Gjøa Hull Safely Through Gulf of Aden
The hull of the North Sea Gjøa platform is on its way to Norway from the Samsung shipyard in South Korea. At the weekend an EU naval force provided a military escort as the hull passed through the notorious Gulf of Aden. The result of 1.7 million hours worked in South Korea, the Gjøa platform hull is now on its way to Stord via the Suez Canal. The long voyage to Stord is estimated to take 40-45 days.
Burger Boatâs Sycara IV Wins Award
Burger Boat Companyâs Syara IV, a 2010 151.2 ft Fantail Motor Yacht, was awarded the Best Design Trophy for Custom Yachts Under 50m at the prestigious 2009 World Yachts Trophies organized by LuxMedia Group and held in conjunction with the Cannes International Yacht and Boat Show September 12, 2009. Sycara IV won the award thanks in part to her unique design, reflective of her ownerâs desire to build a family yacht true to the Golden Age of yachting.
NYMH Executes Purchase Contract
NYMET Holdings Inc. (PINKSHEETS: NYMH), a metals and mining company headquartered in Port Jefferson, N.Y., announced the successful execution of a Lease PurchaseâŚ
Wilson & Jennings at North of England P&I Club
Alan Wilson and Paul Jennings became joint managing directors of the âAâ rated, 100 million GT North of England P&I club 18 September 2009 following the retirementâŚ
Arctic Sea Ice Report
The National Snow and Ice Data Center, sponsored by the University of Colorado and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), issued its report on Arctic sea ice.
Bay Ship & Yacht Launches Blue Thunder
Bay Ship & Yacht has launched the high-performance yacht, Blue Thunder, marking the shipyardâs entry into the custom-built sport-yachting market. With a service speed of 32 knots, a flank speed of 42 knots, and a draft of less than three ft, the Blue Thunder offers the speed and performance of a high-performance sport yacht. The custom interior is crafted with veneered, ultra-light honeycomb-cored panels, with a satin varnish finish.
Kiel Cruise Shipping Season Draws to a Close
As this yearâs cruise shipping season draws to a close, Dirk Claus, the Managing Director of the Port of Kiel (SEEHAFEN KIEL GmbH & Co. KG), reported that it has been a positive one.
Conover Voted WISTA Personality of the Year
Pamela C. Conover, who has taken leadership roles at three major cruise lines, has been voted Personality of the Year 2009 by the Womenâs International Shipping & Trading Association. The decision was announced at the 2009 conference of WISTA, taking place at IMO headquarters in London from September 16-18. Pam Conover is president and chief executive of Seabourn Cruise Line, a luxury cruise subsidiary of the Carnival group.
Galinis Commands NAVSEA's SUPSHIP Gulf Coast
Capt. William J. Galinis relieved Capt. Mary E. Dexter as commanding officer of the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) field activity, Supervisor of Shipbuilding (SUPSHIP)âŚ
WISTA Chalkidis Elects President
Vera Chalkidis, commercial director of Athenian Sea Carriers has been chosen to succeed Marita Scott of NorthEdge Risk Services, Bergen, who has held the presidency for four years. Athenian Sea Carriers is a tanker management company that prides itself on its support for sustainable commerce. It was the first shipping entity to obtain ISO9001 certification for the design, development and provision of training courses for its seafarers.
Proposed Shipbuilding Centers of Excellence
Davie Yards Inc. (TSX:DAV) introduced its proposal for the implementation of a National Shipbuilding Procurement Strategy aimed at renewing the federal fleet andâŚ
SNAME Papers, Annual Meeting & Expo
Technical papers on a wide range of ship design and production topics will be presented during the Society of Naval Architects and Engineers (SNAME) Annual Meeting and ExpoâŚ
Conrad Industries New Contract Award
Conrad Industries, Inc. (OTC Pink Sheets: CNRD.PK) announced that it has been awarded a contract for the construction of a shallow draft dredge with a value of $13.1m.
This Day in Coast Guard History â Sept. 21
1791- Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton authorized an allowance of 9 cents for every ration that Revenue officers did not draw. 1922- Congress authorizedâŚ
This Day in Naval History â Sept. 21
1858 - Sloop Niagara departs Charleston, SC, for Liberia with African slaves rescued from slave ship. 1923 - Asiatic Fleet completes mission of aiding earthquake victims in Japan.
