As the world battles the coronavirus pandemic, the global maritime transport industry is playing a critical role in the response to the virus, according to United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) sent a letter-call to all governments on 19 March to keep maritime trade moving and UNCTAD marks the […]

All available oxygen supplies in India, including those used by ship recycling yards, have been diverted to hospitals as a significant number of the 218,000 deaths so far are reported to be a result of oxygen shortages. Almost 20 million people have now been infected in India but only about 2% of the population has been […]

Albania has confirmed more than 131,000 cases of COVID-19 within its borders. Commercial flights returned to Albania on June 15, 2020.  Lufthansa and Austrian Air continue with reduced weekly flights to/from Tirana until further notice. We recommend that you contact your airline regarding any boarding restrictions that may be in place, especially for any travelers […]