Every port on an LNG ship means another inspection. Why?
On a new LNG vessel, every port means another inspection: port state, coast guard, SIRE, flag state… the list is endless. 🔘Because new ships are built in a hurry. Crews are sent on board with dozens of unresolved issues, and then are forced to immediately begin the first cargo operation.🔘Main engines run nonstop for weeks, […]
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Odesa is strengthening port security: 150 million tons of cargo have already passed through the Ukrainian sea corridor
In the nine months since the corridor’s operation, more than 6,000 ships have passed through it, delivering grain to 55 countries. 🔘The ports of Greater Odesa currently have 30 fixed and 21 mobile shelters, with another 28 planned for installation by the end of the year. This will increase cargo throughput by 20%+. 🔘Port operators […]
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For the first time in the history of the Henley & Partners ranking, the US passport has dropped out of the top 10 strongest passports in the world.
The main reason for this decline was the tightening of visa policies. Singapore (visa-free travel to 193 countries), South Korea, and Japan now lead the ranking. Seamen’s Club 🇺🇦 | #news
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China Introduces Reciprocal Port Dues for American Vessels
Starting October 14, China began levying special port dues on vessels with US-related connections, in response to similar measures taken by Washington. 💲 The rate is 400 yuan per net ton, rising to 1,120 yuan by April 2028. 📌 Vessels affected: 🟢 Owned or operated by US companies🟢 US-flagged🟢 Built in the US🟢 With US […]
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The US threatens sanctions against countries that support the IMO’s net-zero emissions plan.
The Trump administration has stated that it is prepared to take tough measures against countries that voted for the IMO’s Net-Zero Emissions Framework (NZF) at the MEPC meeting from October 14 to 17. 📌 Possible US measures: 🔘 Blocking ships flagged by countries that support NZF🔘 Increased port charges for such ships🔘 Visa restrictions for […]
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