Positive Results for P&I Club
The 'A' rated North of England P&I club achieved another positive renewal on 20 February 2005 with healthy year-on-year increases in tonnage, premiums and deductibles.
Spain Introduces New Military Shipbuilder
The new Spanish military shipbuilder, Navantia, has been unveiled by Pedro Solbes, the Spanish governmentās second vice-prime minister and economics minister, along with Enrique Martínez Roblesā¦
American Club Wins P&I Award
"An excellent start to 2005 and the new policy year" is how Joe Hughes, chief executive of managers Shipowners Claims Bureau Inc., describes the American Club's double achievement of the past week.
U.S. Requires Nontank Vessel Response Plans
The U.S. Coast Guard recently issued interim guidance for the development and review of oil spill response plans for nontank vessels. Since 1993, tank vessels have carried oil spill response plans.
Euronav Acquires Four VLCCs
Euronav NV entered into an agreement with Metrostar to buy four VLCCs, the Crude Guardian (1993 - 290,927 dwt), the Crude Creation (1998 - 298,304 dwt), the Crude Topaz (2002 - 319ā¦
A New Look in Marine Patrol Craft
Following the success of Naval Sea Systems Command Littoral and Mine Warfare Office funded tests, Art Anderson Associates is moving ahead to design what may be theā¦
A New Look in Marine Patrol Craft
Following the success of Naval Sea Systems Command Littoral and Mine Warfare Office funded tests, Art Anderson Associates is moving ahead to design what may be theā¦
AWS to Hold Shipyard Welding Conference
The American Welding Society (AWS) announces a conference to discuss the latest research findings and practical applications of welding in shipyards and the maritime environment.
BC Ferries Vessel Out of Service
The Queen of Vancouver remains out of service until further notice due to a significant mechanical problem. BC Ferriesā engineers expect the gearbox on the vesselā¦
EB Gets $62.3M Navy Deal
Restricted Availability (DSRA) of USS Connecticut (SSN 22). in Groton, Conn., and is expected to be completed by December 2005. in the amount of $61,149,174 willā¦
First Shipbuilding Caucus "A Huge Success"
Congressman Gene Taylor (D-MS) and Congresswoman Jo Ann Davis (R-VA) convened the first meeting of the Congressional Shipbuilding Caucus today. Chief of Naval Operationsā¦
Japan Has New Ship Insurance Requirement
The Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport issued a Notice stating that, effective 1 March 2005, non-tank vessels over 100 gross tons must have P&I insurance coverageā¦
Marine Debris Research Prevention and Reduction Act
Senator Inouye (D-HI) introduced the Marine Debris Research Prevention and Reduction Act (S. 362) to establish a program within the National Oceanic and Atmosphericā¦
New Requirement of Separator System Inspection
The U.S. Coast Guard issued guidance on new requirements for oily water monitoring and separator systems installed on ships after 1 January 2005. The guidance alsoā¦
Single-Hull Phase Out Guidelines Accelerated
The U.S. Coast Guard issued guidance regarding the impact of accelerated single hull tanker phase-out dates and voluntary compliance with the Condition Assessment Scheme by U.S. tank vessels. The U.S.
Submarine Power Cable Repair Project
The Minerals Management Service (MMS) issued a Notice stating that it has prepared an environmental assessment and finding of no significant impact for the plannedā¦
New Rules for Oil Spill Compensation Enter Force
Increased levels of compensation will be available for victims of oil pollution from oil tanker accidents on 3 March 2005 with the entry into force of the 2003 Protocolā¦
Pier 11 Set for Destruction
Norfolk. today; the total contract amount is not to exceed $91,552,110. performed in Norfolk, Va., and is expected to be completed by April 2008. funds will notā¦
Aker Yards Wins Container Vessels Contract
Aker Ostsee in Germany, a part of Aker Yards, has been awarded a contract to build two plus two container vessels for Thien & Heyenga Bereederungs- und Befrachtungsgesellschaft m.b.H.
Supreme Court Hears Arguments in Cruise Ship ADA Case
The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral argument in a case involving whether the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to foreign cruise ships that embark passengers at U.S. ports.
