EU Commissioner: Common Maritime Policy is Critical
EU Commissioner Joe Borg said that Europe's maritime economy is of critical importance and therefore it is important to embrace a common maritime policy that will…
MarAd Announces Vessel Sale and Tranfer
The Maritime Administration (MARAD) has given approval to C.S. Global Sentinel, L.P., of Baltimore, MD, to transfer the industrial vessel Global Sentinel, Official No.
Midsized Korean Shipbuilders on the Rise
While shipbuilding giants such as Hyundai, Samsung and Daewoo are devouring orders for ultra-large vessels with unmatched technology, midsized shipbuilders are expanding…
9/11 Heroes: Corps of Engineers' Boat Crews
Immediately after the second tower of the World Trade Center collapsed Sept. 11, 2001, members of the Corps of Engineers' fleet were underway. Stationed along the…
Safeway Maritime Takes Delivery of Incat Ferry
Honduras-based operator Safeway Maritime Transportation Co., has just taken delivery of its first Incat Crowther catamaran ferry for operation on the north coast…
USS Columbia Recognized for Last Deployment
USS Columbia (SSN 771) received the Meritorious Unit Commendation for its last deployment, Sept. 5, just minutes before setting the maneuvering detail and departing for another.
Shipyard Builds Container Vessel in 54 Days
According to reports, Shanghai Shipyard & Chengxi Shipyard Company Ltd built a 3,500 TEU container vessel in only 54 days, breaking China's record of 60 days for a mid-sized container vessel.
VT Halter Looks for Workers
The AP has reported that the hurricane swamped the shipbuilder's three facilities in Jackson County under 20 feet of water, but a year later the company is again…
Ganger Rolf Orders Newbuildings
First Olsen Ltd., which is owned 50/50 by Bonheur ASA and Ganger Rolf ASA, is advising of a Letter of Intent for newbuilding contracts for two suezmax tankers to…
BIMCO Signs New Agreement with Coast Guard
BIMCO’s President Knud Pontoppidan and U.S. Coast Guard Rear Admiral Craig Bone signed a new partnership agreement at U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters in September 7.
Schat-Harding Buys Lyttelton Marine
Lyttelton Marine. "Singapore is a key hub for both the shipping and offshore worlds. and its neighbouring ports. network. network is fully capable of meeting the needs of shipowners. accidents.
Fast Ferry Demand for Tailor-made Seating
To better address the seating needs of today's fast ferry and passenger ship industry, Modell-Møbler is evolving into a more focused manufacturer, targeting tailor…
