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From Commander, U.S. The Military Sealift Command’s (MSC) USNS Bob Hope (T-AKR 300) honored its late namesake by doing what Bob Hope would have wanted – supporting the troops.

29 Jul 2003

China Joins CSI

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security today announced that the People's Republic of China formally joined the Container Security Initiative (CSI). U.S. Customs…

01 Aug 2003

Trico Marine 2Q Results to be Issued

Trico Marine Services, Inc. has scheduled a press release and a conference call to discuss its earnings for the second quarter ended June 30, 2003. The earnings…

31 Jul 2003

A&P Tyne to Convert Ferry

A&P Tyne Limited has signed a contract with Mercy Ships Limited to convert a former Danish rail ferry now named Africa Mercy to a hospital ship for service in Africa.

05 Aug 2003

Mzamo Named Port Manager at Port of Richards Bay

Hlubi Mzamo, new port manager of the Port of Richards Bay, did not expect to find himself at the helm of the port with the largest cargo volumes in South Africa when…

04 Aug 2003

Senate Cuts 2 Navy Ships from Budget Request

budget request. from five to seven to shore up a rapidly sinking Navy. homeland,” said Cynthia Brown, President of ASA. smart business practices and acquisition…

06 Aug 2003

INTERTANKO Records Publicly Reported Tanker Incidents

To obtain a better understanding of tanker safety, INTERTANKO records publicly reported tanker incidents. The number so far this year has followed the positive improvement…

30 Oct 2001

Bouygues Offshore Announces Management Changes

Herve Le Bouc will now serve as Chairman of Bouygues Offshore and ETDE (Bouygues Construction's electrical contracting and networks subsidiary) while Jacques Leost…

21 Jul 2003

Seabulk Issues Second Quarter Guidance

depreciation, amortization and drydocking of approximately $16.2 million. amortization and drydocking of $16.6 million. $7,200 in West Africa, $3,600 in the Middle East and $5,200 in Southeast Asia.

18 Jul 2003

Seabulk Issues 2Q Guidance

Seabulk International, Inc. stated that, for the second quarter ended June 30, 2003, it expects to report revenue of at least $78 million, income from operations of at least $10.5 million…

17 Jul 2003

South Africa Joins CSI

The Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued a Press Release

20 Jan 2003

GlobalSantaFe's SCORE Up for December

Worldwide oil and gas drilling contractor GlobalSantaFe Corporation today reported that the company's worldwide SCORE, or Summary of Current Offshore Rig Economics…

20 Jan 2003

Seabulk Acquires Newbuild PSV

Seabulk International, Inc. has purchased and delivered o the Seabulk Africa, a newbuild UT-755L platform supply vessel (PSV) built at the Simek Shipyard in Norway. The 5,500-horsepower, 236-ft.

22 Jul 2003

Is the Offshore Boom Back?

Worldwide oil and gas drilling contractor GlobalSantaFe Corporation today reported that the company's worldwide SCORE, or Summary of Current Offshore Rig Economics…

15 Jan 2003

Seabulk Appoints New Head Of Offshore Division

Seabulk International, Inc. announced the appointment of Larry D. Francois as President of Seabulk Offshore, the Company's offshore marine services subsidiary, effective immediately. Mr.

15 Jan 2003

Marine Electronics:Thales Prepares to take the Market by Storm

Whether your philosophy is "less is more" or "bigger is better", Thales (pronounced "TAL-less") Navigation delivers both. Thales Navigation emanates from parent company Thales…

13 Jan 2003

Marine Communications:Sending Screws, Pistons and Lube Oil via Satellite

At the Rudolf Schepers shipping line based in Elsfleth in the Oldenburg region, shipping is a business with traditions. While the owners' grandfather sailed on inland waterways…

10 Jan 2003

Offshore:Offshore SCORE Drops in November

GlobalSantaFe Corp. reported that the company's worldwide SCORE, or Summary of Current Offshore Rig Economics, for November 2002 was down from the previous month's SCORE by 1.0 percent.

06 Jan 2003

STX Shipbuilding Gets $350M Order

STX Shipbuilding Co. of South Korea has received a $350 million order to build petrochemical product carriers from U.S.-based B&H Co. STX will build 12 46,000 dwt…

20 Dec 2002

M.V. !Gariep Arrives at Tyneside

The M.V. !Gariep has arrived at A&P’s Tyneside Hebburn Conversion Facility. The vessel departed Cape Town, South Africa on November 20 and will arrive Tyneside on December 23…

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Maritime Piracy

Posted to Maritime Reporter on November 20, 2023

The maritime piracy menace is an old one, but it continues to be a significant threat to the global trade and security of the seas. Piracy is a major challenge today, despite concerted efforts by international organizations to combat this illegal activity. New developments and persistent threats are shaping the current landscape.

Houthi Rockets Wreak Havoc on Middle East Container Shipping

Posted to Maritime Reporter TV ( by Greg Trauthwein ) on January 17, 2024

As the Houthis recklessly launch drone and missile attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea, carriers and shippers will pay as some marine traffic reroutes around South Africa. Peter Sand, Chief Analyst, Xeneta, discusses with Maritime Reporter TV the cost of the crisis as well as shipping strategies to consider now.

Narco-Submarines: The Hidden Depths of Drug Trafficking

Posted to Maritime Reporter on July 29, 2024

Narco-submarines, the clandestine vessels used by drug traffickers, represent one of the most sophisticated and elusive methods of smuggling drugs across international waters. These semi-submersible and fully submersible crafts are a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of criminal organizations in circumventing law enforcement efforts. This article delves into the history, construction, operation, and interdiction of narco-submarines, highlighting their impact on global drug trafficking.

Drug Smuggling on Ships and Submarines: An Escalating Threat

Posted to Maritime Reporter on July 29, 2024

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.

Maersk revises profit forecast upwards due to robust demand and disruptions in the Red Sea.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 3, 2024

Shipping group Maersk raised its full-year earnings guidance after reporting first-quarter incomes on Thursday, citing strong demand and higher freight rates as ships cruise for longer to avoid dispute in the Red Sea.The business, viewed as a barometer of world trade…

Global Shipping Carriers Are Feeling the Impact of the War in Ukraine and the Middle East

Posted to Maritime Reporter on March 5, 2024

War tensions in both Ukraine and the Middle East have had an increasingly disruptive effect on the global shipping market. As the ongoing conflicts in these regions continue, the impact has had a butterfly effect on maritime trade, shipping routes…

Maritime Piracy in the Horn of Africa:

Posted to Maritime Reporter on July 26, 2024

The Horn of Africa, strategically positioned at the nexus of global trade routes, has long faced the specter of maritime piracy. The waters off Somalia, in particular, have been notorious for piracy incidents that have disrupted international shipping, imperiled seafarers, and prompted multinational military responses. This region's unique combination of socio-economic, political, and geographic factors has engendered a breeding ground for modern piracy, posing complex challenges for the international community

Houthis Declare All-Out War on Israeli Shipping, Vowing to Strike Beyond Red Sea

Posted to Maritime Reporter ( by Maritime Reporter & Engineering News / Reuters ) on May 21, 2024

In a chilling televised address, Abdulmalik al-Houthi, the leader of Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels, has issued a dire warning to the world: all vessels bound for Israeli ports, regardless of their location, will now be considered legitimate targets.

Injustice at Sea: Greek Court Drops Charges in Deadly Migrant Shipwreck