Port of Los Angeles Commits $3.12m to Projects
The Board of Harbor Commissioners this week approved spending $3.12 million over the next year on 16 customer projects aimed at reducing air emissions. In total…
Port of Vancouver, USA Steps up to Biodiesel Challenge
The Port of Vancouver USA is one of the first ports in the nation to replace regular diesel fuel with environmentally-friendly biodiesel for use in its own vehicles and heavy equipment.
USCG Announces Next Award Term for ICGS
The U.S. Guard Systems (ICGS). ICGS, a joint venture of Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman , is currently performing in the base term. said Leo Mackay, ICGS president. base term.
Cunard's Queen Victoria Keel Laying Ceremony Takes Place in Italy
shipyard of Fincantieri near Venice, Italy. liner in the world, and QE2, the most famous ship in the world. the ship's hull. other equipment. The ceremony follows…
Better DredgesAcquires W&S Dredge Manufacturer
Better Dredges, Inc., an affiliate of Dredging Supply Company, Inc., recently acquired W&S Dredge Manufacturer, a Michigan-based manufacturer, to expand its dredge product line.
Northeast Gateway Energy Bridge LNG DWP
The Maritime Administration (MARAD) issued a Notice stating that the draft environmental impact statement (DEIS) for the Northeast Gateway Energy Bridge LLC liquefied…
BAE Systems Norfolk Ship Repair Awarded Contract
BAE Systems Norfolk Ship Repair, Norfolk, Va., is being awarded a $27,947,320 cost-plus-award-fee contract for drydocking selected restricted availabilities and…
DieselHouse Opened by HRH Crown Prince Frederik
His Royal Highness Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark officially opened MAN B&W Diesel’s new five-star attraction, DieselHouse, a technical and cultural experience…
Cement Carrier Refloated Offshore of Ft. Lauderdale
The crew of the Spar Orion was able to refloat the vessel under the ship's power after running aground just west of the designated anchorage off Fort Lauderdale Beach, Fla.
Chief Engineer Indicted
The US Attorney for the Eastern District of Texas stated that the chief engineer of a foreign tanker has been indicted for conspiracy, making false statements, and…
Coast Guard Trains Iraqi Marines in Maritime Security Operations
The U.S. Coast Guard’s Pacific Tactical Law Enforcement Detachment (LEDET) 102 is teaching Iraqi marines valuable skills that will help them protect Iraqi infrastructure…
TEN Files Shelf Registration With the SEC
Navigation Ltd. million universal shelf registration statement with the U.S. registration filed in 2003. preferred shares, warrants and depository shares. capital markets.
AFL-CIO Metal Trades Dept. Seeks Ruling for Jones Act
U.S. with the requirements of the Jones Act. discussions with key members of Congress to start inquiries on the Hill. commodities between U.S. ports. Hyundai violates the terms of the Jones Act.
Canadian Coast Guard Updates Fleet with DGPS
The Canadian Coast Guard has placed orders for 141 Saab TransponderTech marine DGPS receivers in a move to upgrade shipboard navigation systems throughout the fleet.
Coast Guard Tsunami Exercise Begins May 23
The U.S. Department of Transportation in cooperation with Federal, State, local, and Canadian partners will host PACIFIC PERIL 06 from May 23-23 at Camp Rilea on the NW Oregon Coast.
EU Approves French Guarantee System for Shipbuilding
According to reports, European Commission said it approved a guarantee system planned by the French government to step up investment for its shipbuilding industry.
Coast Guard Enforces Safety Zone for Artificial Reef
Petty Officer 2nd Class Gaines Huneycutt and his Coast Guard Station Destin, Fla., rescue boatcrew enforce a one-mile safety zone around the vessel seen on the horizon Wednesday, May 17, 2006.
Coast Guard Suspends Search for Missing Cruise Ship Passenger
The Coast Guard suspended its search at for the man believed to have fallen off the cruise ship Mariner of the Seas while transiting from Cape Canaveral, Fla., to Coco Cay, Bahamas.
Navy Ex-Aircraft Carrier Sunk, Reefed off Pensacola
The ex-Oriskany, a decommissioned aircraft carrier, was sunk 24 miles off the coast of Pensacola, Fla., on May 17 to form an artificial reef. The 888-foot ship took…
S.F.-Alcatraz Ferry Operator Eyes Hybrids
With the signing of a new 10-year contract between the National Park Service and Hornblower Cruises and Events, two hybrid-electric ferries will eventually be crossing…
