The Coast Guard informs that their representatives together with those from the Environmental Protection Agency were back on scene Wednesday to oversee cleanup operations after a crude oil discharge Monday evening at the BP Whiting Refinery in Whiting…
The Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans mourns the passing of former Board Chairman Francis E. “Hank” Lauricella.Gov. Mike Foster appointed Mr. Lauricella to the Board in April of 1997 and he served as Board Chairman from October 2001 until June of 2002…
American Worldwide Agencies (AWA) is adding to its global network of freight forwarders and agents with a new office in Houston, the company announced today. The Houston office is part of AWA's global expansion plans and will handle the company's growing business in the region for project freight…
JR Gray Takes Delivery of 300’ 6,000 psf deck barge from Conrad Shipyard’s New Deepwater South facilityConrad Shipyards announced today the delivery od a 200’ x 100’ x 19’10” ABS-classed ocean deck barge to Gray Offshore. The barge, Julius…
A new standalone company has been created out of the former Pneumatics business unit at Bosch Rexroth. Due to a change in ownership, the company said it is now ready to take on the competition around the world under the name AVENTICS.The…
According to a report by GAC, Brunsbuettel locks will be closed due to strike actions at Kiel Canal from 2 p.m. tomorrow, March 27, until 6 a.m. Friday, March 28.At this stage, GAC said it is uncertain if the strike actions at Kiel-Holtenau locks commencing at 6 a…
Volvo Penta announced two key appointments to strengthen its management team in the Americas: The company has appointed Ed Monacchio as vice president distribution development, region Americas and Gabriel Barsalini as general manager, South America…
Glander International Bunkering, a global bunkering and lubricant trading and brokering company, announced that Rosalind Liu Qi has joined their Singapore team.Rosalind continues her career as a Bunker and Lubricant Trader with Glander International Bunkering…
In just under seven months’ time, marine professionals from China and around the world will gather for the opening of Shiptec China 2014 at the Dalian World Expo Center. Taking place October 21-24, it is the 11th holding of this increasingly important event…
Following the recent meeting of the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority, the following news items of note were released.DredgingThe Port Commission approved a $68 million construction contract with Orion Construction L.P…
The U.S. Shale Gas Revolution continues to drive orders for some of the world’s largest, most sophisticated tonnage.Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) received an order from Astomos Energy Corporation for a very large liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) carrier…
Unlimited Marine Services, Inc. (UMSI), a full service marine technology company continues to expand with the recruitment of Chris Guldi as Director of Sales. Chris will be running the Sales Department, responsible for business development for the megayacht division…
The LNG sector is for the first time offering inducements to experienced LNG seafaring officers to come ashore and manage their ships according to international recruitment agency Faststream. The move comes as the shipping industry seeks…
Kevin Doherty transitions to board seat, Michael Fratianni assumes role of president and CEO at Montreal Gateway Terminals Partnership. Montreal Gateway Terminals Partnership (MGT) has announced the retirement of Kevin M. Doherty as President and CEO…
The Chief of the Defense Force General David Hurley AC, DSC has commended 19 Australian Defense Force (ADF) members who were formally recognized for their bravery and devotion to duty in perilous circumstances.The Governor-General of Australia Her Excellency the Honorable Quentin Bryce AC…