Aviation Services News

Crowley Hires Jadotte as SVP of Government Relations

Marcus Jadotte has joined Crowley as senior vice president of government relations, leading the company’s advocacy activities across all its businesses.Jadotte will spearhead the company’s continuing advocacy for laws and regulations that support the domestic maritime industry, while expanding awareness of Crowley’s growing defense and civilian government services among federal, state and local officials. He will be based in Washington, D.C.Jadotte comes to Crowley after his tenure as vice president of federal government relations at Raytheon Technologies.

Navico Makes its Commercial Push

Marine electronics group Navico, a literal ‘house of brands’ for the recreational, sail, power and commercial marine markets, is making a strong push in the commercial sector with its Simrad brand. The ascension of Navico in recreational marine electronics business – an estimated $1 billion market globally – was fast and furious, growing from roughly 7% of the global market in 2005 to nearly 30% in 2007, standing steady at about 35% today, fueled by a strategy built on the acquisition of strong brands mixed with organic growth.

Swire Oilfield Services Plans More SE Asia Investments

Swire Oilfield Services, global supplier of cargo carrying solutions, modular systems, offshore aviation services and fluid management says it plans to further invest in Southeast Asia with the development of three new operational yards and the arrival of new rental equipment to its fleet. The company, which established its first Southeast Asia base in Singapore in 2010 and has since opened further bases across the region, is the largest supplier of DNV certified cargo carrying units in the Southeast Asia market. To better meet increasing customer demand in the region, the company has invested more than $10 million USD by expanding its cargo carrying unit rental fleet and further developing operating bases in Myanmar, Malaysia and Thailand.

Loss of MH370: Inmarsat Offer Free Global Tracking

In advance of the conference on aircraft tracking currently being hosted by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) in Montreal, Inmarsat has confirmed that it has proposed to ICAO a free global airline tracking service over the Inmarsat network, as part of the anticipated adoption of further aviation safety service measures by the world’s airlines following the loss of flight MH370. This service is being offered to all 11,000 commercial passenger aircraft, which are already equipped with an Inmarsat satellite connection, virtually 100 per cent of the world’s long haul commercial fleet. In addition to this free global airline tracking service…

Swire Appoints Head of U.K. Operations

Swire Oilfield Services, a global provider of cargo carrying solutions, modular systems, offshore aviation services and fluid management, has appointed Bob Smith as its new head of operations for the U.K. Mr. Smith will oversee all operational activity of the U.K. bases and continue to build on the company’s commitment to process improvement and people development. He will also be responsible for driving growth in the operational function in the U.K., which incorporates the company’s new sling manufacturing and maintenance service.

Equiom Passes Recruitment and Placement Inspection

Equiom Marine and Aviation Services (Jersey) Limited (EMAS) announced that the company recently passed the Lloyds Inspection for Seafarer Recruitment and Placement. The inspection, which is undertaken by an external agency, Lloyd’s Register, evaluates compliance to relevant maritime legislation as laid down by the Maritime Labor Convention (MLC), 2006. In this instance, Equiom were required to demonstrate compliance to Regulation 1.4 of the MLC. This regulation focuses on ensuring that seafarers have access to efficient and well-regulated seafarer recruitment and placement services, therefore aspects of crew and vessel information as well as control and verification procedures formed part of the inspection undertaken.

Swire Oilfield Services Strengthens East African Presence

Swire Oilfield Services, a global supplier of cargo carrying solutions, modular systems, offshore aviation services and fluid management, is strengthening its newly established presence in Kenya, East Africa with the appointment of Dan Davies as the new commercial manager. Dan will be responsible for the commercial activity across East Africa and further developing business in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Madagascar and the wider East African region. The opening of an office in Kenya and the appointment of Dan comes as part of an overall growth strategy for Swire Oilfield Services in East Africa.

