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  • Charleston District to Receive $28.5M

    3 February 2015
    Business & Finance, Project & Tenders

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Charleston District, yesterday announced that the President’s Budget for fiscal year 2016 includes approximately $28.5 million for the civil works program of the District. According to USACE, the budget reflects the Administration’s priorities to support and improve the Nation’s economy, protect the American people, and restore the environment. The budget allocated $25 million […]

  • Oceanteam elects interim CFO amid financial restructuring

    21 October 2016
    Business & Finance

    Norwegian-Dutch offshore service provider Oceanteam is in the process of developing a restructuring plan that will secure a capital cost and structure and support the company’s financial flexibility.  The company, which is comprised of two operating segments, Oceanteam Shipping and Oceanteam Solutions, said on Friday it has initiated constructive dialogue with its stakeholders to shape its […]

  • AGR Wins Major Software Contract with Petronas (Malaysia)

    21 February 2011
    Business & Finance

      AGR Petroleum Services has secured a contract worth more than £450,000 to provide its risk management software to Petronas, Malaysia’s National Oil Company (NOC). AGR’s P1™ version 3.9.9 technology allows operators to maximise performance during well construction projects by drawing on data from previous activity to offer operators a range of solutions to problems […]

  • Shipowners Look to IMO for Next Steps on CO2 File

    4 February 2014
    Business & Finance

    Members of the European Parliament’s Environment, Public Health and Food Safety (ENVI) Committee agreed recently on a compromise position on the monitoring, reporting and verification (MRV) of CO2 emissions from maritime transport, which lays the foundation for a global measure to reduce CO2 emissions from international shipping. Shipping being a truly global industry, regional legislation […]

  • Russia: Baltic Shipyard to Start Construction of New Icebreaker in May

    14 March 2012

    Baltiysky Zavod JSC (Baltic Shipyard) is about to start construction on a new 25 MW icebreaker ordered by Rosmorport. The keel laying is scheduled for the end of the May. The shipbuilding contract, worth around USD 640 million, was signed by the United Shipbuilding Corporation and Federal Agency for Maritime and River Transport. The following […]

  • Australia: Eastern Star Gas Starts Operations at Tintsfield Pilot

    1 April 2011

      Eastern Star Gas Limited, Operator of the Narrabri Gas Joint Venture, announced that operation of the Tintsfield Lateral Well Pilot will commence today. The Tintsfield Pilot is located around 8 km southwest of Narrabri and is the first pilot to target the extensive Hoskissons coal seam. Although the pilot was drilled in the first […]

  • Douglas-Westwood Expects 42 Pct Increase in AUV Fleet by 2018

    3 April 2014
    Business & Finance, Equipment, Research & Development

    Douglas-Westwood (DW) forecast that the global AUV (autonomous underwater vehicle) fleet will increase 42% in the 2014-2018 period, compared to the previous five years. The fleet is forecast to total 825 units in 2018, led by strong demand in the military sector. The military sector makes up 50% of AUV demand, with North America accounting […]

  • India Disposes of Alang Hazardous Waste from Shipbreaking

    10 February 2017
    Business & Finance

    All hazardous waste generated at Alang shiprecycling facilities is being disposed of “in a safe and environmentally sound manner” in Gujarat Pollution Control Board authorized Treatment, Storage and Disposal Facility (TSDF) site, India’s Ministry of Shipping informed. Operated by Gujarat Maritime Board, the landfills are constructed as per the Guidelines of Central Pollution Control Board and […]

  • Minister Ewing Concerned for Scottish Renewable Power

    6 November 2013
    Authorities & Government

    The UK Government’s energy policy reforms could cause blackouts and rising energy prices in Scotland, said Scotland’s Energy Minister, Fergus Ewing. In a letter he wrote to the Secretary of State Ed Davey, he said: “We have examined the UK Government’s proposals carefully, discussing them in detail with the industry and other stakeholders. I believe […]

  • Statnett Gets Green Light for Two Major Subsea Cable Links

    13 October 2014
    Business & Finance, Equipment, Operations & Maintenance

    Today, the Norwegian Ministry of Petroleum and Energy has granted Statnett licences to construct interconnectors to Germany and the UK. These projects have thus taken an important step closer to realisation. “We are very pleased that the Ministry has now issued licences for the two planned subsea cables to Germany and the UK. This is […]

  • AtoBviaC Distance Tables Now Offered through Voyager Planning Station

    9 January 2014
    Business & Finance

    Industry leading BP Shipping Marine Distance Tables are now incorporated into the highly regarded Voyager Planning Station solution, AtoBviaC announced. From this month, bridge personnel can take advantage of the accuracy and quality of AtoBviaC’s distance tables while at the same time enjoying the state-of-the-art route planning, intelligent data management and quality of compliance provided […]

  • ECSA: Responsible Practices in Alang Need to Be Supported

    13 June 2016

    With close to 70% of all vessels being recycled in South Asia, the shipbreaking yards in Alang, India are one of the most important centers for ship recycling, therefore responsible practices at the site should be encouraged rather than dismissed, according to the European Community Shipowners’ Association (ECSA). At European level, the EU Ship Recycling Regulation could prove […]

