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CMP Packs Decade of Tin-Free Experience
The International Maritime Authority has proposed a worldwide ban on tri- butyl tin (TBT) based antifouling paints, starting in January 2003. Confirmation of these dates is expected at the IMO diplomatic conference this October. Although some ship
Construction of 'Theodore Roosevelt' Ahead Of Schedule And Under Budget
Advanced Computer Technology And Huge Superlifts At Newport News Shipbuilding Had At Launching Saved $42.1 Million At the launching of the aircraft carrier Theodore Roosevelt, Newport News Shipbuilding president and CEO Edward J. Campbell cited
United States Lines Appoints Robert H. Splan
William J. Klauberg, vice president- Eastern Division of United States Lines, has announced the appointment of Robert H. Splan as general manager-South Atlantic Region. He will be based at the Lines' office in Atlanta, Ga., and will report directly
Crowley Maritime Appoints Richard Simpson And Alan Cavis To Caribbean Division Posts
Two key executive appointments have been made in the Caribbean Division of Crowley Maritime Corporation, according to a recent announcement by Robert Homan, general manager of CMC affiliate Trailer Marine Transport Corporation, Jacksonville, Fla.
Coast Guard Urges Unified Federal Spill Response Regulations
The U.S. Coast Guard is attempting to establish federal oil spill regulations that realize the concerns of the nation's coastal states, thereby avoiding a host of individual state spill laws. While addressing the International Association of Independent Tanker Owners (Intertanko) in Genoa,
Lykes Elects Blust, C l a rk Assistant V i c e Presidents
The board of directors of Lykes Bros. Steamship Co., Inc., has announced the election of Steven R. Blust as assistant vice president- Liner Services, Mediterranean division, and Roger L. Clark as vice president-Washington division. Mr. Blust,
$3.9-Million Contract Awarded To HITCO By Sea Systems Command
HITCO, West Coast firm specializing in advanced material technology, has received a followon contract in excess of $3.9 million from the Naval Sea Systems Command for manufacture of submersible bow section components. The contract runs through the first half of 1981.