Nominations Approved
The Senate Commerce Committee has approved a number of nominations, including Ellen Engleman to be a Member and Chairman of the NTSB, Richard Healing and Mark Rosenker to be Members of the NTSBā¦
NTSB Reauthorization Act Approved
The Senate Commerce Committee has approved S. 579, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) Reauthorization Act of 2003. The bill would authorize appropriations for the NTSB through 2006ā¦
Multiport Launches ShipTrak
Multiport has launched its internet-based system, ShipTrak. the management of shipping agents on a regional or global basis. of vessel disbursements. York on March 12, 2003. tasks. system.
Cooney Joins Graig Group Board
The Graig Group has appointed Peter Cooney as a non-executive director. managing director and ceo of Graig. on our board. experience in the shipping industry. a very forward thinking company.
Smedvig Secures Contract for West Alpha
A letter of intent has been awarded to Smedvig by Statoil for the assignment of the fourth generation drilling rig West Alpha. days. is approximately $ 15 million. approximately five months. Pertra.
U.K. Prosecutes Owner for Pollution
The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) issued a Press Release
VT Halter Marine Lays Keel for LSV
At a keel-laying ceremony on March 13, VT Halter Marine Inc., began the construction of the U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armament Commandās (TACOM) newest Logistic Support Vessel.
Transas Consolidates Network
From February 24 to 28, Transas Marine Pacific in cooperation with Transas HQ completed a simulation training course and distributor seminar for all Transas distributors in the Asian-Pacific region.
Commerce Committee to Conduct Hearing
The Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the U.S. Senate issued a Press Release
BC Ferries Becomes Self Financing Company
As a Crown corporation, BC Ferries has been subjected to years of political interference in everything from rate setting to vessel construction and spending priorities.
Michels Joins Port of Tacoma
Andrew Michels has joined the Port of Tacoma as Risk Manager. In this position, he is responsible for safety and accident prevention programs, insurance and workers compensation claimsā¦
MTN Expands with New Services
Maritime Telecommunications Network (MTN), announced the inclusion of three new vessels in its current contract with Global Industries for VSAT services. Currentlyā¦
Vessel Affected by Cyclone
Two vessels from the Australia based-Perkins Shipping fleet have found themselves at the mercy of tropical cyclone Craig. The master of the MV Balangut, a 1469 dwt tonne RoRo cargo vesselā¦
America Systems Facilitate with New Customs Rule
Americas Systems has implemented a solution geared for the U. S. Customs 24-hour rule compliance, allowing ocean carriers and NVOCCs to comply with new EDI and informationā¦
GlobalSantaFe to Suspend Kuwait Drilling Ops
Iraq. rigs currently operating in Kuwait by March 17, 2003. The rigs will be secured and remain idle until the political climate in the area stabilizes. evacuateā¦
Wynn Installs Wipers for Fireboat
Wynn Marine has completed the installation of a window wiping system for a new Los Angeles Fireboat. production for the Los Angeles Fire Department by Nichols Bros. Builders, based in Washington.
Carnival Chooses Name
2005. Fincantieri Cantieri Navali Italiani S.p.A.. itinerary have yet to be announced. The 952-ft. poolside eatery, and an upscale "steakhouse-style" supper club.
MSI Norfolk Opens New Labs
In January 2003 MarineSafety International's Norfolk Center began training in its new Radar/ARPA and ECDIS Labs. programs including ECPINS and TRANSAS, among others.
Oceanology International to be Held in New Orleans
The premier Oceanology International Americas 2003 Exhibition/The Oceanography Society Ocean (OI) Conference will be held inn New Orleans, La., at the Ernest M. Morial Convention Center on June 4-6.
TM Systems Awarded $2.1M Contract
TM Systems has been awarded a contract worth $2.1 million to supply two Stabilized Glide Slope Indicator (SGSI) systems to National Steel and Shipbuilding Company (NASSCO).
