PVA Comments on Proposed Maritime Communications Rule
On June 7, the Passenger Vessel Association filed written comments with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on a proposed rule on maritime communications.
IMO Provides ISPS Code implementation Status
The IMO provided ISPS Code implementation figures as of June 11, 2004. To date, 38 governments have provided responses indicating 21,347 ships from those nations are subject to the ISPS Code…
Tuvalu Joins IMO
Tuvalu has become a Member of IMO, following its deposit, on 19 May 2004, of an instrument of acceptance of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization…
Damages for Negligent Port State Control Inspection and Detention
The Federal Court of Canada ruled that the Government of Canada is liable in damages for the negligent port state control (PSC) inspection and detention of a foreign vessel.
Supply Boats Auctioned off
On a gray Wednesday morning, five supply and anchor handling tug supply boats were auctioned off on the U.S. Federal Courthouse steps in Lafayette, Louisiana. About…
Shetland Coastguard Offer Sea Safety by Radio
96.2mhz. coastline. in case of an emergency to get help quickly. at Sea, to name but a few. Web address is: www.shetlandcoastguard.co.uk. The Maritime and Coastguard…
Odfjell Reports on Accident Onboard M/T NCC MEKKA
Odfjell has confirmed that second injured crewmember passed away last night. Since the accident onboard M/T NCC MEKKA he has been under intensive medical treatment…
NTSB Investigates 2003 Capsized Vessel
while transiting Tillamook Bar near Garibaldi, Oregon. there were 11 fatalities. is ongoing. completed and a detailed analysis of the events is underway. collected over 200 documents. U.S.
Statoil Quadruples LNG Capacity
Agreements concluded with America's Dominion energy company have secured Statoil a fourfold increase in its access to liquefied natural gas capacity in the US market.
Acts of Piracy and Armed Robbery Against Ships
The IMO released its list of acts of piracy and armed robbery against ships based on reports received during April 2004. During this period, 65 such acts were reported. Source: HK Law
PCU Jimmy Carter Christened at Electric Boat
With a swing of the Korbel and a blessing for “all who sail in her,” Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter christened PCU Jimmy Carter (SSN 23) at General Dynamics Electric Boat shipyard on June 5. Mrs.
Union President Not Engaged in Maritime Employment Under LHWCA
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit ruled that a union president is not engaged in maritime employment for purposes of the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA).
Bills Introduced re Dumping of Dredged Material
Senator Clinton (D-NY) and Rep. Bishop (D-NY) introduced companion bills, the Long Island Sound Protection Act (S. 2482 and H.R. 4482) to amend the Marine Protection…
Higorani Appointed GM at Americas Systems
Manager, Products, for transportation management solutions. Mr. manufacturers, importers and exporters. Systems¹ Morristown, N.J., headquarters. team,² said Michael Simon, Americas Systems President.
Bill introduced re ballast water management
Senator Inouye (D-HI) introduced the Ballast Water Management Act of 2004 (S. 2490) to amend the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990…
Training & Qualifications for Crew on Passenger Ships on international voyages
The U.S. Coast Guard has made final (without change) the interim rule published on October 30, 2002, establishing requirements of training and certification for masters…
Advance electronic cargo information FAQ
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued an updated set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) relating to advance electronic cargo information requirements of the Trade Act of 2002.
Stelmar Comments on Pearlmar
The M/T Pearlmar, operated by Stelmar Tankers was inspected by US customs authorities on June 9, 2004 after arriving from Esmeraldas, Ecuador. Between 70 and 100…
AAPA Urges Greater Support for Security
Significantly more federal funding assistance is urgently needed for U.S. port security, testified port industry witness Noel Cunningham today at a hearing of the…
CAE to Provide Automation System for Navy
CAE’s Marine Systems division has been selected to provide an automated ship control system for the U.S. Navy’s Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) program. The $3.6M contract…
