Navy Vessels Named Flagships for BHR Expedition
The multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) and guided-missile destroyer USS John Paul Jones (DDG 53) were named honorary flagships March…
EDO to Supply Israeli Navy with Sonar System
EDO Corporation received a contract from the Israeli Navy to purchase its advanced-technology ALOFTS undersea-warfare sensor. ALOFTS was selected based upon the…
CPL Introduces Offshore Service
Control Products of Louisiana (CPL) a subsidiary of Paradigm Services LP introduces offshore services; leveraging their position as a leading source for remanufactured Fisher Control Valves…
Husky Energy to Drill Oil Well in South China Sea
Canadian company Husky Energy will drill an oil well at a water depth of 1,500 M in the South China Sea at the end of April, reported sources with Husky on Tuesday.
ATC Gets USS Harry S. Truman Contract
American Technology Corporation (ATC) received another order for NeoPlanar-based SoundSaber acoustic panels for installation in the hangar bays of nuclear powered aircraft carriers.
AIDA Fleet Now Managed by SAMS
Aida Cruises is now using the "Ship Administration Management System (SAMS)" of Ms Logistik Systeme, a subsidiary of Germanischer Lloyd, for all ships of the AIDA fleet…
Hamworthy Gets LNG Reliquefaction Order
Hamworthy has won an order from Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering Co (DSME) to supply five liquid natural gas reliquefaction systems (LNG-RS), with a total…
Seabourn Signs with V.Ships
Seabourn Cruise Line has contracted the marine services provider V.Ships Leisure to furnish marine and technical management for its three all-suite cruise ships: Seabourn Pride…
Iran to Launch two 35,000-ton Tankers
Concurrent with the launching of its first domestically made ocean-going ship, Iran is also planning to soon launch two 35,000-ton oil tankers being assembled in this major Persian Gulf country.
Aker Yards Opens Florida Office
one of the most challenging being the lengthening of RCCL`s cruise vessel "Enchantment of the Seas" last year. Aker Yards offers a full range of services: Conversion…
Mini Robosub Joins the U.S. Navy
The U.S. Navy has tested an unmanned undersea vehicle (UUV), operating from a submerged nuclear attack submarine (SSN). The UUV is the AN/BLQ-11 long-term mine reconnaissance system (LMRS)…
ICCL and CI Launch Project to Protect Sensitive Marine Areas
should be avoided. chaired by internationally recognized marine biologist Dr. Sylvia Earle. recognized on navigation charts. current operational practices by ICCL…
STX Shipbuilding Gets $266.7M Ship Order
South Korea's STX Shipbuilding Co. (067250.SE) said Wednesday that it received a $266.7M order to build six petrochemical product carriers. An STX spokesman said…
Naval Oceanographers, Aerographers Deploy With ESL
A team of naval oceanographers and aerographer’s mates from Fleet Survey Team and Naval Oceanographic Office (NAVOCEANO) located at Stennis Space Center, Miss., are currently aboard USS Emory S.
Coast Guard Members to be Awarded for Katrina Service
Eighty members from the Coast Guard air station here will receive awards Wednesday for their actions during the Hurricane Katrina rescue response. RADM Larry Hereth…
Errant Barge Stops Highway Traffic
The U.S. Coast Guard stated that an errant barge struck the Route 50 highway bridge over the Severn River near Annapolis, Maryland and became wedged between two support pilings.
AMSA Issue Notice on Use of Marine Hydrometers
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) issued a Notice reminding the maritime community of the correct use of marine hydrometers. There are two types of marine hydrometers.
ACL Announces Increased Earnings
American Commercial Lines Inc. announced that it is increasing its earnings and EBITDA* guidance for 2006. ACL is increasing its annual earnings guidance for 2006…
Two U.S. Navy Vessels Named Flagships for BHR Expedition
By Lt. j.g. The multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) and guided-missile destroyer USS John Paul Jones (DDG 53) were named honorary flagships…
Austal Signs Alliance With DSTO
Austal and Defense Science and Technology Organization (DSTO) today signed a five-year Industry Alliance that will strengthen Australia's maritime defenses. The…
