Submarine Reenacts Rescue
the U.S.S. two different nations. controlled waters in the final weeks of World War II. prevent its capture by the Japanese. will play the role of the Dutch submarine captain.
Federal Grant for High-Speed Ferry Service
The US Department of Transportation has stated that the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded a grant of $2.2 million for a high-speed ferry service to operate from Bridgeport…
Aries Maritime Announces Time Charter
Aries Maritime Transport Limited announced that it has entered into a one-and-a-half year time charter agreement with FR8 PTE, an established freight logistics company…
Stolt-Nielsen Seeks Supreme Court Review
The AP has reported that Stolt-Nielsen will seek a Supreme Court review of a federal appeals court reversal of a decision that would allow the company to be prosecuted for antitrust activity.
Maersk Line, Georgia Port Authority Sign Agreement
Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) on July 13 announced the signing of a major new agreement between Maersk Line and the GPA. The recent opening of Phase One of Savannah’s newest container berth…
Anchor Handling Tug From South China
Formerly a state owned shipyard, the Guangdon Xinhui Shipyard in Jianmen, Guangdong China has recently been renamed South China Shipyard (SCS) after being purchased…
SeaMobile, Crystal Cruises Sign Contract
SeaMobile Inc. signed an agreement with Crystal Cruises to provide communication solutions for its guests throughout the world. SeaMobile will begin installing wireless…
Law to Restrict LNG Tankers from Narragansett Bay
A recently adopted law effectively bans tankers carrying liquefied natural gas from entering Narragansett Bay -- a restriction Rhode Island lawmakers hope will prevent…
Senators Vote to Increase Security Funding
Senate Republicans and Democrats together boosted funding for border and port security in the fiscal 2007 Homeland Security appropriations bill by almost $1b, but…
Navy Signs $72.8M Contract
Military contractor Raytheon Co. landed a $72.8m contract from the U.S. Navy to provide the Royal Australian Navy with radar equipment. Raytheon's Integrated Defense…
Amels to Build Second Limited Editions Series Megayacht
Amels recently announced plans to begin construction of the second in its Limited Editions series, the 64.7-m Amels 212. This decision follows the success of the Amels 171…
$1.3M Contract Extension for AMSC
American Superconductor Corporation received a $1.3m contract extension for its second generation (2G) high temperature superconductor (HTS) wire from the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD).
Crescent Towing Captains Honored
Crescent Towing/New Orleans captains received Citations of Merit awards on July 12 at the NOLA Port Safety Consul meeting. USCG Commanding Officer and Captain of the Port of New Orleans, Capt.
American Superconductor Wins $1.3m DoD Contract
American Superconductor Corporation has received a $1.3 million contract extension for its second generation (2G) high temperature superconductor (HTS) wire from the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD).
BC Ferries Signs $45.5m Deal to Build New Ferry
BC Ferries has signed a $45.5m Contract to construct a new intermediate-sized ferry slated for the Saltery Bay-Earls Cove route. Construction of the 125-car, 600 passenger, 328-ft.
Intoxicated Master Banished for Six Months
The US Attorney for the District of Oregon has stated that the master of a foreign vessel pleaded guilty operating a motor vessel while under the influence of alcohol.
EU-Wide Policy Proposals Launched
The European Fisheries Commissioner is in Dublin tp launch proposals for a new Europe-wide maritime policy. If the plans are approved, Ireland would have to adopt new policies on fishing…
Petrobras: Deep Offshore Wells a New Frontier
Bloomberg reported that Petroleo Brasileiro SA, Brazil's state- controlled oil company, opened a new exploration frontier with the discovery of oil beneath more…
Senate Reaches Deal on Offshore Drilling
Senators who want to open new areas of the Gulf of Mexico to oil and gas production heralded came to a compromise. The agreement was supported by a key Florida senator…
Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2006
President Bush has signed into law the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2006 (H.R. 889). (7) Application of the oil spill response plan requirement to nontank vessels has been clarified.
