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Wednesday, December 7, 2011
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Interesting

High Tech Equipment Unveils Ancient Sunken Islands in the Depths Off Australia

(University of Sydney)  In the remote waters of the Indian Ocean, west of Perth, scientists have just discovered two sunken islands, almost the size of

Wednesday, December 7, 2011
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Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Another Death on Infamous Queen Mary
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Another Death on Infamous Queen Mary

A woman has plunged to her death on the RMS Queen Mary, the legendary (and haunted) ocean liner permanently docked in Long Beach.  The accident happened at

December 6, 2011
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Port Reopens After Damaged Vale Beijing Removed from Berth

Port Reopens After Damaged Vale Beijing Removed from Berth

Brazilian mining giant Vale said Tuesday that the damaged Vale Beijing, the world’s largest iron-ore carrier, has been removed from berth at Pier I at

December 6, 2011
Total Views: 175

Frontline to Split in Restructuring Deal

Frontline to Split in Restructuring Deal

Oil tanker giant, Frontline Ltd., announced today that the company’s restructuring has been approved by the Board of the Company will be put forward to

December 6, 2011
Total Views: 110

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Blog

Intermarine CEO Interview Part 2: Project Cargo, Newbuilding, Wind Turbines, and the Heavy Lift Club..

Part 2 of an exclusive gCaptain interview with Intermarine’s CEO, Andre Grikitis, and CFO, Michael Dumas. By Jack Mylott, Partner, Flagship Management

December 6, 2011
Total Views: 116

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Multimedia

The 27th International Maritime Organization Assembly [VIDEO]

[vimeo]http://vimeo.com/33180141[/vimeo] A wide range of resolutions, reflecting the broad canvas of the Organization’s work, was adopted by the 27th

December 6, 2011
Total Views: 96

Most Read

Eastern Shipbuilding Suspends Work on Coast Guard’s Offshore Patrol Cutter Program
Shipbuilding

Eastern Shipbuilding Suspends Work on Coast Guard’s Offshore Patrol Cutter Program

Eastern Shipbuilding Group has announced the suspension of work on the U.S. Coast Guard’s two Offshore Patrol Cutters, citing unsustainable financial

Single Loose Wire Caused Dali’s Catastrophic Bridge Strike, NTSB Concludes
Accidents

Single Loose Wire Caused Dali’s Catastrophic Bridge Strike, NTSB Concludes

A labeling band on a single signal wire caused the electrical blackout that led to the containership Dali’s collision with Baltimore’s Francis

Iran Confirms Seizure Of Tanker in Gulf, Citing ‘Unauthorized Cargo’
Shipping

Iran Confirms Seizure Of Tanker in Gulf, Citing ‘Unauthorized Cargo’

Iran confirmed on Saturday that its Revolutionary Guards had seized a tanker in Gulf waters carrying a cargo of petrochemicals bound for Singapore over alleged

Watch: Norwegian Submarine Destroys Decommissioned Frigate in Arctic Warfare Exercise
Defense

Watch: Norwegian Submarine Destroys Decommissioned Frigate in Arctic Warfare Exercise

NATO has released dramatic footage from Exercise Aegir 25, showing the Norwegian submarine KNM Uthaug firing a torpedo that destroyed the decommissioned

South Korean Ferry Carrying 267 Passengers Runs Aground Near Jindo
Accidents

South Korean Ferry Carrying 267 Passengers Runs Aground Near Jindo

A South Korean passenger ferry carrying 267 passengers and crew ran aground on Wednesday off the southwestern tip of the Korean peninsula, triggering a rescue


Monday, December 5, 2011
Huntington Ingalls Releases Rap Video – “Safety First” [VIDEO]
Engineering News

Huntington Ingalls Releases Rap Video – “Safety First” [VIDEO]

Jimi Hendrix once said “If there is something to be changed in this world, then it can only happen through music.”  When it comes to shipyard

December 5, 2011
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Going Green: Navy Places World’s Largest Advanced Biofuel Order

Going Green: Navy Places World’s Largest Advanced Biofuel Order

Dynamic Fuels, LLC, a joint venture between Tyson Foods and Syntroleum Corporation, said today it has won a contract with the U.S. Navy to supply an astounding

December 5, 2011
Total Views: 27

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Blog

Really Mr. Matsuda? Maritime Matters?

