Ocean’s Micro-plastics as Harmful as Plastic Bags -Report
Tiny pieces of plastic or fibers, known as Micro-plastics, may act as a pathway for persistent, bio accumulating and toxic substances entering the food chain, and are increasingly being found in the oceans and may prove to be as harmful to marine life as more obvious, larger debris, such as plastic bags, according to a new report. The report, Sources, fates and effects of microplastics in the marine environment - a global assessment…
DEME Orders LNG-powered Dredgers from Royal IHC
Royal IHC has been awarded a contract for the design, construction and delivery of two unique low-emission dredging vessels to DEME in Belgium, the builder announced today. The 7,950m3 and 3,000m3 (expandable to 3,500m3) trailing suction hopper dredgers (TSHDs) are the first to be provided with a liquefied natural gas (LNG) installation. The unique arrangements for the propulsion and dredge pump drive…
SINOPACIFIC Delivers AHTS Vessel to FEMCO
On April 28, 2015, Sinopacific Shipbuilding Group (SINOPACIFIC) held a christening and delivery ceremony for a newly built SPA150 AHTS, constructed for shipowner FEMCO Group. This first SPA150 vessel is not only the first of this design to be delivered in the world, but is also the first of a series of four vessels contracted by FEMCO Group. Representatives from the Government, banks, shipowner, classification society…
WSS Opens Distribution Hub in Korea
Overlooking Busan New Port in South Korea, Wilhelmsen Ships Service’s (WSS) newly opened 3,000+ square meter warehouse sits on a 6,000m2 site and will now take over from Singapore as the company’s distribution hub in North East Asia (NEA). Jensen continued, “The new distribution centre is good news for our local NEA customers. But, it also increases our operational efficiency which will positively impact the whole region.
De Beers Confirms Kleven Newbuild Contract
Norwegian shipbuilder Kleven announced its contract with De Beers Marine Namibia, part of De Beers Group, for the building of a specialized vessel for deep water mineral exploration, initially announced in October 2014, is expected to receive final approval in May 2015. The first of its kind vessel will be of MT 6022 design from Marin Teknikk. This design is proven within the offshore construction segment…
DNV GL Issues Design Guidelines for DP Operations
Advanced dynamic positioning (DP) vessels can now meet critical safety regulations while gaining operational flexibility, efficiency and cost savings through new design and monitoring methods.
USCG Suspends Search for Missing Mariner off Lanai
The Coast Guard suspended the search Monday for a missing mariner after the fishing vessel he was aboard capsized approximately one mile west of Lanai. “Following extensive efforts by sea…
Petrobras Requests to Assist the Federal Prosecutors Office
On April 24, Petrobras submitted a request to assist the Federal Prosecutors Office in seven criminal lawsuits related to Operação Lava Jato (Operation Car Wash)…
Hapag-Lloyd's New Set-up in Mediterranean
As one of the top global carriers Hapag-Lloyd offering a comprehensive service network have announced their new service Turkey Israel Express. Furthermore Levante…
Rolls-Royce to Sell Michell Bearing Business
Rolls-Royce has today confirmed its intention to sell its Michell Bearings business to British Engines Limited for a cash consideration of £12.6m. Subject to licence consents…
BIMCO, Global Shipping Forum launch “SERVICECON”
BIMCO and the Global Shipping Forum have now launched a new standard contract – named “SERVICECON” – which simplifies and harmonises terms and conditions for container…
Euronav Warns Against Speeding up Tankers
Many investors are asking questions about the dynamics of the tanker market and asked us to confirm their views on vessel utilisation across the tanker market. This…
CEVA Appoint Two Sr Executive
Hoofddorp, the Netherlands, 27 April, 2015 – CEVA Logistics, one of the world's leading supply chain companies, today announced the appointment of two senior executives…
"River Cities" Host First Navy Week of 2015
Bossier City-Shreveport Navy Week begins April 27 and will continue through May 3. Navy Weeks focus a variety of assets, equipment and personnel on a single city…
Floating LNG Regasification is Used in Smaller Markets
According to the latest research from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA), floating LNG (FLNG) regasification is being used to meet rising natural gas demand in smaller markets.
D'Amico Orders Two 'Eco' LR1 Product Tankers
D'Amico International Shipping has ordered two new long range one product tankers, to be built by Vietnam’s Vinashin Shipyard Co for about $44m each. The tankers are expected to be delivered mid-2017.
PSA starts up in Dammam
Saudi Global Ports (SGP), a joint-venture company formed between the Public Investment Fund of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and PSA International (PSA) has started its commercial operations this month…
PSA Starts Expansion Work on 2m teu Panama Terminal
Singapore-based port operator PSA Panama International Terminal (PSA Panama) has started a USD 400 million expansion of its container terminal located on the west bank of the Panama Canal Pacific.
Scorpio Bulkers Sells Three Vessels
Scorpio Bulkers has agreed to sell two new capesize bulk carriers and an ultramax for a combined $111m to an unknown buyer. The two capes are currently under construction in China and in South Korea…
Vyborg Shipyard to Build Icebreaker
Vyborg Shipyard signed a License and Concept Design Agreement with the Finnish engineering company Aker Arctic Technology for two icebreaking support vessels. Two…
