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Impact Of Trump’s Tariffs & Suspension Of AGOA On African Countries

The latest blow to international trade and global supply chains has fallen in the form of Trump’s tariffs, where, after assuming the presidency, Trump announced a raft of tariffs on most commodities imported into the USA.

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What are Intermodal and Multimodal Transport Systems?

Global trade necessitates the movement of goods from one corner of the world to another. An estimated US$ 48,018 billion worth of trade merchandise changed hands in 2023.

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One Day for Seafarers, A Lifetime of Work Ahead

Each year, the 25th of June is celebrated as the Day of the Seafarer (DoTS). Fourteen years ago, on this very day, major revisions were adopted to the International Convention

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The Importance of Classification Societies in the Maritime Industry

Maritime classification societies were born out of a need to ensure the continued safety and security of the maritime domain with respect to vessels and various marine aiding constructions.

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What is Ship Chartering Process?

When a ship is taken on rent, it is known as ship chartering. Just as people take an apartment or a car for rent, some people may rent a ship based on their requirements. It could be to transport passengers or cargo.

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What is Maritime Lien?

If you were to open any legal document related to the maritime industry, one term that would catch your attention is “lien”.

The dictionary definition of lien states, ‘The right to take another’s property if an obligation is not discharged.’

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What is Ship Crewing Services and Crew Management?

Crewing ships with well-qualified, trained, and experienced seafarers is the cornerstone of smooth and efficient shipping operations, and crew management companies exist for this reason.

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Simplifying the Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI)

The maritime industry is in the midst of a transformative shift, focusing on boosting energy efficiency and cutting down greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

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How to Build a Green Supply Chain?

Green Supply Chains, also referred to as Sustainable Supply Chains, have been in the limelight in recent years, with most large organisations having launched ambitious initiatives to make their supply chains green.

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What is Maritime Resource Management?

Maritime Resource Management (MRM) is a training program built on the most advanced research in human factors and resource management.

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What Are Sea Lines of Communication?

Sea Lines of Communication are major maritime routes between ports around the world and are used for trade, military/naval, logistics and other purposes.

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What Are MARPOL Special Areas?

The 1973 International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL), amended in 1978, outlines the steps mandatory to prevent marine pollution from vessels which is vital for marine environmental protection.

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What is IMSBC Code?

Transportation of solid bulk cargo on bulk carriers involves many risks that need to be managed to ensure the safety of the vessel and the crew on high seas. Some of these risks include reduced ship stability,