1. Crew screening in Bangkok Port
Bangkok Public Health and Maritime Authorities launched medical check of all cargo ships arriving to Bangkok from China. Prior to Jan 28, 5 ships were checked, according to officials. No coronavirus symptoms were found, all checked seamen were declared healthy and safe. Masters are to notify Thailand authorities on shipâs arrival no later than 24 hours before arrival, understood via agent. http://www.maritimebulletin.net/2020/01/28/crew-screening-in-bangkok-port/
2. xChange: Empty Containers Piling Up in Shanghai
Empty containers are piling up in Shanghai, the worldâs biggest port, according to the data from xChange, a Germany-based startup focusing on the repositioning of containers.
âThe Container Availability Index shows relatively high values for 40 High Cube containers (0.58), 40 Dry Cargo containers (0.46) and 20 Dry Cargo containers (0.62),â xChange said commenting on the impact of coronavirus on container availability. https://mobile.worldmaritimenews.com/archives/290140/xchange-empty-containers-piling-up-in-shanghai/
3. CSAV Exits RoRo Business
Chilean shipping company CompañĂa Sudamericana de Vapores (CSAV) has decided to close its maritime vehicle transport (RoRo) business and focus on its container shipping business.
âThe decision was taken by CSAV in the context to focus all its economics and administration efforts on managing and developing its main business: its stake in the German shipping company Hapag-Lloyd,â the company said in a statement. https://mobile.worldmaritimenews.com/archives/290128/csav-exits-roro-business/
4. IBIA: Still Too Early to Draw Conclusions on VLSFOâs Black Carbon Emissions
International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA) believes that it is still premature to draw any valid and meaningful conclusions on the level of black carbon emissions associated with the use of 0.50% sulphur fuels. The comment comes in response to results of a study conducted by Finland and Germany that found that ânew blends of marine fuels with 0.50% sulphur content can contain a large percentage of aromatic compounds which have a direct impact on Black Carbon emissionsâ. https://mobile.worldmaritimenews.com/archives/290127/ibia-still-too-early-to-draw-conclusions-on-vlsfos-black-carbon-emissions/
5. Scorpio Bulkers Reports Lower Vessel Revenues
Monaco-based shipping company Scorpio Bulkers closed the fourth quarter of 2019 with a profit. The company posted a net income of USD 15.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2019, compared to a net loss of USD 7.4 million seen in the corresponding period a year earlier.
EBITDA for the fourth quarter rose to USD 41.5 million from USD 23.3 million recorded in the fourth quarter of 2018. https://mobile.worldmaritimenews.com/archives/290093/scorpio-bulkers-reports-lower-vessel-revenues/
6. EUR 250 Mn Fund for Dutch Shipping Launched
Dutch shipowners will now be able to benefit from a newly-inaugurated EUR 250 million (USD 275.5 million) fund, the NesecShipping Debt Fund. The fund provides mortgage-backed loans for short-sea vessels, and it is partly backed by the Dutch state. https://mobile.worldmaritimenews.com/archives/290074/eur-250-mn-fund-for-dutch-shipping-launched/
7. New report argues LNG as a fuel could worsen shippingâs climate impact
A damning report published this week from the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) argues that ships fuelled by liquefied natural gas (LNG) do not deliver the emissions reductions required by the International Maritime Organizationâs initial greenhouse gas (GHG) strategy, and that using LNG could actually worsen shippingâs climate impacts. https://splash247.com/new-report-argues-lng-as-a-fuel-could-worsen-shippings-climate-impact/
8. IMO and WISTA to carry out landmark gender gap study
The Womenâs International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA) will work more closely with shippingâs top regulator, the International Maritime Organization (IMO), to promote greater gender equality in the industry. The two bodies yesterday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to work more closely together to empower women in shipping. https://splash247.com/imo-and-wista-to-carry-out-landmark-gender-gap-study/
9. The Changing Face Of Risk Mitigation In Shipping
We must respect our customers and provide an avenue where we can trust the information they are submitting, which could be through technology, keeping in mind that some could still falsify documents or data, so transparency and diligence is still required. Business models for risk mitigation through third party and second party inspection are evolving, moving towards partnership-based relationships with our customers, also known as âremote presenceâ. https://www.shippingtribune.com/news/shipping/The+changing+face+of+risk+mitigation+in+shipping
10. Global Crude Steel Output Increases By 3.4% In 2019
Global crude steel production reached 1,869.9 million tonnes (Mt) for the year 2019, up by 3.4% compared to 2018. Crude steel production contracted in all regions in 2019 except in Asia and the Middle East. 1. Crew screening in Bangkok Port
Bangkok Public Health and Maritime Authorities launched medical check of all cargo ships arriving to Bangkok from China. Prior to Jan 28, 5 ships were checked, according to officials. No coronavirus symptoms were found, all checked seamen were declared healthy and safe. Masters are to notify Thailand authorities on shipâs arrival no later than 24 hours before arrival, understood via agent. http://www.maritimebulletin.net/2020/01/28/crew-screening-in-bangkok-port/
2. xChange: Empty Containers Piling Up in Shanghai
Empty containers are piling up in Shanghai, the worldâs biggest port, according to the data from xChange, a Germany-based startup focusing on the repositioning of containers.
