ITF Gaza fund gets off to flying start

23 May 2013 -A solidarity fund launched today by the ITF to raise £40,000 to support Palestinian drivers and their union in Gaza got off to a flying start, with immediate union pledges totalling over £13,000. The ITF executive board decided to launch the fund, following calls for support to rebuild...

May 23rd, 2013 | ITF | Read More

Hot Port news from GAC

Your daily news service from ports around the world. In this HOT PORT NEWS, read about: * United States, New Orleans, Louisiana – Algiers Point update * Australia, Newcastle – Stoppage at Newcastle terminals * Bunker Update – MARKET PRICE UPDATE 23/05/13 DATE: May 23, 2013 COUNTRY:...

May 23rd, 2013 | Bunkering, Ports & Terminals | Read More

The fleet of the Tour de France à la Voile 2013 now unveiled

Key points: - 13 teams will be on the start line of the 36th edition of the TFV - Professional teams will still face amateurs - A.S.O. is breathing new energy into shore activities: a stronger race village, a travelling convoy and an event pole on the beaches and in the cities – details in the media...

May 23rd, 2013 | Sports, Yachting | Read More

HIV positive transport workers building Kenya network

Usafiri meeting, Kisumu 23 May 2013 – Eighteen HIV positive transport workers from unions across Kenya recently came together for the first time to share their experiences and discuss how to develop the Usafiri Positive Workers Network (USAFIRI) throughout the country to reduce stigma around HIV/AIDS...

May 23rd, 2013 | Charity, Health and Safety, HR | Read More

Results of the 2013 “HELMEPA Junior” Panhellenic Drawing Competition

The Panhellenic Drawing Competition of the “HELMEPA Junior” environmental Program based on the theme “I’m taken in my dreams to a spotless world that gleams” has been successfully completed. HELMEPA received a total of 318 artworks from 352 HELMEPA Junior Groups of 101 Kindergartens and Elementary...

May 23rd, 2013 | Charity, Clubs, Environment | Read More

NORTH P&I Club directors confirm improved and financially sound result for 2012/13

Directors of the 170 million GT, ‘A’ rated North P&I club confirm the club achieved a satisfactory financial result in the year to 20 February 2013 despite challenging economic conditions. A modest investment return was offset by an overall increase in members’ and pool claims, resulting in...

May 23rd, 2013 | P and I Clubs | Read More

PARAT Halvorsen to deliver high voltage boilers to Kazakhstan

Kazakhmys Copper Production: Kazakhmys Copper Production in Kazakhstan. Parat Halvorsen recently won a contract to deliver two complete, turnkey, skid-based hot water units to the Kazakhmys Aktogay copper mine project in Kazakhstan. The hot water units are based around the Parat High Voltage Electrode...

May 23rd, 2013 | Mining | Read More

Steady increase in owners signing up for Ships Agency solution says WSS GM Japan

Wilhelmsen Ships Services (WSS) General Manager for Japan Yoshihiro Iizuka says that he expects more customers to sign up for its’ Ships Agency Re-Defined (SARD) solution throughout 2013 and beyond as the company prepares for Bariship 2013. Mr Iizuka comments: “From 2011 to 2012 the...

May 23rd, 2013 | Marine Equipment Products and Services, Ship Agencies | Read More

GAC pushes further into the Arctic with Polar Logistics Group

23 May 2013 - Bergen, Norway - GAC Norway AS and Polar Logistics Group ApS (POLOG) have formed a strategic partnership to further strengthen GAC’s network within the Arctic Circle. The move is the latest stage in the company’s Arctic strategy to better serve the region by bringing together...

May 23rd, 2013 | Logistics, Marine Equipment Products and Services, Underwater Shipping | Read More

Wärtsilä to supply DEH system for African offshore oilfield

Wärtsilä is the market leader in topside direct electrical heating systems, being involved in 85 per cent of all contracted systems to date. This latest valuable order for Wärtsilä DEH technology provides further evidence of the benefits of the proven technology for West African installations. On...

May 23rd, 2013 | Energy, Oil Industry | Read More

HSH Nordbank begins 2013 with a positive quarterly result

Group net income of EUR 73 million Total earnings significantly increased to EUR 417 million Core Tier 1 capital ratio reaches 10 percent New business proves the progress made in realigning the Bank Chairman of the Management Board Constantin von Oesterreich: “The progress made in implementing our...

May 23rd, 2013 | Banking, Finance, Shipfinance | Read More

Lloyd’s Register approves HMS LNG carrier training facility in Busan

Hyundai Merchant Marine subsidiary has been granted Approved Training Provider status for their facilities and LNG carrier training courses to SIGTTO Training Standards Lloyd’s Register has awarded Approved Training Provider (ATP) Certification to Hae Young Maritime Services Co. Ltd. (HMS), a subsidiary...

