MELVIN L. KING

  • General
    • Vessel Name : MELVIN L. KING 0
    • Operator : YAZOO RIVER TOWING, INC. 0
    • Ships Type (ICST) : 432 0
    • Vessel Type : 35 0
    • Construction : A 0
  • Engine
    • Horsepower rating : 2800 0
  • Location
    • City : VICKSBURG 0
    • STATE : MS 0
  • Capacity
    • Net Tonnage : 101 0
  • Size
    • Register length : 77.7 257
    • Regular Breadth : 32.1 257
    • Overall Length : 77.7 257
    • Overall Breadt : 32.1 257
    • Load draft : 7 257
    • Light Draft : 5.5 257
    • Height : 30 257
  • Other
    • Year : 1974 0
    • EQUIP1 : NONE 0
    • Coast Guard Number : 569238 0

YAZOO RIVER TOWING, INC.

  • Area of Operation : YAZOO, MISSISSIPPI, BLACK-WARRIOR, TENNESSEE-TOMBIGBEE, TENNESSEE, OHIO AND ARKANSAS RIVERS, LOWER MISSISSIPPI, UPPER MISSISSIPPI AND INTERCOASTAL 0
  • Principal Commodity : GRAIN, ROCK AND LIQUID FERTILIZER 0

BRIMSTONE

  • Type : 35 0
  • Construction : A 0

J. O. BRADFORD

  • Type : 35 0
  • Construction : A 0

JINX P SMITH

  • Type : 35 0
  • Construction : A 0

KRISTI P SMITH

  • Type : 35 0
  • Construction : A 0

R. H. HUFFMAN

  • Type : 35 0
  • Construction : A 0

TERESIA

  • Type : 35 0
  • Construction : A 0

AGS

  • Type : 41 0
  • Construction : A 0

News

An Update on Plans for the U.S.’s Icebreaking Fleet

An Update on Plans for the U.S.’s Icebreaking Fleet

The U.S. is expanding its icebreaking fleet to strengthen Arctic and domestic access, and support commercial shipping, seabed resources, subsea cables and fisheries. Current plans include 1–3 heavy Polar Security Cutters (PSCs), 11 medium Arctic Security Cutters (ASCs), seven Homeland Security Cutter (HSC) HSC-L (light) icebreakers, 11 HSC-Ms (medium) and one additional heavy HSC-H (heavy).

Dajin Heavy Delivers Second KING-Class Offshore Wind Logistics Vessel

Dajin Heavy Delivers Second KING-Class Offshore Wind Logistics Vessel

China-based offshore wind foundations manufacturer Dajin Heavy Industry has delivered KING TWO, the second 40,000 DWT heavy deck carrier in its self-developed and self-built KING series.The delivery represents a step in expanding the company's offshore vessel-building capabilities

At the Helm: How the U.S. Coast Guard is Shaping the Future of Maritime Nuclear Power

At the Helm: How the U.S. Coast Guard is Shaping the Future of Maritime Nuclear Power

Introduction. Looking back at history one could argue that it was French author Jules Verne in his book “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea”, published in 1869, who was speculating about a new power source much in the same out of the box thinking that H.G. Wells employed when he wrote about inter-planetary flight in “War of the World’s.

Japan-Linked Tanker Carrying Saudi Oil Passes Strait of Hormuz

Japan-Linked Tanker Carrying Saudi Oil Passes Strait of Hormuz

Panama-flagged tanker Idemitsu Maru, carrying 2 million barrels of Saudi oil, crossed the Strait of Hormuz, LSEG shipping data showed on Tuesday, becoming the first Japan-linked crude tanker to do so since the Iran war began.Before the U.S.-Iran conflict broke out on February 28 and disrupted Middle East crude oil and liquefied natural gas supplies

Hull Delivery Brings Near-Zero-Emission Vessel Captain Arctic Closer to Launch (Video)

Hull Delivery Brings Near-Zero-Emission Vessel Captain Arctic Closer to Launch (Video)

The construction of Captain Arctic, a 69-meter near-zero-emission exploration vessel designed for sustainable cruising in polar waters, has reached a major milestone as its hull was completed by Goltens Dubai, marking the start of final outfitting and integration work.The vessel, owned by French company SELAR and built in collaboration with Chantier Naval de l’Océan Indien (CNOI) and Goltens

USCG RFP for Homeland Security Vessel Closes Soon

USCG RFP for Homeland Security Vessel Closes Soon

The Coast Guard released a request for proposal (RFP) for design, production, testing and delivery of homeland security cutter-light (HSC-L) vessels. The Coast Guard plans to acquire seven HSC-Ls through an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contract.The RFP is available here. Proposals are due by July 14, 2026.

South Korea’s Largest Cable Layer Starts Taking Shape in Türkiye

South Korea’s Largest Cable Layer Starts Taking Shape in Türkiye

LS Marine Solution, a subsidiary of LS Cable & System, has started construction of a next-generation cable laying vessel (CLV) designed for long-distance high-voltage direct current (HVDC) and large-scale offshore wind grid projects.A steel-cutting ceremony for the new CLV was held at Tersan Shipyard in Türkiye, with delivery scheduled for the first half of 2028.

Export Curbs Should not Harm Australia's Biggest LNG-producing State

Export Curbs Should not Harm Australia's Biggest LNG-producing State

Western Australian premier Roger Cook said on Wednesday he had been "assured" by federal Resources Minister Madeleine King that a new government policy of reserving 20% of gas output for domestic use would not harm his state's large LNG industry."Maddie King is a very good friend of mine

Dajin Expands Offshore Wind Logistics Fleet with KING TWO Launch

Dajin Expands Offshore Wind Logistics Fleet with KING TWO Launch

China-based offshore wind foundations manufacturer Dajin Heavy Industry has launched a 40,000 DWT deck carrier, KING TWO, at its Panjin shipbuilding facility.The vessel, launched on April 19, is the second large-scale deck carrier built at the facility, following KING ONE, which has already completed its maiden voyage.KING TWO measures 239.

Hartman Seatrade Adds Two Liebherr LS 250 Ship Cranes to its Fleet

Hartman Seatrade Adds Two Liebherr LS 250 Ship Cranes to its Fleet

Hartman Seatrade has selected the LS 250 heavy-duty ship crane to outfit its latest vessels. The cranes, supplied by Liebherr, are configured for tandem operations, allowing combined lifts of up to 500 tons for project cargo. Engineered for versatile cargo handling, the LS 250 delivers dependable lifting performance even in demanding maritime conditions.

Kongsberg Maritime to Equip LS Marine’s Ultra-Large Cable Lay Vessel

Kongsberg Maritime to Equip LS Marine’s Ultra-Large Cable Lay Vessel

Kongsberg Maritime has been selected to supply a fully integrated equipment package for a next-generation ultra-large cable laying (CLV) vessel being built for LS Marine Solution at Tersan Shipyard in Türkiye.The vessel, designed to support growing global demand for subsea high-voltage direct current (HVDC) and optical cable installation, will be 148.

Tugboat Polar King Back After Vessel Overhaul

Tugboat Polar King Back After Vessel Overhaul

The formerly retired tugboat Polar King is back on the water thanks to the hard work of the Alaska Marine Lines team and many others throughout the Lynden companies. The 50-year-old tugboat was completely overhauled earlier this year and is now back in the fleet and will be towing barges between Seattle, Hawaii, and Western Alaska ports. The 120- by 34-ft.