In the latest episode of Listen Up!, Marine Log’s official podcast, we take a closer look at digital transformation in the maritime sector—beyond the buzzwords. Host Heather Ervin is joined by Vlassis
Following its investigation of a fire that broke out aboard the 66-foot long, 1972-built fishing vessel Tarka II in September last year, the National Transportation Safety Board is highlighting the importance of
Turkish shipowner Susesea, which has a fleet of six bulk carriers, has successfully upgraded its cylinder lubrication strategy by adopting Chevron’s Taro Ultra Advanced 40 (TUA 40). Working closely with Chevron Marine
Back in February, a report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) found, that while the Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) has about 800 employees to carry out its many missions,
The executive board of Everllence (the former MAN Energy Solutions) has appointed Stefan Eefting as its new head of Americas. Eefting took up his new role July 1st, succeeding Mahesh Joshi who
General Dynamics Electric Boat, a business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD) reports that it was awarded a $1.85 billion contract modification to a previously awarded contract supporting submarine production. This modification
With the arrival of Svitzer Barrington, the first of two state-of-the-art TRAnsverse tugs ordered by Svitzer Australia, maritime operations at the Port of Newcastle, New South Wales, are set for a significant
“During the first half of 2025, U.S. seaborne grain shipments increased 9% y/y, driven by stronger maize exports,” says Filipe Gouveia, shipping analysis manager at BIMCO. “While an increase in import tariffs
Washington State Gov. Bob Ferguson announced yesterday that he has selected the $714.5 million bid from Florida-based Eastern Shipbuilding Group to build three new 160-vehicle hybrid-electric ferries. Two shipyards had bid for
Cavitation erosion and corrosion remain persistent challenges in marine operations, often causing severe damage to rudders, thruster tunnels, and other underwater components. This leads to frequent drydockings, costly repairs, and operational downtime.