CNO Speaks About Shipbuilding at 20th SNA National Symposium
Delivering the keynote address at the Surface Navy Association's 20th National Symposium Jan. 15, Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Gary Roughead spoke on the importance…
Cummins Gen Sets for ASIMAR Container Ship
One of the largest ships to be delivered from a Thai shipyard in 2008 is the 101 by 18.8-meter container ship under construction at the Asian Marine Services Public Company Ltd.
Thai Boats for Thai Waters
Marsun Company Limited has built a strong reputation in the building of GRP, steel and aluminum military, patrol and pleasure vessels. In 2004 they built a successful crewboat.
Port of LA Awards Funding for VYCON Storage Systems
of VYCON REGEN systems. VYCON, in cooperation with Yusen Terminals Inc. Vycon's flywheel energy storage systems for the terminals' RTG cranes. brands.
First Class Navigation Corporation Corrects Ownership Information
Exchange Commission. Class Navigation. connection with, sponsorship of, or investment in First Class Navigation. Georgios Souravlas and Alexandros Politis- Kalenteris. Mr.
This Day in Naval History - Jan. 16
1815 - Benjamin Crowninshield becomes fifth Secretary of the Navy. 1930 - USS Lexington (CV 2) provides power to Tacoma, Wash., when floods knocked out city power plants.
Port Royal and Hopper COs Discuss Incident in Strait of Hormuz
From Commander, U.S. Capt. David Adler, commanding officer of USS Port Royal (CG 73), and Capt. Jeffery James, commanding officer of USS Hopper (DDG 70), met with Middle Eastern and U.S.
NAVEUR's Guidance – Executing Maritime Strategy
From Commander, U.S. Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe (NAVEUR)/Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Africa Guidance for 2008 was released Jan. 8, by Adm. Mark Fitzgerald, Commander U.S.
Rolls-Royce Alliance Wins Navy Research Contract
A strategic alliance between Rolls-Royce and UCT Coatings Inc. is bringing new technology to the marine market and is about to start work on a $7m U.S. Navy research contract.
Northrop Grumman to Merge Shipbuilding Units
According to reports, Northrop Grumman Corp. (NOC) will merge its Newport News and Ship Systems units into Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding, effective Jan. 28, under C. Michael Petters.
Laker Partially Sinks at Pier
The Coast Guard said that a laker partially sank at its pier in Duluth. The ship was docking when it struck an object and took on water. A salvage plan is being developed.
Thai Trawlers to Bangladesh
In November 2007 the second of a two-vessel order was delivered from PSP Marine Co. Ltd. of Samut Sakohon Thailand to Marley Trade Fishing Ltd. of Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Car Carrier Refloated off Norfolk
The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) said that a car carrier that grounded off Norfolk has been refloated with the assistance of two tugs. No injuries and no pollution have been reported.
USCG – Coordination of e-NOA/D with SLSDC
The USCG National Vessel Movement Center (NVMC) issued a news item stating that it is working with the Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC) to include…
Northrop Grumman Announces Leadership and Organizational Changes
Northrop Grumman Corporation announced a strategic realignment of several of its operating sectors to enhance the company's support to its customers, better utilize…
Oceanfreight Names New COO
OceanFreight Inc., a provider of seaborne transportation services announced today that Michael Gregos was appointed as the Company's Chief Operating Officer. The…
USS Indiana Presentation Silver Heads Home
U.S. Navy presentation silver that once traveled aboard the USS Indiana (BB 58), a World War II battleship that supported training preparedness in Pearl Harbor, after the Japanese attack on Dec.
Radio Holland Commissions First Fleet Broadband
In December 2007 Radio Holland installed and commissioned the first Fleet Broadband terminal on MOV Van Kinsbergen. Radio Holland Netherlands was contacted by Stratos…
Andersen Named Head of Corporate Communications for Aker
Torbjørn Andersen has been employed as head of Corporate Communications and Investor Relations in Aker Yards. Andersen comes from a position as head of Corporate Communications in Aker Kværner.
Hanjin to Build Shipyard in Philippines
According to Reuters, Hanjin Heavy Industries has entered into an agreement to build a $2b shipyard in the southern Philippines, its second yard in the country, a state agency said on Friday.
