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While a series of U.S. flag inland push tugs were under construction, ABS was asked to verify compliance with Subchapter M. Due to the vessel’s configuration, the shipyard could not conduct the inclining experiment as there was inadequate space on the main decks for incline weights, and the deckhouse structures were not built to support incline weights. Find out how ABS and the shipyard devised an alternative solution to the inclining experiment by watching this Safety in Minutes video. Watch more Safety in Minutes videos to learn about potential safety hazards at: https://lnkd.in/gPJWeaQh   #Maritime #MaritimeSafety #Shipping

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As a result of a dredge and underwater pipeline interaction that occurred nearly six years ago to the day, the Council for Dredging and Marine Construction Safety stood up the CDMCS Pipeline Task Force and brought ALL parties to the table, including dredgers, pipeline owners, API - American Petroleum Institute, and each of the government agencies involved, to develop mutual best practices to prevent future such incidents. The CDMCS and its members led this effort and remain galvanized today. Check out the Underwater Pipeline Resource Center, where you will find the Pipeline Incident Prevention Best Practices Guide, Prevention and Emergency Response Checklists, and critical state-by-state contact information. Share these CDMCS resources with your management and crews. Know how to dredge around underwater pipelines and what to do if you think you’ve come into contact with one. #dredging #safetyfirst #pipelines #ports #waterways #marine #oilandgas #marineconstruction #bestpractices #emergencyresponse #americanmaritimestrong #pipelinesafety US Army Corps of Engineers Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) U.S. Department of Transportation NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration U.S. Coast Guard

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The reduction of over 50% in grant money allocated to small shipyards this year from last is the complete opposite direction of what our U.S. shipyards need to continue to compete and meet the growing trends & technological advances of the U.S. maritime industry, even in the smaller serving yards.

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This is a very important pilot - we need to understand the risks related to use of biofules so we can mitigate them before they cause accidents.

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Attention Ship Captains and Management Companies! AMSA has issued Marine Notice 2024/03, stating that Port State Control Officers will intensify inspections on the condition and operation of oily water separators, filtering equipment, and alarms, including their stopping or monitoring systems. These evaluations will align with the guidelines established in the 2023 Resolution A.1185(33) as part of the Procedures for Port State Control. Why is this important? Keeping these critical systems in excellent working order is essential to prevent detentions. Let’s remain alert and proactive to ensure our vessels are always ready and compliant! #MarineIndustry #Shipping #MaritimeSafety #AMSA #EnvironmentalCompliance #MarineIndustry #Shipping #MaritimeSafety #AMSA #EnvironmentalCompliance

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Day 179 of the Red Sea crisis – and other news One attack drone was shot down by the US military. Other than that, no new attacks were reported. The port workers’ union ILA on the US East Coast cancelled planned labor talks this week, increasing concern over potential labor disruptions later this year. The union really went all-out on their anti-automation stance. ILA write that they had discovered APM Terminals was using an automated gate system in Mobile, Alabama which processes trucks without ILA labor. In the words of ILA:”Here we go again” [....]we will not tolerate it any longer”. On the topic of APMT using automation the ILA went on to say:”The ILA lost tens of thousands of jobs to containerization in the 1970s due to containerization and APM and Maersk seem to be leading the charge to eliminate good family-sustaining jobs right here in the US”. Their statement then included the following which leader Harold Daggett told his members in 2023: “Who the hell is a foreign company like Maersk, to come to American soil and build fully automated terminals” You can read the full statement in the link below. This is the same union leader who more than a decade ago also stated that the E-Z Pass should never have been introduced on toll roads as it eliminated the union jobs for people sitting in toll booths. It is very clear that the ILA are modern-day luddites. For those who are now confused, the luddites were a labor movement in England in the 19th century where workers opposed automation in the textile industry as the machines eliminated some of their jobs. It should also be noted that particularly the port workers in the US were opposed to containerization in the 1970s as it eliminated jobs related to carrying cargo on and off the ships. For a brief while there was a rule in New York that if you came to the port with a loaded container to go on the ship, union workers had to take the cargo out of the container and load it into a different container before it could go on the ship. Fighting the new concept of containerization to preserve union jobs. I guess that at least they couldn’t blaim “foreign” companies for the evils of the container as that was clearly invented in the US. The newest global Container Port Performance from S&P Global Market Intelligence Index which came out last week showed that US container ports was performing poorly with no US ports in the top-50 globally in relation to efficiency. Hence here we are. The union wants to keep port infrastructure at the level it was at in the past century while the rest of the world barges ahead in the 21st century. Of course, the US and its citizens can choose any course of action they find best for their own nation. But having low-efficiency port infrastructure carries with it a logistical cost, and blaiming foreign carriers for what is in essence another home-grown addition to inflation is quite illogical. https://shorturl.at/1Txxq

