What does a new year of training look like at SCI? With a new simulator in full operation, SCI helps individual mariners complete assessments previously only available in large class settings or in the real world when exact conditions could be met on the water…
Ready or not, here it comes. Are you prepared?In March 2012, the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) amended its regulations on ballast water management by establishing standards for the allowable concentration of marine organisms in ballast waters discharged in ports and coastal areas of the United States…
FARO 3D laser scanning allows the Chief Engineer or Project Manager to work in detail with 3D model shots of machinery spaces with increased accuracy and reduced costs.The time to install a Ballast Water Treatment (BWT) System or maybe an Exhaust Gas Scrubber is rapidly approaching…
Dallas, Texas-based MultiCam say that the new manager has over 20 years of manufacturing and quality control experience in industries related to factory automation. In 2008, Mike received his MBA from Texas A & M University. In addition, he…
The Transportation Club of Tacoma (TCT), the largest Transportation Club Chapter in North America, has chosen Terry Thomas, president and one of the founders of his company PNW Equipment Inc., as their 'Person of the Year 2013'.TCT explain in a brief biography that Terry Thomas…
Ross Wilkinson has joined Survitec Group to play a role in promoting worldwide sales growth and developing and maintaining an effective sales distribution and service network for the Crewsaver Commercial and Leisure ranges.Wilkinson joins Survitec from Orolia Limited…
“Father” Gerrard Fiorentino, inventor, entrepreneur and namesake of Fiorentino Para-Anchor died Sunday, Jan. 5 due to heart failure following a stroke late last year. The 89-year-old had a long and illustrious career in many facets of the marine industry…
International design, engineering and risk management consultancy BMT Surveys, have launched a new app which will provide mobile access to its CargoHandbook database. The app is now available as a free download for both Android and iOS users in the App Store (iOS) and Play Store (Android)…
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) conducted 184 safety inspections on domestic passenger boats in the South West last year. Survey and inspections are carried out to ensure that vessels are safe to set sail. Any structural defect, issue…
A young mechanical engineer has been recognized for her outstanding effort and achievement after winning a prestigious apprenticeship award from North East Scotland College.Alison Petrie, 20, from Maud, Aberdeenshire, works with global-leading…
MTN Communications (MTN) announces Santos Venegas has joined the company as general manager for its Oil and Gas Division. This appointment further solidifies MTN’s position in the market as a pioneer in communications technology spanning across various market segments…
Reamco Inc. announced the opening of a business development office in Aberdeen, Scotland, said CEO Ashley Lane.The new business development office will enable Reamco to better communicate with existing clients and aid in obtaining new business throughout the region…
The Ferguson Group announced the appointment of industry experts to be based at its Aberdeen headquarters. The newly appointed team will offer technical support to the group’s international bases and provide advice and guidance to partners and customers alike…
Marine product providers turn to high tech tools to enhance service, information and – yes – their bottom lines.There’s an APP for that. You’ve heard it before and in many contexts. Increasingly, the global waterfront is getting into the act…
IMTRA, a manufacturer and importer of marine products, announced its next President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Eric Braitmayer. On January 1, 2014, Mr. Braitmayer, who previously served as Chief Operating Officer (COO), succeeded IMTRA’s longtime President and CEO…