Seafarers Job Survey Reveals Gaps in Perceptions
International specialist recruiter, Faststream, report their findings from a survey of over 2,000 shore and sea staff. Faststream, puts into sharp focus a gap that…
Finland to Develop LNG Import Terminal
On a visit to Qatar, Finland's PM conferred with government officials about the future import of LNG to serve neighbouring countries. According to the 'Gulf Times'…
Qatar Shell Order Offshore Solution's OAS
Offshore Solutions expand its Offshore Access System (OAS) operations in Qatar with another contract. Offshore Solutions BV (OSBV), the joint venture between AMEC and Cofely Nederland NV…
U.K. Sponsored Anti-piracy Centre Opened
Government minister Alistair Burt officially opened the Regional Anti-Piracy Prosecution and Intelligence Coordination Centre (RAPPICC) in the Seychelles. The RAPPICC will bring together experts from around the world to share intelligence and information which will help to tackle the king-pins and financiers of piracy. Commenting at the ceremony for the Regional Anti-Piracy Prosecution and Intelligence Coordination Centre (RAPPICC)…
Ship Fire Safety Still Serious Concern: Paris MOU Survey
Preliminary results from the Concentrated Inspection Campaign (CIC) on Fire Safety Systems, underline fire safety concerns. The results are based on the CIC survey carried out between 1 September 2012 and 30 November 2012 in the Paris MoU region. 103 ships were detained over the 3 month period as a direct result of the CIC for deficiencies related to Fire Safety Systems. 64% of all ships detained in the three month period were detained for fire safety related issues.
Dutch Superyacht 'Larisa' Launched by Feadship
Feadship has launched the 57.60-metre twin-screw motoryacht with an interior from Bannenberg & Rowell Design. Larisa features a contemporary classic exterior profile, with a wide range of modern features. The strong curvaceous signature lines of the design are supported by a straight knuckle that runs all the way round the yacht from the bow to the stern. At the launch ceremony, Feadship director Henk de Vries praised the excellent cooperation with the owner's team…
New EVAC Waste Management System Comprehensive
Evac can now supply the entire waste handling system for vessels and rigs, to accord with MARPOL Annex V regulations. The company say they can supply the entire waste handling system for vessels and rigs, covering both dry and wet waste, from food waste handling to onboard sanitary and wastewater treatment. From January 1st 2013, new requirements relating to the management waste of ships and rigs entered into force.
Role of Canada's Ferry Sector Discussed with Government
Canadian Ferry Operators Association CFOA Board of Directors & Senior Management meeting joined by government officers. During this meeting, representatives from the Board of Directors met with Senator Dennis Dawson, Chair of the Senate Standing Committee on Transport and Communications and M.P. Larry Miller, Chair of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities. These productive meetings focused on the role of the ferry sector in Canada.
STX OSV Becomes VARD
Shipbuilders & designers STX OSV adopt new brand name following sale of STX Europe’s majority stake in the company to Fincantieri Oil & Gas. Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of VARD, Roy Reite, said, “I am excited to announce that VARD will be our new name. It conveys a sense of stability and strength, relevance and flexibility. More importantly, it reflects our long-standing Norwegian heritage…
Wärtsilä Gains €25-million on Sato Sale
Wärtsilä Corporation has sold all of its 1.987.940 shares in housing investment company Sato Oyj. Wärtsilä will record a capital gain of approximately EUR 25 million on this sale.
GoM Energy Workers Testify Need of Offshore Lease Sales
Two members of the Gulf Economic Survival Team testified at a U.S. House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Energy & Mineral Resources Oversight hearing. Two members…
Headhunter Installs Sewage Treatment Plant on AET Tankers
Headhunter, Inc. completed installation of the company’s Tidalwave HMX sewage treatment plant on the first of two specially outfitted Aframax tankers owned by AET Tanker Holdings of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The two Aframax tankers have been chartered for 20 years to Marine Well Containment Company of Houston, Texas. The Tidalwave HMX systems are USCG-certified and Bureau Veritas-approved to IMO MEPC 159(55) standards.
First U.S.-Flag "Lakers" Back In Service; 52 More To Follow
The 2013 Great Lakes shipping season began on March 2 with the sailing of the tug/barge unit Prentiss Brown/St. Mary’s Conquest. The vessel, operated by Port City Marine Services, departed its winter lay-up berth in Milwaukee and sailed for Charlevoix, Michigan, where it loaded 9,200 tons of cement for delivery to Chicago. Next to get underway was the tug/barge unit Dorothy Ann/Pathfinder. The vessel…
Troy Container Hire New IT Manager
Troy Container Line Ltd., one of the largest American-owned NVOCCs, appointed Benjamin Towner IT Manager. Mr. Towner’s management of Troy Container Line’s website application development and enterprise architecture will support enhanced quality and customer service for web users. Mr. Towner joins Troy Container Line with 20 years of experience in the information technology industry. His background…
Hubbell gets nod from PEMEX on Heater Contract
Hubbell Awarded Water Heater Contract For The PEMEX $78 Million Offshore Drilling Platform. Hubbell Electric Heater Company, a leading manufacturer of Marine/Offshore qualified water heaters located in Stratford, CT, announced today that the company has been awarded the water heater contract for the habitation module for the latest offshore drilling platform owned by Mexico’s state run oil company PEMEX.
Super Cranes Arrive in Britain
Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS) was called on to act as agent for the arrival of the first giant cranes at the UK’s new global container port, DP World’s London Gateway. As the largest quay cranes in Britain, bigger than the London Eye and weighing 2,000 tons each, ISS arranged the complex operation of easing the heavy-lift vessel operated by Shanghai Zhenhua Shipping Co, the Zhen Hua 26, onto the berth ready to start the delicate process of discharging the leviathans.
Westgarth Joins Seagull Board
Capt. Graham Westgarth, who becomes a non-executive Seagull Director, has over 40 years industry experience including 18 years at sea (five years as a Ship’s Master). From 2001 to 2010, he was responsible for Teekay’s 5,000 sea and shore staff and the technical management of 200 vessels, as the company extended beyond its conventional tanker interests to shuttle tankers, FPSOs, FSOs and LNG vessels.
Senator Dick Durbinn to Receive Waterways Council Award
U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) will receive the 12th Annual Waterways Council, Inc. Leadership Service Award on March 19, 2013 at the Loews Madison Hotel in Washington, DC. He will receive the award during WCI’s Washington Seminar at approximately 2:45 p.m. Senator Durbin is the 47th Senator from the State of Illinois, the state’s senior senator and the convener of Illinois’ bipartisan Congressional delegation.
Royal Caribean Names Rob Zeiger VP, Global Communications Officer
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. has named Rob Zeiger to the position of vice president, global chief communications officer. Zeiger is responsible for leading Royal Caribbean’s overall communications, corporate social responsibility, public relations and corporate positioning strategies. He reports directly to the company’s chairman and CEO, Richard D. Fain. Zeiger has more than 25 years’ experience in media relations, corporate reputation and issues and crisis management.
Economist Dan North to Address U.S. and Global Financial Forecast
This year’s IMUA Annual Meeting’s keynote address will feature a presentation by Dan North, Chief Economist for Euler Hermes North America. Addressing attendees of the 83rd Annual Meeting…
