Farstad Shipping Goes Big
Farstad Shipping ASA is a valued Norwegian owner/operator of offshore supply vessels, well regarded for its innovative approach but reliance on conservative values…
NCL Acquires S/S United States
Furthering its commitment to its U.S.-flag cruise ship initiative, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has purchased the S/S United States, one of the country's most venerable…
Damen Offers Disaster Prevention Vessels
At the beginning of 2000, Damen Shipyards was awarded the contract for the design and construction of five Disaster Prevention Vessels for the Rotterdam Port Authorities.
Aerodynamic Garage Ships
With tall, slab sides encasing a multi-deck configuration, the pure car/truck carrier (PCTC) has a characteristically high windage factor, influencing course-keeping, maneuvering and fuel usage.
Editor’s Note
Reactive by nature, the marine business is perpetually embarked upon the path of transformation, with new rules and regulations handed down from international, national…
Hong Kong Requires Health Declaration
The Hong Kong Department of Health issued a Notice
USCG Station Rockaway Become National Recreation Area
The U.S. Coast Guard and the National Park Service issued a Notice stating that the Coast Guard plans to close Station (Small) Rockaway on Jamaica Bay, Long Island…
Oregon Inlet Jetty Proposal Terminated
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) issued a News Release
Customs Expands Enforcement of the 24-Hour Rule
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Commissioner Robert C. Bonner today announced that CBP will begin the next phase of enforcement for the 24-hour rule. The…
Enhancing Hazardous Materials Transportation Security
The Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA) issued an interim rule requiring, among other things, that each owner, operator, master, agent, person in charge…
ARL Opens Hong Kong Branch
developers, has opened a branch in Hong Kong, Peoples Republic of China. Taiwan companies in the transport and logistics sector.
NOAA Ship Decommissioned
U.S. decommissioned today in a ceremony at its home port in Norfolk, Va. waterways. manages the NOAA fleet of ships and aircraft. efficiently. charts. survey platform in the world. maritime commerce.
General Maritime Corporation Appoints New CFO
General Maritime Corporation announced that it has appointed William "Bill" Viqueira as its new Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Viqueira is expected to join General Maritime on Monday May 5…
Small Passenger Vessel Waiver Program
The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) has launched its . This Internet site allows for downloading of application forms and electronic submittal of the forms. Source: HK Law
Hill Receives NOAA Hero Environmental Award
Marvin O. Virginia. at the Elkins' fire station. environment." Mr. of life and property in and around Randolph County, West Virginia. volunteers, and many other…
Tax Moves Hurt UK Seafarers
Insurance rules for UK companies employing British seafarers announced last week may threaten British jobs. waters will have to pay employers' National Insurance Contributions. them. warns Parr.
Navy Awards Comms Contract
U.S. Navy ships. is 103,000 man-years. Work will be performed in St. Md. (96%); Ingleside, Texas (2%); and Quantico, Va. expected to be completed in April 2004. year.
Port of Baton Rouge Hires Polansky for Security
John Polansky, Jr. the Port of Greater Baton Rouge. facilities. 1978 with a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. inspections of highway construction projects. Charles Harbor and Terminal District.
Hahn Named President and CEO at BC Ferries
David Hahn, former senior executive with the Ogden Corporation in New York, has accepted the position as President and CEO of the newly restructured British Columbia Ferry Services Inc.
EC Eliminates Inland Waterway Fleet Capacity Regulation
The European Commission (EC) issued a Press Release
