1. MarinePALS launches mental well- being microlearning videos package for seafarers. In response to the growing concern surrounding mental health at sea, MarinePALS has launched a dedicated microlearning video series focused on mental well-being and suicide prevention for the maritime community. This initiative aligns with the company’s broader commitment to fostering a culture of safety and care across the global seafaring workforce.
https://cyprusshippingnews.com/2025/05/23/marinepals-launches-mental-well-being-microlearning-videos-package-for-seafarers/
2. INTERCARGO meetings held in China with focus on safety and decarbonisation. INTERCARGO, the International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners, convened last week in Guangzhou for its semi-annual meetings, the first time the Association has held such an event in China.
https://cyprusshippingnews.com/2025/05/23/intercargo-meetings-held-in-china-with-focus-on-safety-and-decarbonisation/
3. Lloyd’s Register Advisory verifies the performance of Anemoi Rotor sails on TR Lady Kamsarmax following a robust, year-long, multi-voyage testing period. Anemoi Marine Technologies, a leader in wind-assisted propulsion technology, has announced independently verified results of its Rotor Sail system following nearly a year of rigorous testing. In a Statement of Fact, Lloyd’s Register Advisory confirmed the methodology Anemoi used for calculating fuel and emissions savings from the three 24 meters high Rotor Sails installed on TR Lady.
https://cyprusshippingnews.com/2025/05/23/lloyds-register-advisory-verifies-the-performance-of-anemoi-rotor-sails-on-tr-lady-kamsarmax-following-a-robust-year-long-multi-voyage-testing-period/
4. Skuld precautions for fish farms in Lanshan, China. Recently, a vessel allegedly damaged aquaculture farms while navigating towards Lanshan no.1 anchorage. Despite warnings from the VTS via VHF and plotted coordinates on the ECDIS by the 2/O, the vessel inadvertently entered the fish farm area. Our local correspondent has informed us that such incidents frequently occur in Lanshan Port, with six incidents recorded in both 2023 and 2024.
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5. AD Ports Group and Advario sign head of terms agreement for Liquid Bulk Storage of Clean Energy and Chemicals joint Venture. AD Ports Group , a leading facilitator of global trade, logistics, and industry, signed a Head of Terms Agreement with Advario, a leading global provider of tank storage and infrastructure solutions, to explore establishing a joint venture to develop and operate green energy and liquid bulk storage projects in the UAE and globally.
https://cyprusshippingnews.com/2025/05/23/ad-ports-group-and-advario-sign-head-of-terms-agreement-for-liquid-bulk-storage-of-clean-energy-and-chemicals-joint-venture/
6. Japan-US Shipbuilding Revitalization Fund under discussion. The Japanese government will issue a major new shipbuilding directive next month, aimed to revive an industry it used to lead the world in, as well as using the nation’s yards as a bargaining chip in trade talks with the Donald Trump administration in the US.
https://splash247.com/japan-us-shipbuilding-revitalization-fund-under-discussion/
7. BHP, Cargill and Rio Tinto seek new investors into RightShip. BHP, Cargill and Rio Tinto, the founders of shipping vetting organisation RightShip, have employed Rothschild & Co to seek new investors.
In a release, RightShip said its primary goal is to partner with an investor who brings not only capital but also significant expertise in data and technology and transformational growth.
https://splash247.com/bhp-cargill-and-rio-tinto-seek-new-investors-into-rightship/
8. Shanghai port pollution in the spotlight. A new study by Scope3 emissions tracking specialist VesselBot reveals that greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions at major global ports continue to rise despite technological advancements and sustainability investments.
The report shows Shanghai port recorded the highest emissions (see chart below) at 140,000 tons, surpassing Singapore despite handling fewer vessels, highlighting that vessel numbers don’t directly correlate with emission levels.
https://splash247.com/shanghai-port-pollution-in-the-spotlight/
9. Greek Court Charges 17 Coast Guard Officers Over 2023 Migrant Shipwreck. Greek naval court has charged 17 coast guard officers over one of the Mediterranean’s worst shipwrecks two years ago, in which hundreds of people are believed to have drowned, three sources said on Friday.The shipwreck of an overloaded migrant boat in international waters off the southwestern Greek town of Pylos on June 14, 2023, sent shockwaves across Europe and beyond. The naval court is still investigating the circumstances around the incident.
https://gcaptain.com/greek-court-charges-17-coast-guard-officers-over-2023-migrant-shipwreck/
10. North Korea Detains Officials Over Warship Accident. North Korea has detained shipyard officials responsible for a recent major accident during the launch of a new warship, state media said on Sunday.The failed launch that crippled the 5,000-tonne warship was witnessed by leader Kim Jong Un who said the accident damaged the country’s dignity and vowed to punish those found responsible.
https://gcaptain.com/north-korea-detains-officials-over-warship-accident/