TNO Receives 'International Media Award for Prevention'
The Engagementgame developed by TNO in collaboration with partners is the winner of the 'International Media Award for Prevention' in the category Multi Media. This serious game…
USCG Medevacs Mariner in Port Alexander, Alaska
The Coast Guard medevaced an 87-year-old female reportedly suffering from complications associated with a lower back injury aboard the fishing vessel Annie B in Port Alexander, Sunday evening.
More German Shipowners Look to Gibdock for Repairs
Gibdock remarks it has continued to see its stock rise amongst the German shipowner community over the past year. Indeed the Gibraltar ship repair yard’s recent…
No Sign of Ultra-Large Containership Mega Hubs: Analysis
Contrary to the views of some in the industry, Ultra Large Container Vessels are continuing to call at multiple North European ports per loop and are not concentrating on a mega-hub…
Wärtsilä Reshuffles Two Top Managers
Mr Rakesh Sarin (59), B.Sc. (Eng.), has been appointed President of Power Plants, Executive Vice President and member of the Board of Management of Wärtsilä Corporation, effective 1 September 2014.
A Boost for UK Offshore Drilling? DW Monday Muses
Drilling activity offshore UK is now expected to increase over the next few years as government and industry reacts to the recommendations in Sir Ian Wood’s report…
New Superyacht ROCKIT.IT Launched by Feadship
Feadship says it has launched the outstanding 60.35-metre motoryacht ROCK.IT. Created for an experienced owner who has chartered Feadships and appreciated the essence of the brand…
FTA Approves WSF Ferry Terminal Plans
In the latest Washington State Ferries Weekly Update, Capt. George A. The 60-year-old Mukilteo ferry terminal is one step closer to replacement. The Federal Transit…
MHI, IHI & DBJ Join Forces On Investments
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), IHI Corporation and the Development Bank of Japan Inc. (DBJ) concluded a three-way formal agreement today on their respective…
Clarksons PLC Perform Strongly in 1H 2014
Leading shipping services group, Clarksons PLC reports strong strong financial performance in the first half of 2014. Clarksons increased revenues by 25% to £111.7m…
ABB Celebrates 125th Anniversary in Finland
ABB is celebrating today its 125th anniversary in Finland. Founded in 1889 in Helsinki by entrepreneur and inventor Gottfrid Strömberg, ABB Finland is today an innovative…
NZ Interislander Ferry to Dry-dock in Devonport
NewZealand's KiwiRail says that the Interislander ferry Arahura has left Wellington for her scheduled bi-annual dry-docking in Devonport, having last visited Auckland in July 2012.
China's National Carbon Market to Start in 2016
China plans to roll out its national market for carbon permit trading in 2016, an official said Sunday, adding that the government is close to finalising rules for…
Dentressangle Acquire U.S. 3PL Provider Jacobson
France's Norbert Dentressangle says it has completed the previously announced acquisition of all the shares of privately held U.S. third party logistics (3PL) provider…
Fukushima Fallout: Resentment Grows
Like many of her neighbours, Satomi Inokoshi worries that her gritty hometown is being spoiled by the newcomers and the money that have rolled into Iwaki since the…
Modi Seeks Japan's Help for 'inclusive vision'
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Japan on Saturday seeking to capitalise on his affinity with Japanese counterpart Shinzo Abe to strengthen security…
MARAD Shipbuilding Loan Guarantee
The launch of the Bravante IX, built in a U.S. shipyard, was from the investments made by the Maritime Administration (MARAD) just three years ago. The investment…
Tankship Owners TORM Get Credit Facility Extension
Denmark-based TORM say that all lenders have supported the agreement to extend the existing Super Senior Working Capital Facility by six months until 31 March 2015…
DoD Award Dredging, Ship Maintenance, Charter Contracts
US Department of Defense informs of placement of contracts for Chesapeake Bay dredging, dry-docking of USS Pearl Harbor, and charter of surface escort vessels. Norfolk Dredging Company…
Frost & Sullivan’s Excellence Awards 2014 recognises 18 companies
Frost & Sullivan held its inaugural New Zealand Excellence Awards on 28 August 2014 at Villa Maria, presenting a total of 18 awards to companies across the industries of Food…
