Aker MTW Werft Secures Container Vessels
Aker MTW Werft (AMTW) in Wismar has secured contracts to build an additional six container vessels of its MTW 2500 vessel design for Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL)…
Shipowners, Shipbuilders and Classification Societies in Discussions
Important maritime industry discussions between shipowners, shipbuilders and classification societies concluded in Shanghai on November 9 with agreement on the need…
Wärtsilä, Mitsubishi to Design New Marine Engine
low-speed marine diesel engine. The two companies see a potential in pooling their resources and experience to produce a new engine of 500-600 mm cylinder bore.
Ports Commend Congress For Passing Maritime Transportation Security Act
Public port authorities commend Congress for passing S. 1214, the “Maritime Transportation Security Act,” which sets out a framework on how to protect America from…
Noble Corporation Reports Rig Damage
Noble Corporation reports that its subsidiary's dynamically positioned drillship, the Noble Leo Segerius, currently located offshore Brazil and contracted to Petroleo Brasiliero S.A.
MARAD Promotes Short Sea Shipping
The U.S. Maritime Administrator, Captain William Schubert, delivered a Speech
Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Trustee Council
2002. Among the items on the agenda is a review of lingering oil damage.
President Nominates Loy
The White House issued a press release stating that, among other things, President Bush has officially nominated James Loy to be the Under Secretary of Transportation for Security.
IDGA Martime Modernization to be Held in D.C.
IDGA’s Maritime Modernization conference will be held in Washington D.C. on January 28 – 29, 2003 The conference will address the transformation of the U.S. maritime domain.
ABS Council Supports Maritime Security Initiative
Strong support for a proposed comprehensive series of maritime security initiatives was expressed by the ABS Council at its semi-annual meeting in New York on November 12…
London Club Confirms General Increase
The London Club has announced a general increase of 25 percent in its advance call for the 2003/04 policy year. confirmed that supplementary calls for all open underwriting years remain unchanged.
Keys Coral Reefs First In U.S. To Receive International Protection
historic steps through the International Maritime Organization to create the first U.S. and collisions from large international ships. square nautical miles and…
Vessel Sinks Along Coast
Coast Guard units from Mass., have assisted a leaking fishing vessel today, resulting in three fisherman being evacuated from their craft shortly before it sank. Coast Guard assistance began at 3 a.m.
Cross Harbor Freight Movement Project EIS, New York City
the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the proposed Cross Harbor Freight Movement Project. tunnel under New York Harbor to link piers in Brooklyn with the rail head in New Jersey.
Florida Keys' Particularly Sensitive Sea Area
The U.S. states that, commencing December 1, 2002, vessels in excess of 50 meters must avoid coral reefs in the Florida Keys. designation of those reefs as the Florida…
U.S. Shipping Coordinating Committee - Meetings
The U.S. of State, will conduct two meetings in Washington, DC. Safety Committee. safety, bulk carrier safety, and measures to enhance maritime security. Conference…
ABS Confirms Prestige Casualty
of Greece. The society is encouraged by the latest reports indicating that the incident has been largely brought under control and is hopeful that the vessel and…
Wärtsilä Finalizes JMC Marine Acquisition
company JMC Marine A/S has been finalized. on propulsion system maintenance based on laser measuring technology. The turnover of the company is $3.61 M with 28 employees.
Conrad Awarded Ferry Contract
Conrad Industries, Inc. announced the award of a $9.5 million contract for the Alaska Marine Highway System. The contract award calls for the construction of a 181-ft.
Austal Signs Another Hong Kong Contract
Following the recent official handover of three new Austal passenger ferries to New World First Ferry (NWFF) of Hong Kong, Austal Ships has signed a contract for…
