Regional crackdown on crew certificates SOUTHERN Mediterranean countries are to clamp down on seafarer qualifications as part of a drive to streamline efforts to rid the region of substandard shipping.
Sea Launch lift-off boosts Kvaerner prospects THE Sea Launch programme's first commercial engagement has lifted off without a hitch in the Pacific Ocean.
Dex eyes alternative risk products for shipowners DEX, the hull insurer created through a joint venture between mutual manager Thomas Miller, insurance giant Swiss Re and Lloyd's managing agent Chartwell, is looking to offer alternative risk transfer products to shipowners.
Weser Ore rescue gear delayed ARRIVAL of specialised equipment needed to free the grounded 274,326 dwt Weser Ore from rocks at the Brazilian iron ore port of Tubarao, has been delayed, sources monitoring the rescue operation said, writes James Brewer.
Ports warned on 2000 bug SHIPOWNERS have to adhere to rigid standards, including the ISM code, but ports and terminals have no similar rules governing them, the 5th International Conference on Safety in the Port Environment was told in Bremen yesterday.
Germany protests over EC plan for spending and pricing structure The German government has voiced strong opposition to the European Commission's plans for overseeing the infrastructure spending of seaports and their pricing structure.
First Olsen makes new buyback bid FIRST Olsen Tankers yesterday committed nearly NKr454m ($58m) to buy out the 40% of the company not held by Fred Olsen family companies.
NOL takes on a third top Sea-Land executive NEPTUNE Orient Lines has hired a third senior Sea-Land executive following the recruitment of two others a fortnight ago.
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