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Ukraine, Moldova Discuss Shale Gas
Producing unconventional gas reserves like shale might serve as an alternative to natural gas from Russia, the Ukrainian prime minister… (upi) [mappress] Source: upi, October 4, 2011
Singapore: Geophysics Professor to Discuss Risks of Dredging and Land Reclamation
Dr. Lucien Halleux, explains that some of the risks associated with dredging and land reclamation projects cover multiple financial, technical and operational aspects. And as with any other industrial activity, the risk control of dredging operations starts with a thorough understanding of the proce
Rolls-Royce Secures Environship Order (UK)
Rolls-Royce, the global power systems company, has received its first order for vessels based on the Group’s award-winning, highly efficient, Environship concept. Rolls-Royce will design and provide integrated power and propulsion systems for two technologically advanced cargo vessels, which have be
UK Prompt Gas Jumps
British prompt gas prices rebounded on Tuesday on the back of lower imports from Norway and a day-on-day rise in demand levels driven by… (reuters) [mappress] Source: reuters, October 4, 2011
Denmark Takes Part in IMOs Sub-Committee Meeting
The United Nations’ International Maritime Organization (IMO) has just held its annual session in the Sub-Committee on the carriage of dangerous goods. Denmark took part in the meeting and was represented by the Danish Maritime Authority. As one of the main issues at the meeting, it was decided to f
The Netherlands: Completion of Dredging at BTT Scheduled for November
Maritime contractor Hakkers of Werkendam started driving new mooring piles at the jetty of Botlek Tank Terminal (HES Beheer interest 50%) on the 3rd of October. The waterdepth at BTT’s jetty is currently being increased from 13.65 to 15 metres, so that BTT will be capable of receiving vessels with a
The Netherlands: Port of Rotterdam Authority Signs Declaration of Intent with Vinalines
Recently, the Port of Rotterdam Authority signed a declaration of intent with Vinalines, Vietnam’s largest state-run enterprise in the maritime sector. The ultimate aim is joint investigation of the feasibility of further cooperation between the parties for the development and exploitation of ports.
Mozah LNG Carrier Scheduled at UK South Hook October 10
The Mozah LNG carrier, with a capacity of 266,000 cubic metres, is due to arrive in the UK’s South Hook terminal October 10, according to the Milford Haven Port Authority website. The South Hook terminal can process 15.6 million tonnes of LNG a year and is capable of delivering 21 billion cubic metr
Mozah LNG Carrier Scheduled at UK South Hook October 10
The Mozah LNG carrier, with a capacity of 266,000 cubic metres, is due to arrive in the UK’s South Hook terminal October 10, according to the Milford Haven Port Authority website. The South Hook terminal can process 15.6 million tonnes of LNG a year and is capable of delivering 21 billion cubic metr
Gael Force Wins Award for SeaLimpet Mooring Device (UK)
Specialist in marine engineering, equipment and aquaculture, Gael Force Group, is celebrating after winning the best subsea industry service supply title at the Energy North awards in Inverness. The company won the award for the development of its innovative SeaLimpet floating gravity-based mooring
Greek Owned MV Dover Released from Pirate Control
Following payment of a ransom, the M/V DOVER, which was pirated on 28 February 2011 approximately 260 nautical miles North East of Salalah in the Arabian Sea, has been released from pirate control off the coast of Somalia on 30 September. The ship arrived yesterday in the port of Salalah (Oman). M/V
Gazprom: South Stream Project on Schedule (Russia)
The Gazprom Management Committee took notice of the information relevant to the results of the Consolidated Feasibility Study on the South Stream project and its readiness for working out project documents. Specialized structural units were tasked to proceed with the South Stream project as part of
GDF SUEZ Completes Sale of G6 Rete Gas (Italy)
GDF SUEZ has closed yesterday the sale of G6 Rete Gas to the consortium composed by F2i infrastructure fund, AXA Private Equity and Enel Distribution. The transaction prices the distribution assets at € 772 million, which amounts to 103% of the 2010 regulated asset base, 9.3 times the Ebitda and 17.
The Netherlands: Gazprom, RWE Discuss Bilateral Cooperation
The Hague hosted yesterday a working meeting between Alexey Miller, Chairman of the Gazprom Management Committee and Jurgen Grossman, Chief Executive Officer of RWE. The parties discussed the issues of bilateral cooperation. [mappress] Source: Gazprom, October 4, 2011