Marine Casualty Response: Salvage Engineering is Now Available
Marine Casualty Response: Salvage Engineering (MCR:SE) is the definitive reference handbook on commercial marine salvage. Co-authored by JMS Naval Architects & Salvage…
Osprey Crew Commended by Marshall Islands
The rescue of all 22 crew members of a foundering ship, carried out in difficult conditions in the Arabian Sea, has earned the master and crew of the VLCC Osprey…
Marshall Islands Launches New Pricing Scheme for Big Ships
The Marshall Islands register has introduced a new pricing scheme to increase its competitiveness in big ships types such as Capesizes and VLCCs. The scheme came into effect on September 1, 2002.
Joint Venture Impresses Military
The ship HSV-X1, better known as the "Joint Venture", played an integral part in the largest joint exercise ever undertaken by the US military, involving more than 13…
Moore Stephens Calls for Clear Accounting
shipping companies should be open and clear about transactions between connected entities, or face the assumption that they have something to hide. hard questions…
USCG Issues Bulletin on Crane Safety
Recently, an incident occurred where a 1740-ton shipboard mounted crane boom collapsed. There was a failure of the coupling between the boom winch motor and the wire winch drum.
ABS Supports Developments Offshore Brazil
New discoveries of giant oil and gas field discoveries offshore Brazil have operators venturing into deeper water while committing expanded E&P budgets for developments in frontier regions.
Transas Marine and VEI Form Alliance
Transas Marine (USA), Inc. of Lynwood, WA, and Valhalla Enterprises, Inc. (VEI), of Fort Lauderdale, FL, have announced a manufacturers’ alliance aimed at benefiting…
Crowley Recognized as a Reader's Choice Carrier in Logistics Management
Crowley Liner Services, a subsidiary of Crowley Maritime Corporation and part of its liner segment, has been named a Readers' Choice carrier in Logistics Management…
ConocoPhillips Merger Completed
ConocoPhillips has completed the merger of Conoco Inc. and Phillips Petroleum Company, following clearance by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission earlier today. Shareholders…
Port Security Authority Extended to USCG Area Commanders
President Bush signed an Executive Order extending to Coast Guard Area Commanders authority to take action relating to safeguarding of vessels, harbors, ports, and…
TSAC Meeting to Scheduled in D.C.
The Towing Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC) and its subcommittees will meet in Washington, DC on September 12 and 13, 2002. agenda include crew alertness, licensing implementation…
Martek Marine Releases VECSAFE
Martek Marine Ltd has released VECSAFE, their innovative new safety device which safely monitors oxygen and pressure in vapor emission control systems. The combination…
Aberdeen Up and Running
Since being taken-over in July by A&P Group, the drydock facility in Aberdeen has enjoyed a busy Summer period with a number of vessels undergoing repairs. The shipyard…
London Club Points to Potential Problems
The London P&I Club says that increasing levels of global investment and bilateral trade involving China are likely to increase demands on the legal system there. that can lead to claims.
Unitor Unveils New Range of Products
International ships service provider Unitor has extended its range of welding products for shipboard use. The products are aimed at making shipboard welding activities…
EMMF Warns on Challenge Facing Bunker Barge Industry
ExxonMobil Marine Fuels (EMMF) has warned that the bunker barge industry faces a stiff challenge in the near term to carry out fleet renewals and operator training.
Stolt Offshore Restates Second Quarter Earnings
Stolt Offshore S.A. accounting adjustments. The adjustments have a positive impact on the Company's net income of $1.4 million. $333.4 million. on net operating revenue of $627.5 million.
SMIT Completes Salvage of Tanker in Lagoon
SMIT Salvage has successfully completed the salvage of the tanker Irina 2. This 15,063 gt vessel ran aground 40 miles off Oro Bay, Papua New Guinea, on July 29 after…
Morgan City Proclaimed Coast Guard City
The Coast Guard is scheduled to proclaim Morgan City a “Coast Guard City” during a public ceremony at the Morgan City Municipal Auditorium, August 31 at noon. The…
