ExxonMobil Introduces Feed Rate Optimization Program
marine propulsion. changes in the condition of an engine¹s cylinders. technique pioneered by ExxonMobil. cylinder condition. Lubricants. maintenance and operating costs. . Signum Oil Analysis.
Lockheed Martin Restructures Maritime Unit
In a move it describes to strengthen its competitive advantage in design and integration of combat systems and sensors for maritime and related markets, Lockheed…
Iridium Launches Short Messaging Service
Iridium Satellite LLC, provider of global satellite voice and data communications, announced that it has launched Short Messaging Services (SMS) to commercial Iridium subscribers.
Navy Announces DD(X) S-Band Radar Decision
The Navy decided this week to use S-Band rather than L-Band technology for the volume search radar that will be on the next-generation destroyer, DD(X). This higher…
Bodewig Awarded the 2002 Thomas Crowley Trophy
Jose Roberto Bodewig, Crowley's General Manager in El Salvador, was awarded the 2002 Thomas Crowley Trophy, Crowley Maritime Corporation's highest honor, at ceremonies held last week in New Orleans.
Coast Guard Celebrates Birthday
The U.S. Coast Guard will be celebrating its 213th birthday on Monday, Aug. 4., Coast Guard Day. On the same day in 1790, Congress authorized the building of the…
London P&I Club: Regulation Not Enough
all sides of the shipping industry. of a Panamax bulk carrier loading in the U.S. stretch of connecting walkway. inappropriately maintained. jeopardizing the safety of the entire structure.
Northrop Grumman Awarded $42.3M Contract for Destroyer Program
The U.S. Navy today awarded Northrop Grumman Corporation's Ship Systems sector a $42.3 million cost-plus contract option for services to the DDG 51 Class Aegis destroyer program.
Portland Set to Decommission
From Naval Surface Force, U. Amphibious Base, Little Creek, Va. under the command of Cmdr. Lawrence Creevy. Enduring Freedom and, subsequently, Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Senate Cuts 2 Navy Ships from Budget Request
budget request. from five to seven to shore up a rapidly sinking Navy. homeland,” said Cynthia Brown, President of ASA. smart business practices and acquisition…
SWM Wins $7.7M Navy Deal
(PSA) for the USS Mustin (DDG 89). homeported DDGs yet to be determined. manuals. to $37,708,983. completed by March 2004. fiscal year. Internet, with one offer received.
V.Ships Moves to LR from DNV
Over the past three months, V.Ships, the world's largest ship management company, has undertaken a comprehensive review and evaluation of the way in which its fleet…
IZAR Delivers LNG Inigo Tapias
IZAR Sestao Shipyard has delivered the LNG, Inigo Tapias, which will be operated by the company F. Tapias for Repsol YPF-Gas Natural. After conclusion of tests,…
Coast Guard Reauthorization Act Reported
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation has adopted the Coast Guard Reauthorization Act of 2003, S. 733, as amended. Text of the amened bill is not yet available.
Five Indicted on Fraudulent Seamen Charges
The U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Florida has stated that five people have been indicted for bringing aliens into the United States by falsely asserting…
Trico Marine 2Q Results to be Issued
Trico Marine Services, Inc. has scheduled a press release and a conference call to discuss its earnings for the second quarter ended June 30, 2003. The earnings…
A&P Tyne to Convert Ferry
A&P Tyne Limited has signed a contract with Mercy Ships Limited to convert a former Danish rail ferry now named Africa Mercy to a hospital ship for service in Africa.
Bollinger Modifies Vessel For Deeper Dredging
Two Bollinger shipyards have teamed to increase the dredging depth of the Pine Bluff Sand and Gravel Co. dustpan dredge, Wallace Mcgeorge, from 62-ft. to 75-ft.…
Taylor Elected As Chairman of Tidewater Inc.
Dean E. Taylor has been elected as Chairman of its Board of Directors at Tidewater Inc. Taylor will also retain the positions of President and Chief Executive Officer…
China-U.S. Maritime Consultations to be Held in San Francisco
The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) issued a Press Release
