ULSTEIN has taken to the bridge to set a bold and innovative new course for marine operations in the 21st century. Focused on creating better, safer and simpler solutions for ships’ crews, ULSTEIN has devised the patent-pending ULSTEIN BRIDGE VISION™ – a ground-breaking concept that promises major improvements for the operational centres of vessels.
Read moreThe China Navigation Co. Pte. Ltd (CNCo) and Swire Pacific Offshore Operations Pte. Ltd. (SPO), major international shipping companies based in the Asia-Pacific region, have joined the leading companies from a range of industries that are distinguishing themselves as members of the World Ocean Council (WOC) – the international business leadership alliance on Corporate
Read moreREPUBLIKA.CO.ID, JAKARTA – Defense Minister Purnomo Yusgiantoro said on Wednesday that as a country consisted up of islands, Indonesia need at least 12 submarines by 2024 to achieve a minimum essential force (MEF) for securing its maritime areas. “Two-thirds of Indonesia`s total geographical area is covered by sea and we need submarines to monitor it.
Read morePirates released a Greek-operated oil tanker seized off Togo on Tuesday after stealing 3,000 metric tons of fuel from it, an official for the ship’s operator said on Thursday. The seizure of MT Energy Centurion, which is operated by Golden Energy Management, underscored the growing risks to shipping in the Gulf of Guinea, where
Read moreDuring the reporting period of 22 to 28 August 2012, there have been no piracy related incidents in the High Risk Area (HRA). Pirate activity can still take place during the Southwest Monsoon season. It should be noted that pirates are likely operating closer to shore to avoid severe conditions further out to sea.
Read moreGerman EU Naval Force Frigate Sachsen came to the aid this morning of AL SACIID, a cargo dhow adrift due to a problem with the steerage gear. The Sachsen was advised of the dhow’s predicament by a Japanese MPRA (Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Aircraft) patrolling the area. Having established good communications with Al Saciid’s
Read moreIndonesia’s “technocrat” deputy energy minister, Rudi Rubiandini, Tuesday called for widespread development of small-scale nuclear power generation as a solution to future global energy needs. Speaking at the ONS energy conference in Stavanger, Norway, Rubiandini also said there could be benefits to smaller LNG tankers. Rubiandini became Indonesia’s new Vice Minister of Energy and
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