We had no idea… thanks for the heads up sir. David Matsuda, the highest ranking maritime official in the US government, came down to New Orleans for the

December 5, 2011
Total Views: 52

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Blog

Terrorism, Pirates, and Blowing the Whistle on Commercial Fishing Before it Causes the Next Big Attack, Part 1

By Jeffrey J. Milstein, Moran Office of Maritime and Port Security (MOMPS)  There are many different types of possible terrorists, but the simplest

December 5, 2011
Total Views: 67

Sunday, December 4, 2011
U.S. Subcommittee: USCG Needs Icebreakers
USCG

U.S. Subcommittee: USCG Needs Icebreakers

Washington, DC – The Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation, chaired by U.S. Rep. Frank A. LoBiondo (R-NJ), held a hearing last week to

December 4, 2011
Total Views: 21

Most Read

Eastern Shipbuilding Suspends Work on Coast Guard’s Offshore Patrol Cutter Program
Shipbuilding

Eastern Shipbuilding Suspends Work on Coast Guard’s Offshore Patrol Cutter Program

Eastern Shipbuilding Group has announced the suspension of work on the U.S. Coast Guard’s two Offshore Patrol Cutters, citing unsustainable financial

Single Loose Wire Caused Dali’s Catastrophic Bridge Strike, NTSB Concludes
Accidents

Single Loose Wire Caused Dali’s Catastrophic Bridge Strike, NTSB Concludes

A labeling band on a single signal wire caused the electrical blackout that led to the containership Dali’s collision with Baltimore’s Francis

Iran Confirms Seizure Of Tanker in Gulf, Citing ‘Unauthorized Cargo’
Shipping

Iran Confirms Seizure Of Tanker in Gulf, Citing ‘Unauthorized Cargo’

Iran confirmed on Saturday that its Revolutionary Guards had seized a tanker in Gulf waters carrying a cargo of petrochemicals bound for Singapore over alleged

Watch: Norwegian Submarine Destroys Decommissioned Frigate in Arctic Warfare Exercise
Defense

Watch: Norwegian Submarine Destroys Decommissioned Frigate in Arctic Warfare Exercise

NATO has released dramatic footage from Exercise Aegir 25, showing the Norwegian submarine KNM Uthaug firing a torpedo that destroyed the decommissioned

South Korean Ferry Carrying 267 Passengers Runs Aground Near Jindo
Accidents

South Korean Ferry Carrying 267 Passengers Runs Aground Near Jindo

A South Korean passenger ferry carrying 267 passengers and crew ran aground on Wednesday off the southwestern tip of the Korean peninsula, triggering a rescue


Sunday, December 4, 2011
Unique Project Proves Bourbon not Limited to Offshore Oil and Gas

Unique Project Proves Bourbon not Limited to Offshore Oil and Gas

BOURBON this week demonstrated that its range of services is not limited to the offshore oil and gas industry, successfully installing an innovative wind

December 4, 2011
Total Views: 72

Volvo Ocean Race Mar Mostro Team Bremen
Blog

Cargo Ship Picks Up “Sea Monster”, a Special Delivery to Cape Town [VIDEO]

Mar Mostro, Puma Ocean Racing powered by Berg‘s entry in the Volvo Ocean Race is finally on her way east to Cape Town after their unfortunate

December 4, 2011
Total Views: 114

Saturday, December 3, 2011
Andre Grikitis intermarine shipping
Blog

Intermarine CEO Discusses Operations, Ex-Im Bank Financing, Part 1 [INTERVIEW]

Part 1 of an exclusive gCaptain Interview with Intermarine’s CEO, Andre Grikitis, and CFO, Michael Dumas. By Jack Mylott, Partner, Flagship Management