âThe Container Availability Index shows relatively high values for 40 High Cube containers (0.58), 40 Dry Cargo containers (0.46) and 20 Dry Cargo containers (0.62),â xChange said commenting on the impact of coronavirus on container availability. https://mobile.worldmaritimenews.com/archives/290140/xchange-empty-containers-piling-up-in-shanghai/
3. CSAV Exits RoRo Business
Chilean shipping company CompañĂa Sudamericana de Vapores (CSAV) has decided to close its maritime vehicle transport (RoRo) business and focus on its container shipping business.
âThe decision was taken by CSAV in the context to focus all its economics and administration efforts on managing and developing its main business: its stake in the German shipping company Hapag-Lloyd,â the company said in a statement. https://mobile.worldmaritimenews.com/archives/290128/csav-exits-roro-business/
4. IBIA: Still Too Early to Draw Conclusions on VLSFOâs Black Carbon Emissions
International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA) believes that it is still premature to draw any valid and meaningful conclusions on the level of black carbon emissions associated with the use of 0.50% sulphur fuels. The comment comes in response to results of a study conducted by Finland and Germany that found that ânew blends of marine fuels with 0.50% sulphur content can contain a large percentage of aromatic compounds which have a direct impact on Black Carbon emissionsâ. https://mobile.worldmaritimenews.com/archives/290127/ibia-still-too-early-to-draw-conclusions-on-vlsfos-black-carbon-emissions/
5. Scorpio Bulkers Reports Lower Vessel Revenues
Monaco-based shipping company Scorpio Bulkers closed the fourth quarter of 2019 with a profit. The company posted a net income of USD 15.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2019, compared to a net loss of USD 7.4 million seen in the corresponding period a year earlier.
EBITDA for the fourth quarter rose to USD 41.5 million from USD 23.3 million recorded in the fourth quarter of 2018. https://mobile.worldmaritimenews.com/archives/290093/scorpio-bulkers-reports-lower-vessel-revenues/
6. EUR 250 Mn Fund for Dutch Shipping Launched
Dutch shipowners will now be able to benefit from a newly-inaugurated EUR 250 million (USD 275.5 million) fund, the NesecShipping Debt Fund. The fund provides mortgage-backed loans for short-sea vessels, and it is partly backed by the Dutch state. https://mobile.worldmaritimenews.com/archives/290074/eur-250-mn-fund-for-dutch-shipping-launched/
7. New report argues LNG as a fuel could worsen shippingâs climate impact
A damning report published this week from the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) argues that ships fuelled by liquefied natural gas (LNG) do not deliver the emissions reductions required by the International Maritime Organizationâs initial greenhouse gas (GHG) strategy, and that using LNG could actually worsen shippingâs climate impacts. https://splash247.com/new-report-argues-lng-as-a-fuel-could-worsen-shippings-climate-impact/
8. IMO and WISTA to carry out landmark gender gap study
The Womenâs International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA) will work more closely with shippingâs top regulator, the International Maritime Organization (IMO), to promote greater gender equality in the industry. The two bodies yesterday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to work more closely together to empower women in shipping. https://splash247.com/imo-and-wista-to-carry-out-landmark-gender-gap-study/
9. The Changing Face Of Risk Mitigation In Shipping
We must respect our customers and provide an avenue where we can trust the information they are submitting, which could be through technology, keeping in mind that some could still falsify documents or data, so transparency and diligence is still required. Business models for risk mitigation through third party and second party inspection are evolving, moving towards partnership-based relationships with our customers, also known as âremote presenceâ. https://www.shippingtribune.com/news/shipping/The+changing+face+of+risk+mitigation+in+shipping
10. Global Crude Steel Output Increases By 3.4% In 2019
Global crude steel production reached 1,869.9 million tonnes (Mt) for the year 2019, up by 3.4% compared to 2018. Crude steel production contracted in all regions in 2019 except in Asia and the Middle East.
Asia produced 1,341.6 Mt of crude steel in 2019, an increase of 5.7% compared to 2018. Chinaâs crude steel production in 2019 reached 996.3 Mt, up by 8.3% on 2018. Chinaâs share of global crude steel production increased from 50.9% in 2018 to 53.3% in 2019. https://www.shippingtribune.com/news/shipping/Global+crude+steel+output+increases+by+3.4%25+in+2019
Asia produced 1,341.6 Mt of crude steel in 2019, an increase of 5.7% compared to 2018. Chinaâs crude steel production in 2019 reached 996.3 Mt, up by 8.3% on 2018. Chinaâs share of global crude steel production increased from 50.9% in 2018 to 53.3% in 2019. https://www.shippingtribune.com/news/shipping/Global+crude+steel+output+increases+by+3.4%25+in+2019
