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In line with the INTERTANKO-led joint proposal last year, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has agreed to a rescheduling of the International Ballast Water Management Convention implementation dates, which will smooth the installation scheduling for ships installing ballast water management systems (BWMS), a trial period for port state control and new guidance on BWMS type approvals.
Katharina Stanzel (pictured), INTERTANKO … Read More…
The 22nd Annual Meeting of the Asian Shipowners’ Forum (ASF) was held in Mumbai today, hosted by the Indian National Shipowners’ Association (INSA), where Asia’s increasing role in international shipping took centre stage.
Atul Agarwal, Chairman of the 22nd ASF, welcomed the delegates of member associations and said: “Asia’s growing stake in the international shipping will continue to be underpinned by Asia’s role in driving world trade.”
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On April 6th, the four-man crew of Ocean Adventure Rowing and Education (O.A.R Northwest) attempting a Trans-Atlantic Expedition from Dakar to Miami was derailed after their boat capsized about 400 miles north of Puerto Rico
The four rowers were all equipped with ACR ResQLink Personal Locator Beacons which they promptly activated to facilitate their own rescue. Coast Guard Sector San Juan received their 406 MHz distress message at … Read More…
DP World London Gateway launched its new apprenticeship scheme during a visit from a government minister today and local MP, Stephen Metcalfe.
Brandon Lewis MP, Minister for Thames Gateway, joined the London Gateway team to support the new apprenticeship scheme being rolled out and to raise the profile of many other live job opportunities available at London Gateway.
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Paolo Salza, Chief Technical Officer, RINA Services, has been appointed to the board of Directors of the International Confederation of Inspection and Certification Organisations (CEOC).
Mr Salza said: “RINA Services has wide experience in testing, inspection and certification activities across a broad range of industries and I hope to share that experience with my colleagues in other inspection and certification companies, so that we can lift … Read More…
Gibdock has completed a refit of the seismic vessel WG Cook for WesternGeco, reflecting the yard’s growing ability to attract return customers in the specialised offshore vessel market.
WG Cook is one of six 12-streamer 3D seismic ships delivered to the owner in 2010. The 19-day project was completed on time and with no serious QHSE incidents in preparation for WG Cook’s deployment offshore Canada for a seismic survey.
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Maritime services provider Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS) has warned of an increase in Australian Carbon Tax on vessels from 1st July 2013.
Bunker duty and carbon tax is charged for all vessels who conduct a coastal voyage within Australian waters, and if a vessel purchases fuel and/or oil within Australian waters for the purpose of a coastal voyage.
The Australian federal government … Read More…
Classification society ClassNK’s Chairman and President Noboru Ueda, has announced the release of the latest versions of its Rules and Guidance for the Survey and Construction of Steel Ships, in a new version which includes all amendments dated 17th May 1013.
Among the amendments made to the Rules and Guidance this time is the establishment of the “Rules for the Inspection and Registration of Maritime Labour Systems”. Ship owners can … Read More…
MacGregor offshore winches have been specified for 22 new anchor handling tug supply vessels (AHTSVs) under construction at three Chinese shipyards for several international owners. MacGregor, part of Cargotec, has secured new offshore winch contracts from three Chinese shipyards, Fujian Southeast, Fuzhou Baima and Guangdong Yuexin Ocean Engineering. The winches are destined for 22 anchor handling tug supply vessels (AHTSVs) under construction for a number of … Read More…
Aberdeen Harbour has welcomed its first cruise vessel as it prepares for what will be a record breaking season with 12 visits expected to the city this summer.
The arrival of the cruise vessel Island Sky, famed for its large suites and spacious outside decks, signals the start of the season when it arrives tomorrow (May 21st) for the first of what … Read More…
International Container Terminal Services Inc (ICTSI) has been named among the short-list of bidders to build and operate Melbourne’s third international container terminal.
ICTSI is partnering with Anglo Ports for the bid and together the two parties bring extensive sector expertise to the project spanning container terminal development, operations and logistics chain know-how.
ICTSI is one of the pioneers of taking its container terminal … Read More…
Marine electronics specialist MARIS has completed an ECDIS (electronic chart data information systems) technical training programme to enhance support services covering North America and the Caribbean. The initiative is part of its commitment to the Global Distribution & Service Agreement with IMTECH MARINE.
Engineers in IMTECH MARINE’s service network covering US and Caribbean ports have been trained and certified by MARIS to install, commission … Read More…
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