Horizon Applauds Introduction of Harbor Maintenance Tax Legislation
Charles G. (Chuck) Raymond, Chairman, President & CEO of Horizon Lines, Inc. expressed strong support for legislation introduced in the U.S. Senate that would exempt…
Greening A Small Fleet
Cindy and Jon Smith of Southport both have their tug licenses but these days they are mostly shore-based running Interport Towing & Transportation. The jointly owned company has three tugs that do coastal towing as well as providing support for marine construction. They also have a Tier 2-compliant Cummins-powered crew boat that does standby and transport work for dredging and construction work. With this diversity there is always a project underway.
This Day in Naval History - July 10
1934 - USS Houston takes Franklin Delano Roosevelt on first visit of a U.S. president to South America. 1943 - Naval gunfire help Allied troops land on Sicily. It…
Safe Bulkers Acquires Post-Panamax Drybulk Vessel
Safe Bulkers, Inc. has entered into an agreement to acquire a newbuild drybulk Post-Panamax class vessel of more than 90,000 deadweight tons, scheduled for delivery…
Last Liberty Ship Departs James River Reserve Fleet
The Arthur M. Huddell was towed from the James River Reserve Fleet on July 8. It will be the 72nd ship to depart the site since January of 2001. The Huddell is…
VADM Stewart Announces Retirement from USMMA
Vice Admiral Joseph D. Stewart, Superintendent of the United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, has announced his retirement from government service.
MarAd Seeks Director for Houston Gateway Office
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration is searching for a director for its new Gateway Office in . The Gateway Offices provide the Maritime…
This Day in Naval History - July 09
1846 - Sailors and Marines from USS Portsmouth occupy and raise flag over . 1918 - Henry Ford launches first of 100 Eagle boats. 1944 - Organized Japanese resistence ceases on Saipan, .
Regional Cooperation Highlighted During NAVCENT Change of Command
During his change of command ceremony, the outgoing Commander of U.S. Naval Forces Central Command, Vice Adm. Kevin Cosgriff, emphasized the need for fostering relationships with coalition partners.
Grasso Elected President WISTA USA
At its annual general meeting in in May, Jeanne M. Grasso was elected President of the Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA) . As President of WISTA USA, Ms.
EC Extends State Aid for Shipbuilding
The European Commission has prolonged the Framework on state aid rules for shipbuilding for three more years, until 31 December 2011. This extension follows an earlier…
Liability when Both Vessels Violate COLREGS
The US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit upheld the determination of the federal district court regarding allocation of liability in a collision case where…
Coos Bay – Jordan Cove LNG Project Update
The US Coast Guard completed its Waterway Suitability Report for the proposed Jordan Cove liquefied natural gas (LNG) import facility to be located in Coos Bay, Oregon.
Meeting to Discuss Cruise Ship Accessibility
The Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board (Access Board) will meet in Washington, DC on August 11 to develop accessibility guidelines under…
Changes to ACE Secure Data Portal
The US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued a notice stating that it has changed the terms and conditions for account access of the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) secure data portal.
NOAA & FWS: Ship Reporting System Proposed
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) are proposing regulations for a ship reporting system for waters…
Gas Discovery in the Barents Sea
During the drilling of exploration well 7226/2-1 in the Barents Sea StatoilHydro, the operator of the licence, has struck gas in a prospect named Ververis. The drilling in 347 metres of water was performed by the Polar Pioneer drilling rig. This is the 13th discovery on the Norwegian continental shelf that StatoilHydro is involved in this year. The main purpose of the well was to confirm the existence of hydrocarbons in early Jurassic to mid-Jurassic sandstones.
Donjon Removes Rail Bridge Span
Putting its heavy-lift capability to the test, on June 24, 2008, Donjon Marine Co., Inc. removed an old, rusted, 1,000-ton Amtrak rail bridge span located across the Thames River in New London…
Dryship Fleet Renewal Continues
DryShips Inc. - The Panamax vessel MV Primera 72,495 dwt built in 1998 for US$ 75 million. 2008. approximately US$ 40 million. - The Panamax vessel MV Paragon 71…
Superior Energy Christens Liftboat
Superior Energy Services’ Marine Services Division christened its new 175-ft class liftboat, the Superior Future, on Friday, June 27 at Marine Industrial Fabrication at 4912 Marina Rd., New Iberia, La. Connie Babin, Superior’s Marine Services Division traffic coordinator, performed the christening. Guests from the industry, media and local government had the opportunity to tour the vessel, and lunch was served onboard.
