People & Company News


Alewijnse Marine Systems Opens Office In Brazil

May 25, 2011

Alewijnse Marine Systems has taken another step in confirming its position as a key supplier to the worldwide maritime market by opening an office in Brazil.  Alewijnse recognises that Brazil is a vital high-growth market that is emerging as a world economic power…

Gibbs & Cox Appoints Tallant Vice President

May 24, 2011

— Former Raytheon business development leader to spearhead the company’s global growth strategy and initiatives —Gibbs & Cox, Inc., one of the world’s leading independent naval architecture and marine engineering firms, today announced that…

Telaurus Appoints Davison As Product Manager

May 24, 2011

Industry veteran will champion the products and services of Telaurus software and service partners Telaurus Communications, a Globecomm Maritime company, has appointed Geoff Davison as Product Manager – Value Added Services.Geoff joins Telaurus with 20 years’ experience in electronics…

MOL Enhances Seafarer Education in Philippines

May 24, 2011

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL; President: Koichi Muto) today announced an agreement to introduce the Third Year Program with seven merchant marine schools in the Magsaysay Institute of Shipping (MIS*1) in Philippines. The move is aimed at cultivating…

A&P Group Targets New Markets in Marine Engineering

May 23, 2011

A&P Group is embarking on a strategic marketing drive to promote its engineering and fabrication services to new industry markets particularly the oil and gas and renewable energy sectors. The company has unveiled a new corporate ID and brand…

Nordic Tankers Marine Chooses Transas Marine Course

May 20, 2011

Nordic Tankers Marine (Denmark) has chosen Transas Marine solutions for the ECDIS Training of its officers.Transas Marine has supplied 35 sets of Transas ECDIS Computer Based Training to Nordic Tankers Marine.Mr. Hanus Mikkelsen, Director Marine HR…

Seasure Shipping Launches Vesselsvalue.Com

May 19, 2011

An online service for valuing commercial vesselsA London-based firm of Sale & Purchase shipbrokers established in 1993, today announced the launch of VesselsValue.com, the first online service that provides automated, data-driven valuations…

ABS Opens Office in Stavanger

May 19, 2011

Classification society ABS announces the opening of an office in Stavanger, Norway to further extend its global reach and provide dedicated support to its growing Norwegian client base.   Known for its leadership in offshore classification and technology…

SBI Minerva Award Presented to Jo-Kell CEO

May 19, 2011

Suzy Kelly, CEO of Jo-Kell Inc., an electrical distributor and engineering company, received the Small Business Insight Minerva Award at the 1st Annual Minerva Awards Luncheon on April 6, 2011. The event was held at the Holiday Inn Executive Center in Virginia Beach…

OOCL Executive Changes

May 19, 2011

OOCL is pleased to announce the following executive movements in our headquarters and Hong Kong regional office, effective from June 13, 2011.Ms Miranda Lou, currently Managing Director, OOCL Hong Kong Branch will succeed Mr Taylor Gao as Director…

Wilhelmsen Ships Service Appointments in Russia

May 18, 2011

Wilhelmsen Ships Service has announced two key appointments in Russia as part of its ongoing programme of global expansion.Alexander Fomin has been appointed Account Manager West Russia and will be based in St.Petersburg, handling customer accounts in St…

UK P&I Club Capital Reaches Record High

May 18, 2011

Latest Review of the Year shows enhanced financial strength of UK ClubIn its Review of the Year 2011, published this week, the UK Club posted total assets of $1.6 billion.    Dino Caroussis, Chairman of the UK P&I Club, commented:“We…

Nortech Solutions Launches In The North East

May 17, 2011

Nortech Solutions, an engineering design and project management company, has launched in the North East with ambitious plans to generate jobs and bring prestige projects to the area.The company has been set up by Bryan Bunn, an engineer…

Hydrex US: Fully operational in North America

May 16, 2011

The Hydrex office in Clearwater, Florida, in the Tampa Bay area is fully established and ready to mobilize immediately. The office has a fast-response center that is equipped with a full range of diving support equipment and everything needed…

Spain Promotes the Candidacy of Esteban Pacha of IMO

May 16, 2011

•    Is the only candidate with professional maritime training and has an extensive career in the shipping industry and internationally •    Spanish Minister of Development Mr José Blanco highlights that is 'the most experienced candidate…

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