  • USA: Army Corps OKs Lake Worth Inlet Dredging

    18 April 2014
    Business & Finance, Equipment, Technology

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers signed the Chief’s Report on deepening and widening portions of the Lake Worth Inlet, Palm Beach Harbor. The Chief’s Report outlines the major national benefits of the project including transportation cost savings and increased economic efficiency of the port. The inlet’s primary problems include economic inefficiencies exacerbated by channel […]

  • EU Will Exceed Renewable Energy Goal of 20 Percent by 2020

    5 January 2011
    Business & Finance

    The EU 27 will exceed its target of meeting 20 % of its gross final energy consumption from renewable sources by 2020. Today the European Wind Energy Association published its analysis of the 27 National Renewable Energy Action Plans, submitted by the EU Member States to the European Commission. “Taken together the Action Plans show […]

  • Boskalis to Reduce Fleet by 24, Workforce by 650

    11 July 2016
    Business & Finance

    Royal Boskalis Westminster has decided to take 24 vessels out of service in the coming two years, which will result in the loss of approximately 650 jobs worldwide during this period. The company based the decision on the results of its fleet rationalization study that was initiated in light of deteriorating market conditions and an expected […]

  • Kongsberg Maritime Enhances OE14-408 Digital Stills Camera

    19 June 2014
    Business & Finance, Equipment

    Kongsberg Maritime, a leading developer of underwater imaging products has further enhanced its high resolution digital stills camera the OE14-408, through the addition of an Ethernet control interface and a new, ergonomically designed graphical user interface. The OE14-408 with its 1/1.7” CCD sensor, five time’s optical zoom and achromatic doublet lens has the ability to […]

  • 7 stowaways arrested after UK forces take control over suspected hijacked tanker

    26 October 2020
    Authorities & Government, Human Capital, Safety, Vessels

    British armed forces have taken control of the oil tanker Nave Andromeda after seven stowaways reportedly hijacked the vessel in the English Channel over the weekend. The Liberian-flagged tanker arrived into UK waters on Sunday from Lagos, where the stowaways allegedly boarded the vessel. The crew issued a mayday call on October 25, while situated […]

  • EdgeTech Performs St. John’s Harbor Mapping with 6205 System

    28 April 2014
    Business & Finance, Equipment, Research & Development

    EdgeTech, high resolution sonar imaging systems and underwater technology provider, mapped St. John’s Harbor in record time during the recent Canadian Hydrographic Conference. During the on-water demonstrations, EdgeTech’s recently introduced 6205 Bathymetry System collected co-registered bathymetry and side scan sonar data in less than 3 hours. The processed data created a stunning bathymetric map of […]

  • Fairstar Accepts Delivery of FORTE in China

    1 June 2012

    Fairstar Heavy Transport N.V. (FAIR) has taken delivery of the semi-submersible heavy transport, FORTE. The closing documentation has been completed to the satisfaction of Fairstar’s bankers, classification society and the Dutch Flag State. Fairstar has drawn down on the USD 247 million facility led by ING Bank and effected all outstanding payments due to Guangzhou […]

  • UK: Modus Takes Delivery of Autonomous Underwater Vehicle

    9 August 2013
    Technology

    Modus Seabed Intervention, the leading subsea engineering and specialist Unmanned Underwater Vehicle (UUV) service provider, has taken delivery of its first Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) as the company expands its technology-led subsea capabilities. The acquisition is part of a planned investment programme by the North East England-based company to develop a dedicated division operating a […]

  • Fundy Tidal Gets Funds for Collaborative Marine Life Observation Program

    19 May 2014
    Business & Finance, Equipment, Research & Development

    The Nova Scotia Offshore Energy Research Association awarded funding to Fundy Tidal, the Canadian Whale Institute, and Conserve.iO for a marine life observation program including public participation. Free smart phone applications will be available to public (“citizen scientists”), whale tour operators, and other users (including trained dedicated observers) to participate in recording marine life observations […]

  • HHI, KSOE win green light for autonomous navigation innovations

    12 September 2023
    Automation, Business Developments & Projects, Certification & Classification, Equipment, Green Marine, Innovation, Regulation & Policy, Technology, Vessels

    HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) and HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (KSOE) have won approvals in principle (AiPs) from ABS for two new solutions that support autonomous navigation and address a more sustainable maritime industry. The Artificial Intelligence-based Smart LNG Boil-off Gas Management System (Hi-GAS+ AI CHS) is expected to improve fuel efficiency and […]

  • Prysmian Moves Forward with New Cable-Layer Construction

    10 September 2019

    Prysmian Group has taken a step forward in the construction of its new cable-laying vessel. In accordance with the timeline, basic design phase has been substantially completed, detail engineering is well in progress, steel cutting started in May 2019 and keel laying work kicked off last week at Vard’s shipyards, the company informed. Named Leonardo […]

  • MAATS Tech Introduces Novel Cable Lay Solution for Deepwater Works

    26 April 2018
    Technology

    UK marine engineering company MAATS Tech has announced that it received a patent for its latest product, the Vessel Enabler, a modular chute that enables high-tension horizontal cable lay in deep waters and thus eliminates the need for a vertical lay tower or vertical lay system.

  • PNG LNG: Trainees Graduate from First Stage of Training (Papua New Guinea)

    6 December 2011

    A group of 73 Papua New Guineans have taken the first steps towards an exciting new career, completing the first stage of their Production Operations and Maintenance training program. Trainees who meet the program’s academic and behavioural expectations will travel to Canada in January to complete one year of Advanced Skills Training before returning to […]