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Full list: Among world’s top 10 biggest aircraft carriers are 2 from India...
posted on: May 29, 2024
List of the 10 world’s biggest aircraft carriers: Aircraft carriers are the most powerful and versatile warships in modern naval fleets, serving as floating air bases capable of projecting air power across vast expanses of the ocean, with their eminence having been proven since World War I. Recently, as per the Naval News, China has reportedly launched the world’s first dedicated drone aircraft carrier by the name of Fujian Type 076, according to satellite imagery and an expert from the Jiangnan Shipyard on the Yangtze River. The launch was not reported until now and has raised questions about China’s intentions to advance the military use of drones and their deployment in battle. Today, as aircraft carriers remain the centrepiece of naval forces, providing unparalleled power projection capabilities and serving as symbols of national prestige and military might; here are the top 10 biggest aircraft carriers in the world. The world’s top 10 biggest...
Bulk Carrier Hit by Missiles in Red Sea
posted on: May 29, 2024
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on Tuesday that they received a report of an incident 33 nautical miles northwest of Yemen’s Mocha. “The Master of an MV reports a further missile attack. The vessel has sustained further damage. The crew are safe, and the vessel is proceeding to their next port of call,” the UKMTO advisory note said. DUBAI, May 28 (Reuters) – A Marshall Islands-flagged bulk carrier off the Yemeni coast took on water after being targeted with three missiles, maritime security and shipping sources said on Tuesday. The ship issued a distress call, saying it had sustained damage to the cargo hold and was taking on water about 54 nautical miles southwest of Yemen’s port city of Hodeidah, British security firm Ambrey said. Greek shipping sources said the vessel, which bears the name Laax, was sailing to a port nearby to assess the extent of the damage. It was headed to the United Arab Emirates. Its Greece-based operator Grehel Shipmanagement did not immediately reply...
মেরিটাইম সিল্ক রোডে বাংলাদেশের সম্ভাবনা ও চ্যালেঞ্জ...
posted on: May 28, 2024
ড. রেজাউল করিম চৌধুরী, কাজী মো. আবু সাইদ : কেবল সমুদ্রের জন্য বাংলাদেশকে গুরুত্বপূর্ণ মনে করে না চীন। চীনের জন্য স্থলপথের নেটওয়ার্ক বিস্তারেও বাংলাদেশের ভূমিকা রয়েছে। দেশটির স্থলবেষ্টিত দক্ষিণাঞ্চলীয় প্রদেশগুলো, বিশেষ করে ইউনানকে ভারত মহাসাগরের সঙ্গে সংযুক্ত করার ক্ষেত্রে বাংলাদেশ অবদান রাখতে পারে। এসব কারণেই সিল্ক স্ট্রিট ইকোনমিক বেল্টের পাশাপাশি একবিংশ শতাব্দীর মেরিটাইম সিল্ক রোডেও বাংলাদেশের অংশগ্রহণকে সর্বোচ্চ অগ্রাধিকার দিয়ে থাকে চীন সরকার। ২০১৬ সালে চীনের প্রেসিডেন্ট শি জিনপিংয়ের বাংলাদেশে ঐতিহাসিক সফরের পর থেকে এ পর্যন্ত শত শত কোটি ডলার আর্থিক সহায়তা প্রদান করেছে বেইজিং। ফলে চীনের বেল্ট অ্যান্ড রোড অ্যাক্টিভিটিতে দক্ষিণ এশিয়ার দেশগুলোর মধ্যে বাংলাদেশের অংশগ্রহণ বেড়েছে। বাংলাদেশে ১ হাজার কোটি ডলার সমমূল্যের অবকাঠামো প্রকল্প গ্রহণ করেছে চীন। এসব প্রকল্পের মধ্যে চাইনিজ ফাইন্যান্সিয়াল অ্যান্ড ইন্ডাস্ট্রিয়াল জোন, পায়রা বিদ্যুৎ কেন্দ্র, অষ্টম চীন-বাংলাদেশ ফ্রেন্ডশিপ ব্রিজ এবং আন্তর্জাতিক প্রদর্শনী কেন্দ্র অন্যতম। বেল্ট অ্যান্ড রোড ইনিশিয়েটিভের (বিআরআই) আরো দুটি প্রকল্প কর্ণফুলী নদী টানেল প্রকল্প এবং পদ্মা সেতু রেল সংযোগ প্রকল্পের কাজ এরই মধ্যে শেষ হয়েছে।...
