Ship Repair
All ships need maintenance and repairs. Many repair and maintanance operations can be performed at sea or by the crew in port. Complicated or large-scale repairs might require the ship to be removed from commercial operation. Classification Society supervision is required for most large-scale repairs, particularly those carried out in a ship repair yard. For oceangoing ships, particularly tankers, the ship has to be prepared for repair at a Deballasting Station. The tank must be thoroughly cleaned and its slops (grey water and hydrocarbon residues) must be pumped ashore according to environmental regulations.
Seaspan Boosts Investment in Automated Welding Technology
Seaspan Shipyards has announced a $5 million investment in Novarc Technologies Inc.…
U.S. Navy Needs to Rethink Private Sector Industrial Base Investments
The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) has published a report indicating…
SCA’s Paxton Testifies to Congress on Bolstering U.S. Shipbuilding Base
[The following are exerpts and paraphrasing from testimony given by Matthew O. Paxton…
Maersk Partners With Cochin Shipyard
A.P. Moller - Maersk and Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) have signed a Memorandum of…
Dales Marine Services Appoints McLean
Dales Marine Services (DMS) appointed Euan McLean as its new Business Development Manager.
Japanese Firms Use Laser Tech for Rust and Coating Removal from Vessels
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), MOL Drybulk, Furukawa Electric, and Tsuneishi Shipbuilding…
BAE Systems Ship Repair Begins Making Submarine Components
BAE Systems won a contract by General Dynamics Electric Boat for deck module fabrication…
Interview: Lane Richards, Everett Ship Repair
Lane Richards has worked in the maritime industry for 22 years. He began his career…
Floating Dock Set to Position Takoradi as Ship Repair Hub
Specialist provider of offshore support services, Interocean Marine Services is supporting…
Alabama Shipyard to Repair USACE's Largest Hopper Dredge Wheeler
Mobile, Ala. ship repair yard Alabama Shipyard has been awarded a contract to repair the U.S.
Titan Taps Francesco Valente to Succeed Jim Marcotuli as CEO
Titan, a ship repair and fabrication company with yards on the U.S. West and East Coasts…
ASRY Lays First Keel in Bapco Refining’s Barges Project
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Pods are devices which combine both propulsive and steering functions in one device. They are usually located below the stern of a ship, making use of the following internal components: a fix pitch propeller, shaft, thrust and support bearings…
The maritime industry, a crucial pillar of global trade, has always grappled with the challenge of piracy. Over the past few decades, the nature of piracy has dramatically evolved, and new technologies have become a double-edged sword. On one hand, they offer improved safety and navigation capabilities; on the other, they provide pirates with unprecedented tools that enhance their capacity for disruption, theft, and violence. Let's delve into the growing threat of new technologies in maritime piracy and the implications for global maritime security.
Drug smuggling has long been a lucrative enterprise for criminal organizations worldwide. With the increasing sophistication of law enforcement agencies and border controls, smugglers are continuously adapting their methods. One of the most challenging trends to combat is the use of ships and submarines to transport illicit drugs across international waters. This article explores the methods, routes, and challenges associated with maritime drug smuggling.
The maritime industry is on the brink of a revolutionary transformation with the advent of autonomous ships. These vessels, capable of operating without human intervention, represent a significant leap forward in technology, promising to reshape the future of global shipping. Autonomous ships, also known as unmanned vessels, are designed to navigate and perform various operational tasks using advanced sensors, artificial intelligence (AI), and communication systems. This innovation is set to enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability in the maritime sector.
All ships need maintenance and repairs. Many repair and maintanance operations can be performed at sea or by the crew in port. Complicated or large-scale repairs might require the ship to be removed from commercial operation. Classification…