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At Siem Car Carriers we realised years ago that, going forward, our vessels will be trading at less than design power. Amongst several other projects, we asked Houlder Limited to study the already ultra-efficient Siem Curie and Siem Copernicus and check if the bow bulb, post-swirl stator, and other "wet" aspects were optimised for the lower power regimes, and what gains we would get from ultra-high-spec paints. Since then, we've put words (and CFD!) into action: https://lnkd.in/dFjmH6h5

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Turn your 5-yearly LSA in anchorage into success. Ship managers often seek for multiple services during a short anchorage stay. While the job could finish in one day, there are important things for every technical superintendent to think about when planning these tasks: 🔹Davits:  Most importantly, have the davits operated and checked by the crew. Nothing is more annoying than having technicians, load test equipment, etc., all onboard, and the davits are NOT working. 🔹Divers:  If divers are operating in the area, lifeboat launching is PROHIBITED for their safety. 🔹Bunkering or provisions delivery:  To prevent delays schedule vessel bunkering or provision activities BEFORE or AFTER the load test if they might interfere with lifeboat operations. 🔹Communication with Classification Society (CS):  Clear communication with the service company and the Classification Society is vital for load test procedures. Misunderstandings with surveyors can cause TIME WASTAGE during load tests. 🔹Weather: Always take into account weather conditions too and avoid conditions that can endanger the crew and potentially DAMAGE the boat. What would you add from your experience? Let’s talk in the comments. ~~~~~ I’m Chris, with 18+ years of experience in ship safety services. Need assistance with 🧯🔥FFE/LSA, lifeboats, calibrations, or bridge electronics? Drop me a DM to discuss. #maritime #shipsandshipping #lsa #ffe #lifeboats

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#Posidonia provided #VHHP #PTW+® #anchors to #American #shipyards Gulf Craft LLC, St John's Shiphay, and #Breauxboats for the new #CTV #vessels destined for #offshore #wind #farms. These parks are currently the trend of the moment, and it is predicted that by 2030 a large portion of #marine #wind #turbines will be completed worldwide. Incat Crowther, a team specialized in the design and construction of specialized vessels, has been commissioned by WINDEA Offshore, an energy sector company, to produce the new CTVs. These vessels play a fundamental role in #emergency operations during the construction and maintenance of offshore wind farms. #Windea's #hybrid #CTVs are 30-meter aluminum #catamarans, with a capacity of transporting up to 24 people and a maximum speed of 27 knots. Posidonia provided #SHHP PTW+® anchors, characterized by extremely high #anchoring power and fully balanced, with a weight of 184 kg, which is equivalent to a mass anchor of 368 kg, occupying less space and weighing less without sacrificing #safety, together with the #HMPE rope resistant as a steel cable, with a significantly lower weight; all certified by #BV (Bureau Veritas Group ). Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/ex8Rueft  #mooring #towing #naval #IACS #customization #shipbuilding #marine #italy #anchor #chains #DeckEquipment #sea #lifesea #brenchtest   #pulltest #maritimeindustry #marine #madeinitaly

