Liberian Registry Breaks Historic 100m Mark

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Aker Solutions Wins Major Contract for Two FPSOs in Brazil

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Aker Solutions has signed a major contract with Petrobras to supply sulphate removal units for two FPSOs (Floating Production Storage and Offloading) platforms which will operate offshore Brazil. Contract value is USD 41 million. The scope of work comprises the supply of two sulphate removal systems (SRUs) with associated equipments. The SRU systems will be installed on the topsides of the P-58 and P-62 FPSOs. The sulphate removal technology provided by Aker Solutions delivers treated and de-sulphated seawater for injection into the hydrocarbon reservoir to maintain the pressure and control scaling and souring effects in the reservoir. High quality injection ...

PD PORTS IS CROWNED OUTSTANDING SERVICE CARRIER OF THE YEAR BY ASDA

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

PD Ports, the operator of North East port, Teesport, has been crowned as the Most Outstanding Service Carrier of the Year in 2009 by leading UK retailer, ASDA, at its annual National Carrier of the Year awards ceremony.

Greece Seminar Highlights Operational and Design Considerations for Low Sulfur Fuel

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

More than 190 members of the Greek shipowning and operating community attended a comprehensive seminar in Athens on issues associated with the requirement to burn low sulfur fuels in the existing Sulfur Emissions Control Areas (SECAs) and in European Ports. Hosted by class society ABS, and including a presentation from Marine machinery service provider Harris Pye, the meeting drew an audience hungry to learn more on how to gain compliance in European ports and how to prepare for reduced sulfur levels in the SECAs and in the proposed and potential new Emission Control Areas (ECAs). “The industry is already dealing ...

BNL, Ifitalia and Fincantieri Sign an Agreement for Reverse Factoring to Increase Liquidity of Fincantieri Suppliers

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

BNL will provide the firms involved with further credit facilities for commercial guarantees and advance payments on contracts Group BNP Paribas, Ifitalia and Fincantieri have signed a reverse factoring agreement which enables firms working with Fincantieri to unfreeze credit and draw on additional liquidity. The agreement, which reflects the close attention which Fincantieri pays to its network of suppliers, makes available to companies which work with the shipbuilding group additional liquidity – through BNL - in proportion to their supply contract, to improve both their cash flow and their balance sheet indices. The agreement will have an initial duration of ...

First Fishing Trawler Sets Sail Once More

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Parlevliet & Van der Plas B.V. and SkySails begin practical tests of SkySails towing-kite propulsion for fishing trawlers The SkySails-System was successfully placed into operation aboard Germany’s largest fishing vessel – the ROS-171 “Maartje Theadora” – on the North Sea near Ijmuiden, Netherlands on March 8th, 2010. This innovative wind-propulsion system from the Hamburg-based manufacturer SkySails will henceforth help save large amounts of fuel and emissions. The maiden voyage of the ROS-171 “Maartje Theadora” with SkySails propulsion, which will take the ship across the Atlantic to South America and then into the South Pacific, heralds the use of regenerative energy ...

Skykon A/S establish production of foundations for offshore wind turbines at Lindø Industrial Park

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Skykon Offshore A/S, a subsidiary of Skykon A/S, and Lindø Industrial Park has today signed a lease on 100,000 square meters area corresponding to approx. 10% of the industrial park's total available area.

Senior Defense Executives and Prime Contractors to Meet with Afghan Business and Government Leaders in Washington Conference this March

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Over a hundred prime contractors and defense executives from the United States and around the world have registered to attend the 2nd Afghanistan Aviation and Defense Summit (2nd AADS) on March 25-26, 2010 in Crowne Plaza Tysons Corner just outside Washington, D.C. The 2nd AADS is the premier networking event where delegates will meet with Afghan government officials who are responsible for security and defense procurements, as well as high-ranking defense commanders from Afghanistan Ministry of Defense and Ministry of Interior. It is where the requirements of Afghanistan in terms of arming its defense sectors and instilling rule of law ...

