ShipTek 2009 constitutes of two day international conference, ShipTek Expo 2009, 3rd International Maritime Video & Excellence Awards and the Launch of Marine BizTV in South East Asia. ShipTek Expo 2009 and the International Conference commenced today at Sing Expo is on the vital subject ‘Technology Revolution in Marine and Offshore Industry’. This unique platform proves perfect to network, strike deals, forge trade relations and take business to the next level. ShipTek Expo 2009 offers a productive business podium for the delegates and a great opportunity to display the new technologies of the maritime industry. The third appearance of the international Maritime Video & Excellence Awards for the year 2009 accompanied by cocktails & gala dinner at the most prestigious hotel Swissotel- The Stamford tomorrow will add an extra dimension and grandeur to the event. Another added attraction of ShipTek 2009 is the launch of Marine BizTV in South East Asia, which also makes the event a much awaited one. The entire event is exclusively available at www.live.marinebiztv.com
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Wednesday, May 6, 2009
ShipTek 2009 at Uniquely Singapore
ShipTek 2009, Organized by BizTV Events has anchored at Uniquely Singapore ShipTek 2009 has anchored on the shores of 'Lion City' today at Sing Expo, Singapore.
A.P. Moller - Maersk Group reduces CO2 emissions by 9%
Health, Safety, Security and Environment Report 2008 shows improvements in terms of performance and reporting Copenhagen, 5 May 2009: A.P. Moller - Maersk Group is reducing its impact on the climate with a drop of 9% in CO2 emissions in 2008 compared to the previous year.
This represents a fall of 5 million tonnes CO2 and has been achieved through lower fuel consumption on ships and reduced flaring from platforms. The positive trend is continuing in 2009 in line with the Group’s new environmental strategy, which was decided last year and now being implemented throughout the various business units. The significant CO2 reduction is one of the main results in the “Health, Safety, Security and Environment Report 2008” – a report, which the A.P. Moller - Maersk Group publishes for the second consecutive year. The 2008 report contains a number of improvements, both when it comes to performance and reporting.” We have taken many important initiatives in 2008 and we firmly believe they will enhance improvements in our performance in coming years,” says Head of Group HSSE, Joseph Nazareth.Read More
This represents a fall of 5 million tonnes CO2 and has been achieved through lower fuel consumption on ships and reduced flaring from platforms. The positive trend is continuing in 2009 in line with the Group’s new environmental strategy, which was decided last year and now being implemented throughout the various business units. The significant CO2 reduction is one of the main results in the “Health, Safety, Security and Environment Report 2008” – a report, which the A.P. Moller - Maersk Group publishes for the second consecutive year. The 2008 report contains a number of improvements, both when it comes to performance and reporting.” We have taken many important initiatives in 2008 and we firmly believe they will enhance improvements in our performance in coming years,” says Head of Group HSSE, Joseph Nazareth.
Royal opening for UK facility importing LNG from Qatar
London: The Queen and other senior members of the UK royal family will be attending the official opening of the South Hook LNG facility at Milford Haven next week.
Also attending will be members of the Qatari royal family – His Highness the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, Her Highness Sheikh Mozah Bint Nasser Al-Missned and Her Highness Sheikh Hind Bint Hamad Al-Thani.Milford Haven mayor, John Roberts said: “The event on May 12 will certainly put the final seal on completion of the operation to provide a fifth of the UK’s gas supply from Milford Haven. The facility has already received three trial shipments of gas from the LNG facility in Ras Laffan, the industrial city located 50 miles north of Doha. The first two were carried in Q-Flex vessels, the third in a Q-MaxRead More
Also attending will be members of the Qatari royal family – His Highness the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, Her Highness Sheikh Mozah Bint Nasser Al-Missned and Her Highness Sheikh Hind Bint Hamad Al-Thani.Milford Haven mayor, John Roberts said: “The event on May 12 will certainly put the final seal on completion of the operation to provide a fifth of the UK’s gas supply from Milford Haven. The facility has already received three trial shipments of gas from the LNG facility in Ras Laffan, the industrial city located 50 miles north of Doha. The first two were carried in Q-Flex vessels, the third in a Q-Max
SCA Announces New Chair/Vice Chair
The Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA) announced that Herschel Vinyard, vice president at Atlantic Marine Holding Company, has been elected its new chair.
Mr. Vinyard takes the leadership role of the Council after two successful years that saw increased membership and an expansion of services provided by the SCA under the chairmanship of Steve Welch, CEO and President of Todd Pacific Shipyards. Chris Bollinger, executive vice president of Bollinger Shipyards, was elected to the position of vice-chair. The elections occurred during the Council’s annual Spring General Membership Meeting, held April 27 - 29, in Washington, DC. Past chair Steve Welch commented, "It was truly an honor to serve as chair of SCA. Over the past two years the association continued to grow its visibility in Washington and tackle a broad agenda. I have no doubt that Herschel Vinyard and Chris Bollinger will lead SCA to further success and new accomplishments.Read More
Mr. Vinyard takes the leadership role of the Council after two successful years that saw increased membership and an expansion of services provided by the SCA under the chairmanship of Steve Welch, CEO and President of Todd Pacific Shipyards. Chris Bollinger, executive vice president of Bollinger Shipyards, was elected to the position of vice-chair. The elections occurred during the Council’s annual Spring General Membership Meeting, held April 27 - 29, in Washington, DC. Past chair Steve Welch commented, "It was truly an honor to serve as chair of SCA. Over the past two years the association continued to grow its visibility in Washington and tackle a broad agenda. I have no doubt that Herschel Vinyard and Chris Bollinger will lead SCA to further success and new accomplishments.
