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Electronic Milestone for Two-Stroke Champ
As the culmination of nearly 12 years' research and development work, and a pointer to the direction of two-stroke diesel propulsion technology. MAN B&W has rolled-out its first purpose-built, electronically-controlled lowspeed engine. Produced
U.S. SHIPBUILDING OUTLOOK Maritime Policy—1980-1985
When the Administration assumed office in 1981, the shipbuilding industry understood that it would be challenged to meet the performance and cost objectives of an expanded naval construction program. Further, the shipbuilding industry knew that
NEW GHH-Constructed Drydock, Mission Bay, For Continental Maritime
In mid-March, Mighty Servant 3 began a 14,400-mile voyage from Bremen, West Germany to San Francisco, Calif. This heavy-lift ship, operated by Wijsmuller Transport B.V., Ijmuiden, Netherlands, transported the 25,000-ton-lift-capacity floating
The Who's Who In NWC
The National Waterways Conference's officers are generally considered among the leadership of the inland waterways industry. NWC's board of directors consists of 75 members, serving staggered three-year terms and representing five membership categories: water carriers,
Bollinger Wins K-Sea DH Barge Contract
The rebuilding of the U.S. petroleum carrying fleet to OPA 90 standards continues, as Bollinger Gretna, Harvey, La., and K-Sea Transportation Corp. of New York have signed a contract for the construction of four double hull, ocean service, OPA '90 oil barges.
Zapata Gulf Acquires All Assets Of Seahorse
Zapata Gulf Marine Corporation of Houston has completed the acquisition of the assets of Seahorse, Inc., including 92 marine service vessels, according to an announcement by Kenneth W. Waldorf, Zapata Gulf chairman and chief executive officer.
Powell Appointed Executive VP And General Manager, Bay Shipbuilding Corp
Ralph Helm, president and chief operating officer of the Manitowoc Company, Inc., has promoted Allen A. Powell to executive vicepresident and general manager of the company's shipbuilding subsidiary, Bay Shipbuilding Corp., Sturgeon Bay, Wis. In his new capacity, Mr.
Todd Chairman To Retire In July; Board Nominates New Chairman And President
At a board of directors meeting of Todd Shipyards Corporation recently John T. Gilbride, 69, announced he will retire as chairman and chief executive officer immediately following the annual meeting on July 16, 1986. Mr. Gilbride, who has been chairman since 1975,
Bird-Johnson Appoints Peter J. Gwyn New President & COO
Bird-Johnson Company, Walpole, Mass., recently appointed Peter J. Gwyn to the position of president and chief operating officer. Mr. Gwyn brings over 30 years of marine industry experience to his new position and is joining Bird- Johnson from the Massachusetts Shipbuilders Corporation,
SPD Looks To Expand Product Lines To Adapt To Changing Defense Market
Reductions in military spending are having adverse effects on defense contractors, particularly smaller companies which are totally dedicated to the military market. Such is the case with SPD Technologies, a large producer of military circuit breakers and switchgear,