Thursday, May 25, 2006 Maritime News

Integrated Maritime Auditor (ISM/ISPS) Training

May 25, 2006

This three-day classroom course, which is a combined ISM Code familiarization, ISPS Code familiarization, and internal auditor course will help students develop

ADCB, GEM sign $100m deal

May 25, 2006

According to reports, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB ) has granted a loan of $100m to Gulf Energy Maritime (GEM) PJSC, a Product / Chemical tanker Company. The

LR Secures USCG Authorization

May 25, 2006

The US Coast Guard (USCG) has authorised Lloyd’s Register to act on its behalf for issuance of the Document of Compliance for US-flagged ships carrying dangerous goods.

Eurofin expands Merlin Tankers

May 25, 2006

Eurofin, the specialist ship finance adviser, has launched its specialist ship investment fund vehicle, Merlin Tankers Inc. The new company has purchased two 38,

Aalborg Strengthens O&G Position

May 25, 2006

Aalborg Industries signed a binding agreement to acquire the Australian company Gosfern Pty Ltd. Gosfern's core competence lies within combustion technology and related control and safety systems.

East Timor Awards Six O&G Contracts

May 25, 2006

The East Timor government has awarded five offshore oil and gas contract areas to Italy's Eni SpA and one area to India's Reliance Industries Ltd through a tender, according to a report from Forbes.

Port of Houston Increases Security Spending

May 25, 2006

The Port of Houston Authority will reportedly spend $1.1 million more on security improvements that include cameras, lights and fences, according to a report in the Houston Chronicle.

Korean Shipbuilding Profits Surge

May 25, 2006

Korean shipbuilders are enjoying high financial times, powered by historically high ship prices and recent steel price reductions. Hyundai Heavy Industries Co.

Resolve Marine Assists in Sinking USS Oriskany

May 25, 2006

With a blast that echoed across the waters of the Gulf of Mexico, the USS Oriskany began her 36-minute-long descent into the depths of the blue waters some 25 miles off the coast of Pensacola, Fla.

Qatar Orders LNG Carriers

May 25, 2006

Qatar Gas Transport Company (Nakilat) signed a contract with two South Korean shipbuilding giants to construct the world's largest liquified natural gas (LNG) carriers at a cost of $2.

Northwest Cutter Takes First at Buoy Tender Roundup

May 25, 2006

The Coast Guard Cutter Bluebell, a 100-ft. Inland Buoy Tender homeported in Portland, Ore., has won the Golden Swivel Award at this year's West Coast Aids to Navigation

Eurofin Expands Merlin Tankers

May 25, 2006

Eurofin, the specialist ship finance adviser, has launched its specialist ship investment fund vehicle, Merlin Tankers Inc. The new company has purchased two 38,

Vice President Thanks ESG 1 Sailors and Marines

May 25, 2006

Vice President Dick Cheney spoke to approximately 3,200 Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) 1 Sailors, Marines and family members on May 23. While aboard USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6),

Six Countries Plan Asian Naval Security Drill

May 25, 2006

Reuters has reported that six countries including Japan, China, South Korea and the United States are to hold a series of joint maritime exercises, just weeks

Qatar Orders World’s Largest LNG Ships

May 25, 2006

Qatar Gas Transport Company (Nakilat) signed a contract with two South Korean shipbuilders to construct the world's largest liquified natural gas (LNG) carriers at a cost of $2.

Coast Guard Recognizes Heroic Mariners

May 25, 2006

Capt. Joseph Keiffer Jr.(center) is awarded the Coast Guard Meritorious Public Service Award by Rear Adm. Robert F. Duncan, Eighth Coast Guard District commander,

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