As our vessels cut through the vast seas, the spotlight turns to the evolving landscape of ship energy efficiency and fuel conservation. In this article, we’ll navigate the waters of innovation and explore initiatives that promise a greener and more sustainable future for our floating
Maritime Week Africa 2025: Embracing Change and Planning for the Future 24-27 March 2025 | MAURITIUS
Maritime Week Africa (#MWAF25), the longest-running and most popular bunkering event on the African continent, is making history by hosting its 16th edition on the beautiful island nation of Mauritius from 24-27 March 2025. For the very first time, the industry’s key stakeholders – including bunker buyers and suppliers, ports, refiners, regulators, and maritime
Let’s explore an underwater metropolis thriving, not with steel and glass, but with towering fronds of seaweed dancing in the ocean currents. This is the world of kelp forests, vibrant ecosystems essential to the health of our planet. Think of them as the emerald cities of the seas, teeming with life and providing invaluable benefits […]
DESMI, a global leader in pump and flow solutions across the marine, defense, aquaculture and industry sector, is proud to announce the acquisition of Nordan Marine. Nordan Marine is a trusted partner in the maritime sector and provider of comprehensive service and repair solutions for cargo and fuel handling systems, including those used for LPG, […]
Fish. It’s not just for Friday night dinner anymore! People are consuming more seafood globally than ever before. With wild fish stocks in trouble (thanks, overfishing!), it’s clear that relying solely on the oceans won’t cut it. Enter aquaculture – the farming of fish and other aquatic life. But wait a minute! It’s time for […]
Strategic Marine, a leading provider of specialised aluminium vessels, is proud to announce the signing of a new contract with Odyssey Group to build a state-of-the-art multi-purpose survey vessel. Incorporating the proven success of new technologies for operational use in Australia. Under the terms of the agreement, Strategic Marine will construct the advanced survey
The IMO’s Sub-Committee on Pollution Prevention and Response have agreed on the draft 2025 Action Plan to Address Marine Plastic Litter from Ships, with a view to its approval by the Marine Environment Protection Committee at its upcoming session from 7-11 April 2025 (MEPC 83). This milestone was achieved along with other key outcomes at […]
In the complex web of Earth’s interconnected systems, the oceans play a pivotal role. However, the rising of the ocean’s temperature has cast a daunting shadow over marine ecosystems. This article covers the multifaceted repercussions of ocean warming on marine habitats and the subsequent shifts in species distribution. Understanding Ocean Warming Causes and
Introduction Located in the idyllic Orkney Islands of Scotland, Orkney Harbour has earned its name as not just a junction of shipping routes and marine activity, but as a beacon of sustainable innovation. Historically Orkney has long been established as a vital link between transoceanic shipping and marine activity; however, over the past few decades, […]
The world’s oceans harbour not just a mere collection of diverse marine life, but rather an intricate tapestry of interdependence. Symbiotic relationships, where different species rely on each other for survival, play a vital role in maintaining the delicate balance of marine ecosystems. In this exploration, we delve into the fascinating world of these connections