VT Halter Looks for Workers
The AP has reported that the hurricane swamped the shipbuilder's three facilities in Jackson County under 20 feet of water, but a year later the company is again…
Ganger Rolf Orders Newbuildings
First Olsen Ltd., which is owned 50/50 by Bonheur ASA and Ganger Rolf ASA, is advising of a Letter of Intent for newbuilding contracts for two suezmax tankers to…
BIMCO Signs New Agreement with Coast Guard
BIMCO’s President Knud Pontoppidan and U.S. Coast Guard Rear Admiral Craig Bone signed a new partnership agreement at U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters in September 7.
Schat-Harding Buys Lyttelton Marine
Lyttelton Marine. "Singapore is a key hub for both the shipping and offshore worlds. and its neighbouring ports. network. network is fully capable of meeting the needs of shipowners. accidents.
Fast Ferry Demand for Tailor-made Seating
To better address the seating needs of today's fast ferry and passenger ship industry, Modell-Møbler is evolving into a more focused manufacturer, targeting tailor…
Austal USA Names Spiegel COO
Austal announced the appointment of Dan Spiegel to the position of Chief Operating Officer for Austal’s Mobile, Ala., shipyard. Spiegel, his wife and their three…
Austal USA Names Spiegel COO
Austal announced the appointment of Dan Spiegel to the position of Chief Operating Officer for Austal’s Mobile, Ala., shipyard. Spiegel, his wife and their three…
Statement of Adm. Allen before Senate Appropriations Subcommittee
The US Coast Guard posted the statement of Admiral Thad W. Allen, USCG before the Subcommittee on Homeland Security of the Senate Committee on Appropriations. The…
Austal Patrol Boats Participate in Joint Operation
Police from the Marine Area Command have coordinated a three-day joint operation designed to test the capabilities of state and federal agencies working together in a major border protection exercise.
Port of Rotterdam Sees Good Results
The Port of Rotterdam Authority has achieved good financial results in the first six months of the year. An increase in throughput, rises in port dues and higher…
The FPC Announces Investment by Overseas
The Floating Pipeline Company Incorporated (FPC Inc.) of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada announced an investment by Overseas Shipholding Group, a leader in providing…
CVN 78 Ship Specification Signed
The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and the Program Executive Officer (PEO) Aircraft Carriers held a signature and awards ceremony on Sept. 5 at the Washington…
NNSY's Surge Main Stands Up
A group of 12 reserve Sailors became plank owners on Aug. 25 for initiating the Surge Main concept at Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY), where they performed a number…
FAU Gets Funds to Help Create Base at Sea
Florida Atlantic University is helping the U.S. military move to the next level, according to a report on www.bocaratonnews.com. The Office of Naval Research (ONR)…
Navy Welders Support Marines
Maintenance Center Albany recently welcomed 10 welders and a supervisor from Navy facilities throughout the country for temporary help on an important armoring project.
HMS Clyde Named
HMS Clyde, the first ship to be built in Portsmouth Naval Base for nearly 40 years, was named in a night ceremony at VT Shipbuilding’s facilities. The Royal Navy’s new 80m.
USACE Issue Impact Statement on Ecosystem Restoration Project
The US Army Corps of Engineers issued a notice stating that the draft integrated feasibility report and environmental impact statement for the Mid-Chesapeake Bay…
Shipping Company Banned from U.S. for 3 Years
The Sun Ace Shipping Company, based in Seoul, South Korea, has pleaded guilty to a one-count information for violating the Act to Prevent Pollution from Ships, in…
Ship Grounds in St. Lawrence Seaway
The Motor Vessel Toro ran aground at Lighted Buoy 1 near Cornwall Island. The 585-ft., Greek registered vessel is laden with canola meal destined for Progresso, Mexico.
Expedition to Explore Submerged Wreck of Airship
On September 17, 2006 researchers from NOAA’s National Marine Sanctuary program and Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute will embark on an expedition off the…