Swire Oilfield Services Opens New Headquarters

Swire Oilfield Services, a global supplier of cargo carrying solutions, modular systems, offshore aviation services and fluid management, has officially opened its new £4 million global headquarters in Aberdeen. The new headquarters are part of an overall investment in the business of £50 million this year to support the company’s international business development strategy. Swire Oilfield Services currently employs 750 people globally and expects to further increase its workforce by approximately 30% over the next 12 months.

SEACOR Holdings 2Q 2012 Results

SEACOR Holdings Announces Results for the Second Quarter Ended June 30, 2012. SEACOR Holdings Inc. (NYSE: CKH) announced its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2012. Net income attributable to SEACOR Holdings Inc. for the quarter ended June 30, 2012 was $11.2 million, or $0.54 per diluted share, including a net loss from discontinued operations of $0.4 million, or $0.02 per diluted share. For the six months ended June 30, 2012, net income attributable to SEACOR Holdings Inc. was $47.7 million, or $2.29 per diluted share, including net income from discontinued operations of $19.0 million, or $0.92 per diluted share. On March 16…

Swire Oilfield Services Expands Brazilian Operations

Swire Oilfield Services (Swire), the global supplier of cargo carrying solutions, modular systems, offshore aviation services and fluid management has officially opened two new facilities in the Macaé region of Rio de Janeiro state, Brazil. The establishment of the new facilities in this key strategic hub for the oil and gas industry is part of the company’s long-term growth plan that will see Swire Oilfield Services expand its presence across South America. Located in Macaé,…

Swire Offshore Opens Singapore Office

Raymond Lim Siang Keat, Member of the Singaporean Parliament for East Coast GRC, officially opened Swire Oilfield Services Regional headquarters for Asia Pacific in Singapore on January 17, 2012. The establishment of the new regional office in this key strategic hub for the oil and gas industry is part of the company’s long term growth plan and will see Swire Oilfield Services develop an important presence in South-East Asia and beyond. The company, which is the leading global provider of offshore cargo carrying units…

$23m Contracts Awarded to Great Lakes Shipyard

Caribbean Tugz, LLC, an affiliate of SEACOR Holdings, Inc., Fort Lauderdale, Florida has awarded Great Lakes Shipyard, Cleveland, Ohio vessel construction contracts to simultaneously build two new state-of-the-art 50-ton bollard pull ASD tugboats to be used for ship docking and escort operations at the Hovensa Oil Refinery in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. The contracts’ total price of the new tugs is $23 million. Design and construction are to start immediately, and the tugs are scheduled for completion in early 2013.

SEACOR Q4 Results

SEACOR Holdings Inc. (NYSE: CKH) announced its results for the fourth quarter of 2009. Net income attributable to SEACOR Holdings Inc. for the quarter ended December 31, 2009 was $22.2 million, or $1.04 per diluted share, on operating revenues of $476.5 million. During the fourth quarter, the Company called and settled all of its outstanding 2.875% Convertible Senior Debentures due 2024 resulting in a debt extinguishment loss of $6.1 million, net of tax, or $0.26 per diluted share. For the preceding quarter ended September 30, 2009, net income attributable to SEACOR Holdings Inc. was $26.3 million, or $1.23 per diluted share, on operating revenues of $446.1 million. For the twelve months ended December 31, 2009, net income attributable to SEACOR Holdings Inc.

Seacor Holdings Q2 Results

Seacor Holdings Inc. (NYSE: CKH) announced net income attributable to its stockholders for the second quarter ended June 30, 2009 of $42.3 million, or $1.91 per diluted share, on operating revenues of $389.2 million. For the six months ended June 30, 2009, net income attributable to SEACOR Holdings Inc. was $95.3 million, or $4.27 per diluted share, on operating revenues of $788.7 million. For the quarter ended June 30, 2008, net income attributable to SEACOR Holdings Inc. was $37.1 million, or $1.57 per diluted share, on operating revenues of $409.0 million. For the six months ended June 30, 2008, net income attributable to SEACOR Holdings Inc. was $73.7 million, or $3.06 per diluted share, on operating revenues of $763.4 million.

