by Marc Sfakianakis | Aug 17, 2017 | News
The heart of central London may seem a long way from the world’s international shipping lanes, but for two days in September 2017 it will be the very epicentre of the global maritime industry. The annual International Marine Purchasing Association (IMPA) will be held...
by Marc Sfakianakis | Aug 4, 2017 | News
There has been a great deal of debate in recent years about the damage caused to various environments around the world by invasive aquatic species. And while there are several potential reasons for the movement of such species from one location to another, the biggest...
by Marc Sfakianakis | Jul 28, 2017 | News
2017 has been a busy year for the marine sector, especially in regard to Ballast Water Management Plans. The long-awaited ratification and adoption of new regulations has led to a significant number of operators ordering and installing new systems, to the point where...
by Marc Sfakianakis | Jul 11, 2017 | News
In previous years, rust has been the cause of major headaches for vessel owners and operators in all parts of the world. In many ways, it’s something of a silent assassin that, if left untreated, will gradually get worse and worse. In the end, its very presence can...
by Marc Sfakianakis | Jun 23, 2017 | News
In recent years, the transportation and subsequent discharge of ballast water has led to a number of environmental issues, some of which have had serious implications. Loading a vast amount of water from the sea in one part of the world and jettisoning it many...