AUSTAL USA TO PRIME LCS BID

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Austal USA and Bath Iron Works (BIW) have agreed to revoke their current teaming arrangement. This strategic decision allows Austal USA to act as Prime Contractor in the upcoming bid for 10 US Navy Littoral Combat Ships (LCS). The US Navy is expected to award the contract for two LCSs, including options for an additional eight vessels, by the end of US FY10. In the event that Austal USA is awarded the FY10 contract, potentially worth up to US$4.8 billion, it will continue to act as Prime Contractor for future LCS bids. General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems, which is currently ...

FarSounder March Soundings

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

New Orders Among new orders received recently, and following on from their order last month, is one for 3 systems from Veinland GmbH in Germany, bringing their total for the first two months of the year to 4. While respecting the confidentiality of the end users, we can say that the first one is for a major yacht refit and another encouraging sign of economic recovery. All three systems are for delivery in 2010. Veinland will also be visiting the Underwater Defence Technology conference and exhibition which is taking place from June 8 - 10 of this year in Hamburg. ...

Latest News from Kongsberg

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

GPS AND INERTIAL DATA COMBINE FOR IMPROVED PERFORMANCE OF NEW SEAPATH PRODUCT RANGE Oceanology International, 9-11 March 2010, Stand E600 Precise positioning accuracy for demanding operations in challenging environments The next generation of the Kongsberg Seatex Seapath family will be displayed on the Kongsberg Maritime stand (E600) and demonstrated aboard MMT Seabeam at Oceanology International 2010. The new Seapath 300 family of products offers the best possible combination of GNSS signals and inertial measurements for precise heading, attitude and positioning and is designed for demanding operations in challenging environments.

Farrell Lines Introduces Two Additional U.S. Flag Vessels

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Farrell Lines announced today the addition of two U.S. flag roll-on, roll-off vessels into its fleet, the ALLIANCE BEAUMONT and ALLIANCE CHARLESTON. These ships complement the ALLIANCE ST. LOUIS and ALLIANCE NORFOLK, which have been U.S. flag vessels since February 2008. The Farrell Lines fleet now consists of four roll-on, roll-off vessels. The ALLIANCE BEAUMONT was brought under the U.S. flag on February 21 in Dubai, and this vessel will participate in the Maritime Security Program (MSP). The ALLIANCE CHARLESTON was reflagged on February 12 in New York. Both vessels have 710,000 square feet of total stowage capacity, representing 7,900 ...

Dockwise Ltd - Backlog Update: Additional $ 65m, Including Near Term Rig Contracts and a Major Float-Over Award

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Dockwise Ltd. today announces that contracts have been secured by its subsidiary Dockwise Shipping. Next to an engineering assignment, the transportation of a semi- submersible rig, a jack- up rig and river barges for a value of USD 20 million were signed for the short term. For execution in 2012 Dockwise received a Letter of Award for the transport and installation by means of a float over of a large offshore production platform in the Far East for a value of USD 45 million. Dockwise has been contracted to transport drilling rigs to Australia and Rotterdam respectively. The bulk of ...

Whit Kirtland Joins Bradford Marine Yacht Sales

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Bradford Marine Yacht Sales, Inc. is pleased to announce that Whit Kirtland has joined the Bradford Marine Yacht Sales Team as Broker. Over the past 28 years, Whit Kirtland has brokered yachts of all types and sizes and has represented builders in the marketing and sale of new yachts. He is the 3rd generation of his family to be in the maritime business, and it's his first love.

Hamworthy Innovation Extends Inert Gas System Order to 10 Ships

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

The company has won orders specifying Hamworthy Moss Flue Gas Systems for four 316,000dwt crude oil tankers due delivery between June 2010 and August 2011 to Nanjing Changjiang Oil Transportation Corp (NCOTC). The orders will mean that, since 1997, Hamworthy’s inert gas systems have been included on board 23 tankers delivered to NCOTC.

AlMansoori Signs Joint Venture with Key Energy

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

AlMansoori Petroleum Services, a subsidiary of AlMansoori Specialized Engineering, the leading regional provider of oilfield services in the Middle East, has signed a joint venture agreement with American-based onshore energy production services company Key Energy Services. The joint venture will bring several new services to AlMansoori’s capabilities in coil tubing, workover rigs, pumping/cementing, fracturing and acidizing. The joint venture will see Houston-born Key Energy Services establish a base in the Middle East for the first time and signifies AlMansoori’s expansion into the region, it will target heavily in 2010. Founded in Abu Dhabi in 1977, AlMansoori has grown to become ...

