Norwegian labour union SAFE has agreed a wage deal with offshore oil producers, it said on Thursday, averting a strike at several ExxonMobil Corp fields which would have cut output.'There will be no strike among SAFE's members (working) on the continental shelf…
The SENER Engineering and Technology Group closed the 2013 financial year with an operating revenue of €1.218 billion, representing a growth of 7.6% on the previous year. The number of people working at SENER reached 5,570, an increase of 3…
The GAC Corporate Academy (GCA) has joined the group of organizations to achieve ISO 29990 certification in recognition of the learning opportunities it offers.Only about 30 learning organizations hold ISO 29990 certification, which sets…
The United States Coast Guard informs that it has recognized ConocoPhillips subsidiary Polar Tankers, Inc. with the Rear Admiral William M. Benkert Osprey Award for Environmental Excellence. Vice Admiral Peter Neffenger, the USCG 29th Vice Commandant…
Northrop Grumman Corporation recently presented the 2014 Elmer A. Sperry Junior Navigator of the Year Award for 2014 to Midshipman Robert Francisco Yerkes-Medina in ceremonies at the U.S. Naval Academy.The award recognizes a member of the…
Cargo-carrying unit, OEG Offshore, announced its gain of OSCA Environmental Services Ltd., saying the acquisition expands its international reach in the Caspian region.OEG has acquired OSCA's 2,500-unit stock has multiple bases including: Baku…
Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS) Greece was honored by the Port of Piraeus Chairman and CEO, Yiorgos Anomeritis for the company’s contribution to the port’s development and its dedicated service to the Greek cruise industry.During the inauguration of the Regal Princess…
The Liberian Registry has called on shipping regulators to ensure the effective implementation of existing rules to protect human life, safety and the environment, opposed to creating new rules and regulations.Scott Bergeron, CEO of the Liberian International Ship & Corporate Registry…
The Dubai Council for Marine & Maritime Industries (DCMMI), representative for the well being of maritime sectors, announced the launch of its website www.dcmmi.ae at an official ceremony at the Maritime Business Center, Dubai Maritime City…
Nick Brown appointed Marine Chief Operating Officer (COO) while EMEA area is split into two operating regionsin Lloyd’s Register announced the appointment of Nick Brown, previously Director Business Development & Innovation, as the group’s new Marine Chief Operating Officer…
“There is a large potential for Germany to cut its climate emissions in a cost-effective way through the increased use of natural gas”, said Statoil CEO Helge LundSwitching from coal to gas as the power sector is a significant opportunity to cut emissions…
The dedication and character of the men and women of the U.S. Coast Guard provide inspiration for many across the nation. Some of the most inspired are Coast Guard artists who belong to the Coast Guard Art Program.The Coast Guard Art Program…
The class of 2014 from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), which included 225 new Merchant Marine and Military Officers, graduated in Kings Point, New York on Saturday. Vice Admiral Michelle J. Howard, Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Operations…
Organized every two years among the FORAN users, the Eight FORAN Users Meeting (FORUM 2014) took place from June 11-13 in the Parador de la Granja, Segovia.The event started on Wednesday, June 11, with a guided visit to the Royal Palace and Gardens of La Granja…
Carnival Corp, the world's largest cruise operator, forecast an adjusted profit below market estimates for the current quarter, blaming increased competition in the Caribbean.Shares of the company, which operates the Carnival, Holland America and Costa cruise lines…
