Japan Has New Ship Insurance Requirement
The Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport issued a Notice stating that, effective 1 March 2005, non-tank vessels over 100 gross tons must have P&I insurance coverage…
Marine Debris Research Prevention and Reduction Act
Senator Inouye (D-HI) introduced the Marine Debris Research Prevention and Reduction Act (S. 362) to establish a program within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric…
New Requirement of Separator System Inspection
The U.S. Coast Guard issued guidance on new requirements for oily water monitoring and separator systems installed on ships after 1 January 2005. The guidance also…
Single-Hull Phase Out Guidelines Accelerated
The U.S. Coast Guard issued guidance regarding the impact of accelerated single hull tanker phase-out dates and voluntary compliance with the Condition Assessment Scheme by U.S. tank vessels. The U.S.
Submarine Power Cable Repair Project
The Minerals Management Service (MMS) issued a Notice stating that it has prepared an environmental assessment and finding of no significant impact for the planned…
New Rules for Oil Spill Compensation Enter Force
Increased levels of compensation will be available for victims of oil pollution from oil tanker accidents on 3 March 2005 with the entry into force of the 2003 Protocol…
Pier 11 Set for Destruction
Norfolk. today; the total contract amount is not to exceed $91,552,110. performed in Norfolk, Va., and is expected to be completed by April 2008. funds will not…
Aker Yards Wins Container Vessels Contract
Aker Ostsee in Germany, a part of Aker Yards, has been awarded a contract to build two plus two container vessels for Thien & Heyenga Bereederungs- und Befrachtungsgesellschaft m.b.H.
Supreme Court Hears Arguments in Cruise Ship ADA Case
The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral argument in a case involving whether the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to foreign cruise ships that embark passengers at U.S. ports.
Dredge is a Vessel for Purposes of LHWCA
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that a dredge not currently in navigation is still a vessel for purposes of the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA).
Safety Alert for Rescue Boat Fasteners
The U.S. Coast Guard issued a Safety Alert stating that the lifting frame of a rigid hull inflatable (RHI) rescue boat separated from the brackets that attached it to the deck of a vessel.
USCG-CBP MOA Re: Detention of Certain Crew
The U.S. Coast Guard and the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) apparently have entered into a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) and developed standard operating procedures…
NTSB Meeting
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) issued a Notice stating that it will meet in Washington, DC on March 8 to consider the Marine Accident Report regarding…
IBIA Expands in Asia
world. is tasked with increasing IBIA's Asian membership. hub in the world, with sales reaching 23.6 million tonnes in 2004. quality, accountability and image of the bunker industry in the region.
This Day in Naval History - Feb. 28
1844 - The Peacemaker, an experimental 14-inch gun, explodes aboard USS Princeton. 1893 - USS Indiana (BB 1), the first true battleship in the U.S. Navy, is launched.
Hornbeck Offshore Announces 2004 Results
Hornbeck Offshore Services, Inc. announced its results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2004. Fourth quarter revenues increased 29.5% to $37.8…
Engine Room Explosion on Tug
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – One man was airlifted this afternoon after an engine room explosion on board a tug. The man was airlifted by a Coast Guard rescue helicopter…
Northrop Grumman Restructures Several Business Areas
Northrop Grumman Corporation has announced several organizational changes and associated executive-level appointments within its Electronic Systems sector. These…
Ship Assessed $565,796 for Coral Damage
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) issued a News Release stating that a ship was assessed a total of $565,796 for coral damage caused by…
Rolls-Royce MT30 Achieves US Navy Milestone
The Rolls-Royce MT30 has achieved a major development milestone -- receiving American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) certification, a US Navy requirement for operation.
