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Monday, December 17, 2012
International Cruise Associations Unite Under CLIA Umbrella

International Cruise Associations Unite Under CLIA Umbrella

Nine separate cruise industry associations on Monday confirmed that they have agreed to join forces and unite as a single organization advocating for the

Monday, December 17, 2012
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Shipbuilding

Is Keppel Buying Into China?

Keppel Corp., the world’s biggest oil-rig builder, may consider buying a yard in China as the nation boosts offshore drilling to meet rising energy

December 17, 2012
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d'amico
News

d’Amico International Exercises $64 Million Option for Two More Product Tankers

d’Amico International Shipping S.A. (Borsa Italiana: DIS), an international product tanker owner, announced today their plans to exercise an option to

December 17, 2012
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60 Minutes Special: Salvaging The Costa Concordia [FULL EPISODE]
Interesting

60 Minutes Special: Salvaging The Costa Concordia [FULL EPISODE]

60 Minutes aired a special last night on the salvage of the Costa Concordia, giving viewers an inside look at Titan Salvage and Micoperi’s operation to

December 17, 2012
Total Views: 201

Suffering in the Dry Bulk Market, Paragon Shipping Reaches Financial Agreements with Lendors
Finance

Suffering in the Dry Bulk Market, Paragon Shipping Reaches Financial Agreements with Lendors

After suffering nearly USD $19 million in losses in the 3rd quarter, Paragon Shipping Inc. (NYSE: PRGN) has been working diligently with their lenders to come

December 17, 2012
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News

International Chamber of Shipping Addresses Key Issues on Arctic Shipping

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), which represents over 80% of the world merchant fleet, has issued a new position paper on Arctic shipping. As the

December 17, 2012
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Most Read

News

More Than 100 Lawmakers Push to Include SHIPS for America Act in Defense Bill

A bipartisan group of 119 lawmakers is urging congressional leaders to preserve and expand provisions of the SHIPS for America Act in the final fiscal year

Shipbuilding

Hanwha Philly Shipyard Wins $269 Million U.S. Navy Landing Ship Contract

Hanwha Philly Shipyard has secured a $269 million contract to build a Medium Landing Ship (LSM) for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, marking a major milestone

Shipping

Russia Extends Ban On Most Diesel Exports Through January

By Bloomberg News Oct 31, 2026 (Bloomberg) –Russia’s government has extended a general ban on diesel exports by producers until the end of January

Ports

Anti-War Protests Spread Across Global Ports as Dockworkers Target Arms Trade

Dockworkers across 113 ports in 22 countries staged coordinated strikes and protests Friday, disrupting cargo operations and ferry services as part of a global

Ports

Strike Threat at Los Angeles, Long Beach Ports Delayed as Union and Employers Extend Talks

A potential strike threatening operations at some of the busiest container terminals in the United States has been pushed back after the Pacific Maritime


Monday, December 17, 2012
dockwise vanguard
Engineering News

Ship Photo of the Day – Dockwise Vanguard in the HHI Drydock

Launched last month at Hyundai Heavy Industries, the Dockwise Vanguard is the largest heavy lift vessel ever built and is currently undergoing sea trials.

December 17, 2012
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Sunday, December 16, 2012
vos sailor
Incidents

VOS Sailor Disabled Offshore Scotland, Daring Helicopter Crews Rescue 11

At approximately 0500 hrs local time on Saturday, the offshore support vessel VOS Sailor suffered damage and was disabled in severe weather conditions in the

December 16, 2012
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Saturday, December 15, 2012
Kill Van Kull fuel spill uscg
Incidents

USCG and Government Authorities Respond to Fuel Oil Spill in Kill Van Kull

NEW YORK – The Coast Guard continues its response to a fuel spill which occurred at 11:22 p.m. last night at Mays Ship Repair near Mariner’s

December 15, 2012
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News

20 Iraqi Migrants Drown Off Greece

ATHENS – A small boat carrying migrants hoping to get to Greece sank near the eastern island of Lesvos early on Saturday, drowning 20 people, Greek

December 15, 2012
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Friday, December 14, 2012
lng carrier port

LNG Carrier Fleet Growth Outpacing Liquefaction Capacity

By Michelle Wiese Bockmann Fleet usage for the 371 ships carrying liquefied natural gas will slide in 2013 and 2014 from a six-year high as demand growth

December 14, 2012
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Most Read

More Than 100 Lawmakers Push to Include SHIPS for America Act in Defense Bill
News

More Than 100 Lawmakers Push to Include SHIPS for America Act in Defense Bill

A bipartisan group of 119 lawmakers is urging congressional leaders to preserve and expand provisions of the SHIPS for America Act in the final fiscal year

Hanwha Philly Shipyard Wins $269 Million U.S. Navy Landing Ship Contract
Shipbuilding

