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Did You Know? Email Remains First 'Go-To' for Cyber Attack
During the first half of the year, Marlinkās Security Operations Center actively monitored more than 1800 vessels across the maritime industry, including cargo ships, cruise liners, research vessels, superyachts, tankers, and offshore support vessels.The monitoring process involved continuous surveillance and analysis of various cyber activities across these assets to ensure the security and integrity of critical maritime operations.In its latest "SOC Report"ā¦
Guilty Plea in Hudson River Tragedy: Vessel Owner Admits Negligence Leading to Fatal Capsizing
Richard Cruz, owner and captain of the motor vessel Stimulus Money, pleaded guilty on Tuesday to charges of misconduct and neglect of a ship officer resulting in death. This plea stems from a tragic incident in July 2022 that claimed the lives of a seven-year-old boy and a 48-year-old woman when the vessel capsized in the Hudson River.The announcement was made by Damian Williams, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York. Cruz appeared before U.S.
Marlink Fortifies Cyber Security Offer with Port-IT Acquisition
Marlink acquired 100% of Port-IT, a leader in cyber security solutions tailored for the maritime industry.Port-IT brings the combination of a state-of-the-art cyber security solutions portfolio together with a long-standing experience in the maritime industry. The acquisition follows and complements the cyber security professional and managed services capabilities of Diverto, which also recently joined the Marlink Group.Rhoonā¦
āCybersecurity is a Hoaxā and other Maritime Misconceptions
With new rules on Cyber Security coming down from the U.S. Coast Guard, Angeliki Zisimatou, Director Cybersecurity, ABS, is uniquely positioned to discuss maritime cyber security in the round, with insights on what sheās seen and heard from the draft rules, with advise on what it could mean for vessel owners.Cyber security and all that it entails is quickly climbing the priority ladder in maritimeā¦
Three Foil Assist Catamarans Delivered to Hawaiian Tour Boat Company
Port Angeles, Wash. boatbuilder BRIX Marine has launched three custom-built 34-foot foil assist catamarans for Na Pali Experience, a boat tour company in Kaua'i, Hawaii. The three USCG Subchapter "T" vessels Kulea, Lanakila and Tokihi were designed in collaboration with Jutson Marine Design and feature asymmetric catamaran hulls and midship-mounted hydrofoils for improved performance in varying sea conditions.
Cyber Threats to Maritime Vessels Grow Exponentially
Cyber threats to maritime are increasing rapidly, and later this year Marlink will unveil a report which classifies the growing problem. From common phishing schemes to targeted attacks on command and control systems, Cedric Warde, Vice President, Global Sales ā Digital, Marlink discusses the threats and the means to help avoid them.REGISTER NOW for a free to attend micro conference on new and emerging USCG Cyber Security Rules - November 13ā¦
Marine Industry Faces 2026 Deadline for Fluorine-free Foam
Aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) has been used to extinguish fires aboard maritime vessels since its introduction in the 1960s. For decades, AFFF was the foam of choice due to its effectiveness and affordability. However, over the last 15 years, its use has come under increased scrutiny due to health concerns related to its fluorinated materials.In 2009, international restrictions were introduced when perfluorooctanoic sulfonic acid (PFOS)ā¦
Operation Summerstock: Strengthening Security and Saving Lives
Summer is easily the busiest season for the U.S. Coast Guard. New England is no exception, people flock to the beaches to swim, and recreational boating is at its peak. Many destinations along the coasts are hot spots for tourism and increased safety checks by local Coast Guard units. However, sometimes people of coastal states forget that the Coast Guard's presence extends inward to our inland lakes and waterways.One of those inland bodies of water is Lake Champlainā¦
US Election Awash with Maritime Implications
With a critical election fast approaching ā in which the Executive Branch, House and Senate are all up for grabs ā it is essential to consider the electionās potential impact on the maritime industry before heading to the voting booth.Maritime impact on the electionAt the time of writing, we are two weeks away from the expiration of the current six-year master agreement between the United States Maritimeā¦
OSHA Fines Marine Services Firm for Multiple Violations Related to Vessel Fire
A marine services company was cited for 15 serious violations and fined $164,000 for exposing workers to fire and asphyxiation hazards while making repairs to a Canadian-registered bulk carrier moored at the Port of Ashtabula, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) said.The 81-year-old vessel Cuyahoga was in winter lay-up when a fire broke out on March 15, 2024 while maintenance and repair work was being performed.