Seacor Holdings 1Q Results

Seacor Holdings Inc. announced net income attributable to its stockholders for the first quarter ended March 31, 2009 of $53 million, or $2.36 per diluted share, on operating revenues of $399.5 million. For the quarter ended March 31, 2008, net income attributable to SEACOR Holdings Inc. was $36.6 million, or $1.50 per diluted share, on operating revenues of $354.5 million. For the preceding quarter ended December 31, 2008, net income attributable to Seacor Holdings Inc. was $70.5 million, or $3.11 per diluted share, on operating revenues of $454.9 million. Comparison of results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2009 with the preceding quarter ended December 31, 2008 is included in the discussion below.

SEACOR Announces 3Q Results

For the quarter ended September 30, 2007, net income was $70.3 million, or $2.66 per diluted share, on operating revenues of $359.9 million. For the nine months ended September 30, 2007, net income was $173.7 million, or $6.44 per diluted share, on operating revenues of $996.1 million. Net income for the preceding quarter ended June 30, 2008 was $38.4 million, or $1.57 per diluted share, on operating revenues of $409.0 million. Comparison of results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008 with the preceding quarter ended June 30, 2008 is included in the discussion below. Offshore Marine Services -- Operating income in the third…

Kelly Sworn in as Deputy Under Secretary of Commerce at NOAA

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SEACOR SMIT Changes Name to SEACOR Holdings Inc.

SEACOR SMIT Inc. announced that the change of its name to "SEACOR Holdings Inc." became effective at 12:01 a.m. on March 15, 2004. The ticker symbol and CUSIP number for the Company's common stock will remain unchanged. Holders of stock certificates bearing the name "SEACOR SMIT Inc." may continue to hold them and will not be required to exchange them for new stock certificates or take any other action. In addition, the Company's Internet website URL will change to http://www.seacorholdings.com. SEACOR and its subsidiaries are engaged in the operation of a diversified fleet of offshore support vessels that service oil and gas exploration and development activities in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, the North Sea, West Africa, Asia, Latin America and other international regions.

Jeppesen Launches Marine Business Unit

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Boeing Concludes Purchase of C-Map

The Boeing Company announced it has concluded its purchase of C-Map, a leading provider of digital maritime cartography, data services and other navigational information. C-Map will become a part of Jeppesen’s marine division. Jeppesen is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Boeing Commercial Aviation Services.

Boeing Completes Purchase of C-Map

Boeing Co. (BA) completed its purchase of C-Map, a provider of digital maritime cartography with operations in Italy, the U.K., Norway, Poland, Russia, Ukraine, Australia and the U.S. Financial terms weren't disclosed, and Boeing said the deal won't affect its financial guidance. C-Map will become part of Jeppesen's marine division. Jeppesen is a wholly owned subsidiary of Boeing Commercial Aviation Services. Source: MarketWatch

Boeing to Acquire C-Map

The Boeing Company reached an agreement to acquire C-Map, a leading provider of digital maritime cartography, data services and other navigational information. C-Map will become a part of Jeppesen's marine division. Jeppesen is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Boeing Commercial Aviation Services. "We are excited about adding C-Map to Jeppesen's existing portfolio of marine information solutions," said Lou Mancini, vice president and general manager of Commercial Aviation Services. "C-Map complements Jeppesen's strategic direction," said Mark Van Tine, Jeppesen president and chief operating officer. "It blends well with our existing marine initiatives, and complements our long-standing competencies as an information solutions provider.

APS Management Restructured

Associated British Ports Holdings Plc is reorganizing top management at its American Port Services subsidiary, including appointing Douglas Tipton as head of the Seaport container terminal division. Tipton has been president and chief executive officer of U.S. shipping firm Contship Containerlines Inc for the past three years. He has extensive experience of the container industry, having also worked at Mitsui OSK, Maersk and Sea-Land. Seaport will become one business unit under his leadership, with all U.S. terminals reporting to him. Ozzie Moore will continue to head the U.S. aviation services division Amport. Moore and Tipton will report directly to ABP's chief executive Bo Lerenius. As a result, Tim Chadwick, chief executive of APS, will be leaving the group.