Fincantieri, Boeing to build hovercraft fleet
Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri and aerospace company Boeing have teamed up to win a new US Navy hovercraft fleet contract.
The agreement, which was awarded under the Sea Base-to-Shore Connector (SSC) programme, was announced in Washington, USA, on May 4. From an operational perspective, Fincantieri will be involved, through its American subsidiary, Marinette Marine Corporation. Boeing will be involved in the programme through Boeing Rotorcraft Systems. In the tender for the SSC programme, which will be launched in 2010, Marinette Marine will take the role of prime contractor for the vessels, which are to be built at its shipyards in Wisconsin, while Boeing Rotorcraft Systems will be responsible for propulsion and avionics. The ten-year SSC programme provides for the construction of 80 hovercraft, worth US$4 billion, to replace the Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC), which was introduced between 1984 and 2001.Read More
The agreement, which was awarded under the Sea Base-to-Shore Connector (SSC) programme, was announced in Washington, USA, on May 4. From an operational perspective, Fincantieri will be involved, through its American subsidiary, Marinette Marine Corporation. Boeing will be involved in the programme through Boeing Rotorcraft Systems. In the tender for the SSC programme, which will be launched in 2010, Marinette Marine will take the role of prime contractor for the vessels, which are to be built at its shipyards in Wisconsin, while Boeing Rotorcraft Systems will be responsible for propulsion and avionics. The ten-year SSC programme provides for the construction of 80 hovercraft, worth US$4 billion, to replace the Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC), which was introduced between 1984 and 2001.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Enforce minimum mandatory experience standards now, urges Rajvanshy
Hong Kong: A leading shipmanager is calling for minimum mandatory experience requirements. Kishore Rajvanshy, the md of Hong Kong-based Fleet Management, told Seatrade that he is pushing the IMO and other bodies to make sure that the current officer shortage does not continue to bring safety standards down.
This can only be done, he said, by legislating for proper service time onboard before seafarers can climb the ranks. ‘Quick promotions, rising salaries, shorter contracts for seafarers have contrasted poorly with increased insurance costs, depreciating asset values and environmental disasters,’ said Rajvanshy. ‘Clearly the balance the industry strives to achieve has eluded it.’The shipmanager said that data from insurance companies suggests between 70 and 80% of accidents at sea take place because of the human element. While tankers are vetted by oil majors and criteria includes staff experience, no other sector faces the same scrutiny.Read More
This can only be done, he said, by legislating for proper service time onboard before seafarers can climb the ranks. ‘Quick promotions, rising salaries, shorter contracts for seafarers have contrasted poorly with increased insurance costs, depreciating asset values and environmental disasters,’ said Rajvanshy. ‘Clearly the balance the industry strives to achieve has eluded it.’The shipmanager said that data from insurance companies suggests between 70 and 80% of accidents at sea take place because of the human element. While tankers are vetted by oil majors and criteria includes staff experience, no other sector faces the same scrutiny.
Bollinger Shipyards Celebrates Success
Bollinger Shipyards, Inc. hosted a celebration of success ceremony on May 1, commemorating the completion of the 87 ft Marine Protector-class Coastal Patrol Boat (CPB) project.
The event featured the USCGC Sea Fox (WPB 87374).S. Senator David Vitter (R-La.), Rep. Charlie Melancon (D-La.); Coast Guard Assistant Commandant for Acquisition Rear Adm. Gary T. Blore; Bollinger Shipyards, Inc. CEO and Chairman of the Board Donald “Boysie” Bollinger; Bollinger Executive Vice President, New Construction, Chris Bollinger; and 42-year Bollinger employee L.J. Adams, Facility Foreman, addressed the crowd.Guests included dignitaries from federal, state and local agencies, including members of the U.S. Coast Guard, as well as employees of the Bollinger workforce.Read More
The event featured the USCGC Sea Fox (WPB 87374).S. Senator David Vitter (R-La.), Rep. Charlie Melancon (D-La.); Coast Guard Assistant Commandant for Acquisition Rear Adm. Gary T. Blore; Bollinger Shipyards, Inc. CEO and Chairman of the Board Donald “Boysie” Bollinger; Bollinger Executive Vice President, New Construction, Chris Bollinger; and 42-year Bollinger employee L.J. Adams, Facility Foreman, addressed the crowd.Guests included dignitaries from federal, state and local agencies, including members of the U.S. Coast Guard, as well as employees of the Bollinger workforce.
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