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One coastal tanker hijacked every two weeks reveals International Maritime Bureau report

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A report released by the International Maritime Bureau says that a small coastal tanker is hijacked by pirates in South East Asia every two weeks on average
A report released by the International Maritime Bureau says that a small coastal tanker is hijacked by pirates in South East Asia every two weeks on average

A small coastal tanker is hijacked by pirates in South East Asia every two weeks on average, a report from the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) International Maritime Bureau (IMB) has revealed.

South East Asia accounts for 55% of the world’s 54 piracy and armed robbery incidents since the start of 2015. After a steady drop in global piracy over the last few years, attacks rose 10% in the first quarter of 2015 on the same period of 2014. Worldwide, pirates took 140 hostages in the first three months of 2015, three times as many as during the same period in 2014. A total of 13 seafarers were assaulted and three injured.

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First speakers announced for IIMS London Conference 2015

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Lloyd's of London is the venue for the IIMS London Conference 2015 on 7-8 September
Lloyd’s of London is the venue for the IIMS London Conference 2015 on 7-8 September

The IIMS London Conference 2015, which is to be held at the Old Library in the Lloyd’s of London building on 7-8 September at the start of London Shipping week, is starting to gather pace and momentum.

Early bird booking discounts will be released and available from early May together with details of how to reserve your place at the Conference. So watch for more details in the coming weeks.

Dinner is confirmed aboard HMS Belfast for the evening of Monday 7 September, a most fitting venue to hold such an occasion.

The Conference theme is ‘Marine Surveying Today’ and has been kept deliberately general to enable a wide variety of topics to be presented and discussed. A number of speakers have already been confirmed and we can reveal some of the topics of the presentations (subject to change and alteration) as follows:
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Feadship launches 44 metre Moon Sand superyacht

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Feadship launches 44 metre Moon Sand superyacht
Feadship launches 44 metre Moon Sand superyacht

Feadship has launched the 44.20 metre (145’0”) Moon Sand superyacht. After the completion of a number of new builds in partnership with renowned exterior designers over the past year, Moon Sand is a salient reminder of the formidable design expertise Feadship has in-house.

Like every pure custom Feadship, Moon Sand is first and foremost a reflection of the owners who commissioned her. The look, feel and function of this striking new Feadship certainly benefits from the high degree of input from the clients, who liaised with De Voogt Design closely on every aspect.

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Interwar yacht Caritas set for restoration by G L Watson & Co

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G L Watson & Co is set to restore Caritas, one of the last remaining large classic interwar motor yachts
G L Watson & Co is set to restore Caritas, one of the last remaining large classic interwar motor yachts

G L Watson & Co has discovered one of the last remaining large classic interwar motor yachts. Caritas is a fine example of a 1920’s Cox & Stevens designed and Krupp built yacht and at 48m provides the last opportunity to save and restore a large significant high pedigree interwar yacht.

She has been long forgotten prior to being discovered, and G L Watson & Co has found  her just in time to save her from being scrapped.

The plan, according to G L Watson & Co, is following restoration that Caritas should re-join her restored stablemates Dona Amelia (ex Haida) and Talitha G (ex Reveller).

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Anthem of the Seas delivered

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Meyer Werft has delivered the nearly 348 metres Anthem of the Seas to Royal Carribean Cruises
Meyer Werft has delivered the nearly 348 metres Anthem of the Seas to Royal Carribean Cruises

Meyer Werft has delivered the 168,600-gt cruise ship Anthem of the Seas to the US cruise operator Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.

The second ship of the Quantum class sets new standards in terms of eco-friendliness. It features highly energy-efficient systems, optimised hydrodynamics, heat recovery, an effective underwater paint coating, a state-of-the-art exhaust gas treatment plant (hybrid scrubber) as well as energy-saving LED lighting systems.

Sophisticated alarm, safety and communication systems combined with the latest technology in propulsion and navigation are typical for Royal Caribbean cruise ships. The same high standard applies to entertainment and interiors.

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Launch date for CMID accredited vessel inspectors scheme announced

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Mike Schwarz (IIMS CEO), Hilary Excell (MSA Business Manager) and Chris Baldwin, (IMCA Technical Adviser) announcing the launch date for CMID accredited vessel inspectors scheme
Mike Schwarz (IIMS CEO), Hilary Excell (MSA Business Manager) and Chris Baldwin, (IMCA Technical Adviser) announcing the launch date for CMID accredited vessel inspectors scheme

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) and the International Institute of Marine Surveying (IIMS) chose the final day of Ocean Business at Southampton (16 April) to announce the eagerly awaited start date for the IIMS accredited vessel inspectors (AVIs) scheme for CMID work on a worldwide basis as 1 June 2015. Those wishing to apply to become IIMS AVIs will be able to register their interest from the beginning of May 2015 in order to allow for processing of applications from 1 June.

