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Global Cargo Shipping Market 2018-2027: Analysis on the Basis of Growth, New Trends and Current Industry Demand
Loren Collins December 10, 2018

Why Nigeria’s $7bn shipping potential remains untapped
11/12/2018 https://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/why-nigerias-7bn-shipping-potential...

The maritime industry in Nigeria is very green and vast. With its long coastline, unique location, large oil and gas deposit, large and growing population, among others, Nigeria is well-positioned to transform its ports into attractive destinations for both regional and globaltrade.

The big picture behind Maersk’s 2050 decarbonisation pledge
December 11th, 2018 https://splash247.com/the-big-picture-behind-maersks-2050-decarbonisatio...

Dr Tristan Smith from UCL Energy Institute gives readers insight into the Danish carrier’s big announcement earlier this month.

Forty Seafarers Abandoned in UAE
2018-12-09 https://www.maritime-executive.com/article/forty-seafarers-abandoned-in-uae

The U.K.-based charity Human Rights at Sea has documented a case of 40 seafarers abandoned in dire circumstances in the UAE.

Cargo ship capsized, 5 missing, Yangtze
Mikhail Voytenko December 9, 2018 https://maritimebulletin.net/2018/12/09/cargo-ship-capsized-5-missing-ya...

Show cause order vs. 4 noncompliant maritime schools
December 9, 2018 http://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1056169

MANILA -- The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) is set to issue a show cause order against four maritime higher educational institutions (MHEI) in the country for operating without government permits.

Marine Autonomy: The Future is Now
2018-12-09

Vessel autonomy may be the most-discussed technology of the maritime industry's future. Its prospects are bright, but there is no need to wait: a vessel owner can buy it today, install it aboard a commercial boat and upgrade operations with modern capabilities in no time. Marine autonomy is no longer a theory or a prediction, but a product.

Sustainable shipping: why does it matter?
December 7th, 2018 https://splash247.com/sustainable-shipping-why-does-it-matter/

In the week Maersk set out to completely decarbonise its fleet by 2050 DNV GL chief sustainability officer Bjørn Haugland today calls for more public and private collaboration to lead to a more sustainable shipping industry.

Technologies to Watch Out For Future: Shipping and Maritime Industry
Baibhav Mishra - December 6, 2018 https://seanews.co.uk/shipping/maritime-shipping/technologies-to-watch-o...

Offshore Vessel Was Attacked and Approached by Pirates in Nigeria
December 7, 2018 http://www.maritimeherald.com/2018/offshore-vessel-was-attacked-and-appr...

An offshore vessel was attacked and approached by pirates on Tuesday on their way to an FPSO off the coast of Nigeria.