NGA Issues Eastern Mediterranean Sea Warning
The US National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) issued a Memorandum stating, among other things, that Israeli naval ships have established a closure area in…
USCG REC Returning to New Orleans
The US Coast Guard stated that its Regional Examination Center (REC) in the New Orleans area will reopen on July 28. The REC was temporarily relocated following Hurricane Katrina. Source: HK Law
Fatality During Exercise on Bulker
The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) issued a notice stating that a crewmember died and two others were injured during an exercise which had not gone well on board a bulker at sea.
Patrol Boat Commissioned
Australia's newest Armidale Class Patrol Boat has been commissioned during a ceremony in the West Australian city of Albany. A Defense spokesman said HMAS Albany…
BC Ferries Commissions Independent Safety Review
BC Ferries has commissioned former Auditor General, George Morfitt, to conduct an independent review of BC Ferries’ safety policies, procedures and practices. David L.
NOAA Launches On-line Chart Viewer
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) launched its On-line Chart Viewer. The service allows persons with Internet access to display virtually…
Submarine Reenacts Rescue
the U.S.S. two different nations. controlled waters in the final weeks of World War II. prevent its capture by the Japanese. will play the role of the Dutch submarine captain.
Federal Grant for High-Speed Ferry Service
The US Department of Transportation has stated that the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded a grant of $2.2 million for a high-speed ferry service to operate from Bridgeport…
Aries Maritime Announces Time Charter
Aries Maritime Transport Limited announced that it has entered into a one-and-a-half year time charter agreement with FR8 PTE, an established freight logistics company…
Stolt-Nielsen Seeks Supreme Court Review
The AP has reported that Stolt-Nielsen will seek a Supreme Court review of a federal appeals court reversal of a decision that would allow the company to be prosecuted for antitrust activity.
Maersk Line, Georgia Port Authority Sign Agreement
Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) on July 13 announced the signing of a major new agreement between Maersk Line and the GPA. The recent opening of Phase One of Savannah’s newest container berth…
Anchor Handling Tug From South China
Formerly a state owned shipyard, the Guangdon Xinhui Shipyard in Jianmen, Guangdong China has recently been renamed South China Shipyard (SCS) after being purchased…
SeaMobile, Crystal Cruises Sign Contract
SeaMobile Inc. signed an agreement with Crystal Cruises to provide communication solutions for its guests throughout the world. SeaMobile will begin installing wireless…
Law to Restrict LNG Tankers from Narragansett Bay
A recently adopted law effectively bans tankers carrying liquefied natural gas from entering Narragansett Bay -- a restriction Rhode Island lawmakers hope will prevent…
Senators Vote to Increase Security Funding
Senate Republicans and Democrats together boosted funding for border and port security in the fiscal 2007 Homeland Security appropriations bill by almost $1b, but…
Navy Signs $72.8M Contract
Military contractor Raytheon Co. landed a $72.8m contract from the U.S. Navy to provide the Royal Australian Navy with radar equipment. Raytheon's Integrated Defense…
Amels to Build Second Limited Editions Series Megayacht
Amels recently announced plans to begin construction of the second in its Limited Editions series, the 64.7-m Amels 212. This decision follows the success of the Amels 171…
$1.3M Contract Extension for AMSC
American Superconductor Corporation received a $1.3m contract extension for its second generation (2G) high temperature superconductor (HTS) wire from the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD).
Crescent Towing Captains Honored
Crescent Towing/New Orleans captains received Citations of Merit awards on July 12 at the NOLA Port Safety Consul meeting. USCG Commanding Officer and Captain of the Port of New Orleans, Capt.
American Superconductor Wins $1.3m DoD Contract
American Superconductor Corporation has received a $1.3 million contract extension for its second generation (2G) high temperature superconductor (HTS) wire from the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD).
