Mr. Bice Salvaged
Drilling jackup Mr. Bice was finally brought to shore by Bisso Marine Co.'s Salvage team. The 4,000 ton jackup capsized and sank 15 miles southwest of Grand Isle, La.
New Dry Dock Contract Awarded
The U.S. Navy has awarded Atlantic Dry Dock Corp. of Jacksonville, a contract to provide the shipyard with 14,200 LT floating dry dock Sustain. The contract will…
Kvichak Marine Building Patrol Boats
Kvichak Marine Industries of Seattle is currently building two 38 ft. patrol boats for the Nassau County Police Department (NCPD) of New York. The first vessel is…
New Office for Water Weights
Water Weights, Inc. recently opened its newest office in Fife, Wash. The new office will service the company's customers in the Pacific Northwest Region of the U.S. and Western Canada.
American V. Ships Awarded Ship Management Contract
American V. Ships, a full-service international marine transportation management and operations organization has been named the technical manager of three vessels…
Terminal Improvement Plan Presented
A draft long-term plan for terminal improvements at Horseshoe Bay was presented by BC Ferries president & CEO Bob Lingwood at a public council meeting in West Vancouver.
Steam Tourboat Season Successful
Lloyd Beckmann, vice-president and co-owner of Beckmann Boatshop, Ltd., announced steam tourboat Laurie Ellen, built at his yard, completed an extended tour season at her home base in Castine, Maine.
Angela Louise Repower Completed
A year-long project to repower Riverboat Angela Louise to DC electric has been completed, said Captain Joseph Warren. Now, the 100-passenger, USCG-certified turn…
BC Ferries Commissions Second PacifiCat
BC Ferries' second fast ferry, PacifiCat Discovery, was officially commissioned at a ceremony attended by Gordon Wilson, minister responsible for BC Ferries; Michael Francis…
Roll Dampening on the Grand Banks
Longtime Newfoundland fisherman Vernon Petten of Port-De-Grave isn't afraid of trying something new. For his most recent boat, 65 x 23-ft. Newfoundland Clipper he…
Canadian Longliner Building in Nova Scotia
A.F. Theriault & Son Ltd. of Metahgan River, Nova Scotia has begun construction of a 99.3 x 26.3-ft. steel-hulled longliner for Wesley Henneberry. The boat will…
St. Pé Wins Man of the Year Management Award
The Maritime Port Council of Greater New York and Vicinity has jointly honored Philip Calian, CEO of American Classic Voyages Co. (AMCV), and Jerry St. Pé, COO of Litton Ship Systems…
National Maritime Center Considers Limited License for Docking Pilots
The USCG's National Maritime Center (NMC) is seeking comments from the harbor services industry on a proposed limited first class pilot's license for docking pilots.
Commercial Marine Engine Emission Standards Finalized
EPA Administrator Carol Browner signed a final rule establishing new emission standards for commercial marine diesel engines at or above 37 kW (approximately 50 hp).
Restraining Order Placed on Boat U.S.
A new contract was issued by Boat Owners Association of the U.S. (Boat U.S.) restricting its towing operators from also working with other towing associations. Vessel…
Restoration Settlement Reached for North Cape Oil Spill
The owner, operator and insurer of vessel North Cape have agreed to restock 1.24 million lobsters and pay $8 million to restore other natural resources injured by…
USCG Terminates Voyages
The USCG terminated the voyage of F/V Miss Betty T due to numerous major safety violations southeast of Beaufort Inlet, N.C. A boarding team from USCGC Point Warde boarded the 66-ft.
USCG Kicks Off Operation Safe Catch
The USCG has commenced Operation Safe Catch, an Atlantic Area commitment to improve commercial fishing vessel safety and prevent loss of life and property at sea.
USCG Reconvenes Formal Investigation
The USCG reconvened its one-person formal investigation to determine the cause of the sinking of F/V Cape Fear and the loss of two of its crewmen. F/V Cape Fear sank Jan.
Magnum Hunter Expands Gulf of Mexico Drilling Program
Magnum Hunter Resources, Inc. has significantly expanded its drilling program in the Gulf of Mexico through several recent acquisitions and the commitment of new capital.