U.S. imposes economic sanctions against Syria
President Bush issued an Executive Order imposing economic sanctions against Syria. Sanctions were imposed because Syria is seen by the United States as supporting terrorism…
Security: Security of Ports and Vessels: A New Approach
Clearly, the maritime industry is one of the most powerful drivers of international commerce and economic vitality in the world. • The worldwide fleet of marine…
Fuels & Lubes: Fuel Oil Separation Takes Center Stage
While maritime security concerns are most assuredly the number one item topping marine vessel owner's agendas, environmental matters rank a close second. Port state…
Deck Machinery
Research Winches for R/V Maria S. Seven special winches were supplied by Hatlapa in December 2003 after being tested and demonstrated in the factory. These winches…
GL Turnover Up 6 Percent
Germanischer Lloyd (GL) increased its turnover to Euros 218.7 million in 2003, six percent ahead of the Euros 206.4 million recorded the previous year, to ensure…
Improved Marine Mammal Transport Vessel Studied
Art Anderson Associates reported that it has completed Phase I of the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contract to evaluate the Stolkraft hull form as an…
Electronics: Royal Caribbean Stays Current with C-MAP CM-93/3 ECs
The C-MAP CM-93/3 global electronic chart database helps Royal Caribbean Intl. vessel operators to ensure smooth, safe sailing whether cruising the icy waters of Alaska…
P&I Club Prints ‘Rules of the Road’ Guide
The North of England P&I club has published an authoritative illustrated guide to the main 'rules of the road' for shipping to help reduce the significant annual…
Electronics: JRC Proposes Integrated Nautical Safety System
In the past decade more than 25,000 accidents have been caused by ships maneuvering under adverse environmental or traffic conditions. A leading cause of many of…
‘Lost’ Navy AUV Found on Beach in Norway
AP reported that a missing unmanned submarine was found Tuesday by a man strolling along a beach in western Norway. The 11-foot mini-sub, or Battlespace Preparation Autonomous Underwater Vehicle…
News: Steel, Ship Prices Soar as Tankers Stay Firm
Soaring steel prices are now a major concern for leading shipbuilders. Uncertainty about spiraling material costs is even causing some yards to defer new orders, market reports indicate.
Preview: Greece Poised for Posidonia 2004
The year 2004 is shaping to be a monumental year for Greece, with the pinnacle being the hosting of the 2004 Summer Olympics from August 13-29 in Athens. While a…
Propulsion: Power for a New Breed of RoPax
Building fast RoPax vessels is nothing new for Australia's Austal Ships. The company, founded just 16 years ago, has quickly crafted a reputation as one of the largest…
Propulsion: The New MTU 2000 CR Marine Engines
The continuing advancement of the diesel engine propulsion package for the maritime environment follow a common track, ie. higher power with lower weight; increasingly…
Propulsion: VSP: Same Power, 9% More Bollard Pull
With the commissioning of the Norway's Bukser og Berging Voith Water Tractor Baut, the improved characteristics of the new Voith Schneider Propeller (VSP) blades were demonstrated.
Propulsion: Gas Turbines: Keeping Fresh With Innovation
Keeping pace with the fast-evolving maritime industry is a mantra at GE Marine with its LM aeroderivative gas turbine line. Going forward, GE Marine will see its…
Propulsion: Waterjets for a Difficult Design Task
The idea of a ferry going over the sea to Skye is not a new one, although with the Skye bridge opening a few years ago, it is not an adventure many people undertake these days.
Propulsion: CIMAC Congress Set for Kyoto
One of the world's premier technical events leading the discussion of combustion engine technology across the industrial board is the CIMAC World Congress, which…
Feature: Schottel Broadens Electric Propulsion Options
German engineers have strengthened the Schottel offering through the development of a propulsor which melds technical design and performance features of the company's proprietary…
Technology
PyroGenisis' Compact Plasma Waste Elimination System is positioned as the most space-conscious solution for onboard ships, and in Miami at Cruise Shipping the company…
