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Trelleborg Supplies Docking Equipment for Sinopec’s Tianjin LNG Terminal

Jun 28, 2022

Trelleborg Marine and Infrastructure has supplied a combination of docking and mooring equipment and Ship-Shore Links for phase two of the expansion of Sinopec’s Tianjin LNG receiving terminal, located in the Nangang Industrial Zone of Tianjin City…

Idwal Vessel Inspections Now Include Crew Welfare Checks

Jun 28, 2022

Ship inspection business Idwal said it has added 12 key crew welfare questions to its inspection process in an attempt to help raise awareness of some of the issues facing seafarers globally.With its international surveyor network, Idwal has several representatives on all types of vessels every day…

Enova Backs Norwegian Shore Power Projects

Jun 28, 2022

The Port of Molde and Romsdal IKS received NOK 13.5 million in support for the construction of shore power at Tindekaia in Åndalsnes. The plan is to offer shore power to the cruise ships that dock there. In addition, Enova enters with state support for four other facilities along the coast…

Chesters Joins Van Ameyde Marine

Jun 28, 2022

Van Ameyde Marine, the Netherlands-headquartered marine surveying, consultancy and loss prevention group, has appointed Rob Chesters as its new global business development manager.Based in the UK, Chesters has a remit to work with teams across group to develop a global strategy and service offering…

McCarthy Completes Barbours Cut Terminal Container Yard 3N

Jun 27, 2022

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. has completed construction on the Barbours Cut Terminal Container Yard 3N for the Port Houston Authority (PHA). The project is part of a modernization program to increase cargo handling efficiency. The Barbours…

Nearly $30 Million Allocated for Port of Oshawa Expansion

Jun 27, 2022

Canada's Minister of Transport, Omar Alghabra, announced close to $14 million for an export expansion project at the Port of Oshawa. As the recipient, the Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority is contributing $16 million, representing a total investment of almost $30 million…

Chlorine Gas Leak Kills 12, Injures 251 at Jordan Port

Jun 27, 2022

At least 12 people died and 251 were injured in a chlorine gas leak from a storage tank at Jordan's Aqaba port, officials and state media reported on Monday.The leak came after a tank filled with 25 tonnes of chlorine gas being exported to Djibouti fell while being transported…

African Teamwork by Inchcape Smooths the Way for Faster Port Turnarounds

Jun 27, 2022

People power is a vital factor in expediting port calls efficiently in Africa, according to Inchcape Shipping Services’ Area General Manager Adrian Richter.“Our greatest asset is our people with in-depth local knowledge, skills and passion, as well as the right attitude…

Boskalis Plans Switch to Green Shore Power in Rotterdam

Jun 27, 2022

The Port of Rotterdam Authority and Eneco are going to construct shore-based power facilities in the Waalhaven, Rotterdam (the Netherlands) so that moored Boskalis vessels can run on green electricity instead of fossil fuels.The shore-based…

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock COO Simonelli to Retire

Jun 24, 2022

Houston-based dredging contractor Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation announced that its Chief Operating Officer, David E. Simonelli, will retire effective September 16, 2022. After his retirement, he will provide consulting services to the company…

Marine Propulsion: Matson Inks Deal Plus Option for ME-GI Retrofit

Jun 24, 2022

Matson Navigation Inc. and MAN Energy Solutions signed a contract for the retrofit of the main engine aboard its 2018-built containership Daniel K. Inouye. MAN Energy Solutions’ after-sales division, MAN PrimeServ, will retrofit the 3,600 teu…

Pacifica Shipping Adds Second Ship on NZ Coastal Service

Jun 23, 2022

Pacifica Shipping confirms it is introducing a second vessel onto its New Zealand coastal shipping service, which is expected to be operational mid-September this year.The vessel will add 1,300TEU extra capacity every week and will complement…

Biden Administration, East Coast States to Push Wind Energy

Jun 23, 2022

The Biden administration is partnering with 11 East Coast states to accelerate the development of offshore wind facilities, including addressing supply chain issues, advancing construction and boosting jobs, the White House said on Thursday…

Bruun Takes the Helm at KVH Industries

Jun 23, 2022

KVH Industries, Inc., announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Brent C. Bruun as President and Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Board. The Board also appointed two seasoned industry executives, David Kagan and David Tolley…

JAXPORT Completes $100 Million in Berth Improvements at Blount Island

Jun 23, 2022

The Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) on Thursday announced the completion of the final phase of $100 million in berth enhancements at the SSA Jacksonville Container Terminal (JCT) at Blount Island. The last stage of the project, the rehabilitation of 700 linear feet of deepwater berthing space…

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