Unique Hydrographic Systems has been contracted to supply Seaflex Air Lift bags to Leighton Welspun in Mumbai. The total value of the project is INR 37,35,066 (approx. $ 70,000). Based in Navi Mumbai, Unique Hydrographic Systems provide a complete...

Many contemporary marine vehicles are being outfitted with contra-rotating propellers (CRP), and naval architects need the ability to model the performance of CRP systems – a capability that has been lacking until now. As part of its ongoing...

The Port of Los Angeles has released its January 2013 cargo volumes. Overall volumes decreased 4.25 percent compared to January 2012. The decrease was due to a vessel service that shifted out of the Port of Los Angeles. Imports decreased 5.32...

The 'A' rated, 170 million GT North P&I club has launched a new scheme to help its members ensure their Filipino crew members receive the most efficient, high quality treatment when repatriated to the Philippines as a result of injury or illness...

Common-rail 32/44 engines central to RoRo propulsion package Italian Visemar has placed an order with the Cantiere Navale Visentini yard, near Venice, for a RoRo ship. The vessel will be powered by a complete MAN propulsion package featuring 2 ×...

SKF's acquisition of German-based ship components provider Blohm + Voss Industries (BVI) has been approved by the relevant authorities and is now closed. SKF paid around 80 MEUR for 100% of the equity of BVI and assumed net loans of 18 MEUR. Blohm...

There are several good reasons why Panama will be the centre of attention in the shipping world over the coming months. The Panama Maritime XI Conference & Exhibition is lining up another spectacular show, with a comprehensive showcase of shipping...