Monday, December 15, 2008 Maritime News

UK – Brownout Leads to Allision

Dec 15, 2008

The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) issued the summary of its preliminary examination of the allision of a ro-ro passenger ferry with a linkspan in the Port of Calais on 29 August 2008.

Report on Collision Death off Pt. Reyes

Dec 15, 2008

On Dec. 10, the U.S. Coast Guard released the results of two investigations. One report outlines the causes of the July 13, 2007 fatal collision between a cargo

USCG – Marine Safety Performance

Dec 15, 2008

The US Coast Guard released its Marine Safety Performance Plan for FY 2009-2014. The plan addresses the goals of: (1) reducing the risk of marine casualties;

EPA – Civil Penalty Inflation Adjustment

Dec 15, 2008

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a final rule adjusting for inflation its civil monetary penalties for violations of regulations that EPA enforces.

ASA - New Advisory Council Officers

Dec 15, 2008

The American Shipbuilding Association (ASA) announced the election of four new Partner Advisory Council officers for calendar years 2009 and 2010.  They were elected

IMO - New IMDG Code

Dec 15, 2008

A new edition of the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code, the standard guide to all aspects of handling dangerous goods and marine pollutants in sea transport,

Lakes Coal Surges in November

Dec 15, 2008

Coal shipments on the Great Lakes totaled 4.1 million net tons in November, an increase of 21 percent compared to a year ago. Shipments were also up nearly 7 compared to the month’s 5-year average.

Royal Caribbean - Amaral Dir. Brazil Ops

Dec 15, 2008

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. has selected Brazilian cruise industry veteran Ricardo Amaral as managing director of its operations in Brazil. In the newly created position,

Comms Balloon Tested Aboard USS Boxer

Dec 15, 2008

Members of the Arizona Air National Guard embarked aboard USS Boxer (LHD 4) demonstrated an advanced communication platform, the Combat SkySat balloon Dec. 5. The

First RAstar Class Tugs Enter Service

Dec 15, 2008

A unique new design of high performance terminal/escort tug has just entered service at the Dragon LNG terminal in Milford Haven, U.K., under the Svitzer flag. 

DuraMobile Computer Receives Approval

Dec 15, 2008

Comark Corporation, designer and manufacturer of custom computer solutions for the marine, military, industrial, and commercial markets, received type approval

Navy to Christen Submarine New Mexico

Dec 15, 2008

The Navy christened its newest attack submarine, New Mexico, Saturday, Dec. 13, 2008, during a 10 a.m. EST ceremony at Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding, Newport News, Va.

Crowley Presents USMMA Scholarships

Dec 15, 2008

In an effort to ensure the next generation of career mariners is the best in their fields, Crowley presented four exemplary United States Merchant Marine Academy students with Thomas B.

Seigal Appointed VP at Zodiak

Dec 15, 2008

Zodiac of North America, Inc., manufacturer of military and commercial inflatable boats and rigid-hull inflatable boats (RIBs), has hired Commander (Ret.) Steve

Titan - Schwall VP, Reed General Manager

Dec 15, 2008

Titan Salvage, Crowley Maritime Corporation's salvage and wreck removal company, announced that Dan Schwall has been promoted to vice president and Phil Reed has been promoted to general manager,

Multraship Refloats Grounded Barge

Dec 15, 2008

Netherlands-based towage and salvage specialist Multraship reported on Dec. 8 that it had successfully refloated the Stema Barge II after the 443 ft long vessel

This Day in Naval History – Dec. 15

Dec 15, 2008

1943 - Bureau of Naval Personnel Circular Letter on non-discrimination in Navy V-12 program. 1944 - Congress appoints first three of four Fleet Admirals. 1965

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