Crowley's Neah Bay Emergency Response Tug Assists Disabled Containership

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Crowley Maritime Corporation's tugboat Hunter, the state-funded emergency response tug stationed at Neah Bay, Wash., was dispatched this week to assist the 712-foot container vessel, Horizon Tacoma, after the vessel experienced engine problems.

LIG Marine Managers Opens New Division, LIG West, and Branch Office in San Francisco, CA

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

LIG Marine Managers announces the opening of its newest division, LIG West, and branch office located in the Financial District of San Francisco, California. LIG West will operate in the 11 western states. “This new division will provide LIG West Coast agents with access to the full portfolio of LIG Marine Managers and LIG Program Managers products”, says Karen Tischler, Marketing Director of LIG.

Reservoir Group Appoints Chairman

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Global leading oilfield services company Reservoir Group today announces the appointment of Christopher Gaut as chairman of its Board of Directors. Reservoir Group, which is based in Aberdeen and Dubai, specialises in downhole drilling tools, completions and production sectors.

Evergreen Maritime Contract with CNOOC for Fender System Design and Supply

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Qingdao Evergreen Maritime and CNOOC contracted on March 3, 2010 for the fender system design and supply of Lu Da 27-2/32-2 oil platforms. CNOOC (China National Offshore Oil Corporation SEHK: 0883, NYSE: CEO) is China’s largest producer of offshore crude oil and natural gas and one of the largest independent oil and gas exploration and production companies in the world. Lu Da 27-2/32-2 (PSP) located in Bohai Bay is an 8-leg process and storage platform that holds a huge oil tank with a capacity of 1.2768 X 104 m3. Evergreen Maritime Company as the professional manufacturer of pneumatic fenders and ...

ClassNK Commits 2.2 Billion Yen (US$25 Million) to Joint GHG Reduction Program

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

ClassNK Chairman and President Noboru Ueda announced to the press today that ClassNK will commit 2.2 billion yen (US$25 million) in research and funding as part of its participation in a national joint R&D program to reduce maritime greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. ClassNK’s commitment will cover more than 25% of the project’s total budget of 8.5 billion yen (US$95 million) through 2012. The announcement was made at a press conference today where Mr. Ueda outlined the classification society’s objectives for 2010.

CSA Announces Opening of Tampa Office

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

CSA International, Inc. (CSA) is pleased to announce the opening of its latest branch office in Tampa, Florida to be managed by Mr. Eddie Hughes. “We’re pleased to have Eddie join the CSA team and to establish a base on the west coast of Florida. He’s familiar with the environmental landscape and has been involved with a number of different projects along Florida’s west coast.” stated Kevin Peterson, CEO of CSA. “I know that CSA, with its expert scientists and technical staff, will be an excellent fit to the area. My goal is to get CSA involved with local projects ...

Cavotec MSL and Vahle Group Enter Into Worldwide Cooperation

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Cavotec MSL and Vahle Group are pleased to announce the start of a cooperation between the two companies with the intention to supply new innovative systems to the Ports & Maritime industry. “We see this combined effort as a classic example of a mutually beneficial agreement,” said Ottonel Popesco, CEO of Cavotec MSL. “By marketing the full Vahle festoon range, and in particular their new, fully automated E-RTG system, we are able to offer our customers an even more complete package than ever before.” Under this cooperation both Cavotec and Vahle will start to market systems to the Ports & ...

Fronius USA, Welding Division, Opens a Second Sales/Service Office in the USA

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

The United States is another country where Fronius welding technology finds itself in good shape. The international technology company has therefore recently invested in a new sales and support center in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The company has set up the new location to handle all aspects of customer support in the Southeast region of the USA. The new location, which is 5000 square feet, includes modern offices, a conference room, a warehouse and a fully functional application lab. This setup means that Fronius's Chattanooga facility is in line with its other sites in upholding the company's guiding principle of providing the ...

