The Crown Estate announces significant progress in collating world-class data, evidence and research through the Offshore Wind Evidence and Change programme (OWEC) to help shape and deliver future offshore wind development in a way that protects and helps restore nature and the vital marine
Maritime Week Americas 2024 returns to Panama. The week-long series of key maritime events, includes the MWA Conference – the largest and most popular bunkering conference in the Americas – plus bunker training courses, a maritime services exhibition, and some exhilarating Latin American-themed networking. The conference will be looking at the importance of canals in […]
There’s always a compromise between environmental considerations and costs when developing or working with products created for maritime and shipping markets. Unfortunately, for a very long time, sustainability has not been prioritized over durability and cost-effectiveness. This approach, however, has been changing due to recent global sustainability initiatives. As Sika
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 […]
Forget the dystopian visions of desolate underwater wastelands. Instead, imagine vibrant coral cities pulsating with life, seagrass meadows swaying in gentle currents, and majestic creatures gliding through crystal-clear waters. While our oceans face undeniable challenges, they are not without heroes. This isn’t just a fairytale ending; it’s the reality
Portugal Shipping Week 2024 (PSW24) will once again showcase Portugal as a global shipping and maritime logistics centre and an increasingly important player in the European and global energy transition. Indeed, at its core will be the decarbonisation of shipping and ports, and how national governments, ports, terminals and the shipping community are preparing. PSW24 […]
Maritime Week Americas May 2024 to focus on marine fuels markets in Panama and across the Americas and Caribbean. The draught and transit restrictions suffered by the Panama Canal this year, caused by a chronic lack of rainfall to replenish the Canal and its locks, have once again focussed attention on shipping’s reliance on this […]
The ocean holds immense potential for economic growth and prosperity. From traditional sectors like fisheries and shipping to emerging industries like marine renewable energy and biotechnology, the “blue economy” offers a myriad of opportunities for job creation, innovation, and improved livelihoods. However, amidst this potential lies a crucial challenge:
Imagine plunging into a cathedral of life, sunlight filtering through kaleidoscopic coral formations, painting the crystal-clear water with vibrant hues. Schools of fish weave between coral branches, their scales shimmering like jewels. This, dear reader, is the breathtaking symphony of a healthy coral reef – a thriving metropolis teeming with biodiversity and nurturing
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