Damen Supplies Svitzer With ASD Tug 2312
Damen Shipyards Group has signed a contract with harbour and towage operator Svitzer for an ASD Tug 2312. The vessel is scheduled for delivery in late 2026.
The Maritime Executive
Ageing Bulker Fleet Drives Growing Demand for Tank Top Protection
[By Steelpaint] Bulk carrier owners are investing in corrosion protection for cargo hold tank tops as a cost-effective way of avoiding steel replacement work during drydocking and reducing long-term maintenance costs.
Casualty at Port of Tyne Caused Large Release of Plastic Nurdles
Published Jul 28, 2026 8:11 PM by The Maritime Executive Plastic nurdle spills are among the least-desired forms of pollution for coastal states: They are difficult to remediate, persist for years, and are harmful to wildlife.
Port and River Tyne to Close to Clear Damaged Containership and Crane
The Port of Tyne, along with a section of the River Tyne, will be closed for nine hours on Thursday, July 30, as the recovery operation continues from the allision in the port on July 19.
Mounting Industry Pressures Reshape the Role of the Ship Manager
[By Copenhagen Business School] Geopolitical disruption, decarbonisation, crew shortages, cyber risk and rising operating costs are changing the skills required of ship managers, Irene Rosberg, Blue MBA Programme Director at Copenhagen Business School, has said.
Second Dynacom-Owned Tanker Reportedly Hit in Strait of Hormuz
Two tankers managed by Greek operator Dynacom were reportedly struck in separate incidents in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, according to naval and maritime security sources.