Dubai Council for Marine and Maritime Industries, the umbrella industry body representing the marine and relevant industry, had its first introductory members’ meeting on April 24. The meeting sought to introduce the members, lay the broad framework for future operations, brainstorm on pressing industry issues and strengthen the foundation for meaningful networking among industry partners. [...]
On 20 April, Austal christened USNS Millinocket (JHSV 3) at its state-of-the-art shipyard in Mobile, Alabama. USNS Millinocket is the third of ten Joint High Speed Vessels (JHSV) Austal has under contract with the U.S. Navy as part of an overall 10-ship contract worth over $1.6 billion. The 338-foot (103 metre) catamaran vessel was named [...]
On November 15 2012, Chengxi Shipyard (Xinrong) Co., Ltd performed a ceremony for VALE FTS, a conversion project of VLOC Ore Sossego. The representatives from Owner VALE, Management MSI and Xinrong Shipyard jointly started the crystal ball which meant this project was successfully commenced. The VLOC Ore Sossego arrived at Chengxi Shipyard (Xinrong) Co., Ltd [...]
The Naming Ceremony for the No.62 53,000 DWT bulk carrier, built for Shanghai Jiahe shipping Co., Ltd, was held at the outfitting quay in Chengxi Shipyard on August 29th, 2012. Mr. Qiu Guoxuan, General Manager of China Shipping Bulk Carrier Co., Ltd, Mr. Xu Guobao, General Manager of SHENERGY Co., Ltd, Mr. Li Shaobo, General [...]
Identifying and seizing chances for improvement in a difficult business environment was the theme that ran through this year’s annual meeting of Germanischer Lloyd’s (GL) Hellenic Technical Committee, held in Athens on 8 March. The dramatic increases in fuel prices, new regulations and an increased awareness of the importance of protecting the environment are leading [...]
On Dec 13th, 2011, the 57.000 DWT bulk carrier ( Yard No. HT088 ) that Hantong Shipyard constructed for DA SIN was successfully launched on N0.3 slipway. The vessel is class approved by LR.Executive vice general manager- Mr. Chen Linjun together with the representatives of the ship-owner and the class all attend the ceremony. [...]
On December 06, 2011, Hyundai-Vinashin Shipyard (HVS) held two remarkable ceremonies for Saint Michael Shipping Co., Ltd, Greece, the owner of shipbuilding project of 82, 000 DWT Bulk Carrier. Site Office Opening Ceremony took place under the attendance of representatives from Owner, Lloyd’s Register (LR) and Yard. The ceremonies started with introductions of the parties’ [...]
Keel-laying ceremony of Project 22120 ice-class patrol ship (serial number 051) was held on Nov 25 at JSC Almaz Shipbuilding Firm. Prior to the ceremony there was a briefing attended by Governor of St. Petersburg, members of the city legislative assembly, Director of Northwest Border Guard Dept, Almaz shipbuilders, and other guests. According to the [...]
HVS’ fabrication shop continued celebrating 3 consecutive Steel Cutting Ceremonies for the 56, 000 DWT Bulk Carriers having Hull Nos. S050, S051 and S052, in the series of the eight contracted with Geden Lines, Turkey At present, HVS is producing, installing blocks and preparing keel laying for August, 2012. According to plan, the vessels will [...]
On 15th November 2011, simple Naming Ceremony for Hull No. S058 the 56,000 DWT Bulk Carrier took place at the bridge. At the ceremony, the vessel was officially named “Hanjin Rostock” under attendance of representatives from Owner – Hi Investment & Securities, Hanjin SM, KR and HVS. Afterwards, the delivery documents were signed by and [...]