Hanwha Philly Shipyard Wins $269 Million U.S. Navy Landing Ship Contract

Hanwha Philly Shipyard has secured a $269 million contract to build a Medium Landing Ship (LSM) for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, marking a major milestone

Russia Extends Ban On Most Diesel Exports Through January
Shipping

Russia Extends Ban On Most Diesel Exports Through January

By Bloomberg News Oct 31, 2026 (Bloomberg) –Russia’s government has extended a general ban on diesel exports by producers until the end of January

Anti-War Protests Spread Across Global Ports as Dockworkers Target Arms Trade
Ports

Anti-War Protests Spread Across Global Ports as Dockworkers Target Arms Trade

Dockworkers across 113 ports in 22 countries staged coordinated strikes and protests Friday, disrupting cargo operations and ferry services as part of a global

Strike Threat at Los Angeles, Long Beach Ports Delayed as Union and Employers Extend Talks
Ports

Strike Threat at Los Angeles, Long Beach Ports Delayed as Union and Employers Extend Talks

A potential strike threatening operations at some of the busiest container terminals in the United States has been pushed back after the Pacific Maritime


Friday, December 14, 2012
Ship Photos of The Day – CMA CGM Marco Polo in Hamburg

Ship Photos of The Day – CMA CGM Marco Polo in Hamburg

On December 12, 2012, aka 121212, the world’s largest containership by teu capacity, CMA CGM Marco Polo, called on the port of Hamburg, marking the

December 14, 2012
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Royal Caribbean Recognized in Top 100 of World’s Most Sustainable Companies

Royal Caribbean Recognized in Top 100 of World’s Most Sustainable Companies

Royal Caribbean Cruises announced Thursday that the company has been ranked among the top 100 companies in the world for its sustainability reporting and

December 14, 2012
Total Views: 134

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VLCC Rates Gain for Second Straight Day

By Rob Sheridan Returns for the biggest oil tankers hauling Middle East crude to Asia, the industry’s benchmark route, gained as more ships were booked.

December 14, 2012
Total Views: 110

Italy Urges India to Settle Enrica Lexie Case by Christmas
Piracy

Italy Urges India to Settle Enrica Lexie Case by Christmas

ROME – Italy has summoned the Indian ambassador to urge that India’s Supreme Court reach a decision before the year-end Christmas holiday to settle

December 14, 2012
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Thursday, December 13, 2012
Key Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Bill Clears Senate, Heads for President’s Desk
USCG

Key Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Bill Clears Senate, Heads for President’s Desk

Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2012 (H.R. 2838) Sent to the President House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Release: Washington,

December 13, 2012
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Corporate News

4 hours ago

Damen wins KNVTS Ship of the Year Award with CSOV Windcat Rotterdam

Damen Shipyards Group and Windcat are pleased to announce that Commissioning Service Operations Vessel (CSOV) Windcat Rotterdam has received the KNVTS

October 27, 2026

New RAmparts 3800 Ship-Handling/Fire-Fighting 2 Tug Design for Ningbo Port

Robert Allan Ltd. is pleased to announce the award to design a new RAmparts 3800 Ship-Handling/Fire-Fighting 2 (FiFi 2) tug for Ningbo Port. The vessel will be

October 22, 2026

Nor-Shipping brings new Focus to AI, Ports and Marketing in 2027

Nor-Shipping is revamping its knowledge-sharing offer with a brand new stage created for day-long ‘deep dives’ into fast-moving and strategically important subjects.

October 13, 2026

ABS Helps Industry Put Augmented Reality to the Test

Augmented reality (AR) can help industrial crews perform tasks more efficiently and consistently, but widespread deployment will depend on demonstrating that productivity gains

October 12, 2026

Moxie Media to Launch Moxie Connect 2026 Event Alongside the International WorkBoat Show

Moxie Media will host its first dedicated user event, Moxie Connect: User Conference 2026, a complimentary event open to all maritime professionals, on Wednesday, December 2, at

October 12, 2026

Connecting maritime digitalisation to process

While the technology needed to digitalise maritime operations is already here, much remains to be done to ensure organisations and their people are equipped to use it effectively,

October 12, 2026

ABS and U.S. Department of Energy Sign MOU on Maritime Applications of Advanced Nuclear Technology

ABS and the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Nuclear Energy have signed a memorandum of understanding to advance modern commercial nuclear technology at sea. The

October 9, 2026

Thordon Bearings adds production plant to meet growing demand

Thordon Bearings has opened a new manufacturing facility as part of its strategic response to robust growth across all business segments and rising demand for its sustainable

Corporate News

4 hours ago

Damen wins KNVTS Ship of the Year Award with CSOV Windcat Rotterdam

Damen Shipyards Group and Windcat are pleased to announce that Commissioning Service Operations Vessel (CSOV) Windcat Rotterdam has received the KNVTS

October 27, 2026

New RAmparts 3800 Ship-Handling/Fire-Fighting 2 Tug Design for Ningbo Port

Robert Allan Ltd. is pleased to announce the award to design a new RAmparts 3800 Ship-Handling/Fire-Fighting 2 (FiFi 2) tug for Ningbo Port. The vessel will be

October 22, 2026

Nor-Shipping brings new Focus to AI, Ports and Marketing in 2027

Nor-Shipping is revamping its knowledge-sharing offer with a brand new stage created for day-long ‘deep dives’ into fast-moving and strategically important subjects.