December 3, 2011
Total Views: 63

Friday, December 2, 2011
Huntington Ingalls Wins $46M Contract, World’s Largest 5-Axis Saw Put to Use
Engineering News

Huntington Ingalls Wins $46M Contract, World’s Largest 5-Axis Saw Put to Use

PASCAGOULA, Miss., Dec. 2, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE:HII) today announced that the company’s

December 2, 2011
Total Views: 84

Wednesday, November 30, 2011
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Finance

Seadrill (NYSE:SDRL) Delivers One of Their “Best Quarterly Operating Profits Ever”

“At a point in time when there is turbulence in the financial markets we are very pleased to deliver one of our best quarterly operating profit ever

November 30, 2011
Total Views: 39

Corporate News

November 18, 2025

Maersk chooses Charlotte, North Carolina for its  North American Headquarters

A.P. Moller-Maersk (Maersk) announced today that it has selected Charlotte  for its official North America headquarters, committing to add more than 500 jobs to Its current

November 17, 2025

Teijin Aramid launches Twaron Next®: world’s most sustainable para-aramid

Teijin Aramid introduced Twaron Next®, a high-performance para-aramid engineered with a clear focus on sustainability. The new material combines strength, durability, and thermal

November 12, 2025

Damen acquires UK-based I.M.E Group

Next step in development of UK services offering Damen has announced the acquisition of Southampton-based I.M.E Group Ltd. The acquisition follows close collaboration between the

November 6, 2025

Stena Bulk vessels deploy Inmarsat NexusWave as part of Northern Marine Management’s crew welfare strategy

The fully managed bonded connectivity solution will support NMM’s strategic communications vision on seafarer welfare, recruitment and retention Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat

November 5, 2025

Damen unveils Combi Freighter 5000 ICE

Ice class vessel enables cost efficient, low emission ice class operations Damen Shipyards Group has unveiled the latest platform in its successful cargo vessels portfolio. The

November 4, 2025

Polaris Founder Launches Maritime PR Guide as Sector Moves Into Spotlight

Polaris media founder Ben Pinnington launches new maritime PR book urging maritime business to harness sector’s new high profile  The global maritime industry is being urged to

November 4, 2025

Irving OmniLift® Shiplift Advances to Equipment Production on largest Shiplift in North America

This milestone reflects Bardex’s commitment to precision, reliability, and on-time project delivery. Bardex, in partnership with Irving Shipbuilding, Inc., today announced

November 2, 2025

Incat Crowther to Design Next Generation Offshore Support Vessel for Carpentaria Marine

Carpentaria Marine Services (Carpentaria Marine), a marine services provider in northern Australia, is  expanding its fleet after commissioning Incat Crowther to design a new

Corporate News

November 18, 2025

Maersk chooses Charlotte, North Carolina for its  North American Headquarters

A.P. Moller-Maersk (Maersk) announced today that it has selected Charlotte  for its official North America headquarters, committing to add more than 500 jobs to Its current

November 17, 2025

Teijin Aramid launches Twaron Next®: world’s most sustainable para-aramid

Teijin Aramid introduced Twaron Next®, a high-performance para-aramid engineered with a clear focus on sustainability. The new material combines strength, durability, and thermal

November 12, 2025

Damen acquires UK-based I.M.E Group

Next step in development of UK services offering Damen has announced the acquisition of Southampton-based I.M.E Group Ltd. The acquisition follows close collaboration between the

November 6, 2025

Stena Bulk vessels deploy Inmarsat NexusWave as part of Northern Marine Management’s crew welfare strategy

The fully managed bonded connectivity solution will support NMM’s strategic communications vision on seafarer welfare, recruitment and retention Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat

November 5, 2025

Damen unveils Combi Freighter 5000 ICE

Ice class vessel enables cost efficient, low emission ice class operations Damen Shipyards Group has unveiled the latest platform in its successful cargo vessels portfolio. The

November 4, 2025

Polaris Founder Launches Maritime PR Guide as Sector Moves Into Spotlight

Polaris media founder Ben Pinnington launches new maritime PR book urging maritime business to harness sector’s new high profile  The global maritime industry is being urged to

