BOEMRE, Oregon Form Offshore Renewable Energy Task Force
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, Regulation and Enforcement (BOEMRE) is holding its first offshore renewable energy task force meeting with the state of Oregon.
Signet Maritime Completes Rig Moves
Signet Maritime Corporation announced the successful completion of transportation, delivery and loadout of two mat supported Jackup rigs. Signet provided full turnkey operations for the movement of the Rubicone H-191 from Sabine, Texas to Kiewit Offshore Services, Ingleside, Texas. The MV Signet Enterprise with 4,400BHP, 62.6MT Bollard pull ahead, 53.5MT bollard pull astern and the MV Signet Intrepid with 4…
Grand Alliance, ZIM & HMM Jointly Announce New SCE2 Service
Grand Alliance members Hapag-Lloyd (HL), Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) and Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL), along with Partner ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd (ZIM) are pleased to jointly announce the new co-operation with Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM) within the Trans-Pacific All Water sector. The South China East Coast Express 2 (SCE2) will be launched on 12th May 2011, in conjunction with the enhancement of the established South China East Coast Express (SCE)…
Austal USA Breaks Ground On Three New Facilities
Austal USA held a combined groundbreaking ceremony today, to celebrate the start of work on three new facilities including Phase 2 of the Modular Manufacturing Facility (MMF); a new office complex; and an additional waterfront Assembly Bay. The ceremony was held at Austal USA’s shipyard in Mobile, Alabama, where construction is underway on the U.S. Navy’s Independence-class Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) program and the Joint High Speed Vessel (JHSV) program.
Keppel Group Releases Dates for First Quarter 2011 Financial Results
The Keppel Group of Companies is pleased to announce its first quarter 2011 financial results on the following dates: * K-Green Trust on 14 April 2011 * K-REIT Asia on 14 April 2011 * Keppel Telecommunications & Transportation Ltd on 18 April 2011 * Keppel Land Limited on 19 April 2011 * Keppel Corporation Limited on 20 April 2011 This notice will be updated should there be any amendments Source: Keppel Group
UAESA Reverses Decision on Armed Security Teams
The tragic loss of life on board the S/V Quest last week, which saw four American citizens die at the hands of Somali pirates, has once again raised the issue of the use of force into the headlines. The killings come as the shipping industry reconsiders its position on the presence of weapons on board vessels, with the UAE Shipping Association (UAESA) reversing their decision against the use of private security guards aboard commercial vessels.
Major Oil Discovery In The Barents Sea
Statoil, along with partners Eni Norway and Petoro, has made a significant oil discovery on the Skrugard prospect in the Barents Sea. The breakthrough discovery is one of the most important finds on the Norwegian continental shelf in the last decade. Statoil and its partners are in the process of concluding drilling operations on the Skrugard prospect, which is located approximately 100 kilometres north of the Snøhvit gas field in the Barents Sea.
Change of Premises SpecTec Group HO Spa
As of 1st April 2011 Spectec Group Ho Spa will change its premises from Viale San Bartolomeo 629, 19126 La Spezia, to the following address: Via Privata Oto n.57, 19136 La Speiz (SP) - Italy Company name, fiscal data, phone and fax numbers, e-mail addresses will remain unchanged. Source: Spectec Group Ho Spa
HMS Lancaster To Get New Lease Of Life
Portsmouth, United Kingdom: The Royal Navy’s Type 23 frigate, HMS Lancaster, is undergoing an extensive refit at Portsmouth Naval Base as part of a £17.9 million contract with BAE Systems, reflecting the Company’s continued growth in support services. The mid-life upkeep will significantly upgrade the capability of the 20 year old frigate to ensure she is ready to fulfil future operational commitments.
Ship Rejected in China on Radiation
According to a report from Bloomberg, a ship that had “abnormal” amounts of radiation after passing 67 nautical miles off Japan’s Fukushima prefecture, site of a crippled nuclear-power station…
Registration Open for Wrecks of the World II: June 6-7
Registration is now open for the American Salvage Association (ASA) and the North American Marine Environmental Protection Association (NAMEPA) co-sponsored conference…
Conrad Industries 2010 Results and New Business
Conrad Industries, Inc. (OTC Pink Sheets: CNRD.PK) announced its fourth quarter and twelve months 2010 results and the addition of new business during the first quarter totaling $75.2 million.
Fox Named Crowley’s Sr. VP, Corporate Services
Crowley Maritime Corp. announced that Carl Fox will assume the role of senior vice president of corporate services on June 1. Fox will continue to work out of the company's Jacksonville office while reporting to Bill Pennella, Crowley's vice chairman and executive vice president. In his new position, Fox joins the company's senior leadership team and will manage several departments, including Information Technology…
American Salvage Assoc. New Education Committee
The American Salvage Association (ASA) has established an Education Committee committed to promoting general maritime industry interest with a focus on marine salvage…
Dometic Marine Supplies Chilled Water Systems to Signet
Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) specialist Dometic Marine has recently secured orders to supply its chilled water equipment to high performance tug builder Signet Maritime.
Hamburg Süd: Port Call in Tokyo Cancelled on Short Notice
In all decisions concerning the current situation in Japan, Hamburg Süd is acting according to the maxim of, first and foremost, safeguarding the well-being of the…
Hamburg Süd: Port Call in Tokyo Cancelled on Short Notice
In all decisions concerning the current situation in Japan, Hamburg Süd is acting according to the maxim of, first and foremost, safeguarding the well-being of the…
BOEMRE Approves Deepwater Drilling Permit for New Well
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, Regulation and Enforcement (BOEMRE) approved a deepwater drilling permit for a new well that was described in Shell Offshore…
BP Extends Contract With Aker Solutions
BP has decided to extend the maintenance and modification contract with Aker Solutions, exercising a one year option in the existing agreement for the Ula, Valhall, Hod and Tambar fields. Work under the new option will last until April 2012. The contract value is estimated to be NOK 2-300 MNOK. The original maintenance and modification contract was signed in 2005. "We are very pleased that BP again demonstrates their trust in Aker Solutions.
Ellicott Dredges Acquires Rohr Sand & Gravel Dredge Operations
Ellicott Dredge Enterprises, LLC of Baltimore, Md. USA has acquired selected assets of Rohr Corporation (USA), including its current backlog, and all associated intellectual property, as well as the shares of Rohr Bagger GMBH, based in Mannheim, Germany. Through a newly formed subsidiary, Rohr International Dredge Co., LLC, Rohr will operate as an independent, wholly-owned subsidiary of Ellicott. The…
