Maersk Drilling takes the first challenging step into deepwater drilling in West Africa, 'Maersk Deliverer' voted 'Rig of the Month'.Maersk Drilling has entered Angola for the first time and after only one full month in operation for Cabinda Gulf Oil Company Limited…
National Snow & Ice Data Center reports ice appears to have broken the 2007 record daily extent.With two to three more weeks left in the melt season, sea ice continues to track below 2007 daily extents.Arctic sea ice extent fell to 4…
The National Retail Federation (NRF) say they will have to divert cargo elsewhere in a matter of days unless stand-off ends.“We understand and recognize that there are tough issues that need to be resolved,” NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay said…
Greek-based shipowners TOP Ships Inc. announces receipt of Nasdaq notice.TOP SHIPS Inc. is engaged in the worldwide transportation of liquid and petroleum cargoes as well as dry bulk cargoes through the ownership of a fleet of 6 tankers and 1 dry bulk carrier…
Northrop Grumman names Teri G. Marconi Vice President & General Manager of Naval and Marine Systems Division.In her new position, Marconi will have executive responsibility for all naval and marine systems programs within Northrop Grumman's Baltimore-based Electronic Systems sector…
The Board of Directors of Transas Group has appointed Ralf Lehnert as the new Managing Director of Transas Marine International (TMI). Ralf has a seagoing background as an Officer in the German Navy and holds a Master Degree in Economics and Business Administration…
Tognum said it will develop its MTU Series 2000 yacht engines for compliance with US EPA Tier 3 Recreational and IMO Tier III emissions regulations. The new Series 2000 M96 engines will be able to cover outputs up to 2,600 bhp (1,940 kW), at…
THE Liberian Registry has welcomed ratification of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006) and has reinforced its role as a world leader in maritime safety and seafarer welfare by further strengthening its team of flag state inspectors qualified to undertake MLC 2006 inspections…
APM Terminals to grant USD$3-million for development of a new modern commercial fishing terminal at the Port of Callao, Peru.The local fishing industry had been concerned about potential displacement with the ongoing construction of a new expanded cargo facility at the port…
Vessel has been towed closer to the UK coast, but adverse weather prevents boarding of safety experts.The managing agents report follows:MSC FLAMINIA and its accompanying tug boats FAIRMOUNT EXPEDITION (Fairmount Marine) and ANGLIAN SOVEREIGN (L…
Breakbulk's first Africa conference discusses challenges, opportunities in moving breakbuld & heavy-lift cargo in & out of Africa.South Africa's national transport company is planning infrastructure improvements that will move cargo from highways to rail…
Greenpeace personnel board Russia's Gazprom Prirazlomnaya platform in the Pechora Sea. The activists aim at disrupting the platform’s operation and bring focus on climate change in the Arctic.The activists set off in three inflatable…
Scientists aboard Swedish icebreaker 'Oden' prepare Danish claims as they reach the North Pole.Denmark is one of three Arctic nations that are collecting data to prove that the seafloor under the North Pole belongs to them. The two others are Russia and Canada…
US Army Corps of Engineers battle extreme low-water conditions to keep the river' scommercial navigation moving.Five dredges are kept moving rapidly from one trouble spot to another to keep up with dynamic low water operational demands,…
ACE Recreational Marine Insurance releases ten tips to help recreational boaters protect their vessels during the hurricane season.“The best defenses to protecting your boat from hurricanes or any severe weather are planning, preparation and timely action…