Tanker Penrider Attacked by Pirates in the Straits of Malacca
The MT Penrider, owned by Malaysian interests, laden with 1,000 mt of fuel oil was en route from Singapore to Penang when it was attacked off Port Klang by armed pirates at about 13.30 hrs.
U.S. Navy Awards General Dynamics $8.7B Contract for Six Virginia-Class Subs
The U.S. Navy has awarded General Dynamics Electric Boat an $8.7 billion block-buy contract for the construction of six Virginia-class submarines, the largest submarine order in U.S. history.
Wärtsilä and Volvo Penta to Collaborate
Wärtsilä will start servicing and selling large Volvo Penta engines for commercial shipping applications, initially in selected markets and later globally. Volvo…
Panama Selects Recognized Security Organization
The Panama Maritime Authority (AMP) has selected Phoenix Management Services Group Inc, represented in Panama by Phoenix Vessels services Inc, to assess on the evaluation of ship security plans.
Detention of Ships Smuggling Oil from Iraq
The U.S. Maritime Liaison Office (MARLO) in Bahrain issued an Advisory stating that the coalition leadership in Iraq is in the process of establishing procedures…
Review of Hudson Shipping (Hong Kong) Ltd. case
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) issued a Notice stating that the Commission has determined to review the Administrative Law Judge's decision in the proceeding…
Nuclear Material Detection Devices to be Installed in Port of Rotterdam
The U.S. Department of Energy issued a Press Release
IBIA Warns on Tighter EU Sulfur Timetable
trading as means to reduce sulfur emissions. the date of publication are likely to be unworkable. Adams. Parliament to impose tighter sulfur limits in a second phase. unsustainable.
Trico Marine Reports 2Q Results
Trico Marine Services, Inc. has reported a net loss for the second quarter ended June 30, 2003, of $42 million, or $(1.16) per share (diluted), including a charge of $5.2 million…
Univan Reports Steady Growth in 2003
in excess of 80 ships under full technical management. for its unique expertise and dedicated technical and crewing pool. fleet well into the 80s range. dedicated teams .. from management to crews ..
Le Havre Utilizes Transas Simulator
Pilotage Maritimes du Havre, the famous French pilot station, has chosen a Transas bridge simulator to be used for training professional seafarers at their premises.
Joint Venture Returns from the Gulf
returning from the Persian Gulf in service with U.S. defense forces. evening of September 11, 2001 (AEST) the towers of the World Trade Center fell in New York.
Vostochny International Container Services Reports Growth
Volume growth at Vostochny International Container Services (VICS) increased by 48 percent in the first half of 2003. Under the successful joint operating management…
FleetMaster Installed in Marine Simulators
for the first time, at the Tromsø University College in Norway. use,” says Bjarne Bjorken, Product Manager at MarITco. basis. not least the ability to transmit data to shore. Ole Bjornsrud, MarITco.
ABS Signs MOU With Gosgortechnadzor of the Azerbaijan Republic
and gas operations. relevant Rules and Guides of ABS. Azeri Technical Safety Law. on a major offshore project in Azerbaijan. Officer, ABS Europe. oil and gas industry in the Azerbaijan Republic.
Telenor Upgrades Global Inmarsat C Network
company's earth station at Eik in Norway. state-of-the-art suite of services that is easy to use. messaging, data transfers, and asset polling. devices such as personal computers…
Manitowoc Selected to Build Navy Lighterage System (INLS)
The Manitowoc Company, Inc. and its subsidiary, Marinette Marine Corporation, part of the Manitowoc Marine Group, have been awarded a $40.5 million contract by the…
HSV 2 Swift Delivered to U.S. Navy
The new Catamaran HSV 2 Swift was delivered to the U.S. Navy yesterday during a celebration in Hobart, Australia. High ranking US Military officers joined with invited…
Official U.S. ENCs (NOAA) Optimized for ECDIS Use
August. too). Coast Complete. Introductory Price of Euro 199,- until 30th September 2003. Additionally Update Services are offered at a monthly or quarterly base.
Contship Reports Improved Schedule
schedule integrity since changes were introduced to the timetable. quality of supply chain integrity they require. fine-tuning. factors such as berth congestion and engine problems.
