Norway Ferry Strike May Spread
Three of the popular cruise-ferries that ply Norway's coastal route from Bergen to Kirkenes are targeted to be pulled out of service if a ferry strike spreads. The…
Stena Vision to Experience Prolonged Period of Repair
Arlington Tankers Ltd. was notified by its vessel manager, Northern Marine Management Ltd. (Northern Marine), that one of its two VLCC tankers, the Stena Vision…
Panel Criticizes Homeland Security
A House panel gave a tongue-lashing to the Department of Homeland Security on May 17 before approving a $32.1b spending plan for the troubled agency. The Appropriations…
DHS Publishes Port Security Proposal
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently published a detailed proposal of new rules aimed at preventing terrorist attacks on domestic ports. In late April…
Port Approves New Terminal Operator
The Tampa Port Authority on May 16 approved P&O Ports Florida Inc.'s application for a license to perform local terminal and stevedore operations by a 6-0 vote.
Cyprus to Commission 3D Seismic Surveys
Cyprus will soon commission three-dimensional surveys of the Mediterranean seabed south of the island after early indications there could be oil and gas reserves in the area, Cyprus Mail reported.
Ship Run Aground Near Fort Lauderdale
A cargo ship on its way from Sweden to Port Everglades ran aground on May 17, Coast Guard officials said. The Spar Orion, a 623-foot ship, was carrying more than 44…
Ductile Iron Flow Meter Now Available from TCS - Meets All US Coast Guard Specifications
Total Control Systems (TCS), manufacturer of positive displacement flow meters and components, announces a Ductile Iron Flow Meter that meets U.S. Coast Guard and…
Bisso Takes Delivery of New Tug
Bisso Towboat Co., Inc., has taken delivery of a new 4,300 hp reverse z-drive ship-assist tug, Alma S. Constructed at Main Iron Works, Houma, LA, the 100 x 38 x 13.5 ft., Alma S.
Oman Orders Two Multi-Purpose High Speed Ferries
The Sultanate of Oman and Austal today signed a contract for two 213.2 ft., 50 knot, multi-purpose passenger-vehicle catamaran ferries following a competitive international tender process.
Iranian Shipbuilding Company Signs $5b Deal with Venezuela
Iran Shipbuilding and Offshore Industries Complex Co. (ISOICO) has managed to conclude an agreement worth $5b on the development of marine industries and shipbuilding with Venezuela…
Cruise Ship Detained on Thames
A Spanish-owned cruise ship carrying 178 passengers has been impounded on the River Thames in London because of serious safety deficiencies, the Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) said on Wednesday.
Northrop Grumman Reworks Hurricane Plans
According to the AP, with the next hurricane season two weeks away, Northrop Grumman Ship Systems has made changes in its plans to protect its coastal shipbuilding…
Aker Philly Shipyard Lays Keel for Tanker
Aker Philadelphia Shipyard has layed the keel for the second vessel in the series, the sixth ship constructed at the yard since it started production in 2000. The…
Westpac Express Gets New Charter
Austal Hull 130 Chartering, LLC, Mobile, Ala., is being awarded a $13,395,944 firm-fixed-priced, reimbursables contract for the charter of high speed vessel MV Westpac Express.
MarAd: Calif. Ghost Ships are Safe
The U.S. Maritime Administration (MarAd) says World War II-era ships are safe to move from Suisun Bay, Calif., to Texas scrap yards, a report said. The U.S. However…
Frech Ship Back after Scrap Yard Debacle
The decommissioned French warship turned away as an environmental hazard by India three months ago, went home on Wednesday. The former aircraft carrier Clemenceau…
DoD Announces Installation Realignment in U.K.
The Department of Defense announced May 15 that it would cease operations at RAF Eastcote and reduce operations at RAF West Ruislip, United Kingdom. Due to U.S.
TSA, USCG Approve Biometric ID for Port Workers
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the U.S. Coast Guard have taken another step toward the implementation of the Transportation Worker Identification…
Korean Shipyards Rank 1-7th in Order Backlogs
South Korean shipyards ranked No. 1 through No. 7 in terms of order backlogs as of the end of April, the Korea Times recently reported. Hyundai Heavy Industries…
