Combating Terrorism: Observations on National Strategies
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Passenger Vessel Access to Meet in D.C.
The Passenger Vessels Ad Hoc Committee of the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board (otherwise known as the Access Board) will meet in closed session in Washington…
MARAD Encourages Research with New Website
The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) has increased emphasis on encouraging and coordinating research and innovation in the U.S. maritime industry. MARAD has launched a new Internet site…
MARAD Issues Advisory on Naval Exercise off Korea
The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) issued an Advisory to all operators of U.S. flag, effective U.S. controlled vessels, and other maritime interests stating that the U.S.
Multiport Extends Network with New Members
Seven new members have joined Multiport, extending its network of independent ship agents. This latest expansion means the network now has representatives in over 110 countries.
Interim Directors for CBP Field Operations
The Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) of the new Department of Homeland Security issued a Message
LCS Program Team Announced
Trumpeting the strength of combining leaders in systems engineering, mid-market shipbuilding and naval architecture, officials from Lockheed Martin, Gibbs & Cox…
ABS Releases Prestige Report
the Prestige Casualty.” It is available for download from the ABS website (www.eagle.org). The report assesses vulnerabilities that may have theoretically existed…
California Issues Report on Ballast Water
The California State Lands Commission (SLC) issued a document entitled Report on the California Ballast Water Management Program
Verdery Gets Nod for Homeland Security Team
The White House issued an Announcement
Farstad Anticipates Platform Supply Vessel
Farstad Shipping ASA, through its wholly owned subsidiary Farstad Supply AS, has reached an agreement with Ulstein Shipping AS to take delivery of an offshore supply…
Intertanko Welcomes IMO Initiative in Changes
INTERTANKO gives its wholehearted support to the initiative of the IMO Secretary-General, Bill O'Neil and the European Commission Vice President Loyola de Palacio…
Crowley Announces Promotions
Ismael Estrada has been promoted to director of Port Operations for Crowley Liner Service's Isla Grande terminal in San Juan, Puerto Rico. security and maintenance.
Keppel Completes Raissa
Keppel Offshore & Marine (Keppel O&M) Group has strengthened its participation in the inshore oil and gas drilling industry, with the successful completion of the Raissa…
CP Ships Denies Reports of Acquisition
CP Ships Limited announced that it does not intend to acquire Kien Hung. Ships' overall business strategy. businesses. rumors or associated reports. Kien Hung, an exception is being made in this case.
Goben Named First PVA Safety Award Recipient
Captain Richard Goben, Hornblower Events & Cruises, San Diego, CA has been awarded the Passenger Vessel Association and the Passenger Vessel Foundation’s first recipient…
Quimby Promoted at Tacoma
Quimby to Director of Contracts and Risk Management. consulting contracts in support of Port capital programs. programs," said Jeff Lincoln, the Port's Director of Facilities Development.
IMO and EC to Discuss Prestige
Tuesday to meet the Vice-President of the European Commission, Loyola de Palacio, to discuss action contemplated to be taken in the aftermath of the Prestige accident…
American Superconductor $70M Navy Contract
American Superconductor Corporation announced it has been selected by the U.S. propulsion motor for electric warships. Corporation, to optimize the design, integration…
OIG Audits USCG Computer Security
The Department of Transportation Office of Inspector General (OIG) released its report entitled Computer Security and Controls at the Aircraft Repair and Supply Center
