Barge Collides with Bridge
The Coast Guard is investigating what caused a 250-foot barge to strike the Amesbury Swing Bridge in the Merrimack River around 12 p.m. on Nov. 13. Coast Guard Sector…
MARAD – Oil Prices, Modal Shift
The Maritime Administration (MARAD) issued a report on the impact of oil prices on transportation markets. Among other things, the study found that the more fuel efficient modes…
LA – Container Terminal Project
The US Army Corps of Engineers issued a notice stating that it completed an addendum to the Final Environmental Impact Statement for Berths 136-147 (TraPac) Container Terminal Project…
This Day in Naval History – Nov. 17
1917 - USS Fanning (DD-37) and USS Nicholson (DD-52) sink first enemy submarine, U-58, off Milford Haven, Wales. 1924 - USS Langley, first aircraft carrier, reports for duty.
Dubai Maritime Week
Dubai Maritime City Authority has announced that it will organize the ‘Dubai Maritime Week’ starting from 2010, as part of a series of initiatives designed to support the development of the UAE and region’s maritime sector. The region’s first-of-its-kind event will be co-organized by Dubai World Trade Centre, one of the largest exhibition organizers in the Middle East and owner of Dubai International Boat Show, the region’s largest and most prestigious boating event.
Austal -US JHSV Contract
Austal has won the contract to design and build the US Department of Defense’s next generation multi-use platform, the Joint High Speed Vessel (JHSV), as part of a program potentially worth over US$1.6 billion. As Prime contractor, Austal will design and construct the first 103-metre JHSV, with options for 9 additional vessels expected to be exercised between FY09 and FY13. Similar to the Austal-built “WestPac Express” operated by the US Marines for the past seven years…
Kirby Corporation to Present
Kirby Corporation (NYSE:KEX) announced that Joe Pyne, Kirby's President and Chief Executive Officer, will present at the Stephens Inc. Fall Investment Conference on Wednesday…
New Navy Contracts
Austal USA, Mobile Ala., is being awarded a $185,433,564 modification to previously awarded contract (N00024-08-C-2217) for the firm quantity of one Joint High Speed…
Operation Big Tow
Coast Guard units along the Gulf Coast, Mississippi River and Western Rivers system have begun operations to ensure towing vessels are properly manned and crews…
Hypertherm Unveils Powermax45
Hypertherm, provider of plasma metal cutting technology, is unveiling the Powermax45®, a portable ½” plasma cutting and gouging system. The Powermax45 is a single-gas system (air and nitrogen) designed for both hand-held and mechanized applications. With a recommended ½” cut capacity, and one inch severance, the 37-pound system is ideal for cutting and gouging applications in many industries including HVAC duct cutting…
Homeland Security Certification
More than 50 Navy professionals – Sailors and civilians – earned their homeland security certification Nov. 6 after attending a two-day seminar in Pearl Harbor. Following the days of Sept.
Canadian Supply Ships in Bad Shape
According to a report from the Chronicle Herald, the Canadian navy has spent millions of dollars over the past three years to keep old supply ships afloat. Canada’s…
Hyundai Mipo Order Revised Up
According to a Nov 13 Reuters report, Hyundai Mipo Dockyard Co Ltd said it had signed a $408m order that revised up a 2007 contract to reflect changes to ship types.
Aegean 3Q, 9 Mo Results
Aegean Marine Petroleum Network Inc. (NYSE:ANW) announced financial and operating results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2008. • Increased sales volumes to 1…
Plan Advances for VA Offshore Drilling
According to a report from the Associated Press, the U.S. Interior Department moved closer on Nov. 12 to opening waters off Virginia to oil and gas drilling, although…
IMO – BWM Approved Technologies
The IMO issued its list of approved ballast water management technologies. The list is divided into three sections: (1) systems which have received type approval certification…
NOAA – Avoid Migrating Whales
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reminded mariners to keep a sharp lookout for North Atlantic right whales in southeast US waters from November 15 through April 15. North Atlantic right whales are among the most endangered marine mammal populations in the world. Vessel strikes and entanglement in fixed fishing gear are the two greatest threats to their recovery. This species is protected under the U.S.
Prototype TWIC Invalid
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the US Coast Guard issued an Informational Bulletin reminding maritime workers and regulated facilities that…
USCG - Mobile Security Zones
The US Coast Guard has promulgated an interim rule establishing moving security zones around vessels being escorted within the Captain of the Port (COTP) Zone Mobile.
Nonimmigrant Alien Travel Authorization
The US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued a notice stating that, commencing January 12, 2009, all nonimmigrant aliens traveling to the United States under…
