Thrane & Thrane Introduces Maritime High-Speed Terminal
Thrane & Thrane introduces its new maritime high-speed terminal, Capsat® Fleet77.Orders for more than DKK 14 million have been received. Shipment of the Capsat® Fleet77 will commence soon.
Crowley Moves ExxonMobil Concrete Island Drilling
Crowley Marine Services' Energy and Marine Services business unit has successfully moved the 312-ft. (9.5-m) square concrete island drilling structure Orlan from Prudhoe Bay…
The Dash for Gas
The gas market is exciting, but only for those with a steady nerve and long-term commitment. Over 20 new LNG import projects have been mooted for the U.S. alone.
INTERTANKO Holds Firm Position on Maritime Security
Speaking via a roundtable discussion at the annual Connecticut Maritime Association (CMA) Exhibition 2002 on March 19, Intertanko managing director Peter Swift summed…
A World of Controversy
It was a concept like no other. A floating home where guests could virtually visit a variety of exotic ports in far off places from the comforts of their own luxurious accommodations.
Positive Outlook for Global Subsea Development, Deepwater Strengthening
There are 2,511 identified pending, probable and possible subsea production wells forecast (base case) worldwide over the next six years. Some 18 percent of these…
ACR -- On the Road To Safety and Survival Technology
Beginning in the 1950's when the company manufactured the first electronic flash unit for cameras that utilized photo flash batteries, ACR Electronics was well on…
As Banks Step Down, Equipment Finance Companies Step Up
Shipowners are known for having distinct differences of opinion, but the one thing that all agree on is the importance of having access to capital. In an industry…
Faster Than A Speeding...
It is little secret that as offshore oil production moves further from shore, the boats that service these offshore units must be bigger, stronger and more capable than their ancestors.
The Allure of Power
Continuity is a valuable asset in the marine field, especially so in relation to the most essential products pivotal to vessel design and operation. The diesel engine…
No Substitute for A Strong Navy
The President is proposing a much needed, and long overdue increase of $49 billion in his fiscal year 2003 budget for National Defense. What is astonishing is that…
Boston Whaler Debuts New Security Products
Timing, it is said, is everything. Boston Whaler Commercial & Government Products has combined timing with a sterling reputation in introducing a pair of new products…
NWDC: The Ultimate One-Stop Shop
The efficient adoption and integration of leading edge, off-the-shelf technologies; seamless cooperation among military branches and entities; and procurement of a vessel…
Boston Whaler Unveils Robot Security Boat
A Remotely Piloted Surface Vessel (RPSV) was unveiled at the Navy League Air Sea and Space Exhibition in Washington D.C. from March 26-28, 2002 by Boston Whaler…
Editor's Note
Those companies that belabor the arduous conditions prevalent in business today will literally be left on the docks when the pace picks up during the coming year.
Conrad Awarded Contracts
Conrad Industries, Inc. was awarded contracts for two 75 ft. tug boats with four options for a total of a six boat program. This new class of tugs will be ABS classed…
NTSB Determines Cause of 1999 Sinking
The National Transportation Safety Board cited inadequate maintenance as the cause of the 1999 sinking of the amphibious passenger vessel, Miss Majestic, on Lake Hamilton in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
Fatigue Cited as Cause of Transportation Accidents
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) issued a press release citing fatigue as a primary cause of serious transportation accidents. Analyses of marine…
USACE Will Conduct Study
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers published notice of intent to prepare a Programmatic Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for the Louisiana Coastal Area…
NY Security Zones Extended
The U.S. Coast Guard has extended through August 15, 2002 the effective period for the security zones, safety zones, and regulated navigation areas established on…
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