Cargo community blockchain system launched
Cargo community provider MGI has launched the world’s first cargo community system with integrated blockchain technology. MGI partnered with electrical systems firm Thales to integrate...
Global Port Integrity Index to combat maritime corruption
Denmark’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has partnered with the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN) to develop a Global Port Integrity Index. MACN, a global industry network...
IMO 2020 compliance: emissions reduction tactics considered
As the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) new rules governing shipping emissions post-2020 approach, shipping operators are weighing their options. By 1 January 2020, ships must...
Port of Hamburg 5G testbed reports success
The Hamburg Port Authority, in partnership with Deutsche Telekom and Nokia, has completed a series of 5G connectivity trials. The Port of Hamburg 5G trial...
Scottish Marine Protected Areas to conserve whales, sharks
The Government of Scotland has proposed four new Scottish Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) aimed at safeguarding the country’s native marine species. The MPAs, which will...
Sustainable fisheries: Commission details progress, profit
The European Commission has reiterated its commitment to sustainable fisheries in its 2019 Communication on the implementation of the Common Fisheries Policy. The Commission publishes...
Norwegian ocean strategy to support sustainable industry
The government of Norway has released an updated edition of its ocean strategy with a renewed focus on a sustainable blue economy. The ocean around...
Carnival Corporation air pollution higher than that of cars – study
A new study has found levels of air pollution emitted by Carnival cruise ships are nearly 10 times more than emissions produced by cars. The...
WWF Blue Panda boat to raise awareness of biodiversity, pollution
The World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF) has launched a boat which will raise awareness of marine biodiversity in the Mediterranean region. The Blue Panda...
Women in ocean science: Canadian research programmes announced
The World Maritime University (WMU) will conduct a major research project on the theme of empowering women in the maritime research sector. The project, whose...
