Four crew members remain missing after the small general cargo ship Grigory Lovtsov capsized near Korsakov port at the southern end of Sakhalin Island, in Russia’s Far East. Russian authorities reported that three crew members were rescued, though all are suffering from hypothermia. The Grigory Lovtsov, a 41-meter, 200-dwt vessel that has operated in Russia since 2010, was carrying a crew of seven. Sakhalin Oblast Governor Valery Limarenko stated on
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Gard Warns Seafarers of Legal Risks in Norway Over Drone Use at Ports
The Norwegian protection and indemnity association, Gard, has issued a caution to seafarers on the legal risks associated with drone use in ports, following a recent incident in Norway. A ship officer on a Gard member vessel was arrested and fined after using a personal drone to capture footage over the commercial Port of Hammerfest, where his ship was docked. The officer, a European national, now faces potential deportation due
Sweden to Abolish Eco-Tax on Air Travel in July 2025
The Swedish government announced on Tuesday that it will eliminate the eco-tax on air travel, which was introduced in 2018, effective from July 1, 2025. This decision follows months of discussions and stems from an agreement between the conservative government led by Ulf Kristersson and its far-right allies, the Sweden Democrats, who together hold a parliamentary majority. The removal of the tax aims to boost air transport and enhance accessibility
Maersk enhances service between India and North Europe
Maersk announced an upgrade to its ME2 ocean service to include port calls in North Europe, namely Rotterdam, Felixstowe and Bremerhaven. “This extension of the ME2 service to key destinations in North Europe will benefit North India’s exporters, particularly those in the lifestyle and retail sectors. With upgraded service, manufacturers and exporters will get expedited access to important consumer markets in North Europe. The transit times for ocean transports between
Peel Ports Group Launches £750M Construction Frameworks for UK and Ireland Ports
Peel Ports Group, the UK’s second-largest port operator, is calling for contractors to bid on two new frameworks aimed at overseeing a significant long-term construction program across its sites in the UK and Ireland, totaling £750 million. The port operator intends to engage contractors for two frameworks spanning up to eight years. One framework will focus on general construction, while the other will address marine construction. These frameworks will encompass