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South Korean Shipbuilder Hanwha Makes $100M Bid to Buy Philly Shipyard, SECNAV Del Toro Praises Deal by Sam Lagrone | JUNE 20, 2024 | USNI News An American shipyard that builds domestic cargo vessels and training ships for U.S. maritime colleges has agreed to a deal, in which it would be bought by a major South Korean shipbuilder. Pending regulatory approvals, Philly Shipyard is set to be acquired by Hanwha Systems and Hanwha Ocean for $100 million from its Norwegian parent Anker ASA, according to a statement from the Philadelphia yard on Thursday. “Recognized as a global leader, Hanwha brings a wealth of sophisticated shipbuilding experience that will enable Philly Shipyard to realize a grander vision for its employees and customers,” Kristian Røkke, chair of Philly Shipyard ASA, said in a Thursday statement. The South Philadelphia shipyard was built following the 1996 closure of the former U.S. Navy Philadelphia Naval Shipyard and specializes in building Jones Act ships – vessels that meet the requirement of the 1920 law that requires American-built and flagged ships to move goods inside the United States. The yard currently employs about 1,500 shipyard workers and currently has five ships under construction and three more under contract, company spokesperson Kelly Whitaker told USNI News. Among the ships, Philly Shipyard was contracted to build five National Security Multi-Mission Vessels for the Marine Administration. The NSMVs are set to serve as training vessels for U.S. maritime schools. The yard delivered the first, Empire State VII built for the State University of New York Maritime College, last year. Patriot State II for the Massachusetts Maritime Academy is set to deliver this year. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dAazfCTv

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3 bridges were hit in the last 3 months. Captains are dealing with ever changing environment, tight delivery windows and old waterway infrastructure (sometimes even older vessels). We need better #safety enhancement #technology onboard to improve situational awareness We need #collision avoidance solutions together with #smart monitoring of waterway conditions on top of a communication system that can provide visibility to management and other authorities. Besides the potential loss of life, ship and bridge damage, necessary shutdown of a commercial waterway, and the environmental damage - that's someone's #cargo that maybe was needed to create another product to create value for a whole variety of services or sectors. We need to do better and the mariners deserve better. Jay Rivera Gregory R. White Baltimore District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) US Army Corps of Engineers American Association of Port Authorities American Waterways Operators Manifest: The Future of Supply Chain & Logistics Pam Simon Nir Gartzman Cultivation Capital Wilson Sons Shahaf Levy DockTech Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company, LLC Liberty Mutual Insurance The Shipowners'​ Club Christopher Baldwin Sean M. Duffy, Sr. https://lnkd.in/dD-EmX-9

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If you or anyone on your team is planning on diving in an industrial environment, safety should be the top priority. Download the Delta-P Diving Checklist document from ADCI to ensure a safe and secure dive: https://lnkd.in/eNutgPFR. #SafetyFirst #IndustrialDiving #StaySafe

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From a SOLAS vessel taking on water near Yemen to the updates about the fateful Baltimore bridge collapse, here's a news capsule of all that occurred in the previous few days. Read all about maritime happenings from across the globe in this concise news digest - Albatross Marine's new undertaking!

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First-of-its-kind hydrogen-powered ferry in the U.S. gets approval to enter service. Check out this article 👉 #US #Hydrogen #Ferry #Maritime #MarineInsight #Merchantnavy #Merchantmarine #MerchantnavyShips

