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Bulker tests wind and solar power systems to cut fuel use

A dry bulk carrier is now testing a combination of wind propulsion and solar power designed to reduce fuel use and emissions. The 60,155-dwt Maria Topic is taking part in the WHISPER project, which is testing technologies that can be added to existing commercial ships.

Container shipping needs earlier action to prevent cargo fires

The container shipping industry needs to identify dangerous cargo before it reaches the ship, rather than finding problems after containers are already onboard.

Empty lifeboat found as Indian coast guard searches for 22 missing crew in Bay of Bengal

Indian Coast Guard and Navy teams are searching for 22 missing seafarers after the Panama-flagged bulk carrier MV Ocean Winner sank in the Bay of Bengal.