Backlog of New Ethanol Barge Orders
According to reports, the logistics problems in the U.S. ethanol industry are expected to spread to waterborne transportation in the near future, industry sources said.
Moose Boats Awarded Contract for Patrol Boats
Francisco Bay Area, has been awarded a new contract from the U.S. twelve M2-35 Catamaran Patrol Boats. The contract totals approximately $5.1m with vessels to beā¦
MarAd to Present Shipper Award
MarAd Administration will present the Shipper Award to the Fluor Corporation of Aliso Viejo, Calif, for their continuing support of the United States Merchant Marine.
MarAd Recognizes National Maritime Day
In 1933, the U.S. Congress decreed May 22nd as National Maritime Day. Each year since then, May 22nd has become the day the United States observes its proud maritime heritageā¦
President Proclaims May 22 as National Maritime Day
The United States Merchant Marine plays an important role in ensuring our national security and strengthening our economy. As we celebrate National Maritime Dayā¦
NYT: Some Ships Get Coast Guard Tip Before Searches
The Saturday, May 20 edition of the New York Times includes an article stating that the US Coast Guard sometimes tips off commercial ships that the agency willā¦
Coast Guard Investigates Captain for Intoxication
The Coast Guard is investigating the captain of the cruise ship Mercury for operating a commercial vessel under the influence of alcohol in violation of Title 46, United States Code, Section 2302.
IMO- Extension of Service Intervals for an Inflatable Liferaft
The IMO issued a Circular forwarding a communication received from the Government of Denmark stating that the service interval for the new type of inflatable liferaftā¦
Vinashin Gets Nod for Restructuring
The Government Office announced a proposal to establish the Vietnam Shipbuilding Industry Economic Group (Vinashin Group) by restructuring the Viet Nam Shipbuildingā¦
SBM Offshore Raises Net Income Expectations
SBM Offshore N.V. announced that it has raised its 2006 net income expectations from the $165m originally forecast in January of this year to $185m. ā¢ net interestā¦
Port of Los Angeles Commits $3.12m to Projects
The Board of Harbor Commissioners this week approved spending $3.12 million over the next year on 16 customer projects aimed at reducing air emissions. In totalā¦
Port of Vancouver, USA Steps up to Biodiesel Challenge
The Port of Vancouver USA is one of the first ports in the nation to replace regular diesel fuel with environmentally-friendly biodiesel for use in its own vehicles and heavy equipment.
USCG Announces Next Award Term for ICGS
The U.S. Guard Systems (ICGS). ICGS, a joint venture of Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman , is currently performing in the base term. said Leo Mackay, ICGS president. base term.
Cunard's Queen Victoria Keel Laying Ceremony Takes Place in Italy
shipyard of Fincantieri near Venice, Italy. liner in the world, and QE2, the most famous ship in the world. the ship's hull. other equipment. The ceremony followsā¦
Better DredgesAcquires W&S Dredge Manufacturer
Better Dredges, Inc., an affiliate of Dredging Supply Company, Inc., recently acquired W&S Dredge Manufacturer, a Michigan-based manufacturer, to expand its dredge product line.
Northeast Gateway Energy Bridge LNG DWP
The Maritime Administration (MARAD) issued a Notice stating that the draft environmental impact statement (DEIS) for the Northeast Gateway Energy Bridge LLC liquefiedā¦
BAE Systems Norfolk Ship Repair Awarded Contract
BAE Systems Norfolk Ship Repair, Norfolk, Va., is being awarded a $27,947,320 cost-plus-award-fee contract for drydocking selected restricted availabilities andā¦
DieselHouse Opened by HRH Crown Prince Frederik
His Royal Highness Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark officially opened MAN B&W Dieselās new five-star attraction, DieselHouse, a technical and cultural experienceā¦
Cement Carrier Refloated Offshore of Ft. Lauderdale
The crew of the Spar Orion was able to refloat the vessel under the ship's power after running aground just west of the designated anchorage off Fort Lauderdale Beach, Fla.
Chief Engineer Indicted
The US Attorney for the Eastern District of Texas stated that the chief engineer of a foreign tanker has been indicted for conspiracy, making false statements, andā¦
