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BROADPOINT PARTNERS WITH SANDRIDGE, FAA FOR OFFSHORE AVIATION COMMUNICATIONS
Thursday, March 18th, 2010
Leading Telecommunications Company Provides Critical Connectivity in Gulf of Mexico. Broadpoint, an industry leader in telecommunications and network solutions, today announced its contract with SandRidge Energy to provide critical offshore aviation communications to the Federal Aviation Administration. Using Broadpoint’s expansive digital communications network, the Federal Aviation Administration was able to successfully upgrade critical airspace communications equipment, located on offshore oil platforms owned by SandRidge Energy, without an interruption in service. SandRidge Energy, a natural gas and crude oil company headquartered in Oklahoma City, Okla., owns and operates several offshore platforms in the Gulf of Mexico that house vital communications equipment ...
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Wärtsilä selected best supplier by CNOOC of China - wins award for supplier excellence
Thursday, March 18th, 2010
Wärtsilä, the marine industry's leading ship power system integrator, has received an award for supplier excellence from CNOOC, the China National Offshore Oil Corporation. After rigorous internal evaluation by project management teams, 28 Chinese and international vendors participating in nine of CNOOC's major projects were honoured. Wärtsilä is involved in four of these projects. This was the first time that CNOOC had arranged such an event to recognise its best suppliers, and the awards were presented at a ceremony held in Beijing. The project for which Wärtsilä received the award involves the construction and commissioning of the deepwater pipe-laying and ...
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USCG Port Security Advisory 2-10
Thursday, March 18th, 2010
Background: The Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002 (MTSA) has mandated that the United States Coast Guard evaluate the effectiveness of anti-terrorism measures in foreign ports and provides for the imposition of conditions of entry on vessels arriving to the United States from countries that do not maintain effective anti-terrorism measures (MTSA, 46 USC § 70108). The Coast Guard has determined that the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste is the most recent country not maintaining effective anti-terrorism measures in its ports. Actions required as listed in paragraphs C and D of this Port Security Advisory take effect for vessels that arrive ...
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Restructuring of the FPSO Sevan Voyageur Bank Facility
Thursday, March 18th, 2010
Sevan Marine ASA ("Sevan") has reached a mutual agreement with GIEK/Eksportfinans, GE and Deutsche Bank AG, London Branch ("Deutsche Bank") which provides Sevan with the required flexibility to find a new contract for FPSO Sevan Voyageur, after the expiry of the existing charter contract. Under the agreement, Sevan has provided permission to the restructuring of USD 45 million of the Senior Secured term loan, subject to conditions precedent, creating a Secured Bond yielding 11% per annum that is expected to close prior to May 2010. During the initial 24 months, the Senior Secured term loan and the new Secured Bond ...
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Visit Autoship Systems Corporation at the Asia Pacific Maritime
Thursday, March 18th, 2010
Autoship Systems Corporation (ASC) is pleased to announce their participation at the 2010 Asia Pacific Maritime Show held in Singapore March 24th - 26th. Visit Booth 3H48 to view live demonstrations of ASC’s integrated suite of marine CAD/CAM and ship loading software or just to chat with the company rep’s. ASC uses object-oriented programming to create its world-leading suite of CAD/CAM software: Autoship 10, Autohydro 6.4, Autopower 3.1, Autoplate 10, Autostructure 3.2 and Production Manager 3.2. ASC software makes ship design easy and efficient by using the same Autoship Project File for the entire design process. Autoship software is very ...
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Partnering with Comtech Mobile Data Corporation, Thuraya Develops Marine-Grade High Speed Broadband Solution
Thursday, March 18th, 2010
As part of evolving its satellite maritime offerings, Thuraya is developing an advanced broadband terminal for the maritime industry in partnership with Comtech. The new terminal, which is designed and built with leading market technology, is set for launch in September of this year. The Comtech maritime terminal will provide high-quality voice services as well as a broadband service that reaches a speed of up to 444 kbps. Users will also be able to access high-speed video-streaming at speeds of 384 kbps at sea. The competitiveness of the new solution lies in its compact size and cost-effectiveness to meet the ...
