J. R. FARST

  • General
    • Vessel Name : J. R. FARST 0
    • Operator : AXIALL, LLC - LAKE CHARLES DIVISION 0
    • Ships Type (ICST) : 142 0
    • Vessel Type : 71 0
    • Construction : A 0
  • Engine
  • Location
    • City : LAKE CHARLES 0
    • STATE : LA 0
  • Capacity
    • Net Tonnage : 1578 0
    • Full Load Capacity : 3929 232
  • Size
    • Register length : 290 257
    • Regular Breadth : 54 257
    • Overall Length : 290 257
    • Overall Breadt : 54 257
    • Load draft : 10 257
    • Light Draft : 2 257
    • Height : 21.5 257
  • Other
    • Year : 1992 0
    • EQUIP1 : DIESEL PUMP 0
    • Coast Guard Number : CG036664 0

AXIALL, LLC - LAKE CHARLES DIVISION

  • Area of Operation : GULF INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY AND MISSISSIPPI, OHIO, MISSOURI, ILLINOIS, ARKANSAS, TENNESSEE, AND KANAWHA RIVERS 0
  • Principal Commodity : LIQUID CHLORINE GAS, LIQUID CAUSTIC SODA, ETHYLENE DICHLORIDE AND CHLORINATED SOLVENTS 0

A. G. BAKER

  • Type : 71 0
  • Construction : A 0

AXL

  • Type : 71 0
  • Construction : A 0

CSCC

  • Type : 71 0
  • Construction : A 0

News

NTSB Mulls Possible Engine Failure in Mexican Tall Ship Bridge Strike

NTSB Mulls Possible Engine Failure in Mexican Tall Ship Bridge Strike

The investigation into why a Mexican Navy training ship struck the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday, shearing the top of its masts, will look into a possible engine failure and the role of a tug boat that assisted it in backing out of its pier, officials said on Monday.The ship's engine was the key focus for the National Transportation Safety Board, said Brian Young

ABS' Wiernicki to Retire at the End of 2025

ABS' Wiernicki to Retire at the End of 2025

At the 163rd ABS Annual Members Meeting, the classification society says it has never been stronger, with substantial growth and leading safety performance reported. Key numbers in 2004 included the fleet growing to 300 million gross tons, giving it pole position in global class in global new order share with 22 percent.

For Those with Saltwater in Their Veins

For Those with Saltwater in Their Veins

The Scythian philosopher Anacharsis (6th century B.C.) said: “There are three sorts of people: those who are alive, those who are dead and those who are at sea.”Many of those onboard the Nella Dan when she grounded in December 1987 never went to sea again. Such was their passion for the ship.

SHIPS for America Act rolled out on the Hill

The bipartisan, bicameral bill will fuel U.S. economy, strengthen national security by responding to China’s threat over the oceans. Currently, the number of U.S.-flagged vessels in international commerce is 80; China has 5,500.Today, Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Senator Todd Young (R-IN), Representative John Garamendi (D-CA-8)

Managing Cyber Risk Pivotal for Safe Maritime Digitalization Push, DNV Finds

Managing Cyber Risk Pivotal for Safe Maritime Digitalization Push, DNV Finds

A new report published by DNV has revealed that the majority (61%) of maritime professionals believe the industry should accept increased cyber risk from digitalization if it enables innovation and new technologies.The sector’s appetite to take on emerging risks arising from digital transformation is notably higher than other critical infrastructure industries including energy

Shipping is Entering the Fifth Industrial Revolution, Says ABS Chief

Shipping is Entering the Fifth Industrial Revolution, Says ABS Chief

Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to revolutionize shipping by enhancing safety and efficiency, Christopher J. Wiernicki, ABS Chairman and CEO, said, while also noting the growing importance of the human touch in this high-tech era.“Maritime 5.0 will be defined by the ever-expanding capabilities of artificial intelligence, driving our complex industry to be safer

Tanker and Tugboat Crews to Receive IMO Bravery Awards

Tanker and Tugboat Crews to Receive IMO Bravery Awards

The 2024 IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea is to go to two sets of nominees: the captain and crew of the oil tanker Marlin Luanda for containing a fire after the ship was struck by an anti-ship missile; and the captain and crew of the tugboat Pemex Maya for their rescue of six shipwrecked people from four different vessels during a hurricane.

ABS' Wiernicki Honored with Silver Bell Award

ABS' Wiernicki Honored with Silver Bell Award

ABS Chairman and CEO Christopher J. Wiernicki was honored by The Seamen’s Church Institute (SCI), receiving the 2025 Silver Bell Award for lifelong service and outstanding leadership in the maritime industry.SCI is a nearly 200-year-old charity headquartered in New York that serves and protects the personal and professional lives of mariners and seafarers, both internationally and domestically

US Virgin Islands involved in US Ship Registry Proposal, governor says

US Virgin Islands involved in US Ship Registry Proposal, governor says

The U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) is involved in a proposal that aims to create a US international ship registry domiciled in the U.S. territory, the island's governor said.President Donald Trump's administration is considering the proposal as part of efforts to enlarge the tiny commercial shipping fleet flying the American flag, sources familiar with the matter told Reuters last week.

FMD’s American Fan wins U.S. Navy Contract

FMD’s American Fan wins U.S. Navy Contract

American Fan working with Ingalls Shipbuilding and other shipbuilders to provide ventilation fans for ten Flight III destroyersFairbanks Morse Defense (FMD), a portfolio company of Arcline Investment Management (Arcline), has been awarded multiple purchase orders for its Ohio-based business unit, American Fan

Did You Know? Medium and Low Cyber Security Alerts Mark Rise

Did You Know? Medium and Low Cyber Security Alerts Mark Rise

During the first half of this year, the number of cyber security high alerts remained stable compared to those handled in 2023, according to Marlink’s Security Operations Center (SOC) cyber security threats report.However, medium and low alerts saw a significant rise, increasing from 100,000 in January to 270,000 in April, compared to an average of 75,000 in 2023.

Liebherr Delivers Portal Slewing Crane for Cargo Ops at German Port

Liebherr Delivers Portal Slewing Crane for Cargo Ops at German Port

The Liebherr portal slewing crane of type LPS 600, the first of its kind in Germany, has been delivered J. MÜLLER Weser to enhance its bulk and general cargo operations at the port of Brake.The project marks the first rail-mounted portal crane at the port of Brake, designed for an extended 650-metre travel path in one direction