May 23rd, 2013 | Classification Societies, Maritime Education and Training, News | Read More

ESPO Safeguarding Autonomy of Port Authorities

Commission Vice-President Siim Kallas (photo) announced today the publication of a regulation proposal on market access to port services and financial transparency, as well as a new communication on ports policy. ESPO welcomes the fact that both initiatives value the important role that seaports play...

May 23rd, 2013 | European Union, Politics and Government, Ports & Terminals | Read More

Inverter installation: Troubleshooting 101

INVERTER INSTALLATION: TROUBLESHOOTING 101 Quick Tips to Maximize Your Inverter’s Zesty Performance By Tech Doctor Don Wilson So you want to install an inverter, but with all the features and complexity of today’s more sophisticated units, you’re hesitant to take the plunge? Or, perhaps you’ve...

May 23rd, 2013 | Marine Equipment Products and Services, Technical | Read More

Hot Port News from GAC

Your daily* news service from ports around the world. In this HOT PORT NEWS, read about: * Hong Kong, Hong Kong – Submarine Outfall Inspection Works at Sham Shui Kok Anchorages * Hong Kong, Hong Kong – Marine Site Investigation off Hung Hom and Causeway Bay * Hong Kong, Hong Kong –...

May 23rd, 2013 | Bunkering, Ports & Terminals | Read More

Piracy hasn’t gone away

Now, this is headlines as it comes from one of us: John Guy! Here is his brief note and we fully endorse his effort and indeed will comment to Amazon: Dear friends and colleagues, The Reluctant Pirate Somali piracy isn’t going away anytime soon. See behind the scenes with this well-informed but easy...

May 22nd, 2013 | Books, Piracy and Terrorism | Read More

Le Tour de France à la Voile, a popular and festive event !

To keep in mind: - The 2013 Tour de France à la Voile goes hand-in-hand with a great celebration on land - A.S.O. wants to enhance its Animations Village and redeploy life on land (beaches, publicity caravan) - Publicity Caravan, Sail Climbing, Summer Hit Party, Stand Up Paddle Challenge, there are...

May 22nd, 2013 | Sports, Yachting | Read More

World’s First Miniature Self-Charging Tracking Device for Lifejackets

Roke Manor Research Ltd (Roke), a Chemring Group company, has developed AGITATE, a self-charging miniaturised device which could deliver a low cost method of monitoring and regulating the use of lifejackets that have a built in man-overboard capability. AGITATE is currently the size of a five pence...

May 22nd, 2013 | Health and Safety | Read More

PPG begins producing protective and marine coatings at Poland facility

Additional manufacturing supports regional PMC business expansion AMSTERDAM, May 22, 2013 – PPG Industries (NYSE:PPG) today announced it has started manufacturing protective and marine coatings (PMC) at the company’s facility in Ostrów Wielkopolski, Poland. The facility, which previously produced...

May 22nd, 2013 | Marine Equipment Products and Services | Read More

Diana Shipping Reports First Quarter Financial Results

ATHENS, GREECE, May 22, 2013 – Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX), a global shipping company specializing in the ownership and operation of dry bulk vessels, today reported a net loss of $3.2 million for the first quarter of 2013, compared to net income of $20.0 million reported in the first quarter of...

May 22nd, 2013 | Stock Markets | Read More

RINA’s Salza joins CEOC board

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). Says Salza, “RINA Services has wide experience in testing, inspection and certification activities across a broad...

May 22nd, 2013 | Classification Societies | Read More

Pocket guide focuses on safe carriage of solid bulk cargoes

(UK P&I Club, Lloyd’s Register, Intercargo) When bulk cargoes shift, liquefy, catch fire or explode as a consequence of poor loading procedures, the consequences can be massive. Ships may capsize, lose stability or sustain severe structural damage. Such happenings enhance the risks -and the occurrence-...

May 22nd, 2013 | Conferences, Seminars, Forums, Marine Insurance | Read More

ISS announces Senior Vice President Global Sales appointment

Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS), the world’s leading maritime services provider, has announced the appointment of Les Morris to a new role as Senior Vice President Global Sales. The new position has been created to deliver a global key account management and sales excellence programme for customers....

May 22nd, 2013 | Marine Equipment Products and Services, Ship Agencies | Read More

Five 18,400 TEU containerships to be classed by GL

Ulsan/Hamburg, 22 May 2013 - Germanischer Lloyd (GL) has signed a classification agreement with Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) for the construction of five 18,400 TEU containerships. The so far largest container vessels are ordered by China Shipping Container Lines (CSCL). “The agreement marks...

May 22nd, 2013 | Classification Societies, Container shipping, Shipbuilding and Shipyards | Read More

Cosmetic treatments in the wrong hands

(Source: Lloyd’s of London) Cosmetic procedures like dermal fillers and laser treatments are increasingly being called into question, prompting calls for tougher regulation and minimum levels of insurance. Cosmetic treatments – from face-lifts to non-surgical procedures like dermal fillers,...

May 21st, 2013 | Health and Safety, Insurance and Reinsurance | Read More