NORSHIPCO Gets $5.7M for Conversion
Norfolk Shipbuilding & Drydocking Corp. for the conversion of fast combat support ship USNS Arctic. USNS Arctic was transferred from U.S. the Military Sealift Command fleet. systems. $6,750,897.
Global to Install Platforms and Pipelines for ChevronTexaco
Global Industries, Ltd. announced its subsidiary Global Industries Limited Mauritius has executed a contract to undertake platform and pipeline installation work…
Fontaine Appointed as Head of Government Relations at NMMA
Monita W. Fontaine has been appointed Vice President of Government Relations for the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), working in the Washington D.C. office.
Eagle Arrives in Port Everglades
The Coast Guard Cutter Barque Eagle will arrive in Port Everglades Friday at noon. The Eagle began its seven-day trip to Dania, Fla., after departing Nassau, Bahamas, June 14.
USCG Recognizes Celebrity For Environmental Excellence
The United States Coast Guard has recognized Celebrity Cruises for its superior environmental operations by awarding the cruise line its 2002 William M. Benkert Award For Environmental Excellence.
SRM Produces Innovative Three Function Tank Gauging System
Saab Rosemount Marine recently released a new innovative 3-in-1 tank gauging solution–groundbreaking technique for improved performance. The new 3-in-1 solution for level gauging…
Carnival Reports 2Q Results
Carnival Corporation reported net income of $194.2 million on revenues of $989.2 million for its second quarter ended May 31, 2002, compared to net income of $187…
Coast Guard Places New Orders with Offshore Systems
Offshore Systems International Ltd., a marine electronic navigation company with a strong defense niche, announced today that it has received $1.4 million in new orders from the U.S.
Four Abducted From Tug in Philippines
On June 17, seven armed men who abducted the master, chief officer, chief engineer and 2nd officer boarded the Singapore registered tugboat, SM 88. SM88, owned by…
The Netherlands To Recover Aid
The European Commission decided that the Netherlands shall recover maritime transport aid granted to Dutch port and inland waterway towage operations carried out in the Union.
USCG Issues Notice
The U.S. barges operating on certain Lake Michigan routes came into effect on June 20, 2002. Owners or operators of dry cargo river barges desiring to operate on…
Shipbuilding Clause to Shore Up Government Defense policy
Senior Defense Minister Lord Bach told unions and MPs yesterday that a vital clause would be put on all future defense contracts guaranteeing that all sub contracting work will be done in the U.K.
DOT Grants Will Help Enhance Security Measures
Seaport security grants totaling $92.3 million announced by Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Norman Mineta on June 17 will help provide urgently needed…
OceanConnect and Starsupply Launch Hedging Service
OceanConnect President Thomas Reilly today announced the launch of a new risk management service aimed at helping shipowners and suppliers protect their profits.
Kongsberg Simrad and ABB Team Up
Kongsberg Simrad AS and ABB AS have entered a worldwide cooperation agreement on joint marketing, sales and technology development to marine and offshore vessels.