Wärtsilä Webinar on Making Best Use of Scarce Resources
The Webinar, titled 'Performance Optimisation for the Merchant Marine Market' is freely available to all on 29, November 2012. In todayâs marine market a difficultâŠ
Clipper Projects Heads Up New MPP Ship Pool
Denmark-based Clipper Projects sets up multi-purpose (MPP) pool, which will form an integrated part of the current Clipper Projects MPP fleet. The new pool will initially comprise 14 x 15-20âŠ
Heavy Lift Ship Tests Port Rupert Pilots
Prince Rupert Port Authority, BC, saw the safe arrival of equipment integral to its coal export operations aboard 'HHL Macao'. The stacker/reclaimer unit, for delivery to Ridley Terminals Inc. is considered important for the planned expansion of coal export operations. The successful arrival of the vessel and subsequent movement of the stacker/reclaimer components required a wide-ranging team effort. The Prince Rupert Port Authority collaborated with ship's agent Peter Riley of G.W.
Vendée Globe Challenge Leader Through the Doldrums?
Is leading yacht 'Armel Le Cléacâh' (Banque Populaire) through the Doldrums already? You might think so looking at the speeds. Earlier Le Cléacâh was making just 1.8 knots but now heâs flying along at 9.1 knots and has headed south-west. In the only change since the last ranking at 1600hrs (French time), Jean-Pierre Dick (Virbac-Paprec 3) moved past Francois Gabart (Macif) into second â albeit with only 0.9 miles between them - and was averaging 5 knots compared to Gabartâs 3.3.
BAE Launch UK Apprentice Training Initiative
BAE Systems pilot initiative in conjunction with UK business sector agencies will train 50 engineering apprentices for companies in NW England. Interested supplier companies attended a conference at the firmâs Apprentice Training Centre in Preston where the 50 young people will be trained. The successful candidates will receive a sought-after three-year apprenticeship in engineering from BAE beforeâŠ
Ethanol Safety Seminar Scheduled in Fort Worth, Texas
The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) & Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Railway to co-host a free Ethanol Safety Seminar on Nov. 29, 2012. The seminar willâŠ
U.S. Coast Guard Participates in Costa Concordia Investigation
The U.S. Coast Guard, joined by the National Transportation Safety Board, will be part of an Italian-led marine casualty investigation into the January 2012 groundingâŠ
Fairmount Fuji Assists Octomar Dive Team
Fairmount Marineâs multipurpose support vessel Fairmount Fuji has supported Angolan maritime service provider Octomar Serviços Maritimos in underwater maintenance of the drilling rig Transocean Rather. The Fairmount Fuji hosted and assisted a diving team of Octomar during the six weeks job offshore Angola. The Fairmount Fuji is a multipurpose support vessel with a spacious aft deck of 280 square meters and with towing capabilities.
Germanischer Lloyd Gives Nod to CORSAIR TVR v.2
Baker Lyman's software is only approved Towing Vessel Record. Classification giant Germanischer Lloyd (GL) granted Type-Approval to Baker, Lyman & Co (BL) for their cutting-edge Towing Vessel Record software, CORSAIR TVR v.2, effective November 1, 2012. The software Type-Approval by Germanischer Lloyd solidifies CORSAIR TVR v.2's position as the exclusive regulatorily defined record-keeping process for Sub-Chapter M.
Retlif To Help Test Ballast Water Technology
Retlif Testing Laboratories is part of a partnership to evaluate and test technologies designed to treat ballast water on board ships against non-native aquatic species in American coastal waters, lakes and rivers. The U.S. Coast Guard developed regulations to limit the release of live organisms and to reduce the risks associated with the spread of aquatic invasive species. Ballast water management system manufacturers (BWMS) will apply to NSF International and the U.S.
Conference Pushes Ratification of MLC, 2006
Panelists say U.S. may be at competitive disadvantage by not adopting âMLC, 2006â. Panelists at a major symposium on an international maritime agreement today said the U.S.
MTN Launches NEXUS
The advent of maritime communications is at a crossroads of sorts, with increased demand for connectivity that mirrors land-based performance, but still stuck at a price point which makes this reality too costly. The situation is particularly poignant onboard modern cruise ships, packed with thousands of passengers and crew that want and need to stay connected. Enter MTN Satellite Communications which today announced the launch of its MTN NexusâŠ
New Wireless Headset Communication Systems
David Clark Company Series 9900 Wireless Headset Communication Systems is designed to provide maximum freedom and mobility, without being tethered to the vessel. Communication is clear and safety is dramatically improved. Ideal for a wide variety of work boats, tugs, towboats, barges, ferries, harbor patrol and Coast Guard vessels, as well as go-fast and high-performance watercraft. Series 9900 systems consist of weather-tight components including noise-attenuating headsetsâŠ
$50m More for $650m Port Deepening Project
Gov. Nathan Deal has announced that as part of his FY2014 budget proposal, he will seek an additional $50 million in funding for the Savannah Harbor Expansion ProjectâŠ
GD: $89m for Virginia-class Submarine Work
General Dynamics Electric Boat has been awarded an $88.8 million contract modification by the U.S. Navy to provide research and development and lead-yard servicesâŠ
ABS, CSBC Corp., Sign Agreement
Partnership will pioneer technical developments for marine, offshore industries. ABS signed a strategic cooperation agreement with CSBC Corp., Taiwan (CSBC) toâŠ
Hydroid Breaks Ground on New Facility
Hydroid has broken ground and begun construction on its new manufacturing and applied research facility in Pocasset, MA. âOutgrowing our old space gave us the opportunity to design a facility that will protect the environment and keep Cape Cod the wonderful place it is today, all while creating great jobs,â said Chris von Alt, Hydroid's president and CEO. The new headquarters, located just a short distance away from Hydroidâs current home, has 40,000 square feet of floor space.
GlobeMobile Surpasses One Million GSM Minutes per Month
Globe Wireless has announced it has reached a significant milestone, surpassing one million GSM minutes per month. Since its launch in April 2009, GlobeMobile hasâŠ
Northern Marine Expands Management Team
Northern Marine, a builder of long-range expedition yachts, luxury craft and commercial boats, has announced the expansion of its management team. Jan KallshianâŠ
Coast Guard Foundation Initiates Fund Drive
The Coast Guard Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to the education, welfare and morale of all Coast Guard members and their families, has announced that it is launching a fundraising campaign to support Coast Guard members and their families who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Working closely with the Coast Guard, the Coast Guard Foundation will distribute funds to Coast Guard members who are stationed in the affected areas of MarylandâŠ
