U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) Chairman Laura DiBella and FMC Commissioner Robert J. Harvey will visit Sri Lanka from September 6–10, in a move aimed at advancing U.S.-Sri Lanka cooperation on maritime
“Every nation, in every region of the world, has to take a decision: either you are with us, or you are with the terrorists.” ~ President George W. Bush, in his address
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The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has inaugurated its new Regional Presence Office (RPO) for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, located in the historic maritime city of Alexandria, Egypt. This
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The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has unveiled its agenda for 2025, focusing on significant challenges facing the global maritime sector. Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez, speaking at a news conference on January 14, stressed
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Germany has rescued a Russian oil tanker, Eventin, after the vessel lost power in stormy conditions in the Baltic Sea, carrying 100,000 tonnes of oil. The ship, part of President Putin’s so-called
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by Our Economic Affairs Editor As Hambantota International Port (HIP) embarks on an ambitious expansion plan, the port is set to redefine its role in global maritime trade. With the introduction of
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by Our Economic Affairs Editor China has made significant strides in the development of automated container and dry bulk terminals, with 52 of these facilities now operational, placing the country at the
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A groundbreaking proposal for a flat tax on shipping emissions has gained significant momentum as Liberia and Panama, the world’s leading shipping registries, announced their support. These nations join 43 others, including
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Shipowners have placed record orders for container vessels, driven by strong profits and signaling a potential shift in the global shipping landscape. According to a report from the Financial Times, the total
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Lars Barstad, CEO of Frontline, the world’s largest publicly listed oil tanker operator, has issued a stark warning about the growing threat posed by unregulated “dark fleet” vessels. Speaking to the Financial
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The following excerpts are based on a speech by the author as the Sri Lankan High Commissioner to Pakistan during an event held in Islamabad. I was trained at the Pakistan Navy
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