“The accreditation process for CMID vessel inspectors, to be known as accredited vessel inspectors or AVIs for short, will be explained on a new website devoted to the CMID AVI community” says Chris Baldwin IMCA’s Technical Adviser. “This initiative is being collaboratively delivered by IMCA and the IIMS and will radically alter the vessel inspection expectations of all stakeholders as the AVI badge will become the ‘industry standard’ symbol of quality for CMID reports.

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The Admiralty Manual of Seamanship 12th edition published

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An excellent standard of seamanship is more difficult to achieve was the message at the launch of the 12th edition of The Admiralty Manual of Seamanship
An excellent standard of seamanship is more difficult to achieve was the message at the launch of the 12th edition of The Admiralty Manual of Seamanship

An excellent standard of seamanship is more difficult to achieve and maintain against the issues of reduced sea time, accelerated promotion and little opportunity to practise. This was the message at the launch of the 12th edition of The Admiralty Manual of Seamanship, authored by the Royal Navy and published by The Nautical Institute.

“Seamanship issues between navy and merchant service are not very different these days,” said Captain Robert McCabe FNI, President of the Institute. “Cuts to both services mean that ancillary staff, including cooks and stewards, find themselves part of the mooring party with less training than the able seaman. For the officers in charge, the emphasis in training is on technology and weapons rather than seamanship.

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BC Ferries announces its second LNG ferry is under construction

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BC Ferries announces its second of three LNG ferries is under construction
BC Ferries announces its second of three LNG ferries is under construction

The first steel cut on BC Ferries’ second of three new intermediate class ferries (ICF) took place at Remontowa Shipbuilding S.A. in Gdansk, Poland recently. The steel cut is another significant milestone in the construction of three new dual-fuel ferries, capable of running on liquefied natural gas (LNG) or diesel.

These brand new vessels will replace ageing ships in the fleet and are part of a vessel replacement plan for standardized ships by BC Ferries to allow for greater interoperability. Standardization will provide the company with more flexibility to best utilize ships over their 40-year lifespan. This strategy will save on training and operating costs, and will better match capacity with demand throughout the system.

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Panama Canal Authority Advisory Board meets in Japan

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The Panama Canal Authority Advisory Board meets in Japan as the project is 88% complete and nearing completion
The Panama Canal Authority Advisory Board meets in Japan as the project is 88% complete and nearing completion

Members of the Panama Canal Authority Board of Directors and Administration returned to Panama after having travelled to Asia for the 24th joint meeting of its Advisory Board.

The delegation met in Japan with the group of distinguished advisers to discuss Canal operations and performance, progress on the Expansion Program, training programs and future projects that will enhance the reliable service offered by the expanded Canal. The meeting was especially pertinent now that the Panama Canal expansion project has reached 88% completion and is now entering the final construction phase. Upon completion, the two new lock complexes will have a total of 16 gates, eight in the Pacific and eight in the Atlantic. The expansion project is due for completion in December 2015.

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New RNLI lifeboats to be designed by Newcastle University students

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Newcastle University students are set to design the new RNLI lifeboats. Image by Steve Lowe
Newcastle University students are set to design the new RNLI lifeboats. Image by Steve Lowe

The approach to the design of all-weather RNLI lifeboats is set for a re-evaluation as part of a major study being led by Newcastle University and the RNLI with support from Lloyds’ Register. Set up to explore how new technology, materials and approaches can be used to improve the design, operation and maintenance practice of the RNLI’s Severn Class lifeboat, the four-year project will help to improve the performance of the craft while providing the safest possible environment for the RNLI’s volunteer crews.

Using computer models, small scale experiments and full size trials to analyse the behaviour of lifeboats at a range of speeds and in varying conditions, the findings will inform new design specifications around speed, safety and efficiency.

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IMO and Bangladesh collaborate to improve ship recycling standards

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The IMO and Bangladeshi Government has agreed to collaborate to improve ship recycling standards
The IMO and Bangladeshi Government has agreed to collaborate to improve ship recycling standards

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh have signed a landmark agreement to work together to improve safety and environmental ship recycling standards in the country.

A Memorandum of Understanding formalizing the cooperation between the two was signed by Mr Nicolaos Charalambous, Director, Technical Cooperation Division, IMO and Mr Md. Ashadul Islam, Additional Secretary, Economic Relations Division of the Ministry of Finance of the Government of Bangladesh, on 10 April 2014.

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Nautilus demands action following enclosed space deaths

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As a result of recent enclosed space deaths affecting seafarers Nautilus is calling for action
As a result of recent enclosed space deaths affecting seafarers Nautilus is calling for action

Nautilus International is calling for the UK to lead a ‘new and concerted drive to end the appalling litany’ of enclosed space deaths that are currently affecting seafarer.

The Union has written to shipping minister John Hayes following the latest incident, in which two seafarers died in a cargo hold of the Isle of Man flagged Carisbrooke Shipping general cargo vessel Sally Ann C last month.

Investigations into the incident – which took place off the coast of west Africa – are underway, but it is known that the chief officer and chief engineer died after entering a hold where timber was stowed and the second officer had to be rescued after losing consciousness when he went to the aid of his colleagues.

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