(SWZ article) The Dutch Minimum Wage Act may in fact be a serious threat to the Dutch merchant fleet.

A consortium of leading international maritime companies, supported by Maritime Knowledge Centre, have joined forces to further investigate the feasibility of methanol as a sustainable alternative transport fuel in the maritime sector.

(Mars 201904) A tanker was in port to undergo a class survey. Cargo and ballast tanks had been opened and cleared for entry and inspection.

DP World PLC has acquired the holding company of P&O Ferries and P&O Ferrymasters (together P&O Ferries).

(Mars 201903) Before a loaded bulk carrier departed, the master and pilot discussed the pilotage plan, which included the use of four tugs.

Public transport by water is important for a country as rich in water as the Netherlands, which is why SWZ|Maritime’s February issue features a special on this topic.

The shipping industry’s MeToo call #lättaankar [anchors aweigh] brought commitment from the industry.

On 15 February, at its yard in Werkendam, the Netherlands, Concordia Damen celebrated the naming of the Sendo Liner, an innovative dry cargo vessel.

(Mars 201902) A large loaded bulk carrier was inbound. The master and pilot were conducting an exchange of information including the harbour passage plan produced by the harbour authority.

Stena RoRo has purchased the ferry Yamato from the Japanese shipping company Hankyu Ferry.