October 13, 2026

ABS Helps Industry Put Augmented Reality to the Test

Augmented reality (AR) can help industrial crews perform tasks more efficiently and consistently, but widespread deployment will depend on demonstrating that productivity gains

October 12, 2026

Moxie Media to Launch Moxie Connect 2026 Event Alongside the International WorkBoat Show

Moxie Media will host its first dedicated user event, Moxie Connect: User Conference 2026, a complimentary event open to all maritime professionals, on Wednesday, December 2, at

October 12, 2026

Connecting maritime digitalisation to process

While the technology needed to digitalise maritime operations is already here, much remains to be done to ensure organisations and their people are equipped to use it effectively,

October 12, 2026

ABS and U.S. Department of Energy Sign MOU on Maritime Applications of Advanced Nuclear Technology

ABS and the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Nuclear Energy have signed a memorandum of understanding to advance modern commercial nuclear technology at sea. The

October 9, 2026

Thordon Bearings adds production plant to meet growing demand

Thordon Bearings has opened a new manufacturing facility as part of its strategic response to robust growth across all business segments and rising demand for its sustainable


Thursday, December 13, 2012
Brazil Ports Starved of Investment and Buried in Red Tape
Ports

Brazil Ports Starved of Investment and Buried in Red Tape

By Anthony Boadle BRASILIA – Brazil’s ports are among the slowest and most costly in the world due to poor infrastructure, high taxes, excessive

December 13, 2012
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Teekay LNG Pounces on U.S. Natural Gas Study, Orders Two LNG Carriers on Spec

Teekay LNG Pounces on U.S. Natural Gas Study, Orders Two LNG Carriers on Spec

Teekay LNG Partners (NYSE:TGP) has taken a hint from a recently released U.S. government study on natural gas exports and has entered into an agreement with

December 13, 2012
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Kings Pointer Takes Top Position at Austal USA
Engineering News

Kings Pointer Takes Top Position at Austal USA

Austal USA announced today that Craig Perciavalle has been chosen to assume the role as President of the Mobile, Alabama-based shipyard. “I am pleased to

December 13, 2012
Total Views: 233

LNG Tanker Owners Face Falling Profits

LNG Tanker Owners Face Falling Profits

By Oleg Vukmanovic LONDON – Gas tanker owners face falling profits over the next few years as delays to Australian gas project leave new ships

December 13, 2012
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Wednesday, December 12, 2012
maserati sailboat racing
Blog

Praying for 13,000 Miles of Stormy Weather, Maserati Hopes to Break the New York to San Francisco Record

-By Justin Chisholm Italy’s most high profile ocean racer, Giovanni Soldini, and a handpicked eight-man international crew are standing by in New York,

December 12, 2012
Total Views: 123

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Wednesday, December 12, 2012
U.S. to Award $169 Million to Offshore Wind Pilot Projects

U.S. to Award $169 Million to Offshore Wind Pilot Projects

By Andrew Herndon The U.S. Department of Energy will award as much as $169 million to seven proposed offshore wind projects in six states. The wind farms,

December 12, 2012
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Hurricane Sandy Cleanup: Tanker Removed from Staten Island Street
Interesting

Hurricane Sandy Cleanup: Tanker Removed from Staten Island Street

Remember this? The U.S. Coast Guard has confirmed that salvage crews on Tuesday successfully lifted the 184-foot John B Caddell tanker off a Staten Island

December 12, 2012
Total Views: 284

Incident Photos – British Ship Hits the Beach in Spain
Grounding Incidents

Incident Photos – British Ship Hits the Beach in Spain

In these photos the M/V Beaumont, a British-flagged cargo ship, is seen grounded along a rocky cliff at the beach of Xago near Aviles in northern Spain,

December 12, 2012
Total Views: 200

Concordia’s Sister Ship Damaged in Pier Allision in Marseilles
Collision

Concordia’s Sister Ship Damaged in Pier Allision in Marseilles

Strong winds caused a Costa Crociere cruise ship to slam against a pier in Marseilles, France, leaving a nearly 30-foot long gash in the side of the ship above

December 12, 2012
Total Views: 226

dockwise blue marlin
News

Dockwise Awarded Nearly $60 Million in New Contracts

Dockwise, the Dutch heavy lift operator, has announced that they have been awarded 6 new contracts, letters of intent and contract extensions valued at nearly

December 12, 2012
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