Ferries Eligible for Millions in Canadian Funding
Ferry operators across Canada applaud new changes made by the federal government that will allow infrastructure projects related to ferries to be eligible for funding…
NTSB Determines Faults Leading to Fatal Collision
In examining the deadly collision of tugboat/barge Caribbean Sea/The Resource with Amphibious Passenger Vehicle DUKW 34, the U.S. National Transportation Safety…
Libya to Resume Oil Shipments from Hariga
Libya will resume oil shipments from the port of Marsa El Hariga after an agreement was reached at talks in Vienna between rival oil officials representing the east and west of the country…
Hapag-Lloyd Adds Port Everglades to MGX Service
Starting in June 2016, shipping company Hapag-Lloyd will add a new call in Port Everglades to its Mediterranean Gulf Express (MGX) service. Florida International Terminal (FIT)…
John P. Murtha (LPD 26) Delivered to US Navy
The U.S. Navy has accepted delivery of the future John P. Murtha (LPD 26) during a ceremony at the Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) shipyard, May 13. Built at HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division, LPD 26 is the 10th San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock built by HII for the U.S. Navy. “This is the 10th San Antonio-class ship we've delivered, and our Sailors and Marine Corps will be receiving another highly capable platform in John P. Murtha,” said Capt.
Ace Targets Inland Waterways
Overhead crane and hoist manufacturer Ace World Companies has made its first appearance at the Inland Marine Expo, which took place for the third time this May at…
This Day In Naval History: May 16
1811 - The frigate President, commanded by John Rodgers, exchanges several shots with HMS Little Belt during the night. Each captain claims the other fired first, increasing tensions between the two countries prior to the War of 1812. 1820 - The frigate Congress becomes the first U.S. warship to visit China when she visits Guanhzhou (now Canton). 1919 - Three Curtiss NC seaplanes leave from Trepassey Bay, Newfoundland, Canada for the first trans-atlantic flight.
Response Continues to Oil Spill off Louisiana
The joint effort between the U.S. Coast Guard and Shell continues in response to an oil discharge from a segment of flow line at the Glider Field located approximately 90 miles south of Timbalier Island, La., that occurred at approximately 11 a.m., Thursday. It is estimated that 88,200 gallons of crude oil has been discharged. Shell has shut-in production at the Glider Field. Five on-water recovery vessels have been mobilized and are searching for oil that can be safely recovered via skimming…
Transport Minister Visits Liverpool2 Development
U.K. Transport Minister, Andrew Jones MP visited the Port of Liverpool Monday, May 16 to view the latest developments at Liverpool2 as the terminal approaches its opening. The Minister, who has responsibility for the strategic roads network and ports, received a tour of the site during a visit to the city to discuss prospective improvements to the major A5036 corridor used by hauliers calling at the Port of Liverpool.
Baltic Index Rises on Stronger Capesize Rates
The Baltic Exchange's main sea freight index, tracking rates for ships carrying dry bulk commodities, rose on Monday on stronger rates for capesize vessels. The overall index…
Portable Container Weighing Solution Launched
Hy-Dynamix has launched a new mobile container weighing solution called Hy-Weigh, which gives digital read outs within 10 minutes at point of packing. The system can weigh containers up to 35 metric tons and uses four corner hydraulic elevation jacks, raising the container in situ and displaying the weight in increments of 50 kilograms via a digital readout. Designed by engineers at Hy-Dynamix parent company Dyer Engineering…
US Coast Guard Resumes Probe into El Faro Sinking
U.S. Coast Guard investigators on Monday resumed a probe of last year's deadly sinking of the El Faro off the Bahamas, beginning two weeks of hearings to examine the cargo ship's operations, weather forecasts and regulatory oversight. Captain Eric Bryson, who helped launch the El Faro on its final voyage, told the Coast Guard's Marine Board of Investigation panel that the ship's captain had said he planned to "go out and shoot under" a storm brewing in the Caribbean.
APL Provides Reefer Solutions for Japanese Exports
As Japan ramps-up its export drive, APL said it has stepped in to support Japanese growers and exporters in the exploration of overseas markets for their fresh produce through its range of SMART reefer solutions and diversified global network. “As more Japanese growers take their agricultural products beyond the domestic market, APL looks to work with them in bringing the ‘finest harvest of Japan’ to the world,” said Fujita Yasuhiro, Head of Commercial, APL Japan.
DP World Launches Tender Offer for $1.5 bln 2017 Sukuk
DP World could buy back around half of its $1.5 billion sukuk offering which is due to mature in 2017 as the global ports operator seeks to reduce the cost of its debt…
Trelleborg Trains USCG on Liqufied GasTransport
Trelleborg’s marine systems operation has again supported the U.S. Coast Guard by delivering a third training session in ensuring the safe, secure and clean transportation…
US Warship Completes Acceptance Trials
The fourth Independence-variant Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) built by Austal for the U.S. Navy, the future USS Montgomery (LCS 8), has completed its acceptance trials May 6, 2016, in the Gulf of Mexico, marking the final significant milestone before the ship’s delivery, which is expected soon. According to the shipbuilder, this achievement involved the execution of intense comprehensive tests by the Austal-led industry team while underway…
Oil prices up on Nigeria outages, Goldman Forecast
Unrest cuts Nigerian output to lowest in decades; U.S., China output also down sharply. Oil prices jumped over 2 percent on Monday to their highest since November…
Report on Health of Seagrass in Cleveland Bay
Port of Townsville Limited (POTL) has released the 2015 Annual Seagrass Health Survey carried out in Cleveland Bay during 2015. The survey, commissioned annually since 2007 at a cost of around $70…
APL SMART Reefer Solutions to Boost Agri Japanese Exports
OKYO, JAPAN, 16 MAY 2016: As Japan ramps-up its export drive, APL steps in to support Japanese growers and exporters in the exploration of overseas markets for their fresh produce.
APM Terminals LA Makes Room for Mega Ships
The 10 STS Cranes will be the tallest in service at any American port; new LED lighting on the crane booms will increase visibility while significantly reducing energy consumption…
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