Ship Repair USA: Pitfalls in vessel construction and repair contracts
Drafting a new ship repair or construction contract can be a daunting task with potential pitfalls, but it’s a crucial step toward improving a new or used vessel. To go into more
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Bollinger starts building ULA’s new SpaceShip
ULA (United Launch Alliance) has a next generation Vulcan rocket. With lot of work already lined up for the rocket, ULA is building a new RO/RO ship, called SpaceShip to carry the
GAO reports on problems plaguing top Coast Guard shipbuilding programs
The deliveries of the Coast Guard’s Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC) and Polar Security Cutter (PSC) lead ships are delayed by almost four and five years, respectively. Additionally, the OPC and PSC cost
Bollinger promotes Andy Naquin to VP of sales
Lockport, La., headquartered Bollinger Shipyards has promoted Andrew “Andy” Naquin to vice president of sales, where he will lead the company’s sales team. “Since joining Bollinger, Andy has been an invaluable addition
Op-Ed: Midwest resources can ease shipbuilding labor constraints
By George Whittier, Fairbanks Morse Defense CEO The U.S. shipbuilding industry is at a critical juncture, with China’s dominance in capacity and efficiency posing significant challenges to national defense. China currently has
VIDEO: Incat Crowther delivers state-of-the-art low-emission vessels
SPONSORED CONTENT: Incat Crowther has partnered with governments, cities and operators around the world to deliver state-of-the-art low-emission vessels. From hybrid propulsion to utilizing future fuels and 100% electric solutions, Incat Crowther partners with
Ship Repair USA: Best practices for ship repair
Undertaking a ship repair project is no easy task, however, vessel owners and shipyard managers can tap into advanced techniques and best practices for structural and machinery installations onboard their ships. Positive design choices
Michelle Kruger named president of Austal USA
The board of directors of Austal USA has named Michelle Kruger president of Austal USA, where she has been serving as interim president since August 2023. Kruger joined Austal USA in 2022
Philly Shipyard and HD Hyundai sign MOU on potential business relationship
Philly Shipyard Inc., the sole operating subsidiary of Philly Shipyard ASA (Oslo: PHLY), and South Korea’s HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Co. Ltd. (a subsidiary of HD Hyundai Group, have signed a memorandum
Op-Ed: An effective U.S. National Shipbuilding Research Program
By Darren Guillory, Technical Solutions Specialist, SSI The U.S. National Shipbuilding Research Program (NSRP) was established in 1971 to identify areas for improvement within U.S. shipbuilding. Working with shipbuilders and the supply