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Analysis: Reducing carbon emissions: is the shipping sector prepared?
Joe Baker 18 June 2018

The International Maritime Organization has pledged to reduce carbon emissions from shipping by at least 50% by 2050. But is this goal ambitious enough, or will the sector still struggle to achieve it?

Ever since countries first pledged to take charge of their carbon footprints as part of 1997’s Kyoto Protocol, the shipping sector has come under increasing scrutiny for its failure to respond to the climate change challenge.

The economics of the South China Sea conflict
Zoilo P. Dejaresco III June 18, 2018 https://business.mb.com.ph/2018/06/18/the-economics-of-the-south-china-s...

The South China Sea conflict is not just about small Filipino fishermen being deprived of their catch there or to have additional beautiful islands we can add as tourist havens on top of our 7,000 plus.

Illness or accident report the vessel
ATTY. DENNIS GORECHO June 18,2018 http://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/180298/illness-accident-reportcthe-vessel

If a seafarer is not feeling well while at sea, he must consult a medical person before disembarkation.

A seafarer must present evidence or report that he complained of any medical condition while working on board the vessel during the term of his contract.

Smoke seen emanating from container ship
June 18, 2018 https://www.financialexpress.com/india-news/smoke-seen-emanating-from-co...

A container ship was still seen emitting smoke today despite an Indian Air Force chopper having put off its fire yesterday, a Defence official said.

CA junks Sulpicio Lines appeal to restore license to ferry people
June 19, 2018 https://www.rappler.com/nation/205243-court-appeals-decision-sulpicio-li...

The Court of Appeals says the shipping company, who lost its license to transport passengers after the M/V Princess of the Stars tragedy, should have filed an appeal before the Office of the President before running to the appellate court

‘Kadamay in Pandi infiltrated by NPA’
DEMPSEY REYES June 17, 2018 http://www.manilatimes.net/kadamay-in-pandi-infiltrated-by-npa/409035/
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Turkish cargo ship sinks off Croatia, crew evacauted
ZAGREB – AFP June 17 2018 http://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/turkish-cargo-ship-sinks-off-croatia-cr...

NTSB determines leaking fuel caused Caribbean Fantasy fire: The agency also cites 'poor safety culture' that led to the $20 million ferry casualty
Jun 6, 2018 http://www.professionalmariner.com/Web-Bulletin-2018/NTSB-determines-lea...

The following is text of a news release from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB):

Digitalization expected to transform the global shipping industry
18/06/2018 https://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/digitalization-expected-to-transfor...

The recently concluded Maritime Silk Road Port International Cooperation Forum in Ningbo City saw shipping industry experts from around the world discuss new ways to boost the efficiency of sea-based trade. Many believe that the way forward is by relying on the Digital Silk Road.

ECDIS should be protected to avoid potential cyber breaches
11/06/18 https://safety4sea.com/ecdis-should-be-protected-to-avoid-potential-cybe...

ECDIS is possible to be hacked, causing confusion regarding the size and the location of vessels, in order to trigger other ships' collision alarms. This could possibly block the English Channel, even though such a consequence is high unlikely.