Operation ATALANTA frees hijacked vessel BASILISK...
posted on: May 28, 2024
Operation ATALANTA confirms the liberation of the Liberian-flagged Merchant Vessel BASILISK. The 17 crewmembers are safe, and the ship has been secured by one ATALANTA vessel, EUNAVFOR ATALANTA highlights. As explained, the ship was attacked by suspected pirates on 23rd May whilst transiting the Indian Ocean, sailing approximately 380 nautical miles east of Mogadishu, Somalia, heading North. Thursday night, the ATALANTA warship patrolling the area arrived, and the ATALANTA forces went on board the vessel using the Fast-Rope technique from the helicopter. During the attack of the suspected pirates, one of the crew was injured. He is in a stable condition and has received medical attention on board by ATALANTA medical team. Throughout the complete event, the Operation ATALANTA was in permanent contact with the ship-owner company and the Flagship State. Operation ATALANTA strongly recommends merchant and other vulnerable vessels to register in the Maritime Security Centre- Horn of...
Inmarsat ‘Digital Wave’ Report Explores Importance Of Connectivity Onboard ‘Floating Offices’ At Sea...
posted on: May 28, 2024
The new report examines how emerging technology trends in the maritime industry are emphasising the importance of ‘always-on’ connectivity for ships Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat company, has launched a new report Digital Wave: Transforming vessels into floating offices and remote homes. The report explores the growing importance of ‘always-on’ onboard connectivity as ships and their crew become increasingly reliant on digital technology. In an era that sees ships functioning as ‘floating offices’, a reliable network connection optimises vessel operations and enhances life on board. Equally, the consequences of any loss of connectivity on safety, efficiency, and seafarer welfare can be severe. Compiled by maritime technology research firm Thetius, the report draws on interviews and survey data to provide insight into how crews and shore-based teams are using digital technologies today. It begins by examining emerging technology trends: specifically, how ships are becoming floating offices and the resultant demand for collaborative and...
IMO calls for immediate end to Red Sea attacks...
posted on: May 28, 2024
IMO Member States call for an immediate end to ongoing attacks on ships and seafarers transiting through the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. Member States of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) have called for an immediate end to ongoing attacks on ships and seafarers transiting through the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. In a resolution adopted in London, IMO’s Maritime Safety Committee condemned the attacks as “illegal and unjustifiable”, posing a direct threat to the freedom of navigation in one of the world’s most critical waterways, while causing major disruptions to regional and global trade. It is the first resolution to be adopted by IMO Member States on this issue since the Houthis seized the MV Galaxy Leader in November 2023. Since then, around 50 dangerous and destabilizing maritime attacks have been carried out, costing the lives of several seafarers while the 25 crew members of the Galaxy Leader remain...
Fuel Cell Technologies and Applications for Deep-Sea Shipping...
posted on: May 28, 2024
Decarbonization of the shipping industry is a complex task. Given this complexity, it is important to ensure that all options that can contribute are adequately considered and assessed. While alternative fuels for shipping are a major area of research and development, this report puts the spotlight on fuel cells as an alternative fuel conversion technology of potential interest to the shipping industry. Making fuel cells’ contribution to shipping’s decarbonization a reality will require both acceleration of technological development and increased awareness of this technology across the different stakeholders in the maritime value chain. To this end, this report seeks to provide an impartial status update on fuel cell technologies from a maritime industry perspective. This information will help ship owners and charterers make informed decisions as they consider whether to include fuel cells as a viable option in their short-, medium-, and long-term strategies. We begin this report by...
