Tug Company Honored
Island Tug and Barge Ltd. of Vancouver, B.C., received an award from the Washington Department of Ecology for excellence in marine safety and environmental stewardship.
Horizon Offshore Names New CEO, CFO
Horizon Offshore, Inc. elected David W. Financial Officer, as President and Chief Executive Officer. Mr. J. Lam in December, 2004. The Company also announced the promotion of Ronald D.
Vinyard Re-elected to SCA Chair
On April 21, 2005, Herschel T. Vinyard, Jr., Vice President of Atlantic Marine Holding Company, was re-elected Chairman of the Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA). Donald T.
New Orleans, New York Gain Big in Cruise Departures
More people are choosing to depart from New Orleans and New York on their cruises than ever before. Departures from New Orleans were up by 33 percent while departures…
Mate Charged in Buzzards Bay Oil Spill
A Jacksonville, Florida man was charged today in federal court with one count of violating the Clean Water Act and one count of violating the Migratory Bird Treaty Act.
Bergen Engines to Power Coastal Ferries
A fleet of passenger/vehicle ferries fuelled with liquefied natural gas (LNG) is to be built to serve two important link routes on the Norwegian coast. Three of…
Collision in Sabine Ship Channel
A Coast Guard crew passes the capsized 101-foot crew boat Rene I after it was involved in a collision with the 784-foot tanker Genmar Strength in the Sabine Ship Channel.
Coast Guard Saves Foundering Barge
The Coast Guard helped save a sinking barge today on the Elizabeth River near the south end of Naval Station Norfolk. The 20-person crew of the dredging barge Pullen, a 150-ft.
New Orleans, New York Gain Big in Cruise Departures
More people are choosing to depart from New Orleans and New York on their cruises than ever before. Departures from New Orleans were up by 33 percent while departures…
VT Halter Celebrates Keel Laying
the Woods Hole, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket Steamship Authority (SSA). foundation - the backbone and strength of a ship. The keel laying ceremony officially…
Tidewater Reports 4Q Results
Tidewater Inc. announced fourth quarter net earnings for the period ended March 31, 2005, of $52.4 million, or $.91 per share, on revenues of $179.6 million. For the same quarter last year…
Washington State Honors Tug-and-Barge Company
Island Tug and Barge Ltd. of Vancouver, B.C., received an award from the Washington Department of Ecology for excellence in marine safety and environmental stewardship.
Stolt Offshore Awarded $50M Contract in Norway
Stolt Offshore S.A. announced that it had been awarded a contract valued at approximately $50 million by Hydro Oil and Energy for the installation of an export…
NTSB Releases SI Ferry Report
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released its report on the allision of the Staten Island ferry ANDREW J. BARBERI with the pier at St. George, Staten Island…
Aker Kvaerner Releases First Quarter Results
Aker Kvaerner experienced a positive first quarter with an EBITDA of NOK 376 million, reflecting an increase by 20 percent compared to the corresponding quarter last year.
Port Security Grants Act of 2005 introduced
Senator Collins (R-ME) introduced the Port Security Grants Act of 2005 (S. 855). Representative Harman (D-CA) introduced the companion Port Security Grants Act of 2005 (H.R. 1731).
Cutter Visits NYC
The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Spencer, homeported in Boston, visits New York City April 26 for a mid-patrol break. The Spencer's crew spent four weeks conducting fisheries…
Copenhagen Malmö Port Taps Tideworks Technology
Tideworks Technology announced an agreement with Copenhagen Malmö Port (CMP) to provide terminal operations systems solutions and professional services aimed at managing the activities of CMP.
USS Enterprise Flight Deck Gets Face Lift
Nicholas C. USS Enterprise (CVN 65) (Big E) is currently undergoing one of its most visible rehabilitation efforts during its current extended yard period at the…
Integrated Systems Awarded Navy Contract
$64,073,299 ceiling-priced cost-plus-fixed-fee, indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity contract for research and development services to increase the government’s…
