Cape Town Container Terminal Expansion

Transnet Port Terminal reports that its R5.6 billion, five-year investment plan aimed at increasing the capacity of the Cape Town Container Terminal is progressing according to schedule. Under its reconfiguration program on the long quay, the container stacking yard is being converted from a straddle

Wärtsilä Powers New Carnival Vessel

Wärtsilä has received an order to power the new cruise vessel of Carnival Corporation, USA carrying the preliminary name Carnival Dream 3. The vessel will be built by the Fincantieri Monfalcone shipyard in Italy and its launch is scheduled for August 2011. Carnival Dream 3 will enter service in the spring of 2012.

MAN B&W Tier-II Engine Ready for Delivery

The first Tier-II compliant MAN B&W engine has finished production at HHI-EMD (Hyundai Heavy Industries Engine & Machinery Division) in Korea and is ready for delivery. The low-speed, two-stroke MAN B&W 6S50ME-C7 type engine will power a shuttle tanker (hull number 1749), currently under construction by Samsung Heavy Industries Co.

This Day in Coast Guard History – March 4

1907-  Congress appropriated $30,000 for installing wireless telegraph on not more than 12 revenue cutters.1915- Secretary of the Treasury was authorized by Congress to detail cutters to enforce anchorage regulations in all harbors, rivers, bays and other navigable waters of United States.

Wärtsilä for Eight Chinese Bulk Carriers

Wärtsilä's two-stroke engines have been chosen for eight Chinese bulk carriers. The order was placed by Beijing-based Minsheng Financial Leasing Co. Ltd. Wärtsilä's Chinese licensee, Hefei Rong'An Power Machinery Co Ltd (Rong'An), a member of the Jiangsu Rongsheng Heavy Industries Group Co Ltd (RSHI), will build the engines.

Guidelines: Replacing Lifeboat Release Mechanisms

Draft guidelines to ensure release mechanisms for lifeboats are replaced with those complying with new, stricter safety standards have been agreed by IMO’s Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Equipment (DE), 53rd session, in order to reduce the number of accidents involving lifeboats, particularly

New Model LNG Carrier at Port Revel

In 2009, Sogreah, a firm of consulting engineers working in the fields of water, energy and the environment, launched the Otello, a 1:25 scale model of one of the world’s largest container carriers. This event was part of the celebrations to mark the extension of its shiphandling training center, Port Revel.

This Day in Naval History – March 2

1859 - Launch of Saginaw at Mare Island, first Navy ship built on West Coast of U.S.1867 - Birthday of Civil Engineer Corps.1899 - Act of Congress creates the rank Admiral of the Navy for George Dewey.1973 - Women begin pilot training to U.S. Navy.(Source: Navy News Service) 

Wärtsilä Powers Polar Supply & Research Vessel

Wärtsilä has signed a contract with the STX Finland Oy shipyard in Rauma, Finland, to deliver four Wärtsilä 32 engines for a Polar Supply and Research Vessel. The owner of the vessel will be the Republic of South Africa's Department of Environmental Affairs, and it will be operated by SMIT Amandla Marine, of South Africa.

ISM Code, 2010 Edition, Now Available

Now available from IMO is the 2010 edition of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code, which includes all related guidelines and consolidates all amendments to the Code adopted since the last edition was published in 2002.  The 2010 edition is an essential reference for maritime administrations,

Expro Wins Safety Award for Australian Ops

Expro was awarded the IFAP/CGU Safe Way Achiever Award at Gold level by demonstrating best practice in its occupational health and safety management systems. The company was assessed using a combination of self-audits, independent desk-audits and supporting documentation to determine its commitment to safety through excellence in training,

MOL Carriers Rescue Students

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced that its woodchip carriers Hokuetsu Delight and Crystal Pioneer searched for survivors of a training ship 550 km southeast of Rio de Janeiro in the South Atlantic, and rescued all 64 who had been aboard, including high school and university students from Canada and one student from Japan.

