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Wrecks of the World II, June 6-7
the World: Evaluating and Addressing Potential Underwater Threats” (WOW) II” on Monday, June 6 and Tuesday, June 7, 2011 at the Maritime Institute of Technology…
This Day in U.S. Coast Guard History - May 16
1846-Eleven cutters were assigned to cooperate with Army and Navy in the Mexican War. Cutters McLane, Legare, Woodbury, Ewing, Forward, and Van Buren were assigned to the Army.
USCG Responds to Rising Water on Inland Rivers
The Coast Guard has stood up a Maritime Transportation System Recovery Unit, Tuesday, in response to rising water levels on the Inland River System that have impacted commercial traffic.
This Day in U.S. Coast Guard History - May 11
1898-USRC Hudson towed the crippled USS Winslow from certain destruction under the Spanish forts at Cardenas, Cuba during the Spanish-American War. Congress later…
National Maritime Day Dinner, AMVER Awards
On May 23rd at the National Press Club in Washington DC, the North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA) and IHS Fairplay will be hosting…
USCG Reorganizes Sector North Carolina
The U.S. Coast Guard issued a final rule reorganizing Sector North Carolina. Effective immediately, the headquarters for Sector North Carolina is moving from Fort Macon to Wilmington.
USCG Opens Mississippi River to Limited Traffic
The U.S. Coast Guard was scheduled to re-open a portion of the Mississippi River, May 6, near Caruthersville, Mo., after closing it earlier due to the possibility…
This Day in U.S. Coast Guard History - May 9
1985- The CGC Chase was crippled by an engine room fire that put the cutter out of service for almost six months. One crewman, MK3 Nicholas V. Barei III, was killed during the incident.
This Day in U.S. Coast Guard History - May 6
1796-Congress increased the monthly compensation of Revenue Marine officers: masters $50; first mates $35; second mates $30; third mates $25 and mariners $20. 1896…
This Day in U.S. Coast Guard History - May 4
1882-The Secretary of the Treasury was authorized to discontinue any lifesaving station, transfer apparatus, appoint keepers, etc. 1910-Congress required every passenger…
Almar by North River Boats Recent Completions
Almar by North River Boats Inc. of Roseburg, Ore. 1.) This is the fourth boat in a series of five 33-ft X 10-ft Sounder Pilot House built for Hydrographic Survey use.
This Day in U.S. Coast Guard History - May 2
1882-An Act of Congress (22 Stat. 1932- Northern Pacific Halibut Act re-enacted Act of 7 June 1924, after Convention with Canada and made it unlawful to catch halibut…
Almar by North River Boats Recent Completions
Almar by North River Boats Inc. of Roseburg, Ore. 1.) This is the fourth boat in a series of five 33’ X 10’ Sounder Pilot House built for Hydrographic Survey use. This boat is powered by twin Yanmar 315 hp diesel engines and Hamilton 241 water jets with a top speed of over 31 knots and a fuel capacity of 200 gallons. The pilot house is equipped with two Coleman Seamach air conditioning units, a stand up head with electric toilet and wash basin for the comfort of the crew.
This Day in U.S. Coast Guard History - April 29
1909- Burnt Island, Maine: The schooner Regina stranded five miles north of the station. The Life-Saving crew, in a small power boat, arrived at the same time as the tug Bismarck.
First USCG Sentinel Fast Response Cutter Launched
Bollinger Shipyards, Inc. announced the successful launch of the first in class USCG “Sentinel” Fast Response Cutter (FRC), Bernard C. Webber from its Lockport facility. The announcement was made by Bollinger executive vice president of new construction, Chris Bollinger, “We are pleased to announce the successful launch of the lead “Sentinel” Class Fast Response Cutter, Bernard C. Webber. This is the first of a new generation of multi-mission patrol boats for the United States Coast Guard…
Livorse Navigation Lights
Livorse Navigational Lights are constructed of 316 marine grade stainless steel. Livorsi nav lights only consume 1/10th of an amp at 14 volts. These lights are to be used on any vessel up to 65 feet and have a visibility of two nautical miles. Designed to be flush mounted onto a vertical surface to allow the light pattern to be unobstructed from view. Port or starboard lights are available for 12 or 24 volt system. ABYC & USCG certified and NMMA accepted.
This Day in U.S. Coast Guard History - April 28
1908- Secretary of Commerce and Labor was authorized to patrol regattas and transfer that authority to another Department if need be. Thus the Revenue Cutter Service…
Polk Director,SCI Center for Maritime Education
Taking over the reins from Eric K. Larsson, former Director of the Seamen’s Church Institute’s (SCI) Center for Maritime Education, Captain Stephen Polk now commands SCI’s advanced training program for mariners. SCI appointed Polk, a USCG Licensed Captain and US Navy veteran, to begin work as Director earlier this month. Captain Polk has logged thousands of hours on SCI’s advanced simulators training professional mariners and in the classroom helping them evaluate complex situations.
New Center for Maritime Education Director
Taking over the reins from Eric K. Larsson, former Director of the Seamen’s Church Institute’s (SCI) Center for Maritime Education, Captain Stephen Polk now commands SCI’s advanced training program for mariners. SCI appointed Polk, a USCG Licensed Captain and US Navy veteran, to begin work as Director earlier this month. Captain Polk has logged thousands of hours on SCI’s advanced simulators training professional mariners and in the classroom helping them evaluate complex situations.
NAMEPA Seattle Seminar May 25, 2011
April 25, 2011—The North American Marine Environmental Protection Association (NAMEPA) will present its Environmental Intelligence in Shipping Seminar Series in Seattle on May 25th at the Bell Harbor Conference Center beginning at noon with lunch. The seminar will explore many of the environmental issues facing the Port of Seattle in its centennial year, including air emissions, storm water runoff, marine life habitats, and lessons from the Deepwater Horizon incident.
When Your USCG License is on the Line, Relationships Matter
Evaluating Marine License Insurance Providers
The Importance of Marine License & Liability Insurance for USCG-Licensed Mariners
Alfa Laval PureBallast 3 CBT for ballast water treatment system
Marine License Insurance: Do You Need It?
Cyber Security in the Maritime Sector - What You Need to Know Now
What’s in that Box? Container Shipping Security Goes Digital
Maritime Security
DEX-O-TEX Light Weight Underlayment.
UNDERSTANDING UV TRANSMITTANCE
