Five Issues That Derail Vessel Control System Modernizations
A vessel control system modernization can look straightforward on paper: remove aging components, install new hardware and software, test the system and return the vessel to service.
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Rockhopper Eyes 2028 First Oil as Argentina Seeks Tougher Sanctions
Rockhopper, an oil company focused on the self-governing British overseas territory Falkland Islands claimed by Argentina, said on Wednesday its Sea Lion project remains on track for first oil in the first quarter of 2028.Argentina's government has ratcheted up pressure…
Six Guilty of Manslaughter Over Fatal English Channel Illegal Migrant Crossing
A Paris court on Wednesday found six men guilty of manslaughter over the drowning of more than 30 people in the English Channel five years ago, the worst disaster on record involving illegal migrants in the narrow seaway separating France…
Galician Coast Guard Conducts Long-Distance Medical Evacuation of Sailor
The Galician Coast Guard is reporting the successful evacuation of a seriously injured crewmember from a fishing vessel, despite challenging conditions. It required a 3.5-hour flight to reach the fishing vessel, Armaven Uno.
Russia Plans Maritime Centre to Align Ship Orders and Yard Capacity
Russia’s proposed maritime centre should coordinate long-term civilian vessel orders with financing and shipyard capacity, First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov said in Moscow on September 29.The Maritime Collegium approved the centre’s concept and main areas of activity at the…
COSCO Shipping Specialised Carriers Plans 22-Ship Heavy-lift Expansion
COSCO Shipping Specialised Carriers plans to add 22 60,000 DWT multipurpose heavy-lift ships through long-term bareboat charters and newbuildings.The company announced the plans on September 30, following board approval on September 29 for the charter proposal and eight newbuildings at…