The indispensability of the Greek-owned fleet: international and cross-trading...
posted on: May 28, 2024
Greek shipowners control more than 20% of the global merchant fleet, in terms of deadweight tonnes – dwt (Figure 1), making Greece the world’s largest shipowning nation. The Greek-controlled merchant fleet is not only the largest in the world, but it is also dynamic, exhibiting steady growth. Over the past decade, the total capacity of the Greek merchant fleet, comprising of 5,543 ships, has seen a 53.5% increase. In fact, the Greek-owned fleet is the largest crosstrader in the world, moving cargoes between third countries with over 98% of its capacity. The international, cross-trading character of Greek shipping, together with its size, render it indispensable for global trade. Greek shipping is predominantly engaged in the bulk/tramp sector. This specialises in transporting staples such as grains and agricultural products, oil and gas, iron, bauxite, alumina and other ores, coal, fertilisers, steel, chemical and forest products. It, therefore, transports essential goods...
Ships being brought back to Chattogram port, operational activities to resume...
posted on: May 28, 2024
As the impact of Cyclone Remal diminishes, the Chittagong Port Authority has taken the initiative to bring back the ships to the port. The 19 ships that were sent back to the deep sea during high tide yesterday (26 May) will be brought back to the jetties of Chattogram port soon. Additionally, 49 bulk cargo ships, which were obstructed from from unloading goods and sent back to the deep sea, will also be brought back to the outer anchorage, confirmed Secretary of port authority Mohammad Omar Faruq. According to the Marine Department of Chattogram port, the weather signal from the Meteorological Department has been lowered to signal number 3. Consequently, the port’s internal alert level 4 has been withdrawn. Pilots are preparing to bring the ships back. They will soon board the incoming ships, and the ships will be berthed during today’s high tide. The Chattogram Port Authority has...
Allianz: Shipping Losses Continue Decline Hitting All-Time Yearly Low...
posted on: May 27, 2024
The global shipping industry is recording a continuing decline in large vessel losses despite the sector facing growing risks. Global insurer Allianz released its Safety and Shipping Review 2024 which shows shipping losses hit an all-time low, maintaining a trend that has been developing in recent years. The review contends that despite the global fleet grappling with growing volatility and uncertainties from war and geopolitical events, climate change, and the resurgence of piracy among other risks, the sector lost just 26 large ships in 2023. This represented a decline of more than one-third year-on-year and by 70 percent over the past decade. In 2022 and 2021, a total of 41 and 59 losses were recorded respectively while 729 ships have been lost over the past decade. Allianz highlights the decline in losses is taking place in an increasingly dangerous environment. The shipping industry is confronting a broad range of...
American Landing Craft Go Aground in Gaza in Heavy Weather...
posted on: May 27, 2024
On Saturday, a storm hit the U.S.-run aid pier off Gaza’s coast, breaking four Army landing craft loose from their moorings alongside the floating structure and sending them drifting onto the beach. Two went ashore in Gaza, and two more are on the beach within Israeli territory to the north, according to the Wall Street Journal. No one was hurt in the casualty, but photos released by Reuters appear to show a handful of U.S. troops in a temporary “feet-dry” status on the sand in Israel. It is unclear whether servicemembers were forced to disembark on contested territory; the White House has pledged that no American boots will touch the ground during the operation. In a statement Saturday, the Pentagon reiterated that American troops will not enter Gaza. The aid pier remains fully functional, and “efforts to recover the vessels are under way with assistance from the Israeli Navy,” U.S. Central...
IMO condemns “illegal, unjustifiable” attacks on ships in Red Sea...
posted on: May 27, 2024
Member States of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) – the UN agency that regulates global shipping – have called for an immediate end to ongoing attacks on ships and seafarers transiting through the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. In a resolution adopted in London, IMO’s Maritime Safety Committee condemned the attacks as “illegal and unjustifiable”, posing a direct threat to the freedom of navigation in one of the world’s most critical waterways, while causing major disruptions to regional and global trade. It is the first resolution to be adopted by IMO Member States on this issue since the Houthis seized the MV Galaxy Leader in November 2023. Since then, around 50 dangerous and destabilizing maritime attacks have been carried out, costing the lives of several seafarers while the 25 crew members of the Galaxy Leader remain in hostage. The Committee called for their immediate and unconditional release. “The...
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