Incat Sells Hull 058
A contract has been exchanged for the sale of Incat Australia’s 98m catamaran, hull 058, to a European customer. The purchaser is a long term Incat customer, and…
IMO Urges Implementation of Security Measures
The IMO issued a Circular
Hearing Examines Containers
The Senate Governmental Affairs Committee conducted a Hearing on Cargo Container Security
ISU Poll Finds Rise in Tanker Assistances
Members of the International Salvage Union (ISU) recovered nearly one million tonnes of potential pollutants during salvage operations last year. During 2002, emergency…
Miles Named Chairman of Box Club
CP Ships Limited's CEO Ray Miles has been elected as chairman of the International Council of Containership Operators. Known informally as the Box Club, the council…
Crowley to Order More Container/Chassis Combinations
Crowley Liner Services will acquire 750 new and 45-ft. (102" wide) high-cube container/chassis combinations. 53-ft. (102" wide) and 45-ft. combinations already received this year.
Lubmarine Acquires $2M Test Engine
France. The $2M MAN B&W Innovator-4C test engine will come into service in May 2003. Lubmarine. requirements. comprehensive electronic control and information management system. nitrogen.
Keymar Goes Into Drydock
Stelmar Shipping announced that the Keymar, a 1993 built double-hull Aframax tanker, has gone into drydock and is expected to return to service by late August 2003. severe storm.
TEN Announces New Time Charters
Tsakos Energy Navigation Limited (TEN) announced new time-charter contracts for two of its product carriers, the Libra and the Crux. The Libra has a two-year contract…
NCL chooses MAPS Crew Manning
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) will utilize Manpower Software’s MAPS Crew Manning suite. The integrated software will couple crew scheduling, travel and crew certification data.
Multraship Completes Salvage
Dutch towage and salvage company Multraship has completed the salvage of Eclips, the pusher tug that sank in Antwerp harbor last week. Multraship utilized its floating…
Senator Hollings Offers Budget Proposal
Senator Hollings (D-SC) e is offering an amendment to the budget resolution that would, if adopted, transfer $2 billion of the proposed tax cut to pay for various…
MARAD Issues Notice on Cabotage Trade Exemption Application
The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) published a Notice stating that it received an application from owners of the ASPHALT COMMANDER to utilize the vessel in…
NIMA Issues Military Operations Advisory
The U.S. National Imagery and Mapping Agency (NIMA) issued a Special Advisory stating that coalition naval forces are conducting military operations in waters of the eastern Mediterranean Sea…
Northrop Grumman Names New Executives
Northrop Grumman Corporation board of directors has elected Albert F. corporate vice president, strategy and technology. Ronald D. executive officer effective April 1, 2003.
American Superconductor CFO Resigns
Electricity solutions company, American Superconductor announced that Stanley D. Piekos has resigned his position as senior vice president, finance and corporate development and CFO…
Moore Stephens Strengthens BI Team in Latin America
Leading accountant and consultant Moore Stephens has recruited insurance analyst Norma Peralta as Operations Manager for Moore Stephens Latin America, based in Panama City.
Multraship Delivers Sunken Eclips Intact
Dutch towage and salvage company, Multraship, has successfully completed the salvage of Eclips, the pusher tug that sank in Antwerp Harbor last week. Multraship…
Operation Liberty Shield Safeguards Cruise Ships Sailing from U.S. Ports
The cruise industry’s highest priority has always been the safety and security of its guests and crew. Under normal circumstances the cruise industry's security programs are stringent…
Coast Guard Increases Maritime Security
The Coast Guard has increased maritime security measures under Operation Liberty Shield. Operation Liberty Shield is a comprehensive national plan designed to increase…
