Ports America CEO Michael Hassing announced the appointment of John Carver to the position of executive vice president of business development, effective May 1.Carver, domiciled in New Jersey, will report directly to President and CEO Michael…
Rapp Hydema formed a new affiliate company, Rapp Hydema Canada Marine Incorporated. The new company will be associated with manufacturing and servicing of company’s lines, including winches and LARS (launch-and-recovery systems).Expanding…
International law firm Ince & Co. announced the imminent promotion of three lawyers to the partnership.DubaiRania Tadros – Rania has experience in commercial arbitration and litigation within the shipping and energy and offshore markets…
GAC Hong Kong’s multiple eco-friendly efforts were awarded First Prize in the GAC Group Chairman’s Award for Environmental Excellence for 2012.Since 2009, the company has been recycling paper, aluminum, plastic, toner cartridges, electronic equipment and more…
At the 151st Annual Meeting of the Members of ABS, and the subsequent meeting of the ABS Council, industry leaders were elected to serve on a number of bodies that contribute to the operation of the classification society as it fulfills its…
Ulstein Group report an operating income of NOK 2.27 billion and an operating profit of NOK 228 million in their 2012 financial report.*Operating income: NOK 2.27 billion (2011: NOK 2.06 billion) *Operating profit: NOK 228.0 million (2011: NOK 253…
Trade intelligence company, Zepol Corporation, releases a report analyzing the trade activity for the top 20 ports in the United States.Four key insights found in the report: 1. The top port in the U.S. by a landslide, the Port of Los Angeles…
USA Maritime, a coalition of ship owning companies, maritime labor organizations & maritime trade associations states its position.USA Maritime Chairman James L. Henry corrects reports about the efficacy of the U.S. Merchant Marine in delivering U…
TerraSond Limited announces the return to home base in Alaska of its multi-purpose survey boat 'Luna Sea'.The owners say that this strategic return enhances their capability to serve clients in the Cook Inlet and South Central Alaska.Headquartered in Palmer…
Fugro GeoServices announced several recent promotions within the company, including two key management appointments: Ted Hampton, president and Adam Jackson, senior vice president.Mr. Hampton is a licensed geologist and former vice president of the company…
AdvanFort Company said attorney Sheila R. Schreiber has come onboard as its in-house legal counsel. Schreiber brings experience in the private and public sectors. She is a former litigation partner with Howrey LLP, served as counsel to the U…
WTS International, the association for the professional advancement of women in transportation, elected Beverley K. Swaim-Staley, President and CEO of Union Station Redevelopment Corporation (USRC), to the position of Vice Chair of its board of directors…
Dubai Council for Marine and Maritime Industries, the umbrella industry body representing the marine and relevant industry, had its first introductory member’s meeting. The meeting sought to introduce the members, lay the broad framework for future operations…
ABS announced a change in leadership with the election of Christopher J. Wiernicki, currently President and Chief Executive Officer of ABS, to the position of Chairman of ABS. This decision was made by the ABS Board of Directors, who voted at…
American Maritime Officers Association (AMO) president follows up on his recent appearance on FOX News Channel.The AMO president says his April 15 live appearance on FOX News Channel's segment, 'Remembering Titanic 101 years Ago Today,' which…