Maran Tankers Management Inc. Selects Seagull

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Maran Tankers Management Inc. has selected the new Seagull Training System for use across their entire fleet and offices worldwide. The Seagull Training System (STS) is the most widely used and comprehensive seafarer training package available. It consists of a computer preloaded with all the software. All the functionality can also be accessed online. In this system the Seagull Training Administrator (STA) manages all training records and reports and has available the entire Onboard Training Library of Computer Based Training (CBT) titles. It is customized to include company’s personnel and training requirements as well as software features that help with ...

FKAB L2, a Perfect Design for Regional Distribution of LNG

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

The FKAB L2 is a 16 500 m3 LNG vessel design primarily for regional distribution of LNG. In combination with the FKAB L1 design, presented in June 2009, the FKAB L2 design are FKAB contribution to the development of an efficient and sustainable sea based regional and local distribution system for LNG.

ST. JOHNS SHIP BUILDING AWARDED CONTRACT TO CONSTRUCT 190’ LANDING CRAFT

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

St. Johns Ship Building, Inc was recently awarded contract to construct a 190’ Landing Craft for G & G Shipping out of Fort Lauderdale, FL. This will be the fifth vessel of its fleet which joins others built by St. Johns. The vessel designed by Frank Basile of Entech and Associates, Inc. Houma, LA. The Landing Craft will be equipped with twin CAT 3412 Engines approx 720 HP each and have an open deck space of 6,600 sq ft with capacity to carry 600 Tons roll on roll off cargo. Its’ shallow draft and ramped bow allows for easy access ...

Deutsch High Temperature Connector

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

LADD Industries is pleased to announce the release of new Deutsch Industrial DTM series connectors for high temperature environments. Deutsch Industrial provides innovative environmentally sealed connector solutions for heavy duty and industrial markets. Deutsch connectors are built for critical applications in challenging environments, and the new DTM high temperature (DTMH) connectors expand the range of Deutsch connector options where excessive heat is a factor.

How to Implement an Online Training Program At Your Company

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Join us for a Free Webinar on Thursday, March 11, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM CST Space is limited. Reserve your Webinar seat now at: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/260752792 In this webinar, you will learn how online safety training can help you... Save time and money Comply with Regulatory requirements Increase training effectiveness Reduce travel and outside training costs Manage your Employee training records Reduce loss time and injuries Provide training records for Audits quickly at any location Create your own custom eLearning courses with PowerPoint Verify who at your workplace is in compliance with training requirements and ...

Keppel Shipyard Singapore Relies on Autohydro®

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Autoship Systems Corporation (ASC) of Vancouver, Canada is pleased to supply additional licenses of its Autohydro hydrostatics and stability calculations software to Keppel Shipyards of Singapore. Autohydro is the main hydrostatic and stability program used at the offices of Keppel Offshore & Marine for new design and conversion projects in the offshore sector. The additional Autohydro licenses will enable Keppel's naval architects to rapidly produce stability books for Class Approval. Keppel Offshore currently operates with 8 Autohydro licenses and now their sister company, Keppel Shipyard, will add a 2nd license. Autohydro 6.4 offers cutting-edge stability software to its 1,500 User ...

Cargotec to Refurbish Singapore Cement Terminal

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

To improve its performance, Sin Heng Chan Cement Terminal has contracted Cargotec for a major new refurbishment project on its Siwertell ship unloader In January Cargotec won a substantial new refurbishment contract from major cement importer Sin Heng Chan Cement Terminal in Singapore, which will see the company's local bulk handling services branch upgrade Sin Heng Chan's Siwertell ST-490F ship unloader.

PHOTO Caption: The refurbishment project will upgrade Sin Heng Chan Cement Terminals' Siwertell ship unloader to a new and improved design

Magnifica Successfully Christened in Hamburg

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

The city of Hamburg saw last weekend devoted to the Carnival of Venice. The christening of the “MSC Magnifica” by ship’s ‘godmother’ Sophia Loren on 6 March was marked by a breath-taking Italian show. According to media reports, over 15 000 spectators followed the ceremony at Hamburg’s Landungsbrücken pier area. Hamburg.The “MSC Magnifica”, the eleventh ship in the MSC fleet, was welcomed in the Port of Hamburg on 5 March. A fireboat and a 20-man strong shanty choir greeted the ship and her passengers on their arrival.