MOL Drills on Emergency Response

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced that the company has completed a practice drill based on the scenario of its training ship Spirit of MOL being involved in a collision, fire, and oil spill incident just off Manila on February 18. Following is an outline of the drill, which involved about 60 participants

GAC, Nat'l Maritime College of Ireland Initiative

GAC, provider of shipping, logistics and marine services, announced the launch of GAC Training & Service Solutions Limited (GTSS), a new initiative that will provide training solutions for the LNG and tanker markets, as well as other commodity and maritime sectors. A joint venture between GAC and the National Maritime College of Ireland (NMCI),

NG Supplies Nav-Comms for Iraqi Boats

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has been awarded a contract to supply the navigation and communication systems for nine new 114.8 ft patrol boats being built for the Iraqi navy.The $19m firm, fixed-price contract was awarded to Northrop Grumman’s Sperry Marine business unit by Swiftships Shipbuilders,

First Z-Tech 4500 Tug Delivered

In late December 2009, the YT 802 Valiant, first of the new series of Z-Tech 4500 Class tugs for the United States Navy Pilots operating in Puget Sound in Washington State was handed over to her eager Owners. After a shakedown period and crew training she was placed into active service in early February 2010.

Northstar Add-On Contract from L-3 MAPPS

Northstar Network Ltd. announced that it has been awarded another add-on to the multi million contract awarded by L-3 MAPPS Inc. in March 2009 to build consoles for land-based trainers for the Halifax Class of ships. The original contract to manufacture 66 Standard Marine Consoles and 60 Local Operating

Rolls-Royce DP Training Center, Norway

Rolls-Royce, the global power systems company, has opened its new Dynamic Positioning (DP) and Automation & Control training centre in Ålesund, Norway. The simulation centre provides students with real-life training to become proficient with operating DP controls, without the risk of using

MARPOL Training Institute On-line

MARPOL Training Institute (MTI) has added an online capacity to access their training software. With MTI’s new website for online training (http://marine-npdes.com) utilizing these training programs is fast, convenient and available to officers and crew.  Meeting MARPOL Standards (MMS) Officer

Wärtsilä Launches Environmental Services

Wärtsilä has introduced a new portfolio of services, Environmental Services, to both the marine and energy market. Environmental Services will help customers to minimize emissions into the air and water, and help them to meet increasingly stringent legislation and regulations.The new portfolio includes a range of products,

Hirschmann Regional Training Courses

Hirschmann Automation and Control, Inc. (PAT), a supplier of crane operator aids, including load moment indicators (LMI), has released their 2010 training schedule. Hirschmann’s training courses feature classroom training along with actual hands-on experience using system simulators.

Joint Enforcement for 2010 Winter Games

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano and the Honorable Vic Toews, Canadian Minister of Public Safety, announced a new Shiprider pilot project designed to bolster cross-border security operations in the waters of Puget Sound and off the Pacific Coast before and during the 2010 Winter Games in Vancouver.

Castle Shipboard Security Program at University

The Castle Shipboard Security Program is now affiliated with Nova Southeastern University providing university certificates and continuing education units in Vessel Defense and Shipboard Security.  The program is consistent with current national and international conventions including SOLAS and the ISPS Code.

DHS Awards $2k Grant to Cal Maritime

The California Maritime Academy Department of Sponsored Projects and Extended Learning (SPEL) has received a federal Homeland Security grant of $200,000 from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) administered through the California Emergency Management Agency (Cal EMA). The funds will support

Conn. Marine Pilot License Solicitation

As authorized by the Connecticut General Statute Sec 15-13, the Commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Transportation is soliciting applications from qualified mariners interested in receiving a marine pilot license from the State of Connecticut to work on the Connecticut side of the Joint Rotation of Pilots.

