SAFETY

The World Shipping Council (WSC) announced the launch of its Cargo Safety Program, an industry-led initiative to detect misdeclared and undeclared dangerous goods in order to prevent ship fires, protect crews, vessels, customers’ cargo, and the marine environment.

LALIZAS continues its global expansion across the Americas.

Technology leader ABB, and the CMA CGM Group, a global player in sea, land, air and logistics solutions, are collaborating on a new parametric roll algorithm to improve ship safety.

The Industry Associations of BIMCO, ICS, IMCA, INTERCARGO, INTERTANKO & OCIMF supported by over forty maritime stakeholders, have released a consolidated and enhanced publication Best Management Practices (BMP) for Maritime Security (MS).

Marlink, a leader in managed services for business-critical IT solutions, has created Marlink Cyber, a dedicated cyber security company to address growth of cyber threats and the increasing need for compliance.

Next Ocean, a pioneer in Vessel Motion Radar technology, has secured Seed Investment from Arches Capital to drive its expansion and enhance maritime safety worldwide.

VIKING Life-Saving Equipment is strengthening its position in boat manufacturing by investing in a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Arendal, Norway.

The Cyprus Shipping Chamber warmly welcomes the release of the Galaxy Leader crew, who were unlawfully seized, on 19 November 2023, by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea, bringing much-needed relief to the seafarers, their families and the global shipping community, who have been deeply distressed by this incident.