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Vizada Improves Operations for fishing companies with Inmarsat FleetBroadband
Thursday, March 18th, 2010
Madagascan fishing company maximizes time at sea with broadband data service. Vizada, the leading independent satellite communications provider, is supplying the Inmarsat FleetBroadband* service to a fishing company in Madagascar to help improve operations on board. Vizada, with key service provider Satellite Air Time and Inmarsat, has equipped a vessel with an Inmarsat FleetBroadband 150 terminal (FB150), and provided communications airtime, installation, maintenance, 24-hour customer care, technical support and a number of Vizada SolutionsTM. The fishing vessel, based out of the Malagasy fishing port of Mahajanga, is the first in the fleet to upgrade to FB150, and the broadband data ...
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OFFSHORE SOLUTIONS CELEBRATES 1000 SAFE CONNECTIONS
Thursday, March 18th, 2010
Offshore Solutions B.V. (OSBV), market leader in the invention, development, manufacture and safe operation of the industry’s most advanced marine access systems, is celebrating another significant achievement in the operation of the Offshore Access System (OAS*). The OAS, mounted onboard the GDF SUEZ E&P Nederland B.V. (GSEPN) chartered vessel, REM Mermaid, has achieved over 1,000 operational connections without any LTIs. Weighing approximately 24 tonnes, the OAS has safely transferred more than 9,000 personnel in the last year, working in the Dutch sector of the Southern North Sea. OSBV’s General Manager, Ian Sadler, said: “This milestone is a further major achievement ...
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Cargotec wins an order from Yingkou Port Group for Kalmar port equipment
Thursday, March 18th, 2010
Cargotec has received an order from Yingkou Port Group Corporation for eight Kalmar DRF450 reachstackers and one DCE80 empty container handler. The new machines will help the customer keep up with the demands of northern China's expanding port business. Three units have already been delivered to Yingkou Port Group with the remainder scheduled to arrive at the beginning of second quarter 2010. The Liaoning province in north east China has invested more than 2 billion euros to expand five of its major ports, including Yingkou, as part of its plan to develop the region as a major centre for inland ...
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NY Cruise Releases Results of 2009 Economic Impact Study of Cruise Passengers and Crews in New York City
Thursday, March 18th, 2010
Embarking Passengers and Crews Spent an Estimated $93.8 Million in New York City, Among the Top in Average Expenditures and Lengths of Stay in U.S. NY Cruise, a part of New York City Economic Development Corporation, announced the results of its 2009 Economic Impact Study of embarking cruise passenger and onshore crew spending in New York City. Highlights reveal that embarking passengers and onshore crew spent an estimated $93.8 million in 2009. Passengers overall averaged daily spending in New York City of $174.18, and those staying two nights averaged total spending of $448.73 during their stay. “This study underscores that ...
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Thuraya Launches “Comms on the Move” at Satellite 2010
Thursday, March 18th, 2010
To further extend usage of its high-speed data solution, “Thuraya IP” for key market segments, Thuraya has introduced a new antenna solution allowing efficient usage of data communications in moving vehicles. “Comms on the Move” is a very compact and light-weight antenna, which can easily be roof-mounted on any vehicle. It is a two-axis antenna which efficiently allows 444 kbps Standard IP and 384 kbps Streaming IP services while vehicles move even at high speeds. The Thuraya IP “Comms on the Move” antenna is the smallest in the industry to accomplish high speed connectivity and one of Thuraya’s key solutions ...
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Ekofisk Jacket Contract to Aker Solutions
Thursday, March 18th, 2010
ConocoPhillips Skandinavia AS, Norway has awarded Aker Solutions an EPC contract for platform jacket and a bridge support jacket for the new Ekofisk accommodation platform - Ekofisk 2/4L. The contract will be executed by the Aker Solutions yard in Verdal, and includes engineering, procurement, construction, load-out and sea-fastening of the steel jacket, bridge support jacket and associated piles. The detail engineering starts immediately, while fabrication in Verdal will commence in November 2010. The jacket - and the bridge support jacket - will be delivered in the spring of 2012, and will then become number 36 and 37 in the series ...
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Latest New from Marine Travelift
Thursday, March 18th, 2010
Marine Travelift names Erich Pfeifer Vice President of Business Development and Marketing Marine Travelift, Inc. announced the promotion of Erich Pfeifer to Vice President of Business Development and Marketing today. Pfeifer will be responsible for all industrial and government sales, as well as marine sales in the Americas. He will also oversee all Marketing efforts and activities for the Company. “Erich’s accomplishments and talents are both highly valued and key to future plans for the organization; and we are thrilled to announce this promotion”. James Ashton, Chairman, Marine Travelift, Inc. Pfeifer was hired by Marine Travelift in 2004 as a ...
