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Thursday, June 20, 2019
RESOLVE PIONEER Receives AMVER Award from USCG Commandant Schultz
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RESOLVE PIONEER Receives AMVER Award from USCG Commandant Schultz

Press Release – Resolve Marine Group is the proud recipient of the prestigious AMVER AWARD, Automated Mutual Assistance Vessel Rescue System, for the

June 20, 2019
Total Views: 63

Tuesday, June 18, 2019
port of los angeles
Shipping News

Trade War Concerns Impacting Shipping Confidence

Confidence in the shipping industry has fallen marginally over the past three months, largely as a result of ongoing concern over trade wars and increased

June 18, 2019
Total Views: 20

Incat Crowther Shadow Cat Offers Unparalleled Capability
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Incat Crowther Shadow Cat Offers Unparalleled Capability

Press Release – Incat Crowther is pleased to announce the delivery of Shadow Cat HODOR. HODOR is the first in the Shadow Cat range which brings Incat

June 18, 2019
Total Views: 206

Monday, June 17, 2019
Offshore

Atlantic Towing Orders Hybrid Battery-Powered PSV

Canada-based Atlantic Towing has entered into a contract with Norwegian ship technology group Havyard for the purchase of a state-of-the-art hybrid

June 17, 2019
Total Views: 113

Friday, June 14, 2019
U.S. Military Says Video Proves Iran was Behind Tanker Attacks
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U.S. Military Says Video Proves Iran was Behind Tanker Attacks

The U.S. Central Command released video Friday which it says proves that Iran was behind two tanker attacks in the Gulf of Oman on Thursday.  CENTCOM also

June 14, 2019
Total Views: 92

Wednesday, June 12, 2019
RAlly 1900-SX Steel Utility Boat Delivered
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RAlly 1900-SX Steel Utility Boat Delivered

Press Release – Robert Allan Ltd. – The first RAlly 1900-SX was delivered in June to new owner Düzgit Group in Turkey by Sanmar

June 12, 2019
Total Views: 67

Friday, June 7, 2019
Ship Radar ECDIS Console
Shipping News

U.S. Coast Guard Loosens Radar Renewal Requirements for Experienced Mariners

The U.S. Coast Guard has published a final rule amending the requirements for renewal of a radar observer endorsement, making refresher courses no longer

June 7, 2019
Total Views: 896

Thursday, June 6, 2019
ulstein ropax x-bow concept design
Shipping News

Ulstein Unveils RoPax Concept Design

Norwegian shipbuilding group Ulstein has unveiled a concept design for a roll-on/roll-off passenger vessel featuring its trademark X-Box hull design. The

June 6, 2019
Total Views: 247

Wednesday, June 5, 2019
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Shipping News

Former Euronav CEO Paddy Rodgers to Join Royal Greenwich Museums as Director

Former Euronav CEO Paddy Rodgers has been appointed to the position of Director at the Royal Museums Greenwich in England, succeeding Kevin Fewster.

June 5, 2019
Total Views: 143

Tuesday, June 4, 2019
Shipping Losses Falling But Number of Incidents Steady -Study
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Shipping Losses Falling But Number of Incidents Steady -Study

Large shipping losses in 2018 fell to their lowest level this century, having declined by over 50% year-over-year, according to Allianz Global Corporate &

June 4, 2019
Total Views: 484

unmanned autonomous ship
Shipping News

ABS Outlook Identifies Strategies for Reaching Low Carbon Shipping Targets

International classification society ABS has launched its Low Carbon Shipping Outlook to help the maritime sector evaluate potential paths to decarbonization

June 4, 2019
Total Views: 56

Thursday, May 30, 2019
us oil exports
Shipping News

Dredging Kicks Off in Project to Expand Port of Corpus Christi Ship Channel

The Port of Corpus Christi is celebrating the start of dredging work in the project to expand the Corpus Christi Ship Channel to prepare the port for the

May 30, 2019
Total Views: 80

Intellian v240MT wins Satellite Technology of the Year Award
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Intellian v240MT wins Satellite Technology of the Year Award

Press Release – Intellian is pleased to announce that the v240MT was selected by industry voters and a panel of technical experts as the inaugural winner

May 30, 2019
Total Views: 62

Wednesday, May 29, 2019
Voltaire offshore wind installation vessel
Shipping News

Jan De Nul Orders World’s Most-Capable Wind Turbine Installation Vessel

Belgian offshore construction and dredging group Jan De Nul has placed an order for its third and largest offshore wind turbine installation group at COSCO

May 29, 2019
Total Views: 390

ABB opens Marine Service Center in Russia in support of growing Arctic maritime industries
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ABB opens Marine Service Center in Russia in support of growing Arctic maritime industries

Press Release – ABB – The newly inaugurated center will support ABB’s ship power, propulsion and automation technologies and expand service

May 29, 2019
Total Views: 122

Thursday, May 23, 2019
Robert G. Allan presented with CMC Legacy Award at the 23rd BC Tugboat Conference
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Robert G. Allan presented with CMC Legacy Award at the 23rd BC Tugboat Conference

Press Release – Robert G. (Rob) Allan was presented with the CMC Legacy Award at the 23rd BC Tugboat Conference held in Victoria, BC earlier this

May 23, 2019
Total Views: 31

Wednesday, May 22, 2019
training ship golden bear
Blog

Cal Maritime Training Ship Bumps Shoreside Crane on Arrival in Barbados – Incident Video

Cal Maritime’s Training Ship Golden Bear sustained minor damage after one of its mast hit a shoreside gantry crane as it arrived in Barbados on Tuesday

May 22, 2019
Total Views: 1246

jones act container ship
Blog

U.S. Celebrates National Maritime Day

Happy National Maritime Day! Each year, on May 22nd, the United States celebrates National Maritime Day, a holiday in observance of the contributions of the

May 22, 2019
Total Views: 79

Tuesday, May 21, 2019
Mercy Ships Marks 100,000 Surgical Procedures Onboard its Hospital Ships
Shipping News

Mercy Ships Marks 100,000 Surgical Procedures Onboard its Hospital Ships

Mercy Ships is celebrating its 100,000th surgical procedure by medical volunteers onboard its charity hospital ships. The milestone procedure was performed on

May 21, 2019
Total Views: 154

National Security Multi-Mission Vessel
Shipping News

TOTE Selected as Construction Manager for New Multi-Mission Training Ship

The U.S. Maritime Administration has awarded Jacksonville-based TOTE Services the contract to serve as the Vessel Construction Manager for the new National

May 21, 2019
Total Views: 227