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In a major win for the offshore industry and American mariners, the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has heeded OMSA’s recommendations to remove barriers for mariners who want to renew an expired MMC. In a new policy letter, the USCG adopts a longer grace period for renewing a Coast Guard license, extending the renewal period from 1 to 6 years. This change will result in significant time and cost savings for mariners looking to reenter the industry after taking leave—upwards of $40,000 and 100+ days in the classroom. OMSA has long been at the forefront of advocating for common sense policies that account for the unique needs of the offshore industry. Here, the 1-year limit on credential renewal never made sense as it failed to accommodate for the cyclical nature of the work. By eliminating the unnecessary red tape, experienced mariners will now be able to contribute their expertise and the nation will benefit. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ddphgzTJ #OffshoreMaritime #OMSA #MMC

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WE completed as below repair carried out 💪 -ACCM LADDER REPAIR -ECOSOUNDER REPAIR -PIPES REPAIR -RUDDER ELC PANNEL REPAIR -HOLD HOLE REPAIR (STEEL) Happy Shıpyard repair@happyshipyard.org #MaritimeExcellence hashtag #InspectionServices hashtag #JMPMarineCargoSurveyors hashtag #survey hashtag #charterers hashtag #shippers hashtag #crewchange hashtag #crewmember hashtag #crews hashtag #crewnetwork hashtag #shippingworldwide hashtag #shippingcontainers hashtag #shippingindustry hashtag #shippingagency hashtag #shippinglines hashtag #shipping hashtag #shippingservices hashtag #shippingjobs hashtag #shipbuilding hashtag #vessel hashtag #vesselmanagement hashtag #maritimeindustry hashtag #marineengineering hashtag #navy hashtag #navylife hashtag #portagency hashtag #gangway hashtag #shippinggang hashtag #crewchange hashtag #crewmanagement hashtag #shiplife hashtag #sealife hashtag #shippingworldwide hashtag #shippingcompany hashtag #shippingworldwide hashtag #shipping hashtag #crews hashtag #crewjob hashtag #crewmember hashtag #shippingcontainers hashtag #shippingagency hashtag #chartering hashtag #charters hashtag #cargoshipping hashtag #cargoservices hashtag #shiprepair hashtag #shipowners hashtag #technicalmanager hashtag #shippinglines hashtag #shippingindustry hashtag #logisticscompany hashtag #logisticspartner hashtag #repairandmaintanance hashtag #containervessel hashtag #crewlife hashtag #portsofindia hashtag #shipandshipping hashtag #maersk hashtag #fleetmanagement hashtag #rmifleet hashtag #welding hashtag #welder hashtag #onboard hashtag #supervisor hashtag #engineer hashtag #dubaimaritimecity hashtag #fleet hashtag #shipmanagement hashtag #maritimesafety hashtag #ships hashtag #vessels hashtag #maritimeindustry hashtag #shippingindustry hashtag #sustainability hashtag #abmmotor hashtag #shipsupplier hashtag #netherlands hashtag #rotterdam hashtag #platinummarineservices hashtag #container hashtag #turkiye hashtag #shipchandling hashtag #shipchandler hashtag #maritimeservices hashtag #maritime hashtag #marineservices hashtag #shipyard hashtag #mainengines hashtag #propeller hashtag #mechanical hashtag #pumps hashtag #bimco hashtag #shipowners hashtag #shipbrokers hashtag #urgentvacancy hashtag #shipbuilding hashtag #modification hashtag #marine hashtag #ballastwatertreatment hashtag #pipingengineering hashtag #bwts hashtag #mechadinamikworkshop hashtag #mechadinamik hashtag #shiprepair hashtag #workshop hashtag #drydock hashtag #repairservice hashtag #shipsupply hashtag #tuzlashipyard hashtag #agency hashtag #repairteam hashtag #agencyservice hashtag #redrivermaritime hashtag #kişiselgelişim hashtag #strateji hashtag #yönetim

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The MEPC 81 session has advanced ballast water management, addressing challenging water quality, regulatory revisions, and industrywide technical hurdles. #ballastwater #BWMS #BWTT #seafarers #UV #chemical #ideal #ballast #water #management #system #D2standard #IMO #USCG #antifouling #sustainability #zerocarbonshipping

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