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Tuesday, February 28, 2012
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Blog

Sleeping With Your Containers – The Greenest Way to Travel

– By Feray Yuksekbas Kavas, Sales Executive, MTS Logistics What if I told you that there is a great option to travel other than flying, for those of

Tuesday, February 28, 2012
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Ship Photo of The Week – Antarctic Delivery
Navy

Ship Photo of The Week – Antarctic Delivery

  Here, the Military Sealift Command-chartered cargo ship MV Green Wave is in the process of offloading more than 6.8 million pounds of vital supplies,

February 28, 2012
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Fire on Russian Tanker Kills One
Ship Fires

Fire on Russian Tanker Kills One

A fire on board a Russian oil tanker claimed the life of at least one crewmember in the Caspian Sea on Tuesday. Russian news agency RIA Novosti, citing a

February 28, 2012
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Costa Allegra Update: Tugs Reach Stricken Cruise Ship

Costa Allegra Update: Tugs Reach Stricken Cruise Ship

Two tugs have joined the Costa Allegra and will help tow the broken down cruise ship to the Island of Mahe, Seychelles, the cruise ship owner, Costa Crociere,

February 28, 2012
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The Graveyard of Giants: A history of ship breaking in Bangladesh
Blog

The Graveyard of Giants: A history of ship breaking in Bangladesh

By Jan Møller Hansen Ship breaking in Bangladesh started back in 1960 when the Bay of Bengal was struck by a cyclone, which left a giant cargo ship beached

February 28, 2012
Total Views: 898

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News

Hyundai Merchant Marine Expresses Concern with Soaring Bunker Fuel Prices

SEOUL (Dow Jones)–Hyundai Merchant Marine Co. (011220.SE), South Korea’s second-largest shipping firm by sales, expects the U.S. dollar to weaken

February 28, 2012
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Featured

U.S. Confirms Iranian Attack on U.S. Navy Destroyers in Strait of Hormuz

Three U.S. Navy destroyers came under missile, drone and small-boat attack while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, according to U.S. Central

News

Crowley Confirms US-Flagged CS Anthem Safely Transited Strait of Hormuz

Crowley has confirmed that one of its managed vessels has successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz, providing more visibility into the limited number of

Sponsored

How Algorithms Are Transforming Bridge Simulator Training

By Capt. Abhinandan Prasad MNILecturer – SUNY Maritime College, New York In recent years, advances in computing — from artificial intelligence to adaptive

News

CMA CGM Containership Confirmed Attacked in Hormuz, Crew Injured

A CMA CGM container ship was attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, injuring crew members and damaging the vessel, while another vessel run by the

News

Iran Detains ‘Ocean Koi’ Tanker Apparently Hauling Iranian Oil

Iran said it seized a tanker in the Gulf of Oman, which appeared to be a sanctioned vessel carrying the Islamic Republic’s own


Tuesday, February 28, 2012
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Finance

Rowan (NYSE:RDC) Reports Increased Rig Utilization and Day Rates

(Dow Jones) Rowan Cos.’s (RDC) fourth-quarter earnings fell 21% as the offshore drilling company reported lower contributions from discontinued

February 28, 2012
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Finance

Transocean Shares Up 32% Since New Years, Impairment Factors in Q4 Loss

Transocean Ltd.’s (RIG) fourth-quarter loss widened sharply as the offshore-oil driller reported higher charges, mostly due to impairment, though revenue

February 28, 2012
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News

Aker Solutions wins NOK 1 Billion Contract to Upgrade Snorre A Drilling Facilities

Aker Solutions has been awarded a contract by Statoil to deliver replacement and upgrading of the drilling equipment and systems on the Snorre A platform in

February 28, 2012
Total Views: 92

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News

Technip and DSME awarded contract for the HEJRE project in Denmark

Technip, in partnership with DSME, was awarded by DONG E&P and BAYERNGAS, a contract for the HEJRE project development, offshore Denmark, at a water depth

February 28, 2012
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News

Apache Awards EMAS Subsea Installation Contract for Coniston Field Offshore Australia

SINGAPORE, 28 February 2012 – EMAS AMC, the subsea division of Ezra Holdings Limited (“Ezra”), today announces that it has been awarded a

February 28, 2012
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Most Read

U.S. Confirms Iranian Attack on U.S. Navy Destroyers in Strait of Hormuz
Featured

U.S. Confirms Iranian Attack on U.S. Navy Destroyers in Strait of Hormuz

Three U.S. Navy destroyers came under missile, drone and small-boat attack while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, according to U.S. Central

Crowley Confirms US-Flagged CS Anthem Safely Transited Strait of Hormuz
News

Crowley Confirms US-Flagged CS Anthem Safely Transited Strait of Hormuz

Crowley has confirmed that one of its managed vessels has successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz, providing more visibility into the limited number of

