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Goudy & Stevens Shipyard Integrates Automated Layout, Cutting Processes In Building Largest U.S. Oil Skimmer
Goudy & Stevens Shipyard, East Boothbay, Maine, recently launched the Valdez Star, largest oil skimmer ever built in the U.S. Constructed under contract for JBF Scientific Company, Inc., the 600-ton, 123- foot-long, 31-foot-wide vessel is destined for duty in Prince William Sound, Alaska.
Danos & Curole Christen Jackup Barge Alyce Danos
Christening ceremonies were held recently for the Alyce Danos, a class 130 jackup barge that will service the entire Gulf of Mexico coast. The Alyce Danos represents a $1.7-million investment by Danos & Curole, marine contractors of Larose, La.
Calling All Mariners
Globalstar, L.P brought its next- generation strategizing to fruition with the release of full commercial access of its mobile satellite service in the U.S. through its distributor Globalstar U.S.A. With the recent demise of Iridium, and ICO
Derrick/Supply Vessel Now In Gulf Service For Tidewater
The Lift Tide (shown above), a derrick x supply vessel operated by Tidewater Contractors, Inc., a subsidiary of Tidewater Inc., is now in U.S. Gulf service off the Louisiana coast following extended duty in the Middle East. Refitted with a new American Hoist & Derrick,
Kvichak's Pilot Boat Comes Back From Flunking Test
During a 360-degree stability test of Chinook by Kvichak Marine, the 72-ft. (21.9 m) pilot boat failed because a fire extinguisher broke loose during the roll and shattered a port window, allowing the pilothouse to flood. Since the flooding altered the center of gravity on Chinook.
Innovative "Flexor" Barge Connector Allows Blue Water Barge Trains
"Trains" of freight barges crisscrossing the world's oceans, lakes and rivers, is the goal set by the Barge Train Division of American Metal Bearing, Inc., which has announced the introduction to the commercial market of its "Flexor," a flexible
Danish Contingent Strong At OE2001
The joint Danish stand at Offshore Europe 2001 (OE2001) brings together 21 Danish manufacturers and suppliers of a multiple range of products and services for the international marine and offshore industry. The companies constitute Offshore Denmark - The Marine and Offshore Technology Group,
BARGE INDUSTRY WAITS FOR CONGRESSIONAL ACTION ON HIGHWAY DIESEL TAX
A recent report from the AWO (American Waterways Operators, Inc.) detailed the current situation regarding the Highway Diesel Tax. The AWO reported that during Omnibus Budget Reconciliation talks last year, Congress changed the highway tax collection
Steven Moodie To Retire As President And Director Of Interocean Shipping
The retirement, effective January 31, 1981, of Steven M. Moodie as president and director of Interocean Shipping Company and its subsidiaries, Venoil and Venpet, Inc., and Steamship Service Corporation has been announced by Thomas T. Church, vice president,
USCG Certified No-Discharge Oxidizing Toilet Now Available
An oxidizing toilet that can be fueled by either diesel oil or propane gas has been designed to meet commercial marine sanitation requirements by Clear Water, Inc., Walworth, Wis. Called Sani- Rator, the toilet has been tested by Underwriters Laboratory and certified as a Type III USCG MSD.