November 4, 2025

Irving OmniLift® Shiplift Advances to Equipment Production on largest Shiplift in North America

This milestone reflects Bardex’s commitment to precision, reliability, and on-time project delivery. Bardex, in partnership with Irving Shipbuilding, Inc., today announced

November 2, 2025

Incat Crowther to Design Next Generation Offshore Support Vessel for Carpentaria Marine

Carpentaria Marine Services (Carpentaria Marine), a marine services provider in northern Australia, is  expanding its fleet after commissioning Incat Crowther to design a new


Tuesday, November 29, 2011
USCG’s Third Fast Response Cutter Launched
USCG

USCG’s Third Fast Response Cutter Launched

The United States Coast Guard announced Tuesday the launch of its third Sentinel-class, Fast Response Cutter, the William Flores, at Bollinger Shipyards in

November 29, 2011
Total Views: 94

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News

Shipping Industry Ponders $100 Billion Green Climate Fund

DURBAN, South Africa (Dow Jones)–The global shipping industry body said Tuesday it could consider contributing to a Green Climate Fund that aims to raise

November 29, 2011
Total Views: 41

Monday, November 28, 2011
The Ugly Truth About Yacht Insurance
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The Ugly Truth About Yacht Insurance

Mr. Soledano (not his real name), the owner of a Hatteras cabin cruiser in Miami, stared at me in horror. “What?” he demanded. “It’s

November 28, 2011
Total Views: 509

Ulstein Unveils New Offshore Wind Installation Vessel

Ulstein Unveils New Offshore Wind Installation Vessel

Ulstein today unveiled a custom-designed installation vessel for Norwegian-based NorWind Installer specifically designed for the offshore wind industry. The

November 28, 2011
Total Views: 98

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Marine Salvage

Ship Arrestor – Dropping Giant Sea-Anchors Via Helicopter To Assist Salvors

The ShipArrestor, chosen from among 1200 projects funded by the European Union, defends coastlines against environmental damage when a drifting oil tanker runs

November 28, 2011
Total Views: 178

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gCaptain-jobs

Find Your Next Opportunity

Whether you’re an employer or a jobseeker, gCaptain connects maritime talent with opportunity. Check out our job section to look for qualified candidates or find your next dream job.


Monday, November 28, 2011
Caterpillar MaK CAT NYSE:CAT Dual Fuel Marine Engine
Engineering News

Clean and Efficient Shipping by CAT: New Marine Engine Burns Both LNG and Diesel Fuels

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT) Announces the Development of Their First High Performance Dual Fuel Marine Engine. Caterpillar Marine Power Systems is pleased to

November 28, 2011
Total Views: 275

Iskes Towage & Salvage Damen tug Argus
Engineering News

The Green Tug Project – Energy Efficient Design for Workboats

In November 2011 Iskes Towage & Salvage took its first Damen tug into operation: the ASD 2810 ‘Argus’. Pleased with its capabilities, Iskes

November 28, 2011
Total Views: 121

Sunday, November 27, 2011
M/V Swanland Sinks in Irish sea – Prince William rescues two sailors, one dead, five still missing [RESCUE VIDEO]

M/V Swanland Sinks in Irish sea – Prince William rescues two sailors, one dead, five still missing [RESCUE VIDEO]

Developing story… Five crewmembers from the cargo ship M/V Swanland are missing after the vessel sank in heavy seas in the Irish Sea early Sunday

November 27, 2011
Total Views: 157

gCaptain Cyber-Monday Holiday Book Deal
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gCaptain Cyber-Monday Holiday Book Deal

Have you started your holiday shopping? It’s said that a book signed by the author is worth twice the cover price and, for that reason, gCaptain is

November 27, 2011
Total Views: 28

Saturday, November 26, 2011
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Blog

Tsunami Escape Pod – New Technology Could Save You From The Next Giant Wave

It was the day after Christmas 2004 when my wife received a call from a relative asking if I was ok. I departed the region a week before, but

November 26, 2011
Total Views: 808