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China Praises Swift Action After Fire on Container Ship

China Praises Swift Action After Fire on Container Ship

China’s Ministry of Transport has commended the rapid response to a fire that broke out on a foreign-flagged container vessel deep at sea. Thanks to a coordinated emergency effort, the blaze was contained, preventing damage to the ship and ensuring the safety of the crew.

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Evergreen’s Ever Lunar Drops 50 Containers in Peruvian Waters

Evergreen’s Ever Lunar Drops 50 Containers in Peruvian Waters

On August 1st, the Ever Lunar, a container ship operated by Taiwan-based Evergreen Marine, lost approximately 50 containers overboard while anchored in Callao Bay, Peru. The vessel reportedly began to roll heavily, leading to the containers at the stern toppling into the sea.

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🚢 Ship Launching – A Key Stage in Vessel Construction ⚙️

🚢 Ship Launching – A Key Stage in Vessel Construction ⚙️

Ship launching is the process of transferring a newly constructed vessel from the building platform – typically a dry dock or slipway – into the water for the first time. This transition marks a major milestone in the shipbuilding process and involves precise engineering and safety protocols. ⚠️

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Crew Member Dies After Allegedly Attacking Colleague on Icon of the Seas

Crew Member Dies After Allegedly Attacking Colleague on Icon of the Seas

Authorities say a male crew member on a Royal Caribbean cruise ship fatally jumped overboard shortly after allegedly stabbing a female colleague during an onboard altercation.

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MSC Embarks on Major Feeder Fleet Modernization Project

MSC Embarks on Major Feeder Fleet Modernization Project

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), the world’s largest container line, is preparing to launch a large-scale modernization of its ageing feeder fleet.

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