Recent News
EPA-Notice of Proposed Waiver of BABA Requirements for Clean Ports Program
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public comment on a proposed limited public interest waiver for certain zero-emission (battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell) mobile port equipment (e.g., cranes, drayage trucks, yard trucks, other cargo handling equipment, locomotives, and vessels) to be funded in their US$3 billion Clean Ports Program. All projects funded by the Clean Ports Program will be subject to the domestic content sourcing requirements (Buy America) under the Build America, Buy America Act (BABA). Comments are due by April 15, 2024.
Davie Shipyards Receives First $19M Contract to Design New Icebreakers
Davie Shipyards has secured a first $19-million contract for the design of six new icebreakers as part of Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy. Davie will conduct an initial assessment to establish the requirements for the construction of the vessels.
Seaspan Awarded $500M in Contracts for Design, Early Work on 6 Coast Guard Ships
The federal government has awarded two contracts worth $500 million to North Vancouver's Seaspan Shipyards to start design and pre-construction work on six large Coast Guard vessels. The six multi-purpose vessels are among up to 16 of the ships Ottawa first announced it would build at Seaspan in 2019, at an estimated cost of $15.7 billion under the national shipbuilding program.
Could it Happen Here
This article provides an excellent review of the relationship between ships and bridges in Halifax in light of the disaster in Baltimore.
The National Council of the Canadian Institute of Marine Engineering Seeks Nominations for the Award of the CIMarE Mari-Tech Excellence in Belonging in the Marine Industry
CIMarE recognizes the role of diversity and inclusion as being essential to the growth, structure, and continued success of any organization. This award recognizes an CIMarE member company who has shown dedication and commitment to advance equity, inclusivity and diversity of under-represented groups (e.g., women, members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, new Canadians, members of visible minorities, etc.) in the aerospace, defence or security sector in Atlantic Canada.
New Report Confirms that Great Lakes Shipping Generates Lowest Carbon Emissions Per Ton of Cargo
A comprehensive new report that examines the future of lower-carbon shipping fuels for the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway maritime system has been released by the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers (GSGP), the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), and American Bureau of Shipping (ABS). The report finds that each fuel alternative would initially cost more than traditional fuels but that different short and long-term strategies could be used to manage costs.
Sustainable Shipping Fuels to Reach Cost Parity with Fossil Fuels by 2035
Sustainable shipping fuels could reach cost parity with fossil fuels as early as 2035 with the help of decisive emissions policy such as carbon taxes and emissions limits, according to a new report launched today by technology group Wärtsilä.
Australia Selects BAE Systems and ASC to Build SSN-AUKUS
The Australian Government has selected BAE Systems and ASC Pty Ltd to build Australia's new fleet of nuclear-powered submarines in the latest significant development in the AUKUS trilateral security pact between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.
World’s First Ammonia-Powered Vessel Sets Sail in Singapore
Australian mining company Fortescue has marked the world’s first use of ammonia as a marine fuel in the Port of Singapore, the world’s largest bunkering port. The groundbreaking vessel, Fortescue Green Pioneer, was loaded with liquid ammonia from the Vopak Banyan Terminal on Jurong Island for a seven-week fuel trial in collaboration with the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA).
U.S. Coast Guard Icebreaker Faces Delays with no Funding Request for 2025, Aims to Acquire Commercial Icebreaker
The U.S. Coast Guard did not request additional funding for the Polar Security Cutter icebreaker program in 2025, while it revises the program schedule hinting at further delays. To secure additional icebreaker capacity in the short-term it earmarked $125 million to acquire a commercial icebreaker, likely M/V Aiviq.
OSI Awarded Contract for Ship-to-Shore Connector Program from U.S. Navy Amphibious Assault and Connectors Office
OSI Maritime Systems has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Navy Amphibious Assault and Connectors Program Office to provide a Ship-to-Shore Connector license for the Landing Craft Air Cushion and Landing Craft Utility programs.
Widening Chasm Between Reality and Ambitions Endangers Net Zero Targets
With climate change engulfing the world in heatwaves, countries around the globe have intensified efforts to embrace switch from fossil fuels to cleaner sources of energy supply. However, the rift between the current energy landscape and greener desires continues to expand, putting global net zero targets in peril, based on a new report from the Energy Industries Council (EIC), an energy industry trade association and voice for the global energy supply chain.
HaiSea Marine’s Floating Tugboat Base Marks a Milestone
This video shows the fleet of ultra green tugboats built for Canada’s HaiSea Marine that will operate from a purpose-designed and floating tugboat operations base.
Ship Shape
Good coatings on vessels goes a long way in helping prevent rust. The article compares a few current vessels and their condition of paint and rust.
Canada tries to combat aging marine shipping workforce with online 'ocean school'
Transport Canada says 43% of marine workforce set to retire over next 10 years
How To Position A Ship Onto The Blocks In a Drydock
Great short video on the subject as they position a US battleship for life-extending maintenance.
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