Maritime News
Latest maritime-related news from the UK and beyond
Bringing you a selected round-up of significant news, opinion and events involving Maritime London members and the UK shipping cluster generally, with special emphasis on the economic impact of the maritime services’ sector and its contribution to the wider national economy.
WFW advises MPC Container Ships ASA on acquisition of Cido Shipping’s container ship fleet
Watson Farley & Williams (“WFW“) has advised Oslo-based MPC Container Ships ASA (“MPCC“) on the acquisition of the container ship fleet of...Read More
London P&I Club records encouraging growth
Following the recent completion of the 2018 renewal, the London P&I Club saw an encouraging 2.5m gt, or 5.8% year-on-year increase in its mutual business,...Read More
Charles Taylor Adjusting appoints Managing Director – Marine
International loss adjuster, Charles Taylor Adjusting (CTA) has appointed Oliver Hutchings as Managing Director, Europe & Singapore of CTA - Marine. ...Read More
Britannia appoints new Exclusive Correspondent in Taiwan
In a move to maintain the highest possible service levels to its Members in Asia, Britannia P&I has recently made two important changes.In April last...Read More
BMT and Black & Veatch to Deliver £1.8m Marine Vessel Technology Assessment System Project for ETI
BMT has announced that it will take the lead in a £1.8 million Vessel Technology Assessment System (VTAS) project. The work has been commissioned and...Read More
ICS appoints Guy Platten as new Secretary General
Following an extensive and rigorous selection procedure, the Board of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) is delighted to announce the appointment...Read More
BMT and Black & Veatch to Deliver £1.8m Marine Vessel Technology Assessment System Project for ETI
BMT has announced that it will take the lead in a £1.8 million Vessel Technology Assessment System (VTAS) project. The work has been commissioned and...Read More
Lloyd’s pushes ahead with electronic placement
Lloyd’s announced plans to push ahead with electronic placement to support face to face negotiation, further increase efficiency in the market, reduce...Read More
Government doubles trainee funding in SMarT move to boost UK maritime sector
More than 400 extra cadets will be trained in maritime roles every year thanks to a £15 million funding...Read More
Baltic Exchange applies changes to BDI
Following consultation with members, the Baltic Exchange will be implementing previously announced changes to the Baltic Dry Index (BDI).From 1 March 2018...Read More
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