Africa
EU Naval Force Emphasizes Significance of Women in Operation Atalanta
If you were able to fly on board an EU Naval Force warship at sea to look at how it conducts counter piracy patrols off the coast of Somalia, the navy pilot that flies you on board may be a women, the officer of the watch ‘driving the ship’ across the Indian Ocean may be […]
Technip: Spar Transportation and Installation (VIDEO)
Take a look at a video with an explanation on how a Spar is transported and installed. A spar is a type of floating oil platform typically used in very deep waters A spar platform consists of a large-diameter, single vertical cylinder supporting a deck. The cylinder is weighted at the bottom by a ch
VIDEO: Teekay’s Amundsen Class Shuttle Tanker
The ever-growing maritime industries developed the need for steady offshore drilling and moving of storage assets to fill the gap between production and transportation of offshore energy goods such as crude oil. One of ways to transport crude oil from a floating production, storage and offloading (F
EU Naval Force’s Commander Meets EU Leaders
During a port visit to Djibouti by Spanish EU Naval Force (EU NAVFOR) flagship ESPS Méndez Núnez, and warship ESPS Rayo, Force Commander Rear Admiral Pedro García de Paredes held meetings with other EU leaders to demonstrate the commitment of EU NAVFOR to work together with other missions towards a
Liberian Registry Launches Initiative to Protect Shipping from Piracy
The responsibility for protecting merchant shipping from the threat of piracy is one which must be shared by industry and governments alike. Liberia condemns piracy in all its forms. It has signed the Declaration Condemning acts of Violence against Seafarers, and has affirmed its commitment to suppl
EU Naval Force Provides Escort for World Food Programme Ship
Between 26 February and 5 March 2013, French warship FS Courbet, operating as part of EU Naval Force counter piracy mission Operation Atalanta, together with an embarked Estonian Vessel Protection Detachment (VPD), escorted a World Food Programme (WFP) ship that was carrying much-needed food and aid
VIDEO: Raytheon’s Defense Systems Protect Maritime Assets
Navies play a key role in protecting economic security across the oceans and preserving national sovereignties of the seas by preventing smuggling, poaching, terrorism and peer nation threats. Take a look at a video of Raytheon’s integrated naval defense solutions which are developed to protect Excl
Entry into Force of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC)
The International Labour Organization (ILO) adopted the MLC on 23 February 2006. Following ratification of the Convention by the thirtieth State on 20 August 2012, the Convention will enter into force internationally on 20 August 2013. As of 27 February 2013, thirty five States have now ratified the
Pirates Kidnap Three Offshore Nigeria
Pirates have kidnapped three sailors from an offshore support vessel in Nigerian waters. The attack reportedly occurred Tuesday, March 5, in the Niger Delta. According to Reuters, the pirates have kidnapped the captain, chief engineer and second engineer from the Armada Tuah 22 Anchor Handling Tug.
IMS Dredges Continues to Expand Globally
IMS Divison of LWT, LLC reports strong global expansion in Asia, Africa, and Latin America for 2012 going into 2013. “Our reputation is growing fast globally and our clientele is confident in our documented successes with governments and private contractors,” says Ryan Horton, IMS Global Sales Direc
Gasol Raises Funds for Benin LNG Project
Gasol plc, the West African energy development company, announced that it has executed a multi-tranche, unsecured bond instrument. The Bond has an interest rate (after making any applicable deduction on account of withholding taxes) of 10 per cent per annum and a maturity of 3 years. Interest is pay
Mozambique: “Macuti” to Arrive at Beira Port with Delay
According to Carlos Isidoro, the director for Transport and Communications of Sofala province, the Macuti ocean dredger is expected to arrive at the port of Beira at the end of the first half of 2013. This dredger, built in Lithuania by Western Baltija Shipbuilding, will ensure a depth of at least 8