How Algorithms Are Transforming Bridge Simulator Training
Sponsored

How Algorithms Are Transforming Bridge Simulator Training

By Capt. Abhinandan Prasad MNILecturer – SUNY Maritime College, New York In recent years, advances in computing — from artificial intelligence to adaptive

CMA CGM Containership Confirmed Attacked in Hormuz, Crew Injured
News

CMA CGM Containership Confirmed Attacked in Hormuz, Crew Injured

A CMA CGM container ship was attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, injuring crew members and damaging the vessel, while another vessel run by the

Iran Detains ‘Ocean Koi’ Tanker Apparently Hauling Iranian Oil
News

Iran Detains ‘Ocean Koi’ Tanker Apparently Hauling Iranian Oil

Iran said it seized a tanker in the Gulf of Oman, which appeared to be a sanctioned vessel carrying the Islamic Republic’s own


Monday, February 27, 2012
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News

Gulf of Guinea Piracy Threat Increases, United Nations Urges Regional Anti-Piracy Strategy

27 February 2012 – A comprehensive regional strategy is critical if countries are to successfully combat piracy in the Gulf of Guinea, a top United

February 27, 2012
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Blog

Oil Prices and the Shipping Industry

– By Rojda Akdag, Managing Director, MTS Logistics Crude oil prices have many affects on our daily life from gas that we use in our daily commute to

February 27, 2012
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News

Ship Drops Anchor, Severs Internet Connection to East Africa

About 10 years ago, the ship I was assigned to was leaving San Diego when all of a sudden we heard a rather loud, and unexpected rumbling.  We were

February 27, 2012
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Incidents

Costa Cruise Ship Adrift off Seychelles, Fire Breaks Out in Engine Room

Costa Cruises can’t catch a break. Just 6 weeks after the Costa Concordia ran aground off Italy, another one of their cruise ships, the Costa Allegra has

February 27, 2012
Total Views: 221

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News

Adani to Develop New Port Terminal in West India, $243M Investment

MUMBAI (Dow Jones)–Adani Ports & Special Economic Zone Ltd. (532921.BY) said Monday it has received an initial letter from a government-run port

February 27, 2012
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Corporate News

April 30, 2026

Underestimated Risks of Coconut Oil Cargoes

Coconut oil is not immediately associated with risk, but its carriage can release toxic vapours and cause oxygen depletion in enclosed spaces. Manish Nayyar, Senior Loss

April 29, 2026

ABS Acquires RMC Global to Strengthen Cyber, Risk and Resilience Capabilities

ABS, through its affiliate ABSG Consulting Inc. (ABS Consulting), has today announced the acquisition of RMC Global (RMC), a leading provider of industrial cybersecurity,

April 29, 2026

FarSounder Celebrates 25 Years of Innovation in Marine Navigation

FarSounder marks its 25th anniversary in 2026, celebrating a quarter-century of advancing marine navigation technology and improving safety at sea. Since its founding, the company

April 24, 2026

Damen and UK Dredging sign contract for advanced TSHD

Damen Shipyards Group and Associated British Ports (ABP), the UK’s largest port operator, have signed a contract for the construction of a new Trailing Suction Grab Hopper

April 23, 2026

ABS, Marinteknik, Seatech, and VINSSEN Launch Hydrogen Fuel Cell Harbor Craft Pilot Study in Singapore

In an important step to lowering emissions in one of the world’s busiest ports, ABS, Marinteknik Shipbuilders (S) Pte. Ltd., SeaTech Solutions International (S) Pte. Ltd., and

April 21, 2026

Immersion Suit Rises To Challenge For Faster Protection

Donning speed for emergency situations is a primary attraction of a new immersion suit from VIKING Life-Saving Equipment that is made to measure up to US-specific

April 16, 2026

ABS and UNITED WATERWAYS Announce Planned Joint Venture to Advance Maritime Training

ABS and UNITED WATERWAYS (UW) have signed a letter of intent to establish a joint venture with River Academy, UW’s training and education subsidiary, to support crew competence

April 15, 2026

ABS and Alfred Maritime to Advance Fleet Operations and Safety for Cruise Vessels

ABS and Alfred Maritime GmbH have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore technical projects that benefit cruise operators, vessels, crews and passengers. The MOU

Corporate News

April 30, 2026

Underestimated Risks of Coconut Oil Cargoes

Coconut oil is not immediately associated with risk, but its carriage can release toxic vapours and cause oxygen depletion in enclosed spaces. Manish Nayyar, Senior Loss

April 29, 2026

ABS Acquires RMC Global to Strengthen Cyber, Risk and Resilience Capabilities

ABS, through its affiliate ABSG Consulting Inc. (ABS Consulting), has today announced the acquisition of RMC Global (RMC), a leading provider of industrial cybersecurity,

