by Poseidon Navigation | Jul 26, 2016 | Industry News
Piracy and armed robbery at sea has fallen to its lowest levels since 1995, despite a surge in kidnappings off West Africa, according to a new report from the International Chamber of Commerce’s International Maritime Bureau (IMB). IMB’s global piracy...
by Poseidon Navigation | Jul 20, 2016 | Industry News
An increase in internet access at sea will lead to an increased risk of suffering a cyber-attack, says a research report by Protection Vessels International. However, if addressed correctly, this risk can be lowered to sit comfortably within the acceptable risk...
by Poseidon Navigation | Jul 12, 2016 | Industry News
The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency made available guidance, providing updated information regarding training for seafarer careers. Foundation degrees Deck and engineer officers can study in areas of marine operation and marine engineering. Study programmes include...
by Poseidon Navigation | Jul 6, 2016 | Industry News
In a step towards bringing renewable energy to shipping, Eco Marine Power (EMP) is asid it has been granted a United States Patent for technology related to its wind and solar power system for ships – Aquarius MRE. As a result, EMP now intends to explore joint...
by Poseidon Navigation | Jun 22, 2016 | Industry News
The United Kingdom Hydrographic Office is to release five new Electronic Navigational Charts (ENCs) for the expanded Panama Canal. The new ENCS are produced by the Panama Canal Authority (PCA) and provide end-to-end coverage of the Canal at a scale of 1:10 000. They...
