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Bio-content in marine fuel helps reduce emissions – but will it leave you all at sea?
Pierre Poitras, at Conidia Bioscience, looks at how the increased percentage of biofuels can raise the cost of fuel as well as leave it susceptible to microbes
Moving on: new fuels
With decarbonisation and climate change policies at the forefront of the minds of both the public and governments, we are likely to see many changes to the world in which we live. One of the most noticeable will be the way that cars and pleasure boats are likely to be powered, as Mike Phillips and David Handley, of WFW, reports
Smart ships need seafarers who can bridge the widening skills gap
Recruiting, training, retaining and reskilling our seafarers is vital for the future of the industry. Understanding the needs of 2040 begins today; it involves core competencies and smart skills, writes Richard Clayton of Lloyd’s List
UK government to boost green shipping
Jonathan Moss, of DWF, looks at the UK Maritime Minister’s plan to explore shore power which he sees as a boost for green shipping
Russia sanctions: what is a Russian vessel?
Enrico Vergani, of BonelliErede, discusses the latest in the Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the impact of the sanctions on shipping
A world in transition
Richard Turner, of IUMI, reports on the work of marine insurers to go green
Master’s duty to rescue persons at sea – the challenges
Captain John Owen, of London FOIL and Bernica Marine Consultants, discusses the rules around rescuing migrants and particularly refugees
The evolving face of green shipping
Hill Dickinson’s Beth Bradley and Rachel Hoyland review the various initiatives being taken by maritime industry stakeholders to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
What is panic disorder?
Sophia Bullard, of the UK P&I Club (in association with its psychological and psychometric screening partner IMEQ), considers the mental challenges on seafarers
What is panic disorder?
Sophia Bullard, of the UK P&I Club (in association with its psychological and psychometric screening partner IMEQ), considers the mental challenges on seafarers
Moving on: new fuels
With decarbonisation and climate change policies at the forefront of the minds of both the public and governments, we are likely to see many changes to the world in which we live. One of the most noticeable will be the way that cars and pleasure boats are likely to be powered, as Mike Phillips and David Handley, of WFW, reports
Master’s duty to rescue persons at sea – the challenges
Captain John Owen, of London FOIL and Bernica Marine Consultants, discusses the rules around rescuing migrants and particularly refugees
A world in transition
Richard Turner, of IUMI, reports on the work of marine insurers to go green