Month: February 2013

A 41,000dwt type has augmented the Seahorse series of versatile, efficient handysize bulkers. In the meantime, the original 35,000dwt Seahorse 35 type is the subject of ongoing design optimisation SHIPS & YARDS

Larger Seahorse version in response to market demand

Scott Bergeron: “There is no longer any need in shipping for the term ‘flag of convenience’” REGULATION

Liberia wants greater openness on ship registries

ClassNK executive vice president Dr Takuya Yoneya (L) receives a copy of the recognized organization agreement from U.S. Coast Guard Rear Admiral Joseph A. Servidio (R) REGULATION

Class NK grows globally and expands in US

Floris Lettinga, new Yanmar marine sales department manager for Europe, Russia and Africa. GENERAL NEWS

New appointment for Yanmar

‘Viking Lady’, soon to be the first full-hybrid ship, alongside in Copenhagen, accompanied by a battery-powered car REGULATION

DNV takes hybrid leadership

Andrea di Bella, RINA: “We expect this to be the beginning of a long partnership as the UAE further expands its maritime interests” REGULATION

RINA group backs new class society for United Arab Emirates

PROPULSION

Breakthrough orders for large thrusters