Euroseas Ltd. Announces Acquisition of Containership
Athens, Greece - Euroseas Ltd., an owner and operator of dry bulk carriers, containerships and multipurpose vessels and provider of seaborne transportation for dry bulk and containerized cargoes…
EXMAR Orders Up to 8 LPG Vessels
EXMAR announced the order at Hyundai Mipo of up to 8 LPG vessels of 38,000 m³ capacity. The vessels will be delivered beginning in the First Quarter of 2014 onwards. legislation.
Admiralty Provides New ENC Coverage of Vietnam
The United Kingdom Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has announced new ENC (Electronic Navigational Chart) coverage of a key shipping route in Vietnam, providing greater navigational detail of the region.
Vidar Pederstad Named Nor-Shipping Director
Nor-Shipping announces that Vidar Pederstad has taken on the role of Nor-Shipping Director. Although his career track includes a series of management positions at leading PR and communications agencies, Pederstad brings many years of Nor-Shipping experience to his new position. Not only was he a marketing and PR consultant to four Nor-Shipping event weeks over eight years, but he was also a founding member of the Nor-Shipping Advisory Board.
Rolls-Royce Secures Systems Order for Offshore Supply Vessels
Rolls-Royce, the global power systems company, has won a £24 million order to design and equip four offshore service vessels, which will be built by COSCO (Guangdong) Shipyard Co. Ltd in China.
AET Orders NAPA-DSME Power Software
Helsinki - AET has ordered NAPA-DSME Power® for installation on four newly-built 319,000 deadweight ton (DWT) VLCC vessels. A collaborative software from NAPA and…
Conrad Industries Announces 2011 Results
Conrad Industries Inc. announced its fourth-quarter and twelve months 2011 results and the addition of new business during the first quarter totaling $61.8 million.
Dachser Sees Expansion of U.S. Exports to China
Atlanta - Dachser Transport of America Inc. released a statement from the managing director of Dachser Far East Ltd. concerning trade patterns between the United States and China.
Incat Crowther Announces Launch of Catamaran
Incat Crowther announced the launch of Outer Limit, a 35m Catamaran Work Boat for Offshore Unlimited. Launched by Richardson Devine Marine, Outer Limit is the third vessel for the operator since 2008.
Court Confirms TBS International Plan of Reorganization
TBS International plc announced that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York has confirmed the Company's Plan of Reorganization, paving the…
Cargotec Receives Large Straddle Carrier Order
Cargotec has received a large order to supply 22 Kalmar straddle carriers to Australia's leading container handling operator, Patrick container terminals. Twelve…
Sea Marshals Gains New Armed Guard Insurance
International maritime security specialist Sea Marshals Limited announced that it has gained insurance which complies with BIMCO’s new Guardcon standards. Launched this week…
Firework Display Opens Kiel’s Cruise Shipping Season
The Port of Kiel opens its 2012 cruise shipping season on Saturday, March 31st. With a firework display to see her off, this year’s first guest, “AIDAcara,” will…
Ocean Safety Introduces Lifejacket Light
Ocean Safety has added a powerful little high visibility lifejacket light to the range. The new light, called the Apollo Mk II, is a single compact flashing unit. The light is emitted through a ultra low-profile dome, making it less susceptible to damage while the lifejacket is in use in testing conditions. The Apollo Mk II light is easily fitted and comes with a simple but effective backing plate. The light activates automatically when in water and can be turned off manually if required.
Offshore Gas Leak in North Sea – Texans on the Way
A team of Texan troubleshooters head for Scotland to prevent a major gas blast in the North Sea, according to a report in the 'Daily Record' newspaper. The giant…
Offshore Gas Leak – Mobil Explains Reason for the Flare
Flare still burning on the abandonned North Sea Elgin platform – Total Corp. addresses safety question. The flare is an integral part of the platform's safety system.
Tugboat Fire on Lake Ontario – Incident Classed as 'Major Marine Casualty'
USCG & Canadian safety agency begins investigation of tug fire. Chief engineer has now died in hospital. The U.S. Coast Guard and marine safety agencies from Canada…
Multi-purpose Cargo Ships – Market Survey Predicts Rise in Rates
Drewry’s latest Multipurpose Shipping report reveals that rates have started to firm again and the demand outlook is steady for both breakbulk and project cargo…
DP World to Repay Loan with Existing Cash
DP World Limited announces it will use existing cash resources to repay all $3 billion outstanding under its revolving credit facility1 due to mature in October 2012.
Art Anderson Awarded Port of Portland Contract
Art Anderson Associates, a Bremerton-based multidisciplinary engineering services firm, was recently awarded a contract for On-Call Naval Architect Design Services…
