WILD CAT

  • General
    • Vessel Name : WILD CAT 0
    • Operator : BOWERS MARINE SERVICE, INC. 0
    • Ships Type (ICST) : 422 0
    • Vessel Type : 02 0
    • Construction : C 0
  • Engine
    • Horsepower rating : 598 0
  • Location
    • City : SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO 0
    • STATE : CA 0
  • Capacity
    • Net Tonnage : 12 0
    • Full Load Capacity : 5 232
  • Size
    • Register length : 28.8 257
    • Regular Breadth : 10.6 257
    • Overall Length : 32.5 257
    • Overall Breadt : 11 257
    • Load draft : 4.5 257
    • Light Draft : 3.5 257
    • Height : 13 257
  • Other
    • Year : 1970 0
    • EQUIP1 : NONE 0
    • Coast Guard Number : 530808 0

BOWERS MARINE SERVICE, INC.

  • Area of Operation : SAN FRANCISCO BAY AND DELTA NEAR COASTAL PACIFIC FROM BODEGA BAY TO MONTEREY BAY 0
  • Principal Commodity : TOWING 0

News

Swire Shipping Bans Carriage of Donkey Skins

Swire Shipping Bans Carriage of Donkey Skins

On World Donkey Day (May 8), international animal welfare charity, The Donkey Sanctuary, acknowledges Swire Shipping as the first global shipping line to commit publicly to a ‘No Donkey Skins Carriage policy’.In February last year, African Heads of State and Governments endorsed a continent-wide moratorium on the slaughter of donkeys for their skins at the 37th African Union Summit.

MSC Baltic III Grounded, Crew Safe

MSC Baltic III Grounded, Crew Safe

Canada’s Marine Communications and Traffic Services received a MAYDAY on Saturday from the MSC Baltic III as it ran aground located approximately 12 nautical miles outside the entrance to Bay of Islands, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.The vessel reported a loss of power, and unable to secure an anchor in the adverse conditions, grounded in Wild Cove west of Lark Harbour.

An (Electric) Jolt for the Passenger Vessel Industry

An (Electric) Jolt for the Passenger Vessel Industry

The domestic passenger vessel answers the call for cleaner and more efficient platforms. It is truly an electric time to be a part of this niche industry.In the shadow of a rapidly changing political landscape, the domestic passenger ferry sector is nevertheless seeing an increasing number of newbuild vessel orders.

OP/ED: When it Comes to Offshore Energy, Be Careful What You Wish For

OP/ED: When it Comes to Offshore Energy, Be Careful What You Wish For

You just might get it.In the waning days of the Biden administration, the executive orders and such that get announced seemingly on a daily basis signal countless victories for that side of the equation. And, no matter which side of that great divide that you reside on, it is likely that some of those edicts will be quickly reversed by the incoming President.

Ammonia’s Future at a Turning Point in 2025

Ammonia’s Future at a Turning Point in 2025

The shipping industry has been watching the dual-fuel engine choices made for newbuildings as an indicator of what many see as an uncertain fuel future.In December, DNV’s Alternative Fuels Insights platform counted 27 ammonia and 322 methanol-fueled vessels currently on the orderbooks.Methanol has raced ahead of ammonia, which currently lags in both engine and regulatory development.

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.

Greener Fuels, Cleaner Fuels?

Greener Fuels, Cleaner Fuels?

This week at MarineLink…The IMO 2020 Sulfur Cap essentially ushered in a new type of fuel - VLSFO. With it came the engine problems caused by off-spec or incompatible fuels as producers grappled with the requirement for providing a sulfur content not exceeding 0.05%. As pointed out in Lloyd’s Register’s 2024 Fuel Quality Report, persistent issues involving cat fines, stability

CTVs: Future-proofing Today’s Offshore Wind Solutions

CTVs: Future-proofing Today’s Offshore Wind Solutions

The first commercial application of Volvo Penta’s IPS Professional Platform will power Northern Offshore Services’ next-gen crew transfer vessel. Longtime collaborators Volvo Penta and N-O-S aim to more than satisfy the unique requirements of a possible 25x increase in offshore wind production.

Davie to Establish Shipbuilding Presence in the US

Davie to Establish Shipbuilding Presence in the US

Canada's largest shipbuilder, Davie, on Monday announced it will establish a shipbuilding presence in the United States.The Quebec-headquartered company's investment in a U.S. shipyard remains subject to final site and partner selection, Davie said in a statement.The move coincides with actions announced by the U.S. government to boost the competitiveness of the U.S.

ABS Raises Concerns Over IMO’s ‘Wild Card’ Carbon Levy Proposal

ABS Raises Concerns Over IMO’s ‘Wild Card’ Carbon Levy Proposal

Uncertainty about the scale and nature of the IMO’s proposed carbon levy is holding back investment in shipping, according to the Christopher J. Wiernicki,  Chairman and CEO of American Bureau of Shipping (ABS).“A carbon levy is a wild card. It will all depend on how it is implemented and enforced.

Damen Starts Building Support Vessels to Fill Rising Demand in Gulf Region

Damen Starts Building Support Vessels to Fill Rising Demand in Gulf Region

Damen Shipyards has started construction of three shallow draft multi-purpose support vessels at its shipyard in the United Arab Emirates, in anticipation of an increase in offshore and dredging activity in Arabian Gulf region.The initial program will be comprised of a 27-metre Multi Cat 2712 for delivery in November 2025, a 33-metre Multi Cat 3313 SD (shallow draft) for delivery in December 2025

First Caterpillar Methanol Dual-fuel Engines to Deploy in 2026

First Caterpillar Methanol Dual-fuel Engines to Deploy in 2026

Caterpillar Marine announced plans to deploy its first set of field demonstrator methanol dual-fuel 3500E marine engines in 2026.Cat 3500E marine engines will utilize innovative dual-fuel technology that leverages proven diesel fuel systems and supports vessels’ low-pressure – below 10 bar – fuel systems.