Russian Captain Jailed Over Fatal North Sea Crash
Vladimir Motin sentenced for manslaughter after his cargo ship crashed into an oil tanker, causing an explosion that killed a crew member in the North Sea.
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Russian Captain Jailed for Six Years Over Fatal Collision
Vladimir Motin sentenced to six years imprisonment for manslaughter by gross negligence following deadly container vessel crash with US oil tanker in North Sea.
Black Postboxes in South London Explained
Royal Mail is upgrading 3,500 postboxes across London with solar panels and parcel drawers, temporarily wrapping them in black during installation in Clapham and Streatham.
Grounded Ship and Sea Goddess: Tuesday's Photos
A selection of striking images from Tuesday, featuring a grounded cargo ship causing disruption and a vibrant sea goddess festival celebration.
Ukrainian Seafarers Abandoned in War Zones
A Guardian report reveals Ukrainian cargo ship crews stranded in conflict zones, facing abandonment and dire conditions, highlighting a global maritime crisis.
Russian Captain Guilty in Fatal North Sea Tanker Crash
Vladimir Motin found guilty of gross negligence manslaughter after his ship collided with an oil tanker off East Yorkshire, killing a Filipino crew member.
UK Consumer Goods Prices Rise on Shipping and Supply Chain Costs
Prices for consumer goods in the UK are increasing due to higher shipping costs and supply chain disruptions, impacting procurement and transport.
Gloucester Fishing Boat Lost: One Dead, Six Missing
A fishing vessel from Gloucester, Massachusetts, has been lost at sea with one crew member found dead and six others missing. The Lily Jean disappeared in frigid Atlantic waters, sparking a major search operation.
Panama Court Cancels Hong Kong Firm's Canal Contracts
Panama's Supreme Court has declared CK Hutchison's port concessions unconstitutional, advancing US policy aims while drawing sharp criticism from Beijing and Hong Kong.
London's Dawn Economy: Hidden Growth Before 8am
London's fastest-growing economic activity now happens before 8am, with delivery data revealing a shift from nightlife to morning trade, construction and healthcare logistics.
Baltimore Bridge Crew Detained Two Years After Collapse
Four senior crew members from the MV Dali remain in Baltimore without criminal charges nearly two years after the bridge collapse that killed six workers.
Captain's retort in fatal Humber ship collision trial
Russian captain Vladimir Motin questioned over fatal collision between container ship Solong and US oil tanker Stena Immaculate near Humber Estuary, resulting in one death.
Royal Mail Christmas Delays Hit 16 Million
Citizens Advice reveals Royal Mail's unacceptable performance with 16 million people experiencing late Christmas deliveries, a 50% increase from 2024.
Scotland-France Ferry: £3.5bn Rosyth-Dunkirk Route
A new £3.5bn ferry service connecting Scotland and France could launch this year, with DFDS operating three weekly return trips on the 20-hour Rosyth-Dunkirk route.
Scotland-France Ferry Revival in Dunkirk's £35bn Plan
A Scotland-France ferry service could relaunch this year as Dunkirk embarks on a £35bn green regeneration, positioning the port as a European reindustrialisation model.
Captain Denies Sleeping Before Fatal Ship Crash
Vladimir Motin testifies he didn't fall asleep before his oil tanker collided with another vessel off East Yorkshire, causing a death and fuel leak.
Philippines Ferry Sinks: 15 Dead, Dozens Missing
A ferry carrying over 350 people sank near Basilan province, Philippines, leaving 15 dead and 28 missing. Rescue operations saved over 300 passengers and crew.
Men Rescue Child from Submerged Taxi in Freezing River
Three men in Dagestan, Russia, performed a daring rescue to save a young boy from a taxi sinking in a freezing canal, with one stripping to his underwear in the icy conditions.
Parcel2Go's £25 Free Delivery Credit Offer
A clever new feature from Parcel2Go offers sellers £25 in free postage credit. Link your eBay, Etsy, or Shopify account with no fees or contracts required. Claim your credit now.
Shipping Container Spills Litter Sussex Beaches
A series of shipping container spills has left Sussex beaches strewn with onions, bananas and plastic waste. Local volunteers and councils are leading clean-up efforts as new legislation aims to hold firms accountable.
Spanish police smash drug network using swimmers
Spanish police dismantle a major cocaine trafficking network, arresting 30 and seizing 2.5 tonnes of drugs. Gangs used swimmers to hide narcotics on ships. Read the full investigation details.
Amazon Milton Keynes centre closure impacts 590 jobs
Amazon is shutting its original UK fulfilment centre in Milton Keynes, with 590 staff offered transfers to a new Northampton site or other locations. Read the full details on the closure and future investment.
North Sea Ship Crash Footage Shown in Court
Dramatic footage of a cargo ship hitting an oil tanker, causing a massive explosion, was shown at the Old Bailey. Russian captain Vladimir Motin denies manslaughter over the death of a Filipino crewman.
Explosion footage shown in court over fatal Humber ship crash
Dramatic footage of a cargo ship colliding with a fuel tanker in the North Sea has been shown at the Old Bailey. Russian captain Vladimir Motin is on trial for the manslaughter of a Filipino crewman.
Iranian ship sinks in Caspian Sea heading to Russia
An Iranian-flagged cargo vessel, the Rona, sank in the Caspian Sea off Turkmenistan's coast. All 14 crew, Iranian and Indian nationals, were rescued. The incident follows recent Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil platforms in the same area.
Russian captain's fatal delay in Humber Estuary crash
A Russian sea captain saw a tanker nine miles away but waited until it was just one mile off before trying to steer away, a court heard. The collision caused a fatal fire.
Royal Mail trials 24-hour parcel lockers at Post Offices
Royal Mail and the Post Office begin a six-month trial of automated, 24-hour parcel lockers. Send, collect, and return items anytime. Discover the new service details.
Brexit 'Pure Hell' as Vets Chase Lorries Over Paperwork
A haulage boss told MPs post-Brexit bureaucracy is a 'nightmare', with lorries stranded for weeks and vets chasing trucks on motorways. Read the shocking first-hand accounts.
Free UK delivery tool offers £25 credit
Parcel2Go's Smart Send platform offers new users £25 in free prepay credit to manage deliveries from multiple marketplaces in one dashboard, with no subscription fees.
Captain 'did nothing' to avoid fatal tanker crash
A Russian captain failed to act for over 30 minutes on an 'obvious collision course' with a US oil tanker, a court heard, leading to a fatal fire and a manslaughter trial. Read the full details from the Old Bailey.
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