Two Found Dead on "Captain Philips" Ship
According to multiple published reports including Reuters, two U.S. security workers were found dead on the Maersk Alabama, a ship made famous by the Hollywood movie "Captain Phillips" in 2013. The two men apparently were found dead in a cabin on board the vessel in the afternoon of February 18 in Port of Victoria in the Seychelles. Both reportedly had beeen on board since 29 January. The Trident Group…
Otto Marine Fixes AHTS Long Term Charter
Singapore's Otto Marine says it has secured a long-term US$11.3-Million charter contract for its Anchor Handling Tug 'Go Emerald'. The owners inform that Go Emerald will be deployed for work on long term charter in West Australian waters for a renowned oil and gas player. Built in 2009, the vessel is a 2,800 bhp Anchor Handling Tug vessel of 423.6 dwt and with a 36.5 tons bollard pull. "The global offshore oil and gas industry is thriving…
KNOT Offshore Partners' Fleet Almost Fully Utilized in Q4 2013
KNOT Offshore Partners reports net income of $7.9 million and operating income of $10.0 million for the fourth quarter of 2013, as compared to net income of $1.5 million and operating income of $5.7 million for the same period in the prior year. They add that all vessels operated well throughout the quarter with 98.5% utilization (3.5 days offhire). Operating income increased by $4.3 million and finance…
