BIG STONE EXPRESS

  • General
    • Vessel Name : BIG STONE EXPRESS 0
    • Operator : DELAWARE BAY LAUNCH SERVICE, INC. 0
    • Ships Type (ICST) : 422 0
    • Vessel Type : 02 0
    • Construction : C 0
  • Engine
    • Horsepower rating : 1500 0
  • Location
    • City : MILFORD 0
    • STATE : DE 0
  • Capacity
    • Net Tonnage : 53 0
    • Full Load Capacity : 78 232
    • Passenger Capacity : 28 0
  • Size
    • Register length : 73.7 257
    • Regular Breadth : 17.9 257
    • Overall Length : 73.7 257
    • Overall Breadt : 17.9 257
    • Load draft : 7.5 257
    • Light Draft : 5 257
    • Height : 26 257
  • Other
    • Rebuilt year : 1997 0
    • Year : 1997 0
    • EQUIP1 : NONE 0
    • Coast Guard Number : 544458 0
    • REBLT : * 0

DELAWARE BAY LAUNCH SERVICE, INC.

  • Area of Operation : CEDAR CREEK, DE - MISPILLION RIVER, DE - DELAWARE BAY 0
  • Principal Commodity : PASSENGERS SHIP STORES AND SPARES 0

BIG STONE 5

  • Type : 02 0
  • Construction : C 0

BIG STONE PRIDE

  • Type : 02 0
  • Construction : C 0

BREAKWATER

  • Type : 02 0
  • Construction : C 0

News

Oman Battles Fire at Salalah Port After Drone Strike

Oman Battles Fire at Salalah Port After Drone Strike

Oman's civil defence is working on containing a fire in fuel tanks at the country's Salalah port, Oman's state news agency reported on Wednesday, after drones struck oil storage facilities at the port.The state news agency, citing Oman's civil defence, said that containing the fire "might take time", without providing further details.

Methanol-Fueled CMA CGM Monte Cristo Delivered

Methanol-Fueled CMA CGM Monte Cristo Delivered

The CMA CGM Group recently received its 400th owned vessel, the CMA CGM Monte Cristo, the first in a series of six methanol container ships.This key milestone reflects the Group’s long-term investment strategy, built on asset ownership and the integration of advanced technologies to enhance the environmental and operational performance of its fleet.

Offshore Service Vessels: Regional Bright Spots Emerge

Offshore Service Vessels: Regional Bright Spots Emerge

As oil exploration and production goes, so goes the market for Offshore Service Vessels (OSVs) and Platform Supply Vessels (PSVs). Throughout 2025, the prices of oil- which drives exploration and production (E & P), have softened, moving down towards $60/barrel amidst economic uncertainty and a wider than anticipated opening of the taps by major oil producers.

Russia Condemns US Boat Strikes off Venezuela

Russia Condemns US Boat Strikes off Venezuela

U.S. forces hit another vessel allegedly carrying illegal drugs off the coast of Venezuela on Saturday evening, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday, adding that the U.S. would also start looking at drug trafficking occurring on land.Trump made the comment during a speech at Naval Station Norfolk, next to the Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier.

Vard Delivers Windward Offshore’s First CSOV

Vard Delivers Windward Offshore’s First CSOV

Windward Offshore has taken delivery of its first Commissioning Service Operation Vessel (CSOV), Windward Athens, built by Norwegian shipbuilder Vard.The vessel represents a major milestone on Windward Offshore’s growth path and marks the company’s entry into operations with its dedicated CSOV fleet.

Trump Wants More Drones and Missiles, Fewer Ships

Trump Wants More Drones and Missiles, Fewer Ships

U.S. President Donald Trump wants a pay raise for troops, more high-tech missiles and drones in next year's defense budget, while cutting Navy jobs, and buying fewer ships and fighter jets to save money, according to budget materials posted Wednesday.At $892.6 billion, the defense and national security budget request is flat compared with this year.

With Sat Signal Jamming, Vessel Near Iran Appears to be in Rural Russia

With Sat Signal Jamming, Vessel Near Iran Appears to be in Rural Russia

The Front Tyne oil tanker was sailing through the Gulf between Iran and the United Arab Emirates on Sunday when just past 9:40 a.m. shiptracking data appeared to show the massive vessel in Russia, in fields better known for barley and sugar beets.By 4:15 p.m., the ship's erratic signals indicated it was in southern Iran near the town of Bidkhun

Tanker Trade Stands Firm (for now) Amidst Middle East Conflict

Tanker Trade Stands Firm (for now) Amidst Middle East Conflict

When tensions rise in the Middle East, it can be helpful to look at what is not happening as much as what is.In the crude oil market, this means focusing on the fact that so far not a single barrel of crude oil supply has been lost. It is in the interests of all involved parties that this remains the case.

Update on Wan Hai 503 Container Ship Fire

Update on Wan Hai 503 Container Ship Fire

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has been notified by the Indian authorities that 18 crew were safely transferred from lifeboats to an Indian Navy ship, which is en route to New Mangalore Port.Four crew—two from Taiwan, one from Myanmar, and one from Indonesia—remain missing. Search and rescue (SAR) operations are ongoing.

Atlantic Zonda Drillship Starts its Maiden Job with Petrobras

Atlantic Zonda Drillship Starts its Maiden Job with Petrobras

The seventh generation Atlantic Zonda drillship, managed by Ventura Offshore Midco, has started operations for Petrobras under a three-year drilling contract.The Atlantic Zonda is managed by Ventura Offshore through marketing and operating agreements with the rig owner, Eldorado Drilling, and the company will earn its management fees and reimbursable revenues from these agreements.

MOL Looks to Seize Opportunities as Trade Routes Shift Due to Tariffs

MOL Looks to Seize Opportunities as Trade Routes Shift Due to Tariffs

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), Japan's second-largest shipping company, aims to capitalize on opportunities that emerge from a shift in trade routes driven by new U.S. tariffs, CEO Takeshi Hashimoto said.The highest U.S. tariffs in more than a hundred years came into force on Wednesday, roiling global markets.

Deal Facilitated to Enable Black Sea Shipping

Deal Facilitated to Enable Black Sea Shipping

Russia said on Tuesday the U.S. had agreed to help it lift restrictions on food, fertilizer and shipping companies in exchange for agreeing to a maritime security deal in the Black Sea.The United States further said it had also agreed with Russia and Ukraine to implement a ban on military strikes on each other's energy installations.