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Monday, April 4, 2022
Goodbye Wall Wash – Welcome Washing Water Analysis
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Goodbye Wall Wash – Welcome Washing Water Analysis

MOL Chemical Tankers has equipped its operating vessels with spectrophotometer that allow seafarers to monitor tank cleaning operations at any time in the

April 4, 2022
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Monday, March 28, 2022
A History of American Maritime Law
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A History of American Maritime Law

“I am indeed lord of the world, but the Law is the lord of the sea. This matter must be decided by the maritime law of the Rhodians, provided

March 28, 2022
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American Cruise Lines is hiring
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American Cruise Lines is hiring

American Cruise Lines leads the way with the newest fleet of small cruise ships, paddlewheelers, and modern riverboats in the country.  With a current

March 28, 2022
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Tuesday, March 15, 2022
Taking a toll: Inchcape helps shipping beat the rush on tricky Panama Canal transits
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Taking a toll: Inchcape helps shipping beat the rush on tricky Panama Canal transits

The Panama Canal is a vital shipping route connecting the Pacific and Atlantic oceans that serves as a conduit for about 5% of global trade annually. But

March 15, 2022
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Wednesday, March 9, 2022
The Rapidly Growing Offshore Wind Industry’s Impact on Worker Safety
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The Rapidly Growing Offshore Wind Industry’s Impact on Worker Safety

As a part of her 2022 State of the State Address, Governor Kathy Hochul announced that New York would be investing $500 million in offshore wind. If carried

March 9, 2022
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Monday, February 28, 2022
The Secret Life of Pilots
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The Secret Life of Pilots

There has been a great deal of hand wringing about “supply chain” issues during the pandemic. The average reader on this website is probably

February 28, 2022
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Monday, February 7, 2022
Safely Navigating Polar Regions
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Safely Navigating Polar Regions

Relying heavily on chart data and standard navigation tools for safe navigation is risky. Vessels will find themselves in dangerous situations due to lack of

February 7, 2022
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Tuesday, December 14, 2021
A Maritime Worker’s Guide to Winter Safety
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A Maritime Worker’s Guide to Winter Safety

December 21 marks the first day of winter in 2021. As temperatures drop across the Northern Hemisphere, maritime workers will face new challenges that put

December 14, 2021
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Saturday, December 4, 2021
Decarbonization of the Shipping Industry
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Decarbonization of the Shipping Industry

By Thomas Klenum, Senior Vice President, Maritime Operations and Dallas Smith, Vice  President LNG & Alternative Fuels Decarbonization is an issue

December 4, 2021
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Monday, November 22, 2021
Biofouling in focus – a smooth hull reduces your vessel’s GHG emissions
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Biofouling in focus – a smooth hull reduces your vessel’s GHG emissions

Biofouling can significantly increase ships’ GHG emissions reveals an IMO study delivered at this month’s United Nations summit. The Hempaguard MaX system

November 22, 2021
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Monday, November 15, 2021
Dyneema® SK78: Trusted mooring performance in warm climate and dynamic conditions
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Dyneema® SK78: Trusted mooring performance in warm climate and dynamic conditions

The maritime sector is continuously evolving to meet the challenges today. However, one thing remains at the heart of all mooring operations and that is

November 15, 2021
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Monday, November 8, 2021
Understanding Refitting a Forward Looking Sonar: Top Questions Answered
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Understanding Refitting a Forward Looking Sonar: Top Questions Answered

Is it easy to add an Argos Forward Looking Sonar to my Refit?  Refitting your vessel with an Argos Forward Looking Sonar is relatively straight forward.

November 8, 2021
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Wednesday, November 3, 2021
Optimizing Vessel Performance with ROVs
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Optimizing Vessel Performance with ROVs

Safe and efficient shipping is imperative for the overall success of the maritime industry, however when much of the work happens below the surface there are

November 3, 2021
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Monday, October 25, 2021
Experts share knowledge
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Experts share knowledge

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October 25, 2021
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Wednesday, October 20, 2021
Why the Jones Act Is Still Needed Today
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Why the Jones Act Is Still Needed Today

This article is brought to you by Arnold & Itkin LLP. The Jones Act is a source of significant controversy. Some believe it has outlived its purpose.

October 20, 2021
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Monday, October 4, 2021
Shipping Companies Receive Awards for Slowing to Protect Blue Whales, Blue Skies
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Shipping Companies Receive Awards for Slowing to Protect Blue Whales, Blue Skies

Awardees comment on vessel speed reduction program The Protecting Blue Whales and Blue Skies program recognized 16 global shipping companies for reducing

October 4, 2021
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Monday, September 27, 2021
El Faro: 6 Years Later
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El Faro: 6 Years Later

This article is brought to you by Arnold & Itkin LLP. It has been six years since El Faro steamed into Hurricane Joaquin, an act that sank the vessel

September 27, 2021
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Monday, September 6, 2021
Overcoming Navigation Challenges with Forward Looking Sonar
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Overcoming Navigation Challenges with Forward Looking Sonar

Every ship needs protection from the unknown. There are many potential dangers undetectable with traditional navigation tools. FarSounder Argos technology is a

September 6, 2021
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Monday, August 9, 2021
For Sale: Blount Small Cruise Ships – Different by Design
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For Sale: Blount Small Cruise Ships – Different by Design

The Blount Small Ship cruise vessels are uniquely built with features not found on any other small cruise ship – they are one-of-a kind.   

August 9, 2021
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Monday, July 26, 2021
The Problem With Demurrage
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The Problem With Demurrage

By Adrian Challinor, CEO, Osiris Consultants Ltd Demurrage is an issue that is necessary, but nobody likes. Simply put, it is a cost levied by the

July 26, 2021
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