Panama Canal 4Q Metrics
The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) released fourth quarter (Q4) operational metrics for fiscal year (FY) 2008. These metrics are based on operations from July through September 2008, the fourth quarter of the ACP's 2008 fiscal year and are compared with Q4 of FY 2007. In Q4 of FY 2008, tonnage decreased minimally, but tanker and passenger transits and tonnage jumped significantly. During Q4 of FY 2008ā¦
Panama Canal ā Locks Outage
The Panama Canal Authority issued an advisory stating that the west lane of the Gatun Locks will be out of service beginning 1800, Saturday, November 15 through 0600, Sunday, November 16 for repairs.
Offshore Wind Energy in the UK
Wind energy will play an essential role in meeting the EU's target for 20% renewable energy by 2020 and achieving a secure, environmentally friendly and affordable supply of energy for European citizens and businesses. The Communication on Offshore Wind Energy identifies the challenges that need to be tackled to exploit Europe's potential for offshore wind energy, and how EU action can help in meeting these challenges.
FMC ā Meeting
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) issued a notice stating that it will hold a meeting in its office in Washington, DC on November 20. Topics on the agenda includeā¦
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 Sectorā¦
MARAD ā 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 modesā¦
LA ā 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 Projectā¦
This Day in Naval History ā 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 āDubai Maritime Weekā starting from 2010, as part of a series of initiatives designed to support the development of the UAE and regionās maritime sector. The regionās 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 regionās largest and most prestigious boating event.
Austal -US JHSV Contract
Austal has won the contract to design and build the US Department of Defenseās 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 āWestPac Expressā operated by the US Marines for the past seven yearsā¦
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 Wednesdayā¦
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 Speedā¦
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 crewsā¦
Hypertherm Unveils Powermax45
Hypertherm, provider of plasma metal cutting technology, is unveiling the Powermax45®, a portable ½ā 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 ½ā cut capacity, and one inch severance, the 37-pound system is ideal for cutting and gouging applications in many industries including HVAC duct cuttingā¦
Homeland Security Certification
More than 50 Navy professionals ā Sailors and civilians ā 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. Canadaāsā¦
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. ā¢ Increased sales volumes to 1ā¦
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, althoughā¦
IMO ā 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 certificationā¦
