The Indian Ocean Memorandum of Understanding (IOMOU) on port State control (PSC) in the Indian Ocean region was finalized on the basis of the first preparatory meeting held in India in October 1997 and the second meeting in June 1998 in South Africa. The port State control system aims to verify whether foreign flagged ships calling at a port of a State comply with applicable International Maritime Conventions.
Remote Inspection Techniques (RIT) offer a survey method that allows the examination of various structure parts without requiring direct physical access by the surveyor. With the development of remote inspection techniques (RITs), such as remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and real-time sensors which are carried by drones, the maritime industry is increasingly applying remote inspection techniques (RITs).
The Engine International Air Pollution Prevention Certificate (EIAPP Certificate) plays a pivotal role in addressing Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) emissions from marine engines. This certification, governed by the NOx Technical Code, employs prescribed test cycles and measurement methods to calculate NOx emissions, emphasizing compliance with stringent environmental standards.
At its 108th session (15 to 24 May 2024), the Maritime Safety Committee approved the revised Joint IMO/IHO/WMO Manual on Maritime Safety Information. This manual, prepared by the World Meteorological Organization and the International Hydrographic Organization, was also agreed upon by the Sub-Committee on Navigation, Communications, and Search and Rescue (NCSR) during its tenth session (10 to 19 May 2023).
On 28 February 2004, the chemical tanker Bow Mariner caught fire and exploded while the crew was engaged in cleaning residual methyl tert Butyl ether (MTBE) from cargo tank number eight starboard. The "Bow Mariner" was a 570-foot, Singapore-flagged chemical tanker built in 1982, and was managed by a Greek company, Ceres Hellenic Shipping Enterprises Ltd. The tanker was owned by Odfjell USA, headquartered in Houston.
Finnish maritime fuel supplier Auramarine has obtained an order for the supply of methanol fuel supply systems for three hybrid tankers for Terntank, following the aims of addressing the demand for methanol as a viable future fuel.
Maersk Line adopts Starlink for fleet connectivity, offering high-speed internet to improve efficiency and communication for mariners. The positive trial results led Maersk to extend Starlink to all 330 owned vessels, enhancing onboard connectivity in an industry where basic connectivity remains a challenge. Starlink gains popularity in the maritime sector with key players like A.P. Moller-Maersk benefiting from seamless global connectivity.
SWITCH Maritime, a zero-emissions ferry company, has raised $10m in a Series a funding round as it seeks to expand its hydrogen and battery-powered fleet in the US.