Yearly Archives: 2024

Capt. Abdolreza Jafari

Unlimited Ocean-Going Master DOB: 1973 Marital Status: Married Military Status: Served Graduated as Nautical Engineering in Chabahar Maritime University on June, 1998 I have been employed by the Islamic Republic Iran Shipping Line since September 2000. I have an unlimited Ocean-Going Master certificate. I have been serving as the Master of the Ocean-going vessels since February, 2019. Education BS Nautical Engineering / Chabahar Maritime University   Skills Leadership and Management Navigation Marine Operations Cargo Loading and Discharging Ship Maintenance Safety and Security Training Certificates Certificate of Instructor and Examiner from the Ports and Maritime Organization Instructor of Port Training Standards Teaching Experience Iran Shipping Training Institute, Bushehr Marine Training Institutes Employment History Captain Abolreza Jafari been serving as the Master of the Ocean-going vessels since august, 2014 in IRISL Shipping Co the largest Shipping line at Iran Operation Manager of Hoopad Darya Shipping Agency (IRISL Shipping Group) Sep, 2019 - Mar, 2021 BANDAR ABBAS Branch Manager of Hoopad Darya Shipping Agency ( I.R.I Shipping Group) March, 2021 - March ,2022) Captain Abdolreza Jafari is a highly experienced and qualified mariner with over 25 years of experience in the shipping…

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Dry Bulk Market: Capesize Market Slowing Down as China’s Lunar New Year Holiday Underway

Capesize The capesize market started the week with a cautiously optimistic tone despite sluggish overall activity. Weather disruptions in China and a gradual start in the Atlantic were notable factors. By midweek there was a significant boost to market sentiment, with the BCI 5TC seeing a substantial increase, driven by active engagement from all three miners in the Pacific and robust cargo lists. Further in some owners secured cover ahead of the Chinese New Year holidays, leading to a decline in C5 rates. As the week draws to a close there was a mixed picture, with the Pacific market experiencing pressure on rates initially, followed by a correction, while activity remained robust from South Brazil and West Africa, tightening the market slightly, specifically for end February/early March loaders from South Brazil and West Africa. Overall, the week was influenced by Lunar New Year holiday preparations and regional demand dynamics. Panamax A captivating week for the Panamax market with various peaks and troughs seen across the market. Despite a muted start the Atlantic sprung into life, however very mixed views on where true market value was on some of…

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Action plan agreed to reduce underwater noise from ships

The Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Construction (SDC) has agreed on an Action Plan to further prevent and reduce underwater radiated noise (URN) from ships. The aim is to minimize the adverse effects of underwater noise on the marine environment, particularly on marine wildlife and indigenous communities.     The Sub-Committee met from 22 to 26 January in London, where it finalised the work on URN, as well as advancing other key action areas.   The Action Plan will be submitted for endorsement by the Marine Environment Protection Committee at its upcoming 81st meeting (MEPC 81), to be held 18 to 22 March 2024.  The Action Plan outlines a number of tasks to be carried out by Member States through the relevant IMO organs. These include initiatives such as:  Establishing an experience-building phase (EBP) during which Member States and international organizations are invited to share lessons learned and best practices that have emerged in the implementation of the Revised Guidelines.    Enhancing public awareness, education and seafarer training   Developing targets and policies for underwater noise reduction  Developing tools to collect data and share information   Encouraging more research on underwater noise and its impacts on…

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