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05 Sep

ABS, Korean entities to develop hydrogen-fueled tour boat

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry NewsClimate change, Hydrogen, propulsion

(SEOUL) — The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Korea Hydrogen Industry Association (KHIA) and the University of Ulsan, Foundation for Industry Cooperation to develop a small, 40-seat vessel for tourism, equipped with electric propulsion using a 350-kW hydrogen fuel cell. The zero-emission vessel qualifies as one of the research, development and demonstration…

31 Aug

Master Boat gets superstructure contract for new cutters

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry Newsshipbuilding, U.S. Coast Guard

(NEW ORLEANS) — Birdon America announced Wednesday that Master Boat Builders of Coden, Ala., will build the superstructure for the waterways commerce cutter (WCC) program, a vital component of Birdon’s $1.187 billion contract to design and build 27 new vessels for the U.S. Coast Guard. With this contract award, Birdon continues demonstrating its commitment to careful selection of strong U.S.…

30 Aug

Greater Houston Port Bureau honors Kirby’s David Grzebinski

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry Newsbrownwater, Ports, Tugboats and towing

(HOUSTON) — The Greater Houston Port Bureau honored David Grzebinski, president and CEO of Kirby Corp., as the 2023 Maritime Leader of the Year at the bureau’s Annual Maritime Dinner on Aug. 26. He was named as the 2023 honoree for his steadfast commitment to improving the Greater Houston port region. The evening of celebration included recognition from industry leaders…

11 Aug

Propspeed receives type approval from Bureau Veritas

Rich MillerIndustry News

(AUCKLAND, New Zealand) — Propspeed has announced that after significant third-party testing, its foul-release coating system has received type approval from Bureau Veritas. Marine materials and equipment certification is the review and testing process that ensures ships’ component parts conform to the technical standards established by regulatory bodies. Bureau Veritas provides certification services for shipyards, suppliers and manufacturers, helping keep…

27 Jul

Imtra appoints new VP of operations, HR director

Rich MillerIndustry News

(NEW BEDFORD, Mass.) — Imtra, a leading manufacturer and importer of solutions and products for the marine, energy and transportation markets, has added to its management team with a promotion and a new hire. Longtime employee Larry Lake has been promoted to vice president of operations and has been appointed to the senior leadership team. In addition, Carissa Deschler has…

25 Jul

CSA recognizes 90 Crowley vessels for safe operations

Rich MillerIndustry Newssafety, shipping

(JACKSONVILLE, Fla.) – Crowley has been recognized by the Chamber of Shipping of America (CSA) with Jones F. Devlin Awards for the safe operations of 90 company-owned or -managed vessels. The Devlin Award publicly recognizes the skills and dedication of the men and women who are responsible for safe vessel operations and is presented to vessels that have operated for…

17 Jul

Bristol Harbor Group Inc. adds two naval architects

Rich MillerIndustry Newsshipbuilding

(BRISTOL, Rhode Island) – Bristol Harbor Group Inc. (BHGI) continues the expansion of its naval architecture and marine engineering firm with two new additions: Taylor Althouse and Kasey Kennedy. Althouse joined BHGI as a naval architect. He graduated from the University of Michigan with a master of science degree in engineering in naval architecture and marine engineering. During his time…

14 Jul

Philly Shipyard wins contract for hospital ship design study

Rich MillerIndustry Newsshipbuilding

(PHILADELPHIA) – Philly Shipyard has been awarded a contract to conduct the T-AH(X) hospital ship feasibility study for Gibbs and Cox, a Leidos Inc. company. The six-month design study will cover a solution for preliminary designs to replace the two current hospital ships – USNS Mercy and USNS Comfort – owned by the U.S. Navy and operated by Military Sealift…

10 Jul

Stasinos Marine signs with software provider MobileOps

Rich MillerIndustry Newstechnology, Tugboats and towing

(BELLEVUE, Wash.) — MobileOps, a leading provider of innovative software solutions for the maritime industry, has announced the signing of Stasinos Marine, including its JV Coast Line Transfer, as its newest customer. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone for both organizations, showcasing MobileOps' commitment to delivering state-of-the-art technology and Stasinos Marine's dedication to operational excellence. Stasinos Marine, a maritime…

06 Jul

Erma First launches Flexcap to cut fuel use, emissions

Rich MillerIndustry NewsClimate change, propulsion

(PERAMA, Greece) — Erma First, a global sustainable maritime solutions provider, has launched a new energy-saving device (ESD) that promises reduced fuel consumption and emissions. With shipowners seeking practical and cost-effective tools to facilitate compliance with the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Carbon Intensity Index (CII) and Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI), the new solution from Erma First promises to…