NASSCO Delivers M.V. North Star
of General Dynamics, has delivered the M. V. North Star to Totem Ocean Trailer Express, Inc. (TOTE). The North Star is the second of two new Orca-class trailerships…
What Should be the Role of Class?
The role of vessel classification societies continues to change dramatically. As the role and relevance of class is hotly debated, MR/EN picked the brains of the…
Northrop Grumman VP joins HSLA Board of Advisors
The Homeland Security Leadership Alliance announced the appointment of Gene Kakalec of Northrop Grumman. board member. Brigadier General Annette Sobel, of SANDIA National Laboratories.
Cruise Ship Doctor Subject to Local Law
The District Court of Appeal of the Florida Third District ruled that the state courts have personal jurisdiction over a doctor employed on a foreign cruise ship…
Vessel Re-Detained in Belfast
The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) issued a Press Release
MCA Detained 18 foreign Ships in July
The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) issued a Press Release
Laurin Maritime to Utilize Bass’ SAFIR
BASS today announced that Laurin Maritime has signed an agreement for delivery of SAFIR for optimizing the administration of reporting according to the chapter 9 of the ISM code.
Port Of Canaveral Adds New Directors
Continued growth and organizational restructuring has prompted the Canaveral Port Authority to add three new staff directors, including two newly created positions.
Turkish Chamber of Shipping Orders Transas Simulator
The Turkish Chamber of Shipping has ordered a combined full mission bridge and GMDSS simulator system from Transas Marine (UK) Ltd. to be supplied to the Training Center of TUDEV Maritime Academy…
Ngumbe Becomes First Female Port Engineer at East London
Growing up in the under-developed Eastern Cape awoke the desire in Sibongile Ngumbe, National Ports Authority’s (NPA) first female Port Engineer, to contribute to…
IBIA Moves Office
London to Southampton, on the UK south coast. costs, while maintaining efficiency and service to members. own right, with the huge Fawley refinery close by. As part of its relocation program…
Mersey Maritime Boosts Safety
window clean from salt spray. number of major companies to Preston-based company Kleentec Marine. improve their resilience to the elements. System I knew it was…
DoD Amends DFARS
The U.S. Department of Defense amended the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) to increase a contractor's liability for loss or damage under…
Northrop Grumman Settles Two Lawsuits
Northrop Grumman Corporation agreed to an $80 million joint settlement of two civil False Claims Act complaints filed by the U.S. Department of Justice. Of the $80 million…
Cruise Passenger Travel Increases by 7 Percent
Passenger cruise travel in 2003 increased by 7 percent over 2002 levels, according to data released by the Maritime Administration today. The top 10 cruise lines…
Aura Systems Completes UL Safety Certification for Mobile Power System
Aura Systems, Inc. today announced that the AuraGen Electronics Control Unit (ECU) has received approval for UL (Underwriters Laboratories) and CSA (Canadian Standards…
Husky Energy Agrees To Acquire Marathon Canada
Husky Energy, through a wholly owned subsidiary, has agreed to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of Marathon Canada Limited and the Western Canadian…
VT Halter Marine CEO to Address WorkBoat Show
Ret. Gen. Boyd "Butch" E. will deliver a keynote address at the International WorkBoat Show. Mr. King will speak at the Ernest N. Dec. 3, at 12:30 p.m. going vessels.
Northrop Grumman to Provide Network Systems for Navy
The U.S. Navy has selected Northrop Grumman Corporation to continue providing tactical communication, network, test systems and services that assure that tactical…
Missing Sailboat Found
The missing 32-ft. sailboat BALANCE has been found 12 nautical miles off St. Joseph, Mich. All aboard the BALANCE are safe. The BALANCE was found by a 47-foot motor…
