NTSB Issues Report on Passenger Vessel Sinking
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) issued its report into the grounding and sinking of the uninspected passenger vessel SAFARI SPIRIT in Kisameet Bay, Canada on May 8, 2003.
Preferred Ship Mortgage on Vessel Under Construction
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit ruled that a preferred ship mortgage may be recorded before a vessel’s construction is completed. In the instant case…
Choice of Law May Result in Claim Forfeiture
In an unpublished decision, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit ruled that a freely negotiated choice of law clause is binding, even where that choice…
LA/LB Issues Tug Escort Proposal
The California Office of Spill Prevention and Response (OSPR) issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) regarding guidelines for tank vessel escorts for Los Angeles/Long Beach Harbors.
Warning Regarding Ship Bomb Issued
The UK intelligence agency MI5 issued a Caution advising industry of the possibility that terrorists might attempt to deliver bombs by means of aircraft or ships.
Lower Port Dues for ISPS-Compliant Ships
The Singapore Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) said that ships in compliance with the ISPS Code prior to July 1, 2004 will receive a 5% rebate on port dues when…
Exclusion Zone Established in Iraqi Waters
The U.S. Maritime Liaison Office (MARLO) issued an Advisory stating that an exclusion zone has been established in Iraqi waters within 2,000 meters of the Khawr…
First of Three Tugs Delivered to Indian Navy
The first of a three-vessel order has recently been delivered to the Indian Navy by the Tebma Shipyard located on the Indian East Coast. Each tug is to be powered…
LMSI Wins Navy Deal
Lockheed Martin Services Inc. aircraft carriers during Refueling and Complex Overhauls (RCOH). performed in Dahlgren, Va., and is expected to be completed by May 2005.