US National Lab Takes Delivery of First Hybrid Research Vessel
RV Resilience, a new hybrid research vessel designed by Incat Crowther and built by Snow & Company in Seattle, has been delivered to the U.S. Department of Energyās Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL).RV Resilience is the Department of Energyās first hybrid electric-diesel research vessel. The 15-meter aluminum catamaran will help PNNL sustainably expand its research activities in the Sequim Bay region of Washington state.RV Resilienceās 28 m2 main deck is equipped with an A-Frameā¦
The āBoat Nerdsā Ringleader ā Morgan Fanberg, CEO, Glosten
When he joined Glosten more than 26 years ago as an intern, little did Morgan Fanberg know that one day heād be at the helm leading one of the largest privately owned naval architecture firm in the United States. But this USMMA-grad was well outfitted for the task, and in this Maritime Matters: The Marinelink Podcast, Fanbergās passion for the maritime industry and his company is clear as he candidly discusses the challenges heā¦
Jad Mouawad Responds to āGetting the Numbers Rightā
Wendy Laursenās article Getting the Numbers Right, published in the August issue of Maritime Reporter, sparked debate from ballast water management experts. Here Jad Mouawad, CEO of Mouawad Consulting, provides his feedback on the article which outlines the challenges the industry has faced trying to reduce the occurrence of invasive marine species transferred by ballast water.We have now the vast majority of ships fitted with ballast water management systems (BWMS).
Giles Candy Responds to āGetting the Numbers Rightā
Wendy Laursenās article Getting the Numbers Right, published in the August issue of Maritime Reporter, sparked debate from ballast water management experts. Here Giles Candy of Giles Environmental LLC ā Independent Ballast Water Consultant, provides his feedback on the article which outlines the challenges the industry has faced trying to reduce the occurrence of invasive marine species transferredā¦
California Department of Fish and Wildlife Adds New Patrol Boat
Bellingham, Wash. aluminum boatbuilder All American Marine (AAM) announced it has delivered a new 74-foot catamaran patrol boat to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Law Enforcement Division.The 74ā x 27.5ā twin-engine hydrofoil-assisted catamaran is equipped to handle near coastal and offshore missions and will support partner agencies. Missions will include multi-day patrols, commercial gear inspection and recovery, fishery enforcement, and marine protected area patrols.
BRIX Marine Delivers Whale Watching Vessel for Allen Marine Tours in Alaska
Aluminum boatbuilder BRIX Marine announced it has launched a new custom-built whale watching vessel for Allen Marine Tours, in Alaska.The new vessel, Raven, a 4818-HTC passenger catamaran, is the second vessel BRIX Marine has developed for Allen Marine, following the launch of the Eagle in September 2023.According to the builder, Raven is designed to enhance the whale-watching experience in Alaskaās waters, focusing on passenger comfort, safety, and sustainability.
Senesco Launches Fifth CTV for WindServe Marine
Senesco Marine recently held a launch and christening ceremony for WindServe Marine's new Jones-Act-compliant crew transfer vessel (CTV), WindServe Frontier.WindServe Marine, a sister company to the North Kingstown, R.I. shipbuilderāboth part of the Reinauer Groupāwill operate the CTV to serve the emerging offshore wind industry on the U.S. East Coast.The BMT-designed aluminum catamaran is 29 meters long with a 9-meter beam and 1.7-meter draft.
USCG RDC: Vessels, Tech, Partnerships Help to Thwart Narcotics, Human Smugglers
In 2011 the 210-foot Coast Guard Cutter VIGILANT was on patrol in the Caribbean when it came upon a suspected maritime narcotics smuggler. As the chase ensued, the suspected smuggler jettisoned bales of what turned out to be cocaine. The VIGILANT crew marked the position on their radar and gathered the latitude and longitude for the bales, then went in pursuit of the suspect vessel. After the suspect was apprehendedā¦
Johns Hopkins APL, USCG Team to Address Defense, Maritime Security Challenges
The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, Maryland, and the U.S. Coast Guard Research and Development Center (RDC) in New London, Connecticut, have signed a comprehensive memorandum of understanding (MOU) to team up on addressing critical technology challenges in national defense and maritime security.The MOU builds on a previous agreement signed in 2019, broadening and specifying more precisely the scope of collaboration between APL and RDC.
University of North Carolina Wilmington Orders Research Vessel from All American Marine
Bellingham, Wash. shipbuilder All American Marine (AAM) announced it has been awarded a contract to build a 73-foot research vessel for the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW). The vessel will operate as a multipurpose research platform capable of conducting a wide range of scientific missions, including oceanographic surveys, biological studies and educational outreach programs along the Mid-Atlantic, U.S.
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