Raytheon Wins Contract with Royal Navy

Raytheon Systems Limited, Harlow together with Raytheon Anschütz has been awarded the contract for the In-Service Support (ISS) of the Integrated Bridge and Navigation Systems for the Royal Navy’s new Type 45 Daring class destroyers . Raytheon Anschütz will be responsible for total maintenance

Maritime Environmental Mgmt, Distance Learning

A new training course has been announced by Lloyd’s Maritime Academy. The Certificate in Maritime Environmental Management is a 12-week course offering a thorough introduction to the management of the maritime environment – totally delivered by distance learning. This unique programme starts

This Day in Naval News Service – Jan. 20

1783 - Hostilities cease between Great Britain and the United States 1903 - Theordore Roosevelt issues Executive Order placing Midway Islands under jurisdiction of the Navy Department. 1914 - School for naval air training opens in Pensacola, FL. 1948 - Establishment of U.

Hospital Ship Comfort Deploys to Haiti

Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) departed Jan. 16 beginning a five to seven day transit to Haiti, where more than 800 military and civilian aid workers aboard the ship will provide relief in response to the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck the Caribbean nation Jan. 12.

Wilhelmsen Sponsors Training Academy

helmsen Ships Service is supporting the work of the Nautical Technical Training Academy (NTTA) by providing a range of the company’s Unitor branded safety equipment including a brand new liferaft. The liferaft will be used in the academy’s crew training facility to teach the Basic Safety course.

2010 Norm Manly YMTA Scholarship

The Youth Maritime Training Association (YMTA) is a non-discriminating nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and supporting students who wish to pursue careers in the maritime industry including the marine sciences.The YMTA offers an annual scholarship which may be used by students

This Day in Coast Guard History - Jan. 15

1836- A General Order from the Secretary of the Treasury prescribed that &quot;Blue cloth be substituted for the uniform dress of the officers of the Revenue Cutter Service, instead of grey. . .&quot; thereby ending a controversy that ad brewed for years regarding the uniforms of the Service.<br

Morgenstern Joins Hose-McCann

Hose-McCann Communications, Deerfield Beach, Fla., announced the appointment of Tom Morgenstern as Manager of Technical Engineering.&nbsp; In his new position, Morgenstern shall manage and oversee all aspects of the Technical Engineering Group to include Customer Technical Support, Test Lab Activities, Technical Training and Field Engineer Support.

Bell Finance Director, Aberdeen Harbour

Aberdeen Harbour Board has appointed James Bell as finance director following the recent retirement of Graeme Clark after 26 years service.Bell joins the Board from the Caledonian Brewing Company, a subsidiary of Heineken UK, where he was head of finance since 2002. A graduate of Dundee University,

EMD’s EPA Part 1042 Emissions Kits

Electro-Motive Diesel, Inc. announced that it received US EPA certification for emissions kits according to EPA rule 40 CFR Part 1042, which requires a 25% reduction in particulate matter emissions. The new kits will allow marine operators of EMD Model 645 and 710 engines, both roots-blown and turbocharged,

Propeller Retrofit Gives Significant Fuel Savings

An optimized propeller from MAN Diesel has helped the Scandlines passenger ferry, the M/V Sassnitz, achieve increased efficiency of 12% on its daily sail between Trelleborg, Sweden and Sassnitz, Germany.&nbsp;Scandlines is one of Europe&rsquo;s largest ferry companies, a result of the fusion between the largest,

Stena Bulk Orders New Generation Tankers

Stena Bulk has confirmed an order for two in-house designed Suezmax tankers from Samsung, South Korea for delivery in 2011. The 158,700 dwt vessels, with a length of 899 ft and a beam of 157.5 ft, will be when delivered the largest tankers in Stena Bulk&rsquo;s fleet. Also included are two optional sister vessels, declarable spring 2010.

Wärtsilä Contract with Dutch Ship Owner

W&auml;rtsil&auml; has signed a three-year training contract with its long-time customer Wagenborg Shipping of the Netherlands. The agreement covers the training of more than 830 of the shipping company's crew members, and will be held at W&auml;rtsil&auml; Land &amp; Sea Academy training centers. The training consists of about 70 courses a year.

