Wednesday, April 01, 2009 Maritime News

Higgins, Great Lakes Legislator of the Year

Apr 01, 2009

Congressman Brian M. Higgins (D-NY) has been honored for his support of Great Lakes shipping by the largest coalition representing the industry.  The Congressman

Conrad Industries Announces 2008 Results

Apr 01, 2009

Conrad Industries, Inc. (OTC Pink Sheets: CNRD.PK) announced its fourth quarter and twelve months 2008 results. For the quarter ended December 31, 2008, Conrad had net income of $7.

St. Lawrence Seaway Celebrates 50 Years

Apr 01, 2009

The St. Lawrence Seaway celebrated its 50th anniversary on March 31, at the St. Lambert Lock.  Inaugurated in 1959 by Queen Elizabeth II and President Eisenhower

Revised MARPOL Annex VI, NOx Tech. Code

Apr 01, 2009

A new publication is now available from IMO Publications on the revised international regulations on preventing and reducing harmful emissions from ships, such as sulphur oxides (SOx),

New Crowley Vessels Keep Coming

Apr 01, 2009

In the first of several vessel deliveries over the next few weeks, Crowley christened and launched its newest heavy-lift series deck barge, the 455-4, Saturday

Pirate Hunter HDMS Absalon Returns Home

Apr 01, 2009

Following an eight-month deployment, Sailors aboard HDMS Absalon (L-16) are returning home to Denmark. Absalon spent the last time of their deployment participating

USS Boxer, Counterpiracy in Gulf of Aden

Apr 01, 2009

In a show of international sea power in the Gulf of Aden, seven nations representing three task forces coordinated efforts to pursue a skiff after the pirates on board opened fire on a German oiler,

RBR Appoints More Agents in Europe

Apr 01, 2009

RBR has added DenAr and GWM-Engineering to its portfolio of representatives. DenAr (www.den-ar.com) and GWM-Engineering (www.gwm-engineering.fi) market and support

EDF, EPA in Action to Counter Shipping Pollution

Apr 01, 2009

The Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) announced its support for the request by the U.S. government to protect against global shipping pollution generated by large ocean-going ships.

New Brass Ball Valve from Wabtec

Apr 01, 2009

Wabtec Corporation (NYSE:WAB) introduced two new lines of brass ball valve products to serve a variety of industrial markets, including Oil and Gas, LP Gas and Chemical Manufacturing.

CG Foundation Honors USCG Eighth District

Apr 01, 2009

The Coast Guard Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to the education, welfare and morale of all Coast Guard members and their families, announced that

CMA CGM (America) Promotes Di Caprio

Apr 01, 2009

CMA CGM (America) LLC announced that Michael Di Caprio has been promoted to District Sales Manager.  In his new role, Di Caprio will be responsible for overseeing sales in northern Texas,

Key Elements of Yacht Insurance, Q&A

Apr 01, 2009

Accidents happen. That comes as no surprise to those in the insurance industry, but what may be a surprise is the fact that the majority of maritime accidents occur

This Day in Naval History – April 1

Apr 01, 2009

1893 - Navy General Order 409 of 25 February 1893 establishes the rate of Chief Petty Officer as of this date. 1917 - Boatswain's Mate 1/c John I. Eopolucci,

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