The Maritime Executive
Articles posted by the international team of staff writers at The Maritime Executive.
What's Behind the Giant Blooms of Brown Seaweed on Caribbean Beaches?
[By Stephen P. Leatherman] Here’s a handy geography question for your next trivia match: What is the world’s only s...
Report: Despite Economies of Scale, Megaships Come With Mega Risks
The containerized shipping industry's race for mega boxships is posing unique risks for the supply chain, particularly with co...
NCIS Warrant Reveals Identity of Bonhomme Richard Fire Suspect
A U.S. Naval Criminal Investigative Service search warrant released Tuesday includes the identity of the sailor who stands accused...
USCG: Seacor Power Responders Were Told the Vessel Was in Port
On Tuesday, the U.S. Coast Guard officer in charge of the New Orleans SAR response center during the Seacor Power c...
Scottish Wind Project Seeks Advantage with Hydrogen Partnership
Interest continues to grow for the potential of combining offshore wind projects with hydrogen to create a green process for the c...
Protesters Call for Justice on Anniversary of Port of Beirut Blast
On the first anniversary of the massive blast that rocked the Port of Beirut last year, thousands of citizens marched to the water...
Mitsubishi Discusses Plans for Acquired Mitsui E&S Shipbuilding
As the next step in the consolidation of the Japanese shipbuilding industry, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries announced plans for its n...
Japanese Engine Manufacturers Launch Hydrogen Marine Engine Company
As a next step in the development of new, green propulsion systems for the maritime sector, three of Japan’s leading engine...
Japan’s K Line Invests in Canadian Tidal Energy Project
In a first-of-its-kind project for Japanese companies, shipping company Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (”K” LINE) and Chubu Ele...
Dredger Capsizes at Upscale Charleston Resort
On Wednesday, the 120-foot dredge barge Capt Leo II capsized in the Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina, resulting in a small spil...