KOOS KING

  • General
    • Vessel Name : KOOS KING 0
    • Operator : KNUTSON TOWBOAT CO. 0
    • Ships Type (ICST) : 431 0
    • Vessel Type : 36 0
    • Construction : A 0
  • Engine
    • Horsepower rating : 1800 0
  • Location
    • City : EUREKA 0
    • STATE : CA 0
  • Capacity
    • Net Tonnage : 82 0
  • Size
    • Register length : 64.5 257
    • Regular Breadth : 23.5 257
    • Overall Length : 65 257
    • Overall Breadt : 24 257
    • Load draft : 8 257
    • Light Draft : 8 257
    • Height : 32 257
  • Other
    • Year : 1983 0
    • EQUIP1 : NONE 0
    • Coast Guard Number : 662923 0

KNUTSON TOWBOAT CO.

  • Area of Operation : COOS BAY, COOS RIVER AND ISTHMUS SLOUGH 0
  • Principal Commodity : TOWING 0

BEAVER

  • Type : 36 0
  • Construction : A 0

CAPT. LOUIE

  • Type : 36 0
  • Construction : A 0

CAPTAIN HAROLD

  • Type : 36 0
  • Construction : A 0

HUMBOLDT

  • Type : 36 0
  • Construction : A 0

KAMAEHU

  • Type : 36 0
  • Construction : A 0

KOOS NO. 7

  • Type : 36 0
  • Construction : A 0

News

KAUST Research Vessel Keel Laid at Freire Shipyard

KAUST Research Vessel Keel Laid at Freire Shipyard

The keel laying of the new research vessel, Thuwal II, for the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) at the Freire Shipyard marks the beginning of a new chapter in marine research in Saudi Arabia, driving innovation in this crucial field for the country. The contract for the newbuild was announced in August 2024.

Saltchuk Chairman Tabbutt Prioritizes Workforce Development

Saltchuk Chairman Tabbutt Prioritizes Workforce Development

With a diverse maritime and logistics operation supporting more than 8,000 careers on land and at sea, Saltchuk has a robust workforce development initiative across its brands. Mark Tabbutt, Chairman, Saltchuk, discusses a pair of specific recent investments in Puerto Rico, as well as workforce development as a corporate imperative.

Six Dead in Hudson River Helicopter Crash

Six Dead in Hudson River Helicopter Crash

The US Coast Guard is coordinating with local, state and federal agencies in response to the helicopter crash in the Hudson River that occurred Thursday afternoon in New York City near the Holland Tunnel.The tourist helicopter crashed into New York City's Hudson River, killing all six aboard, including three children, Mayor Eric Adams said.

The Technology Pathways that Lead to Fuel Cells

The Technology Pathways that Lead to Fuel Cells

In an article by Rhonda Moniz published this week on MarineLink, Siemens sales executive Ed Schwarz noted the flexibility provided by an electric distribution “backbone” that enables ferry operators to add more batteries, switch to new fuels or become 100% emission free with fuel cells.

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)

Fishing Vessel Sinks Off Falkland Islands; Nine Dead, Four Missing

Fishing Vessel Sinks Off Falkland Islands; Nine Dead, Four Missing

Nine people were confirmed dead and four were still missing after a British-Norwegian fishing vessel sank off the coast of the Falkland Islands on Monday, the boat's owner said on Wednesday.A total of 27 crew members had been aboard the Argos Georgia, a Saint Helena-flagged vessel, of whom 14 have so far been found alive, Stig Ervik, CEO at Norway's Ervik Havfiske Holding, told Reuters.

American Maritime Partnership Congratulates Over 1,100 Graduates of U.S. Maritime Academies

American Maritime Partnership Congratulates Over 1,100 Graduates of U.S. Maritime Academies

The American Maritime Partnership (AMP), the voice of the domestic maritime industry, congratulates the more than 1,100 graduates from America’s maritime academies who make up the Class of 2025. These graduates now join the 650,000 men and women of the American maritime workforce.The 2025 graduates hail from the seven maritime academies in the United States: the U.S.

Guyana Passes Bill Making Firms Liable for Oil Spill Damages

Guyana Passes Bill Making Firms Liable for Oil Spill Damages

Guyana's parliament passed an oil pollution bill late on Friday that holds parties liable for damages caused by oil spills, including from vessels.The bill, which passed with a majority of votes cast in a simple voice vote, is expected to soon be signed into law by President Irfaan Ali.Guyana, whose oil production is controlled by an Exxon Mobil-led XOM.

Schmidt Ocean Institute Successfully Concludes Inaugural Antarctic Expedition

Schmidt Ocean Institute Successfully Concludes Inaugural Antarctic Expedition

After a year of preparing the ship and crew, Schmidt Ocean Institute’s research vessel Falkor (too) has completed its first science expedition to Antarctica. The three-week expedition, which ended in early January, was ambitious in its science scope and required operational refinements to navigate safely in unfamiliar environmental conditions.

Work Progresses on Hydrogen-Powered RIB Vessel

Work Progresses on Hydrogen-Powered RIB Vessel

Fabrum, a New Zealand company, has collaborated on the design and build of a zero-emission hydrogen-powered boat H2Ocean with King Watercraft, a developer of sophisticated New Zealand made rigid inflatable boats.  The H2Ocean hydrogen-powered rigid inflatable boat (RIB), a zero-emissions solution suitable for tourism, commercial and leisure activities, will begin sea trials in January 2025.

Laino named VPS MD for the Americas

Laino named VPS MD for the Americas

VPS appointed Steve Laino to the role of Managing Director -Americas. Most recently, Laino was Global Head of Environmental Solutions with Poten & Partners/BGC. He has a strong background in shipping, having graduated fromthe US Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, sailing as an officer in the US Merchant Marine as well as serving as Lieutenant Commander in the US Naval Reserve.

Tague named VP of Sales and Supply for Crowley Fuels Business

Tague named VP of Sales and Supply for Crowley Fuels Business

Crowley named Walter Tague as vice president of sales and supply for its Crowley Fuels businesses unit, which services energy logistics needs throughout Alaska. With more than 30 years of maritime industry experience specializing in supply chain management and support in the oil and gas sectors, Tague will oversee Crowley’s marketing, sales