditions. Not only is it crucial to commercial success, but also to the safety of crew members and...

By Thomas Klenum, Senior Vice President, Maritime Operations and Dallas Smith, Vice President LNG & Offshore With the International Maritime Organization (IMO) expected to soon adopt requirements for energy efficiency...

The market leading Spinlock DURO life jacket range was developed for industrial users alongside commercia maritime, building on Spinlock’s knowledge gained from the challenging environment of offshore yacht racing.  In...

Chief Customer Officer Cathrine Armour explains how the UKHO has adapted and evolved with the continued digitalisation of the maritime industry. The effects of the current world health and economic...

The shipping industry plays a critical role in moving vital goods to their destinations and the long hours of operations kept by many ports is evidence of the hectic pace...

WaveSignalTM, launched this week by Rutter Inc., is the latest addition to the sigma S6 line of advanced radar processing systems. WaveSignalTM uses x-band radar and predictive analytics to determine...

Oceans play a critical role in the global economy and our biodiversity.  The worldwide maritime economy is worth $1.5 trillion, with projections this will double over the next decade. Ships...

Securing comprehensive coverage is a priority now more than ever, given the changing landscape of carriers and capacity. Maritime insurance requirements can be extensive often with legally mandated insurance needs,...

Event will bring together leading experts to address some of the defining questions for our ocean industries and the marine environment The UK Hydrographic Office will host its virtual ADMIRALTY...

FarSounder is hosting a free webinar answering the question: Why is Argos the technology behind safe navigation?  Learn about Argos’ cutting-edge forward looking sonar technology giving true, real-time imaging in...

Lower Lakes Towing is a ubiquitous name in Great Lakes shipping. Together with their sister-company Grand River Navigation, they form the only trans-national fleet operating on the Great Lakes.  Capt....

By Robert G. Allan In business, as in life, after major anniversary milestones like 60 (Diamond) and 75 (Diamond or Sapphire), it seems that every year after that is worth...

by Timothy J. Young, New Orleans Maritime Attorney Similar to how people buy car insurance in case of car accidents, maritime companies buy insurance policies to cover workplace accidents and...

Steel Giraffe Containers specialize in complete custom and technical shipping container builds for a variety of industries. From the initial design meetings and CAD renderings, to the build process, to final...