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[ad_1] With backing from the French government, CMA CGM has landed a loan facility worth $1.1 billion, giving it more cash on hand as it struggles with the global decline in containerized cargo due to COVID-19.  The loan was provided by BNP Paribas, HSBC, and Société...

[ad_1] The Navy Seabees have completed their assignment to set up a U.S. Navy Expeditionary Medical Facility (EMF) to support the Department of Defense’s response to COVID-19 both on Guam and in the region.  Guam’s role in the pandemic was highlighted by the aircraft carrier U.S.S....

[ad_1] The world’s first Advanced Variable Drive (AVDTM) tugboat with its unique application of hydro-mechanical hybrid propulsion in the marine segment, Bogacay XXXVIII, continues to provide towage services across a broad range of customers in Izmit Bay.  Since her introduction into the Sanmar operated fleet on...

[ad_1] The Flag States of Panama and Liberia join together to strongly support IMO Circular Letter No.4204/Add.14 for the “Recommended Framework of Protocols Ensuring Safe Ship Crew Changes and Travel During the COVID-19 Pandemic”.   Liberia and Panama support the careful facilitation of the world’s seafarers...

[ad_1] Sea Machines Robotics announced Thursday that Amsterdam-based survey company Deep BV will retrofit one of its vessels with a Sea Machines SM300 autonomous control system. The Sea Machines system enables remote command of the vessel, including navigation, positioning and the control of on-board auxiliaries and sensors. The...

[ad_1] P&O Cruises announced on Monday that it has extended its voluntary pause in operations in Australia and New Zealand to August 31, 2020, in response to continuing travel restrictions due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. P&O Cruises President Sture Myrmell said everyone at...