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New Orleans Intermodal TIGER Site Visited

May 02, 2013

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Deputy Maritime Administrator Paul “Chip” Jaenichen visited the Port of New Orleans to tour the site.The site of planned infrastructure improvements was made possible through a US$16.7 million…

Waste-water Treatment Firm Signs US Representation Agreements

May 02, 2013

Severn Trent De Nora sign agreements for distribution of marine & offshore water and wastewater treatment products in United States.The agreements are with Marine Systems Inc. (MSI) and AER Supply (AER) to serve as exclusive sales and promotional…

ABB Acquires Los Gatos Research

May 02, 2013

ABB to acquire Los Gatos Research (LGR) adding a new line of high-performance gas analyzers to its measurement business.Los Gatos Research (LGR) of Mountain View, California, is a 19-year-old, nearly 40-person company that provides analyzers…

China Delegation Visits UK P&I Club

May 02, 2013

A delegation from Xiamen, China accompanied by the CEO of COSCO UK visit the London offices of Thomas Miller. The purpose of the visit by the delegation was to understand more of the shipping/insurance sectors in London and to foster good relations…

Three Cruise Ships Visit Port in One Day

May 02, 2013

The Port of San Diego to welcome 3 cruise ships on Tuesday, May 7, bringing thousands of passengers to the port city.Two of the vessels, the Celebrity Solstice and the Oceania Regatta , will be making their inaugural visits to the Port of San Diego…

NNS Shipbuilder Volunteers Build House

May 02, 2013

Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division recently dedicated its 11th Habitat for Humanity house in Hampton.NNS has partnered with Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg since 2002 to build homes for families in Hampton Roads…

Boatracs' Workboat Management Software in Demand

May 02, 2013

Boatracs draws attention to a growing demand for its Fleet Management Software with over 2,000 vessels presently online.The company says that BTConnect is the only fleet management platform to combine visual monitoring of vessel positions…

Wison’s Juan Guarin to Speak at Offshore Colombia Forum

May 02, 2013

Shanghai-based Wison Offshore & Marine Ltd., a subsidiary of the Wison Group, announced that Latin America Sales Manager, Juan Guarin, will present the EXMAR FLRSU project at the Offshore Colombia Forum on May 6.Wison Offshore & Marine was…

David Williams Awarded Emery Medal

May 02, 2013

David Williams, CEO of the Noble Corporation, was honored as the Massachusetts Maritime Academy’s “Salute to the Maritime Person of the Year” at the Petroleum Club in Houston. Mr. Williams was awarded the Emery Rice medal, the Academy’s highest…

Thordon Appoints New Regional Manager

May 02, 2013

Sam Williams was appointed Regional Manager for China, Korea, Japan, Taiwan and Vietnam for Thordon Bearings, INc. The position is effective from May 1.www.thordonbearings.com

Lloyd's Offers ISM and the DPA Training

May 02, 2013

Lloyd’s Register offers in-depth knowledge of the role and responsibilities of the DPA. Attendees of this course will gain the knowledge and skills required by the IMO MSC-MEPC7 / circ.6 (October 19, 2007).The two-day course was designed…

Big Ship Orders Keep Focus on Carrier Supply Pressures

May 02, 2013

Attempts by carriers to tackle the capacity overhang are being undone as new orders for Ultra Large Container Vessels (ULCVs) continue to make the headlines, according to Drewry’s monthly report Sea & Air Shipper Insight.The news that China…

Goltens Facility Opens at Dubai Maritime City

May 02, 2013

Dubai Maritime City (DMC), the mixed-use development for maritime business, announced the Grand Opening of the new Goltens facility at the City. The ultra-modern facility seeks to support Goltens’ operations worldwide. Dubai Maritime City project is built over 2…

Thomas Allegretti Takes Helm as Chairman of AMP

May 02, 2013

The American Maritime Partnership (AMP) announced the election of Thomas Allegretti as its new Chairman.Allegretti is President & CEO of The American Waterways Operators. He succeeds James Henry, Chairman and President of the Transportation Institute…

International Bunkering Promotes Staff Member

May 02, 2013

International Bunkering Middle East DMCC announced the promotion of Jesper Porsmose to Senior Bunker & Lubricant Trader as from May 1, 2013.

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AD Ports Group Signs Land Lease Agreement With Emirates Food Industries Group

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CK Hutchison Deal Deadline Likely to be Extended

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Houthis Threaten Ships Linked to Firms Dealing with Israeli Ports

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Greek Shipyard Workers Pause Work Amidst Heatwave

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