Cunard's Queen Victoria Keel Laying Ceremony Takes Place in Italy
shipyard of Fincantieri near Venice, Italy. liner in the world, and QE2, the most famous ship in the world. the ship's hull. other equipment. The ceremony follows…
Better DredgesAcquires W&S Dredge Manufacturer
Better Dredges, Inc., an affiliate of Dredging Supply Company, Inc., recently acquired W&S Dredge Manufacturer, a Michigan-based manufacturer, to expand its dredge product line.
Northeast Gateway Energy Bridge LNG DWP
The Maritime Administration (MARAD) issued a Notice stating that the draft environmental impact statement (DEIS) for the Northeast Gateway Energy Bridge LLC liquefied…
BAE Systems Norfolk Ship Repair Awarded Contract
BAE Systems Norfolk Ship Repair, Norfolk, Va., is being awarded a $27,947,320 cost-plus-award-fee contract for drydocking selected restricted availabilities and…
DieselHouse Opened by HRH Crown Prince Frederik
His Royal Highness Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark officially opened MAN B&W Diesel’s new five-star attraction, DieselHouse, a technical and cultural experience…
Cement Carrier Refloated Offshore of Ft. Lauderdale
The crew of the Spar Orion was able to refloat the vessel under the ship's power after running aground just west of the designated anchorage off Fort Lauderdale Beach, Fla.
Chief Engineer Indicted
The US Attorney for the Eastern District of Texas stated that the chief engineer of a foreign tanker has been indicted for conspiracy, making false statements, and…
Coast Guard Trains Iraqi Marines in Maritime Security Operations
The U.S. Coast Guard’s Pacific Tactical Law Enforcement Detachment (LEDET) 102 is teaching Iraqi marines valuable skills that will help them protect Iraqi infrastructure…
TEN Files Shelf Registration With the SEC
Navigation Ltd. million universal shelf registration statement with the U.S. registration filed in 2003. preferred shares, warrants and depository shares. capital markets.
AFL-CIO Metal Trades Dept. Seeks Ruling for Jones Act
U.S. with the requirements of the Jones Act. discussions with key members of Congress to start inquiries on the Hill. commodities between U.S. ports. Hyundai violates the terms of the Jones Act.
Canadian Coast Guard Updates Fleet with DGPS
The Canadian Coast Guard has placed orders for 141 Saab TransponderTech marine DGPS receivers in a move to upgrade shipboard navigation systems throughout the fleet.
Coast Guard Tsunami Exercise Begins May 23
The U.S. Department of Transportation in cooperation with Federal, State, local, and Canadian partners will host PACIFIC PERIL 06 from May 23-23 at Camp Rilea on the NW Oregon Coast.
EU Approves French Guarantee System for Shipbuilding
According to reports, European Commission said it approved a guarantee system planned by the French government to step up investment for its shipbuilding industry.
Coast Guard Enforces Safety Zone for Artificial Reef
Petty Officer 2nd Class Gaines Huneycutt and his Coast Guard Station Destin, Fla., rescue boatcrew enforce a one-mile safety zone around the vessel seen on the horizon Wednesday, May 17, 2006.
Coast Guard Suspends Search for Missing Cruise Ship Passenger
The Coast Guard suspended its search at for the man believed to have fallen off the cruise ship Mariner of the Seas while transiting from Cape Canaveral, Fla., to Coco Cay, Bahamas.
Navy Ex-Aircraft Carrier Sunk, Reefed off Pensacola
The ex-Oriskany, a decommissioned aircraft carrier, was sunk 24 miles off the coast of Pensacola, Fla., on May 17 to form an artificial reef. The 888-foot ship took…
S.F.-Alcatraz Ferry Operator Eyes Hybrids
With the signing of a new 10-year contract between the National Park Service and Hornblower Cruises and Events, two hybrid-electric ferries will eventually be crossing…
Norway Ferry Strike May Spread
Three of the popular cruise-ferries that ply Norway's coastal route from Bergen to Kirkenes are targeted to be pulled out of service if a ferry strike spreads. The…
Stena Vision to Experience Prolonged Period of Repair
Arlington Tankers Ltd. was notified by its vessel manager, Northern Marine Management Ltd. (Northern Marine), that one of its two VLCC tankers, the Stena Vision…
Panel Criticizes Homeland Security
A House panel gave a tongue-lashing to the Department of Homeland Security on May 17 before approving a $32.1b spending plan for the troubled agency. The Appropriations…
