DRY TORTUGAS

  • General
    • Vessel Name : DRY TORTUGAS 0
    • Operator : PAPA, ROMEO, L.L.C. 0
    • Ships Type (ICST) : 422 0
    • Vessel Type : 02 0
    • Construction : A 0
  • Engine
    • Horsepower rating : 2500 0
  • Location
    • City : HOUMA 0
    • STATE : LA 0
  • Capacity
    • Net Tonnage : 67 0
    • Full Load Capacity : 538 232
    • Passenger Capacity : 26 0
  • Size
    • Register length : 160 257
    • Regular Breadth : 40 257
    • Overall Length : 160 257
    • Overall Breadt : 40 257
    • Load draft : 12 257
    • Light Draft : 5.8 257
    • Height : 58 257
  • Other
    • Year : 2009 0
    • EQUIP2 : DIESEL PUMPS 0
    • EQUIP1 : ELECTRIC PUMPS, 0
    • Coast Guard Number : 1218689 0

PAPA, ROMEO, L.L.C.

  • Area of Operation : LOUISIANA GULF COAST 0
  • Principal Commodity : OFFSHORE SUPPLIES (FUEL, WATER, ETC.) 0

PORT EADS

  • Type : 02 0
  • Construction : A 0

TAMPA SEAHORSE

  • Type : 02 0
  • Construction : A 0

News

Ships to the Scrapyard Could Double to 16,000 Vessels over Next Decade

Ships to the Scrapyard Could Double to 16,000 Vessels over Next Decade

“As the Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships (Hong Kong Convention) enters into force we have updated our estimate for the ship recycling potential over the next 10 years. We now estimate the potential to be 16,000 ships, or 700m deadweight tonnes (DWT), from previously 15,000.

Video: ATBs Unlock Stranded Iron Ore Down Under

Video: ATBs Unlock Stranded Iron Ore Down Under

Australia’s unique enclosed self-discharging transhippers ensure a dust-free supply chain for the Onslow Iron project.Onslow in north Western Australia is a desert. It receives less than 10 inches of rain a year, and for much of the year temperatures reach 95 degrees Fahrenheit. It’s known for dust storms that can turn the town red.

Dry Bulk to Suffer Under China Tariffs

Dry Bulk to Suffer Under China Tariffs

On Friday, China announced a tariff increase of 34% on all US imports, in retaliation to the new tariffs announced by US President Donald Trump. These are in addition to tariffs implemented in February and March, focusing on goods such as grains, coal, LNG and crude oil.In 2024, China was the third largest importer of US exports (measured by value), accounting for 7% of US exports.

China-U.S. Clash has Shipping Companies Heading for Cover

China-U.S. Clash has Shipping Companies Heading for Cover

Some shipping companies are discreetly moving operations out of Hong Kong and taking vessels off its flag registry. Others are making contingency plans to do so.Behind these low-profile moves, six shipping executives said, lie concerns that their ships could be commandeered by Chinese authorities or hit with U.S. sanctions in a conflict between Beijing and Washington.

Greek Shipyards Revitalized

Greek Shipyards Revitalized

The rhythmic clang of hammers and the bright flashes of welding torches filled the air at Skaramangas Shipyard near Athens last month, as workers busily repaired the bow of a large tanker. Nearby, other vessels awaited their turn in the dry dock—an unmistakable sign of renewed activity at the once-idle shipyard.

Navigating the Stormy Seas of U.S. Offshore Wind

Navigating the Stormy Seas of U.S. Offshore Wind

Companies that once committed to investing in U.S. offshore wind infrastructure and supply chains are now scrapping their plans as the industry experiences significant challenges. These setbacks stem from project delays, soaring costs, and the potential loss of federal support under former President Donald Trump’s proposed policies.

BIMCO's Shipping Number of the Week

Dry bulk contracting falls 70% below average amid low rates.“Over the past three months, dry bulk newbuilding contracting has been 70% below the yearly average. Declining freight rates in recent months, a cloudy outlook and high newbuilding prices contributed to the slowdown, and contracting in 2024 will likely fall short of 2023 levels,” says Filipe Gouveia, Shipping Analyst at BIMCO.

Meyer Turku Floats Out Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas

Meyer Turku Floats Out Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas

Finnish shipbuilder Meyer Turku has floated out Star of the Seas, the second Icon-class cruise ship for U.S. cruise giant Royal Caribbean.The float out was celebrated at the Turku, Finland shipyard with an event that included the firing of a ceremonial cannon. The dry dock gates were opened, and the dry dock—measuring 16 meters deep, 80 meters wide and 365 meters long—was filled with water

US Navy Awards $6.75 Billion Contract for Eight New John Lewis Class Oilers

US Navy Awards $6.75 Billion Contract for Eight New John Lewis Class Oilers

The U.S. Navy on Friday announced it has placed a $6.75 billion order with San Diego shipbuilder General Dynamics NASSCO for up to eight John Lewis Class (TAO-205) Fleet Replenishment Oilers. The ships are scheduled for delivery through January 2035.The Navy, which has been looking for ways to reduce costs and increase efficiency across its shipbuilding and repair programs

South Korea's Hanwha Ocean Awarded First US Navy Repair Contract

South Korea's Hanwha Ocean Awarded First US Navy Repair Contract

Hanwha Ocean on Wednesday announced it has secured a contract that makes it the first Korean shipbuilder to provide maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for the U.S. Navy.The 40,000-ton U.S. Navy dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Wally Schirra is undergoing maintenance and inspection at Hanwha Ocean’s Geoje shipyard

Norden Completes Norlat Shipping Acquisition

Norden Completes Norlat Shipping Acquisition

Danish shipping company Norden said on Tuesday that it has closed its acquisition of Nordic dry bulk operator Norlat Shipping.The deal was announced in July but remained subject to regulatory approvals. Financial terms were not disclosed. “We are delighted to have received the green light for the acquisition last week and with the closing of the acquisition today we look forward to welcoming the

Panama Canal to Increase Transit Slots as Droughts Ease

Panama Canal to Increase Transit Slots as Droughts Ease

The Panama Canal expects to increase the number of daily transit slots for vessels to 36 from the current 34 beginning in September, the canal's deputy administrator said, as rains allow authorities to ease drought-imposed restrictions.Panama experienced its third-driest year on record in 2023