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Orion Leader Rescues Sailor

Jul 29, 2016

Orion Leader, a car carrier operated by NYK, rescued a sailor from a sailing yacht in distress on July 3 off the coast of Mexico.Orion Leader was sailing from Honolulu, Hawaii, to Lazaro Cardenas, Mexico, on July 3, when the ship received a distress call from the U…

Hernandez Joins Port of New Orleans Board

Jul 28, 2016

Gov. John Bel Edwards appointed Tara C. Hernandez to the Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans. Hernandez, who was sworn in during today’s monthly Board meeting, will serve a five-year term, succeeding Gregory R. Rusovich, one of…

Brown Named Bureau Veritas Communications Director

Jul 28, 2016

Nick Brown has been appointed Bureau Veritas’ new Communications Director, Marine & Offshore Division, the classification society announced.  Brown will take up the post from November 2, 2016, replacing Philippe Boisson, who will retire after more than 25 years in the role…

USCG Recognises Bleiberg of ABS

Jul 28, 2016

ABS informed that the United States Coast Guard (USCG) has awarded Roy Bleiberg, Vice President of Engineering for the ABS Americas Division, the USCG Meritorious Public Service Award. The award is the second-highest public service award presented…

Shipping Must Disclose or Risk Being Exposed - Moore Stephens

Jul 28, 2016

International accountant and shipping adviser Moore Stephens says the shipping industry must adopt a transparent, proactive approach to corporate governance or else risk exposure to business and reputational damage. Corporate governance in shipping has been in sharp focus recently…

Promotions at J.F. Lehman

Jul 27, 2016

J.F. Lehman & Company, a middle-market private equity firm focused on the aerospace, defense and maritime sectors, has promoted Glenn M. Shor to Managing Director effective July 1, 2016.  he firm also recently promoted David F. Thomas to Vice President and R…

No Clues on Hanjin's Financial Health

Jul 27, 2016

Cash-strapped Hanjin Shipping Co. sources say that the negotiations with tonnage providers for lower rates are undergoing, but wouldn't say much else. According to Korea Herald, the country's No.1 shipping line has come under growing pressure…

Danos Names Employees of the Year

Jul 26, 2016

Oilfield service provider Danos announced its 2015 Employees of the Year, Mark Doiron and Rene Vidrine. The award is presented each year to one staff member and one field employee who best embody the company’s core purpose and values. “We…

Ocean Safety Reminds of Medical Kit Buying Rules

Jul 26, 2016

Ocean Safety are reminding vessel operators of the rules set out by the UK Government’s medicine regulator MHRA (Medicines & Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency) for buying the necessary Category C First Aid Kit for all coded boats. Ocean Safety…

Stevens Named Managing Director of Fugro Geoservices

Jul 26, 2016

Ross Stevens has been appointed MD of Fugro GeoServices Ltd, the UK based site characterization specialist. Stevens is a chartered civil engineer who joined Fugro Seacore in 2007 after a decade in project management and civils contracting…

EV Appoints New CEO

Jul 26, 2016

EV has announced the appointment of a new chief executive officer. Bringing over 28 years’ of industry experience to the role, Fraser Louden has held a number of positions within a range of oil and gas service companies - including 17 years…

Samil PwC Okays Hyundai's Management Improvement Plan

Jul 26, 2016

Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) is notified by Samil PwC, a local member of the global accounting firm PwC, that its 3.5 trillion won worth management improvement plan is good enough for HHI to make operating profits and secure liquidity even in the worst case scenario…

Volvo Penta Names Brown Commercial Marine Sales Director

Jul 25, 2016

Dave Brown has joined Volvo Penta of the Americas as director of commercial marine sales. In this new position, Brown will provide strategic and administrative direction and leadership to support overall segment growth. His primary focus…

HII Names Leonard a Corporate Director

Jul 25, 2016

Capt. Joseph J. Leonard (U.S. Navy, Ret.) has joined Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) as corporate director of customer affairs, large surface combatant program, the shipbuilder announced. In his new role, Leonard will provide solutions…

Mariners Attend SUNY Maritime for Gap-closing Courses

Jul 25, 2016

More professional mariners than ever are coming to SUNY Maritime College for training and courses to maintain their credentials and endorsements, the college reports. The increased enrollment is being seen across the industry, as the December 31 deadline approaches to comply with the U…

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