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India’s launches Hydrogen powered commercial passenger vessel
India’s first indigenous hydrogen fuel powered passenger vessel began commercial operations today, after it was flagged off on its maiden voyage by the Shipping & Ports Minster of the country, Mr. Sarbanand Sonowal. It operates on a Low Temperature Proton Exchange Membrane fuel cell system that converts stored hydrogen into electricity, releasing only water as a byproduct.


India launches One Nation One Port Process
India has launched ONOP (One Nation One Port Process) framework to ensure uniformity in port processes across all ports in the country.


Bananas cause cruise delays in the English Channel
A cruise ship had to delay its departure from the Southampton Port of UK due to sailing hazard caused by containers floating in the sea, after having Photo for representation purpose only fallen off a cargo ship. Lona , a cruise ship with a carrying capacity of 5200 passengers and owned by P&O had to delay its scheduled departure from Southampton Port on Saturday, 6 th of December, after containers were seen floating in the English Channel. The ship was enroute Spain, Por


Dr. Rosalie Balkin wins International Maritime Award
Dr. Rosalin Balkin, Secretary-General of the Comité Maritime International (CMI) was honoured with a Silver Dolphin Trophy at the annual IMO Awards Ceremony, held in London on 24 November 2025.


Royal Caribbean unveils its latest and largest ‘Legend of the Seas’
Miami based Royal Caribbean has pushed the limits further by unveiling ‘Legend of the Seas’ , the world’s largest cruise ship. Weighing a...


Bunkering activities restart at Salalah Port
With the dawn of monsoon season in September, the bunkering activities restarted in the Oman’s southern port city of Salalah . All...


A Leisure Boat in Portugal drowned by Orcas
In a bizarre turn of events, a pod of Orcas (Killer Whales) was seen repeatedly attacking a leisure boat, off the coast of Portugal. The...


Maritime Operations in Nigeria Severely Disrupted by Silt Build up in Escravos Channel
Silt buildup in Nigeria’s Escravos Channel is severely disrupting maritime operations, causing vessel delays and major trade losses. Urgent dredging is needed to restore safe navigation and stabilize regional shipping routes.
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