by Poseidon Navigation | Apr 4, 2017 | Industry News
eMaritime Group has released a range of around 120 type specific ECDIS reference cards for seafarers, port state control inspectors. They provide an overview of the key screenshots and features of every leading ECDIS manufacturer. They can be customised to vessels and...
by Poseidon Navigation | Mar 28, 2017 | Industry News
The Nautical Institute launched a flagship distance learning programme, the Command Diploma Scheme, in Singapore, on March 24th. At the core of the scheme, are the subjects that existing and aspiring masters have identified as areas of concern, such as onboard...
by Poseidon Navigation | Mar 21, 2017 | Industry News
Only few months have been left for ECDIS updates. DNV GL has recently experienced an increased number of queries related to this issue and highlights key points from consideration. The International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) has revised its ECDIS standards, with...
by Poseidon Navigation | Mar 14, 2017 | Industry News
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) announced that eight foreign flagged ships were under detention in UK ports, during February 2017, after failing Port State Control (PSC) inspection. During February, there were two new detention of foreign flagged vessels in...
by Poseidon Navigation | Mar 7, 2017 | Industry News
The Norwegian government has finally agreed to proceed to the construction of the Stad tunnel, the worlds first ship tunnel under a mountain on the remote western coast of Norway. The new ‘tourist attraction’ will not only save time but also money....
by Poseidon Navigation | Feb 28, 2017 | Industry News
More crew were kidnapped at sea in 2016 than in any of the previous 10 years, despite global piracy reaching its lowest levels since 1998 , the ICC International Maritime Bureau’s (IMB) annual piracy report revealed today. In its 2016 report, IMB recorded 191...
