Pushing for Inland Waterways Funding
Stressing the high value to the nation and the critical condition of some of its chief assets, the Inland Waterways Users Board released its Annual Report to Congress…
Salvage Ops for Downed Plane
Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Derrick Lines guides "Super Scorpio", a remote operated vehicle into position for safe recovery aboard the special mission charter ship M/V Kellie Chouest.
This Day in Naval History - May 13
1908 - Navy Nurse Corps established. 1943 - Bureau of Navigation renamed Bureau of Naval Personnel. 1945 - Aircraft from fast carrier task force begin 2-day attack on Kyushu airfields, Japan.
5,000-HP Z-Drive Tug Delivered
Washburn & Doughty Associates, Inc. delivered the 5,000 hp Z-Drive Tug Independent to Marine Towing of Tampa. The 92 x 32 x 13.7-ft. tug is designed for ship handling…
Reminder re IMO ship identification number
The Hong Kong Marine Department issued a Notice reminding owners and operators of the need to have the IMO ship identification number permanently marked in a visible…
St. Lawrence Seaway – mooring wire eye splices
The Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway System issued a Notice reminding masters that mechanical eye splices on mooring wires for use on ships transiting the Seaway are not permitted.
U.S. imposes economic sanctions against Syria
President Bush issued an Executive Order imposing economic sanctions against Syria. Sanctions were imposed because Syria is seen by the United States as supporting terrorism…
Security: Security of Ports and Vessels: A New Approach
Clearly, the maritime industry is one of the most powerful drivers of international commerce and economic vitality in the world. • The worldwide fleet of marine…
Fuels & Lubes: Fuel Oil Separation Takes Center Stage
While maritime security concerns are most assuredly the number one item topping marine vessel owner's agendas, environmental matters rank a close second. Port state…
Deck Machinery
Research Winches for R/V Maria S. Seven special winches were supplied by Hatlapa in December 2003 after being tested and demonstrated in the factory. These winches…
GL Turnover Up 6 Percent
Germanischer Lloyd (GL) increased its turnover to Euros 218.7 million in 2003, six percent ahead of the Euros 206.4 million recorded the previous year, to ensure…
Improved Marine Mammal Transport Vessel Studied
Art Anderson Associates reported that it has completed Phase I of the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contract to evaluate the Stolkraft hull form as an…
Electronics: Royal Caribbean Stays Current with C-MAP CM-93/3 ECs
The C-MAP CM-93/3 global electronic chart database helps Royal Caribbean Intl. vessel operators to ensure smooth, safe sailing whether cruising the icy waters of Alaska…
P&I Club Prints ‘Rules of the Road’ Guide
The North of England P&I club has published an authoritative illustrated guide to the main 'rules of the road' for shipping to help reduce the significant annual…
Electronics: JRC Proposes Integrated Nautical Safety System
In the past decade more than 25,000 accidents have been caused by ships maneuvering under adverse environmental or traffic conditions. A leading cause of many of…
‘Lost’ Navy AUV Found on Beach in Norway
AP reported that a missing unmanned submarine was found Tuesday by a man strolling along a beach in western Norway. The 11-foot mini-sub, or Battlespace Preparation Autonomous Underwater Vehicle…
News: Steel, Ship Prices Soar as Tankers Stay Firm
Soaring steel prices are now a major concern for leading shipbuilders. Uncertainty about spiraling material costs is even causing some yards to defer new orders, market reports indicate.
Preview: Greece Poised for Posidonia 2004
The year 2004 is shaping to be a monumental year for Greece, with the pinnacle being the hosting of the 2004 Summer Olympics from August 13-29 in Athens. While a…
Propulsion: Power for a New Breed of RoPax
Building fast RoPax vessels is nothing new for Australia's Austal Ships. The company, founded just 16 years ago, has quickly crafted a reputation as one of the largest…
Propulsion: The New MTU 2000 CR Marine Engines
The continuing advancement of the diesel engine propulsion package for the maritime environment follow a common track, ie. higher power with lower weight; increasingly…
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