Port of Tacoma Authorizes Budget
focus on long-term investments in facilities, regional economic development and the environment. Program (CIP). Tacoma-Pierce County economy. environmental cleanup and wildlife habitat restoration.
Authorities Survey Capsized Cargo Ship
Coast Guard marine safety technicians and New York State Department of Environmental Conservation officials survey the waters surrounding the Stellamare, a 289-ft.
DHS Provide Ports with $179M in Grants
As part of the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) commitment to enhancing security at our nation's key ports and facilities, Secretary of Homeland Security Tom Ridge has announced $179…
RB Royal Announces New Chief Operating Officer
The appointment of John E. Valek to Chief Operating Officer (COO) of RB Royal Industries, Inc. was announced by John W. Neumann, Jr., the company's Chairman and CEO. president and General Manager.
Virginia Submarine Program Reaches Another Milestone
Northrop Grumman Newport News (NGNN) celebrated a key milestone on USS Texas (SSN 775), with a ceremony marking the pressure hull being welded completely closed.
$179M in Port Grants Released
Secretary of Homeland Security Tom Ridge announced $179,025,900 million dollars in Port Security Grants on December 10. The Port Security Grant Program provides…
Vessel Capsizes in Albany
A motor vessel capsized in the port of Albany NY yesterday as it was in the process of loading operations. the vessel. Unfortunately three crew members are still unaccounted for.
Coast Guard Rescues Injured Man from Fishing Vessel
A Coast Guard helicopter crew rescued a 40-year-old crewman suffering from a compound fracture and severe loss of blood aboard a fishing vessel one hundred and ten…
U.S. Ports Laud Additional Federal Security Grants
U.S. ports seeking federal grants for 1,065 security enhancement measures learned today that 442 of the plans will be funded. The news came as the Transportation…
Rickmers New Orleans Christened
specialist, was officially named in New Orleans, Louisiana on December 6. Orleans and wife of Mayor, C Ray Nagin. Director of Rickmers-Linie, hosted 200 guests who attended the celebration.
Georgia Port Funding Announced
Governor Sonny Perdue announced awarding $1.695 million in Port Security Grants to the Georgia Ports Authority (GPA). security enhancements for our ports," said Governor Sonny Perdue.
U.S./China Maritime Agreement Signed
The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) released the U.S./China Agreement on Maritime Transportation, signed yesterday. It also released the Memorandum of Consultations relating to the agreement.
Radix Marine Gains Competitive Advantage
Radix Marine, Inc., a marine vessel development company specializing in port and homeland security and defense initiatives, announced that it has signed a letter…
Public Hearing Held on AIS Requirements
The Coast Guard is seeking additional public input on expanding requirements for the Automated Identification System (AIS) at a public meeting. Currently, Coast…
Amended IMO Regulations Positive for Teekay
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has announced stricter regulations governing the tanker industry on a worldwide basis. The IMO regulations, scheduled to become effective April 5…
ACP Announces FY2003 Metrics
The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) today announced 2003 fiscal year metrics, ending in September. These metrics indicate that the ACP's recent operational and capital…
Osprey Successful at Sea
The V-22 Integrated Test Team (ITT) completed a detachment in USS Bataan (LHD 5) in November, the second at-sea period for the Osprey program this year. During the…
ABS Audits Univan Tanker
Hong Kong based Univan Shipmanagement becomes the latest organization to achieve certification from class society ABS in order to meet the IMO’s International Ship…
Volvo Penta Diesels Make Impact on Tug
Volvo Penta is enjoying continued success with sales of engines for vessels operating in canal and river traffic in the US. When the barge transportation company…
LNG to be Focus of Houston Conference
With the future of the natural gas domestic supply in the North America at stake, a vital part of the solution revolves around the continued growth, production,…
