Environmental News


GL Exchange Forum - Report on MEPC's 62nd session

Aug 31, 2011

The subject of Carbon Dioxide dominates the future of many industries today. Whether it be the Shipping, Automotive, Aviation, or Power Generation industries the questions of how to account for, reduce, produce, capture and minimise the impact…

Alaris Helps USCG "Go Green"

Aug 30, 2011

Alaris Companies (Alaris) is helping the U.S. Coast Guard to decrease energy use and greenhouse gas emissions with its fleet energy management program. Working under a previously announced Michael Baker Jr., Inc (Baker) Department of Homeland…

Kadey-Krogen 52’ Hull Scheduled for Debut

Aug 30, 2011

Kadey-Krogen 52’ Hull Number One Scheduled for World Debut in Seattle Boats Afloat Show, Sept. 14-18.Hull number one of the new Krogen 52’ departed Asia Harbor Yacht Builders in Kaohsiung, Taiwan on August 22 and is set to make its international…

Alaris Helps U.S. Coast Guard Save Money, Go Green

Aug 30, 2011

Alaris Companies (Alaris) is helping the U.S. Coast Guard to save taxpayer dollars, decrease energy usage, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions with a unique fleet energy management program. Working under a previously announced Michael Baker Jr…

Crowley's ATB Vision/650-10 Ready to Deliver

Aug 29, 2011

Designed to deliver petroleum products on the U.S. West Coast, the vessel is designed with safer, more efficient fixed-tank cleaning system. Crowley Maritime Corporation's Vision/650-10, the last of 10 Articulated Tug Barges (ATBs) in the 650-series new-build program…

Dedication & Delivery Ceremony of New USGS Vessels

Aug 29, 2011

Two 17-knot high-speed research vessels for the U.S. Geological Survey are to be dedicated at Great Lakes Shipyard, Cleveland, Ohio, on Wednesday, August 31, 2011.R/V KAHO and R/V MUSKIE will replace two of the USGS’s oldest research vessels…

Ampol Performs Cleanup on Platform Recovery Project

Aug 29, 2011

American Pollution Control Corp. (AMPOL), a leading oil spill response and total environmental solutions provider, has completed the oil spill recovery and environmental cleanup on a recovered platform in Terrebonne Parish.Located offshore then transported to Dulac…

Harvey Gulf Announces Plans for 3 New LNG-Powered Boats

Aug 28, 2011

Initial deal worth $165 million; $300 million for 6 additional newbuilds and another $500 million for acquisitions also approved.  Harvey Gulf International Marine announced Saturday that it will sign a deal for three LNG vessels to be built by Signal Shipbuilding…

Appeals Court Refuses to Close Chicago Locks To Deter Carp

Aug 26, 2011

On August 24, 2011, a three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit refused to issue a preliminary injunction to force the closure of locks on the Chicago Area Waterway System (CAWS).   The case stems from the controversy…

WWII Liberty Ship Davy Crockett Demolition Completed

Aug 26, 2011

Oil Spill Averted from Derelict Vessel in Columbia RiverThe final section of a once proud WWII Liberty Ship was removed from the Columbia River today by Ballard Diving & Salvage under the direction of the United States Coast Guard and unified…

Donjon Marine Salvages, Redelivers Royal Miss Belmar

Aug 26, 2011

On July 25th, Donjon Marine Co., Inc. was awarded a contract to salvage and return to owners the 100-foot passenger ferry Royal Miss Belmar, which grounded on approach to St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, on July 4th.  Donjon mobilized its 400-ton capacity derrick barge Columbia…

Marine Insurance Claims Training Initiative from Braemar

Aug 24, 2011

Braemar (incorporating The Salvage Association) has announced dates for its latest Port and Shipyard Familiarisation Courses to be held at Falmouth.The courses are part of the company’s ongoing commitment to assist its clients by providing…

U.S. Navy Opens Nominations for ORAP Membership

Aug 22, 2011

The Ocean Research Advisory Panel (ORAP) is soliciting nominations for new members. Nominations should be submitted no later than September 15, 2011. Nominations should be submitted via e-mail to CDR Stephen D. Martin, U.S. Navy, at stephen…

Glosten Completes Study for WSF

Aug 22, 2011

The Glosten Associates announces completion of a feasibility study for Washington State Ferries (WSF) on converting its 144-car ferry design to liquefied natural gas (LNG) propulsion. Glosten’s study, which investigated design, economic, regulatory…

Interferry Specialist to Fuel Debate on Eco-issues

Aug 22, 2011

Emissions control and alternative fuels will be among the headline topics at Interferry’s 36th annual conference – providing a high-profile platform for the trade association’s newly appointed specialist on maritime policy and regulations.The conference takes place in Barcelona from October 3-6…

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