Topaz Appoints New CEO
Renaissance Services has announced the appointment of René Kofod-Olsen as CEO for Topaz Energy & Marine (Topaz). Mr. Kofod-Olsen’s career spans 18 years in the marine industry with the A.P. Møller-Maersk Group (APMM), including a period as Chief People Officer of SVITZER, responsible for the global HR function. He is currently CEO of SVITZER Asia, Middle East & Africa, responsible for a fleet of 130 vessels operating in 17 countries.
Drydocks World Confirms Restructuring Remains on Track
Following on from Drydocks World Dubai LLC and Drydocks World LLC (together the “Drydocks World - Dubai”) filing for Decree 57 on 1 April 2012, Drydocks World has confirmed that its restructuring remains on track for completion in Q3 2012. On 7 May, Drydocks World - Dubai adjourned its scheduled Directions Hearing to allow it and its syndicated facility lenders the additional short period of time required…
Energy Efficiency Fuels Shipping Strategies at Posidonia
As persistent high oil prices and the burden of increased regulatory compliance have rendered energy management strategy development crucial for fleet owners worldwide…
Sea Tow Announces New Delaware Bay Franchise
Sea Tow Services International Inc., announces the opening of Sea Tow Delmarva, owned and operated by Capt. Hank Fulmer. Sea Tow Delmarva serves boaters along the…
USS Mississippi Commissioned in Namesake State
The Navy's newest addition to the submarine force was commissioned June 2, in its namesake state. USS Mississippi (SSN 782), the ninth Virginia-class attack submarine, joined the fleet following a commissioning ceremony held at the Port of Pascagoula. More than 7,500 people braved the typical tropical Mississippi weather to witness the ceremony in Pascagoula, while others viewed it live on the Internet.
New Wavecall Standardized Vsat Portfolio From Marlink
Marlink is presenting its re-developed WaveCall standardized VSAT offering to the worldwide shipping community for the first time during Posidonia 2012. WaveCall services ensure that maritime transport companies can choose affordable connectivity according to different requirements and budgets, backed-up by Marlink’s multi-tier customer and technical support provided by experienced engineers specializing in standardized and customized maritime VSAT.
SEACOR Marine Chooses MTU engines
SEACOR Marine has selected marine diesel engines from the Tognum brand MTU for its latest pair of fast supply vessels. The two vessels, SEACOR Lynx and SEACOR Leopard, will have an overall length of 190 feet and the capacity to carry up to 150 passengers. The vessels will also have the capacity to carry 150 tons of deck cargo and the ability to achieve speeds of 46 knots. Each vessel will be powered by four MTU 16V 4000 M73L engines rated at 3,860 bhp at 2,050 RPM.
Robert Allan Ltd. and Rotortug (KST) B.V. Sign Agreement
Robert Allan Ltd of Vancouver, B.C., and Rotortug (KST) B.V. of Rotterdam, Netherlands are very pleased to announce the initiation today of a new strategic alliance for the future development of the Rotor Tug concept. Under this Agreement Robert Allan Ltd will now act as the exclusive designer for all Rotor Tugs. The Agreement covers the continuous technical development for all existing and future Rotor ® Tug designs.
Tide Application for iPad Hits Number Six for Navigation Category
ChronGlobal Corp the developer of the successful ChronGlobal Tidal Chronoscope application (app), has released a new specifically designed version for iPad users.
EPA Approves Lonza’s Copper Omadine
Lonza is pleased to announce it has received a registration from the U.S. EPA for the use of its copper Omadine Antimicrobial as an agent to deter the growth of algae and other foulants on ships.
Bunkering in Singapore - an Alternate View
SSA rtespondes to allegations of bunkering irregularities in Singapore. Bunkering is an important industry for Singapore. Consequently, the bunker supplying industry…
11 Yacht Race Sailors Rescued off Philippines
A passing Hong Kong cargo ship "Easy Success" which was on its way to the Philippines, rescued the survivors. The PCG said that its vessel BRP Nueva Vizcaya will…
U.S., Europe to Strengthen Marine Science Co-operation
Meeting in Brussels, Belgium, Jane Lubchenco, Ph.D., under secretary of commerce for oceans and atmosphere and NOAA administrator, and Dominique Ristori, director general of the JRC…
MPI Windfarm Construction Vessels Win Award
MPI Offshore’s new generation of offshore wind turbine installation vessels are expanding the envelope of the renewables industry, taking it into deeper water and harsher environments.
Tripartite Design Handysize Bulk Carrier
“The focus has been on reducing the fuel consumption while giving owners different options to meet the future expected environmental regulations. The concept design is ready for the owners’ preferred choice, whether that it is to run on heavy fuel oil using emission treatment systems or to switch to low sulphur fuels or LNG,” says Hu Jin-Tao, the president of SDARI. The Green Dolphin concept design…
DNV Predicts Ship Propulsion Technology Uptake to 2020
The results show that high fuel costs will result in a drive towards more energy efficient ships ahead of the EEDI regulatory timeframe. Fuel choices up to 2020 will be driven by the time spent in an Emissions Control Area (ECA), but distillate is a more likely option than scrubbers for most ships towards 2020. By 2020, it is expected that new tankers, bulkers and container vessels will be up to 30 per cent more energy efficient than today’s newbuildings.
Kleven Maritime to Build Subsea Construction Vessel for Eidesvik
Kleven Maritime has signed a contract with Norwegian based ship owner Eidesvik on the delivery of a large offshore subsea construction vessel of SALT 301 OCV-design by Salt Ship Design. The vessel is to be built in Kleven Maritime’s shipyard Kleven Verft in Ulsteinvik, Norway. The total contract value is around 1.1 billion NOK. The contract also includes an option for a further vessel of the same type.
Cruise Shipping Asia Pacific Expo Gets ICCA Backing
The ICCA joins Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), which has also pledged exclusive backing, and the Asia Cruise Association (ACA) and the Florida Caribbean…
Gulf of Mexico Drilling Contract a Record Breaker for Maersk
Maersk informed Reuters Africa that the three-year contract for a job starting in 2014 is for the first in a series of four identical ultra deepwater drillships…
Arctic-bound Drill Rigs Shadowed by Greenpeace
The Greenpeace ship Esperanza, with a rainbow painted on its bow, was seen anchored off Manchester then conducted training exercises as its crew prepares to "shadow"…
