Two of Jamaica’s major shipping companies now have female chief executive officers. The chairman of both companies, Charles Johnston, recently announced the appointment of Sue-Ann Johnston as chief executive officer of Jamaica Fruit...
“The shipping industry and governments need to take better care of our ships’ crews, and today we are adding our voice to the call for immediate action,” stated Juan Carlos Croston, president of the Caribbean Shipping Association (CSA), in his...
The members of Jamaica’s shipping community have a long history of active involvement in, and collaboration with, organisations and institutions that provide for the well-being of fellow Jamaicans. One recent example of such community outreach was...
Every time we see a ship entering or leaving a Jamaican port, we can rest assured that no matter how massive that cargo or cruise ship may be, there is a Jamaican marine pilot at the helm. He is skilfully guiding that vessel into or out of harbour...
A recent article appearing in the online newsletter Offshore Energy states that “cyberattacks on the maritime industry’s operational technology systems have increased by 900 per cent over the last three years”. The increase in cyberattacks...
The Customs Brokers and Freight Forwarders Association of Jamaica (CBFFAJ) successfully staged their annual general meeting on Sunday, July 19 at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel at which they elected an 18-member executive team, headed by President Clive...
‘Facilitation of trade and transport – essential components of Caribbean maritime sustainability’ was the topic for discussion in the webinar jointly hosted by the Caribbean Shipping Association (CSA) and the Women in Maritime Association Caribbean...
The port of Kingston is open for business, but under strict COVID-19 protocols to ensure that the health and safety of all crew, personnel and customers are adequately protected. It is in this context that Cosco Shipping Container Lines continues...
The Government of Jamaica has launched protocols to enable crew changes for vessels serving Jamaican ports. The protocols form part of the measures passed under the Disaster Risk Management Act which were announced by the prime minister last week,...
CMA CGM Container shipping could already be going through the worst conditions it will face this year, but may have weathered the storm financially, according to Lloyd’s List, an Informa publication. “We believe the second quarter of the year will...
Local participants in the cruise shipping business recommend serious efforts to retool the sector as US-based cruise companies decided voluntarily to extend the suspension of operations, despite the expiry on July 24 of the ‘No Sail Order’, issued...
On the retirement of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Melvin Kerr in 2019, the leadership of the Newport West Police Post was assumed by DSP Lorraine Elliston earlier this year. Shipping Industry news gets an early view of the 26-year veteran...
International Chamber of Shipping Chairman Esben Poulsson expressed gratitude about the cooperation between industry and social partners on the issue of crew changes. However, “government bureaucracy and a lack of political leadership has meant...
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) says that ships’ meteorological reports can make a significant contribution to safety of life and navigation. Through its international scheme, called the WMO Voluntary Observing Ships (VOS) scheme, ships...
As the maritime industry continues its representation for crew members’ repatriation during the global pandemic, Secretary General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), Kitack Lim, is calling for the recognition of seafarers as...
The psychological well-being of crew members on board vessels awaiting transfer is the most pressing challenge facing the maritime industry currently. This is the view expressed by Juan Carlos Croston, president of the Caribbean Shipping...
As Jamaica moves to reopen its borders, Minister of Health and Wellness Dr Christopher Tufton has urged the nation to brace for a major spike in the number of coronavirus cases. Meanwhile, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development...