Mitropoulos Presides, Arab Academy Expansion

&quot;I could not think of a better way to formally start the &lsquo;Year of the Seafarer&rsquo; other than by commissioning a new training centre, such as the new branch of the Arab Academy in Port Said,&rdquo; said IMO Secretary-General Efthimios E. Mitropoulos on Saturday, 9 January, as he formally

New Navy Contract

General Dynamics Bath Iron Works, Bath, Maine, is being awarded a $6,862,387 modification to previously awarded contract (N00024-06-C-2303) to exercise an option for additional systems engineering and class logistics services associated with the detail design and construction of the DDG 1000 Zumwalt Class destroyer.
Contracts Alu Design Contract with STX Norway Electro. Transocean Ultra-Deepwater Drillship Contract. New Navy Contract. Campbell Shipping, Heavy Industry Agreement. USACE Contract for Ontonagon Harbor Dredging.
Cruise Ship Trends Oceania Cruises Celebraties at Fincantieri. Inauguration of the Costa Deliziosa. MarineSTAR System for Oasis of the Seas. Le Havre, Larger Port for Cruise Ships. Silversea's New Flagship Arrives in America.
Education/Training New Model LNG Carrier at Port Revel. GAC, Nat'l Maritime College of Ireland Initiative. Mystic Seaport Awarded NEH Grant. Rolls-Royce DP Training Center, Norway. MARPOL Training Institute On-line.
Environmental Island Pilot’s DSe Hybrid on Discovery Channel. MMS Completes Cape Wind Assessment. Maersk, Lloyd’s Register Test Bio-Fuels. Wärtsilä, Hitachi Zosen Fuel Cell Power Plant. 2010 Orders for OptiMarin AS.
Finance Global Ship Lease Reports Q4 2009 Results. OSG’s Q4 Results & Improving Outlook. Hercules Offshore Q4 & Full Year 2009 Results. Dril-Quip Q4 & Year End Results. Euroseas Q4 & Year End Report.
Marine Electronics New DGNSS From Kongsberg Seatex. NAVICO Honored at 2009 NMEA. Hispano Radio, WESMAR Dealer in Spain. Furuno Manufacturer of the Year. OSIL Uses Sontek ADCP.
Marine Propulsion MAN B&W Tier-II Engine Ready for Delivery. Wärtsilä Powers Polar Supply & Research Vessel. STX Emergency Gen-Sets. Wärtsilä Slow Steaming Upgrade Kits. MHI Licenses 3rd Chinese Company.
Navigation USCG Terminates Bridge Project Permit. Jeppesen, Furuno Partner on Navigation. Great Lakes, Seaway 2010 Navigation Season. Houston Shipping Channel Reopens to All. Easier Access to Electronic Charts.
Navy This Day in Naval History – March 9. This Day in Naval History – March 8. This Day in Naval History – March 5. This Day in Naval History – March 4. This day in Naval History – March 3.
Offshore MMS Completes Cape Wind Assessment. Transocean Ultra-Deepwater Drillship Contract. OMSA: New Offshore Oil & Gas Areas. Mitchell Commercial Director at Cosalt Offshore. Bourbon, Schilling Robotics ROV Design.
Ports Georgia Improves Reefer Capacity. Hamburg Süd: Chilean Port Situation. INTERTANKO Objects to Port of Trieste Fines. USACE Port of LA Crude Oil Terminal. Le Havre, Larger Port for Cruise Ships.
Ship Sales Star Bulk Sells Capesize Vessel Star Beta. Tsakos Energy Ship Sales. Globus Maritime Sells Handymax Dry Bulk Carrier. Oceanfreight Inc. Acquires Capesize Vessel. South Korean Shipping Slump.
Shipbuilding Austal USA to Prime LCS Bid. Floating Dry Dock Officially Named. STX Europe New Shipyard in Brazil. STX Europe, MSC Cruise LOI for Newbuild. Shipbuilder JES International in the Red.
Technology Shipwrecks: Cleaning Up from the Past. Ship-to-Ship Wireless Broadband Tracking. AVEVA Marine Offers New Features. Penn State Receives Grant. Lockheed Martin Awarded Grant.
Workboats Mid America Shipyards Delivers First Vessel. 45 Tonne Bollard Pull ASD Tug Delivered. Damen’s Stan Tug 1205. Crowley’s Ocean Class Tug Building Program. First Z-Tech 4500 Tug Delivered.