Aker Yards to Guild Ferry for Tallink
Aker Yards and the Estonian Tallink Group have signed a contract for the building of a fast passenger ferry for delivery in spring 2007, worth around 110 million euro.
MAIB – Ground once, Do it again, Ground twice
The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) issued the report of its investigation of the grounding of the passenger vessel BALMORAL on Dagger Reef off Gower Peninsula, Wales on 18 October 2004.
EU Directive re Sulphur Content of Marine Fuel Oil
The European Parliament issued a Directive relating to reduction in the sulphur content of certain marine fuels used on ships operating in waters of the European Community.
EC Clears Acquisition of PONL by Maersk
The European Commission issued a Press Release stating that it has cleared the acquisition of P&O Nedlloyd by A. P. Moller-Maersk, subject to conditions. The combined…
Ship Sewage Regulations Enter into Force
Revised international regulations for the prevention of pollution of the sea by sewage from ships (revised MARPOL Annex IV, adopted by resolution MEPC.115(51)) will enter into force on 1 August 2005.
Liability of Third Party on Bill of Lading
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit ruled that a third party can be liable on a bill of lading based on its conduct. In the instant case, a cargo owner…
Expansion Brings 3 NCL Ships into Port Canaveral
Beginning next year, Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Spirit will join Norwegian Dawn in weekly stops at Port Canaveral. In addition, the Norwegian Majesty will…
