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Marine insurance firm NorthStandard has launched a ‘one-stop-shop’ for commercial vessels under 10,000 tonnes.

24th January 2025

Insurance product launched for smaller vessels

24th January 2025

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Offshore wind association Oceantic Network has reacted with dismay after Donald Trump signed an executive order to pause wind energy leasing and permitting on his first day in office.

21st January 2025

US offshore wind activity ‘paused’ under Trump

21st January 2025

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Talks have begun between unnamed investors and the historic German shipyards FSG Nobiskrug, which insolvency administrators say could ultimately save the company.

21st January 2025

Investors start talks with struggling shipyards

21st January 2025

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The UK’s Maritime & Coastguard Agency has issued a safety bulletin following the discovery of counterfeit pilot ladders by the US Coast Guard during a Port State Control examination at the Port…

14th January 2025

MCA warns of risk-to-life counterfeit pilot ladders

14th January 2025

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As we say goodbye to 2024, Maritime Journal spoke to a few industry insiders to get a taste of what they think is in store for 2025.

9th January 2025

Industry insiders with their thoughts for 2025

9th January 2025

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Global maritime and commodities firm Shearwater Law has appointed David Richards as director of its Maritime Practice Group.

9th January 2025

Shearwater Law appoints Maritime director

9th January 2025

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Shares in European energy companies fell after a speech by Donald Trump yesterday in which he said there would be no new ‘windmills’ on his watch.

8th January 2025

Trump: ‘Windmills driving whales and people crazy’

8th January 2025

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Two historic German shipyards that have just over three weeks until they go out of business have called for investors to step up and save them. 

6th January 2025

Historic shipyards call for investor lifeline

6th January 2025

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After months of speculation and no comment, the Spanish shipbuilder Navantia and UK Government have finally confirmed that a deal has been reached to save Titanic builder Harland & Wolff.

19th December 2024

Christmas rescue confirmed for Harland & Wolff

19th December 2024

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Norwegian shorepower developer Zinus has been handed NOK50 million (€4.2 million) to speed up growth and innovation, CEO Endre Eidsvik says.

18th December 2024

Joint investment made in Norwegian shorepower firm

18th December 2024

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The European Commission has paid a media firm €7,000 to produce ‘TikTok-style’ videos to lobby the US government to overturn or amend the Jones Act.

18th December 2024

EU mission to overturn Jones Act revealed

18th December 2024

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The British Tugowners Association (BTA) has revised its UK Standard Conditions for Towage and Other Services (UKSCT) to align it with the contemporary world of, among other things, automation, electronic systems and…

18th December 2024

BTA revises standard towage conditions document

18th December 2024

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New Inheritance Tax laws introduced by the UK’s Labour government could be crippling for British family marine businesses, trade association British Marine has said.

17th December 2024

British Marine slams ‘crippling’ new UK taxes

17th December 2024

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A report into the engine room fire on Ro-Ro passenger ferry Stena Express in February 2023 has concluded bad repair and inadequate modifications led to the incident.

16th December 2024

Engine fire linked to poor state of repair

16th December 2024

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Daniel Winter has been named president of the Danish Danfoss Power Solutions, replacing Eric Alström, who is stepping down after 12 years.

13th December 2024

Danfoss Power Solutions appoints new president

13th December 2024

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Manufacturers and system integrators are being called on to answer a study on remote pilotage opened by the International Maritime Pilots’ Association (IMPA).

10th December 2024

Study calls for remote pilotage answers

10th December 2024

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Norwegian navigation firm NAVTOR has signed an agreement with Germany-based ship management company NSB Group to supply 40 vessels with its e-Navigation systems.

10th December 2024

NAVTOR to equip 40 vessels with navigation tools

10th December 2024

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Spanish shipyard Navantia has refused to comment on claims made by Sky News that it is close to reaching a rescue deal for Titanic shipbuilder Harland & Wolff.

9th December 2024

More hints surface of Harland & Wolff rescue

9th December 2024

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A floating wind slowdown, Chinese electrification surge, Donald Trump and many other matters were discussed at this week’s International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) Global Summit.

5th December 2024

Tackling uncertainty: IMCA summit panels discuss

5th December 2024

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Maritime has been included as one of the sectors eligible for a slice of a €2.4 billion funding pie announced by the European Commission.

5th December 2024

EC fund boost for innovation in maritime sector

5th December 2024