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New US sanctions target 183 vessels, impacting 42% of Russia’s seaborne oil exports

13 Jan 2025by Georgios Georgiou

Kpler estimates that 117 of the targeted vessels are crude oil tankers, with 102 transporting Russian crude to China and/or India at least once in 2024

Business & Finance Fleet Performance & Maintenance Safety & Incidents

2024's top stories in Offshore Support Journal

27 Dec 2024by Riviera News

We look back on our most read stories to get a better view, from you, of the topics that shaped the industry in 2024

Business & Finance

Navantia strikes deal to save Harland & Wolff shipyards

21 Dec 2024by John Snyder

Spanish shipbuilder agrees to purchase UK shipbuilder, saving 1,000 jobs

Business & Finance Shipbuilding & Design

TECO 2030 declares bankruptcy

12 Dec 2024by Riviera News

Stock exchange notice shows company says it "no longer has a realistic opportunity to raise sufficient capital to continue operations"

Business & Finance Propulsion

EPA sets new rules to curb vessel waterway pollution

02 Oct 2024by Craig Jallal

EPA announces national rules to curb vessel discharges and invasive species, with around 85,000 ships potentially facing stricter standards over the next two years

Business & Finance Fleet Performance & Maintenance Regulations & Compliance

USCG to evaluate stringent ballast water testing

27 Sep 2024by Craig Jallal

The US Coast Guard begins a comprehensive review of ballast water management systems, aiming to strengthen environmental protections against invasive species

Business & Finance Regulations & Compliance

Harland & Wolff: 'the company is insolvent on a balance sheet basis'

16 Sep 2024by Jamey Bergman

One of the UK’s largest shipbuilding groups is planning for administration, citing rejection of a £200M funding request by the UK’s export credit agency

Business & Finance Shipbuilding & Design

Shipowner Konstantakopoulos launches third-party provider in Greece

22 Aug 2024by George Georgiou

Newly established Greek shipmanagement company will initially focus on container ships and bulk carriers

Business & Finance

Sudden change at the top for Harland & Wolff

06 Aug 2024by Martyn Wingrove

Chief executive John Wood has left the shipbuilder with immediate effect; two new directors have joined the board

Shipbuilding & Design

Advancing IHM: key to sustainable recycling

27 May 2024by Craig Jallal

Join industry leader Rakesh Bhargava as he unveils the latest in Inventory of Hazardous Materials tracking technology, driving forward sustainable maritime practices

Business & Finance Regulations & Compliance Ship Recycling Shipbuilding & Design

Arbitration clause remains paramount

15 May 2024by Craig Jallal

Arbitration agreements should be upheld unless it is proven on a balance of probabilities that such agreements would invalidate the carrier’s liability

Business & Finance Fleet Performance & Maintenance Safety & Incidents

Opinion

Business & Finance Tanker Shipping & Trade Tankers

From trade threats to climate costs

GHG rules from MEPC 83 carry a financial and political weight comparable to physical trade disruptions — yet are harder to price or predict

Ammonia Batteries & Electrical Systems Bio Products Ethanol Fuels & Lubricants Hybrid Propulsion hydrogen Int. Tug & Salvage LNG as a fuel Marine Propulsion & Auxiliary Machinery Methanol Propulsion Tug & Salvage

Emissions reduction: methanol and batteries take central stage

18 Apr 2025by Martyn Wingrove

Business & Finance Marine Propulsion Marine Propulsion & Auxiliary Machinery Shipbuilding & Design

Revitalising US shipbuilding: Congress needs to step up

17 Apr 2025by John Snyder

Air Pollution & GHG Emissions Ballast Water Management Convention Ballast Water Management Systems Ballast Water Treatment Technology EEDI / EEOI Maritime Environmental Protection Refurbishment Regulations & Compliance

Against a background of geopolitical theatre, MEPC 83 opts for rule-making

14 Apr 2025by Craig Jallal

Equipment & Services Passenger Ship Technology Passenger Shipping Ports & Terminals

Scalable shore power for passenger vessels

07 Apr 2025by Rebecca Moore

Analyst / Bank Forecasts Business & Finance Container Shipping Container Shipping & Port Technology Container Ships Financial Results Trade Routes

BIMCO: Container rates see worst first quarter in decades with 28% drop

02 Apr 2025by Niels Rasmussen

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Business & Finance offshore support Offshore Support Journal Offshore Support Vessels

Low-cost oil and gas, new nuclear to drive ‘AI arms race’

28 Mar 2025by John Snyder

Container Shipping & Port Technology Dry Cargo LNG Shipping & Terminals Regulations & Compliance Tanker Shipping & Trade Tankers

Uncovering the employment challenges and pitfalls for maritime's international workforce

27 Mar 2025by David Ashmore

Autonomous Vessels Digitalisation Int. Tug & Salvage Maritime Optimisation & Communications Tug & Salvage Tugs / Workboats

Tug owners are innovators in autonomy and automation

24 Mar 2025by Martyn Wingrove

Events

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Maritime Environmental Protection Webinar Week

12 May 2025

BST - ONLINE

Beginning 12 May 2025, a series of webinars will focus on maritime environmental protection. These webinars aim to strike the right balance between the transmission of key information and interaction with the expert panel assembled. Registered participants will also receive copies of the webinar materials after the event. The discussion is focused, covers the advertised subjects, and delivers actionable insights to registrants.

Cyber & Vessel Security Webinar Week

12 May 2025

BST - ONLINE

In mid-May, Riviera will be holding two webinars focused on the latest developments in cyber and vessel security. Our webinars are designed to strike the right balance between the transmission of key information and interaction with the expert panel assembled. Those who register will also receive copies of webinar materials after the event. Our discussion is focused, covers the advertised subjects, and delivers actionable insights to registrants.

The illusion of safety: what we're getting wrong about crews, tech, and fatigue

13 May 2025

CET - ONLINE

The recent collision between the Solong and Stena Immaculate has reignited questions across the industry — about how crews are supported on the bridge, how fatigue is managed, and whether today’s operational models are truly fit for purpose.

While investigations are still underway, early scrutiny has turned to factors like manning levels, use of automation, navigational practices, and rest management. These themes echo growing concerns across the shipping sector: are we doing enough to empower

Responsible Ship Recycling Forum 2025

14 May 2025

London

A changing landscape – the emergence of a sustainable green ship recycling industry.
The programme brings together key stakeholders including vessel owners, ship recycling companies, cash buyers, brokers, regulatory authorities, and technology providers.

London Office

Phone: +44 20 8364 1551
Email: info.london@rivieramm.com

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Phone: +65 6809 1278
Email: info.singapore@rivieramm.com

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