April 29, 2026

FarSounder Celebrates 25 Years of Innovation in Marine Navigation

FarSounder marks its 25th anniversary in 2026, celebrating a quarter-century of advancing marine navigation technology and improving safety at sea. Since its founding, the company

April 24, 2026

Damen and UK Dredging sign contract for advanced TSHD

Damen Shipyards Group and Associated British Ports (ABP), the UK’s largest port operator, have signed a contract for the construction of a new Trailing Suction Grab Hopper

April 23, 2026

ABS, Marinteknik, Seatech, and VINSSEN Launch Hydrogen Fuel Cell Harbor Craft Pilot Study in Singapore

In an important step to lowering emissions in one of the world’s busiest ports, ABS, Marinteknik Shipbuilders (S) Pte. Ltd., SeaTech Solutions International (S) Pte. Ltd., and

April 21, 2026

Immersion Suit Rises To Challenge For Faster Protection

Donning speed for emergency situations is a primary attraction of a new immersion suit from VIKING Life-Saving Equipment that is made to measure up to US-specific

April 16, 2026

ABS and UNITED WATERWAYS Announce Planned Joint Venture to Advance Maritime Training

ABS and UNITED WATERWAYS (UW) have signed a letter of intent to establish a joint venture with River Academy, UW’s training and education subsidiary, to support crew competence

April 15, 2026

ABS and Alfred Maritime to Advance Fleet Operations and Safety for Cruise Vessels

ABS and Alfred Maritime GmbH have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore technical projects that benefit cruise operators, vessels, crews and passengers. The MOU


Monday, February 27, 2012
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News

Iranian Sanctions to Limit Japanese Insurance Club’s Coverage on Oil Tankers

LONDON (Dow Jones)–New European sanctions will limit coverage of Iranian oil ships by the Japan P&I Club, the club said Monday, as the measures start

February 27, 2012
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News

Seadrill Views Long Term Demand for Deepwater Drilling Rigs, Plans to Build Two More

Hamilton, Bermuda – Seadrill has in the last year seen a surge in long-term demand for tender rigs and modern ultra-deepwater drilling rigs. The

February 27, 2012
Total Views: 88

Sunday, February 26, 2012
U.S. Navy Orders JHSV 8 and 9 from Austal
Engineering News

U.S. Navy Orders JHSV 8 and 9 from Austal

Austal said today that the U.S. Navy has exercised contract options calling for the construction of the two additional Joint High Speed Vessels (JHSVs) worth

February 26, 2012
Total Views: 75

Daring and Dauntless, the Royal Navy’s Next Generation Puts to Sea
Blog

Daring and Dauntless, the Royal Navy’s Next Generation Puts to Sea

HMS Daring (D32) is currently deployed to the Persian Gulf and the latest news is HMS Dauntless (D33) will be headed south to the Falkland Islands to relieve

February 26, 2012
Total Views: 79

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Multimedia

Greenpeace Says “Save the Arctic” from the Crown of the Noble Discoverer – UPDATE: Protesters arrested

Update: The Greenpeace activists, including actress Lucy Lawless, were arrested Monday. Original: Seven Greenpeace protesters, including Hollywood star Lucy

February 26, 2012
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Sunday, February 26, 2012
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Finance

Go Big or Go Home…ExxonMobil Announces Massive Spending Plan

HOUSTON -(Dow Jones)- Exxon Mobil Corp. (XOM) said Friday it plans spend a record $37 billion annually in capital projects for the foreseeable future, becoming

February 26, 2012
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Saturday, February 25, 2012
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News

SEC Charges Noble Drilling Executives with Bribery

(Dow Jones) The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission charged three Noble Corp. (NE) executives with helping bribe Nigerian customs officials, the latest

February 25, 2012
Total Views: 127

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Engineering News

STX Offshore to Hedge 70% of Client Payments, Demand for LNG on the Rise [INTERVIEW]

SEOUL (Dow Jones)–STX Offshore & Shipbuilding Co. (067250.SE) expects the dollar to average KRW1,100 this year and will continue to hedge 70% of the

February 25, 2012
Total Views: 48

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News

Songa Wins $2.66 Billion Offshore Drilling Contract with Statoil

OSLO -(Dow Jones)- Norwegian offshore drilling operator Songa Offshore SE (SONG.OS) Friday said it has been awarded a rig contract from Statoil ASA (STO) worth

February 25, 2012
Total Views: 59

Friday, February 24, 2012
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News

Maersk Line Increases Asia-Europe Frieght Rates By $400 Per Container

COPENHAGEN (Dow Jones)–Danish oil and shipping company A.P. Moller-Maersk A/S (MAERSK-B.KO) confirmed Friday that its container shipping arm Maersk Line

February 24, 2012
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