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Marorka announces increased presence in N. America
Thursday, March 18th, 2010
Marorka, the leading provider of energy management solutions for the maritime industry has opened a new office in the U.S.A., based in McLean, Virginia. Marorka, LLC provides service to Marorka’s North and South American clients. “Marorka already has a strong presence in Europe and is expanding in the Middle East and Asia. We are now continuing the expansion of our business in the U.S. and Canada. Strong presence in the U.S. will enhance our service to our commercial and government clients and partner network throughout the Americas”, said Marorka CEO Dr. Jon Agust Thorsteinsson. “Marorka’s complete marine energy management solutions ...
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ABERDEEN HARBOUR AWARDS MACDUFF SHIPYARDS AN £1MILLION CONTRACT
Thursday, March 18th, 2010
Aberdeen Harbour has awarded Macduff Shipyards the contract to build a new workboat. The £1million vessel, inclusive of its high-tech survey suite is due for delivery in 2011, and will replace the port’s existing workboat. It will be fitted with twin 350hp engines, a deck crane and at 14 metres in length, will be used for general harbour activities including surveying, plough dredging and debris recovery. Ray Shaw, operations director & harbour master at Aberdeen Harbour, said: “Following a competitive tender process we are pleased to award this contract to local supplier Macduff Shipyard. We have an excellent track record ...
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EC and BESST Consortium sign contract for research project
Thursday, March 18th, 2010
Europe’s leading shipbuilders, coordinated by Fincantieri, started September 1st, 2009 the EU funded research project BESST – “Breakthrough in European Ship and Shipbuilding Technologies”. The contractual Grant Agreement was signed yesterday in Brussels between the European Commission and Fincantieri, on behalf of the consortium, as the coordinator of BESST. The project will last three and a half years. Initiated by EUROYARDS, the European Economic Interest Group (EEIG), BESST aims to achieve a breakthrough in competitiveness, environmental friendliness and safety in EU built ships with a focus on passenger ships, ferries and mega-yachts. The BESST consortium is formed by leading EU ...
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Cargotec continues to book orders for MacGregor offshore cranes
Thursday, March 18th, 2010
Cargotec received an order for a MacGregor 200 tonne subsea active heave-compensated knuckle-jib crane with a 2000 m wire capacity to a vessel from Toisa Ltd, operated by one of the leading offshore vessel operators, UK-based Sealion Shiping Ltd. The crane will be manufactured at Cargotec’s site for Offshore Load Handling in Kristiansand, Norway. The crane will be delivered in the second half of 2010. “We are prepared to meet the demand from the industry by providing complete offshore load handling solutions to our customers, offering both innovative and dependable technology, and global service”, says Øystein Bondevik, sales director for ...
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Changes at the Top for ACB
Thursday, March 18th, 2010
Aluminum Chambered Boats, Inc.'s Larry Wieber is no longer CEO but continues on the Board of Directors of the company he founded in 1998. “Larry is a great visionary, created an exceptional product, and leaves ACB with many successes which we will continue to build on,” comments Jim Moore, President/COO. Moore will continue to lead the company and is pleased to report that ACB had a record year in 2009 with a positive bottom line. “There is a bright future for ACB in all segments of our company - government, recreational, law enforcement, and commercial,” states Moore. ACB has recently ...
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NSRI APPOINTS ACADEMIC RESEARCH DIRECTOR
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
The National Subsea Research Institute (NSRI) has appointed Dr. Richard Neilson as academic research director. Dr. Neilson has more than 20 years experience as a lecturer and researcher in a number of Scottish Universities. During this time he spent four years on secondment with oil service company, Rotech Drilling Services, where he was responsible for the design and analysis of downhole tools. Dr Neilson has a PhD and BSc in Mechanical Engineering and an MSc in Biomedical Engineering.
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Latest News from MAN Diesel
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
MAN Diesel Engines Set to Drive Egyptian Megaproject Four-stroke versatility | 18V28/32S Engines To Irrigate the Sahara MAN Diesel has received an order for three 18V28/32S engines from the Egyptian Marketing Consultants Group. The engines will power three electricity plants in the south of the country, in the desert near the town of Toshka, as part of a large agricultural project. The four-stroke engines will play a vital role in a Government-sponsored project to irrigate the desert and create farmland by pumping freshwater from aquifers deep beneath the surface. The engines will operate on diesel oil and are due for ...
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Dassault Systèmes to Open R&D Center in Korea in April
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
Center in Daegu City to be dedicated to develop world-class PLM solutions for shipbuilding industry. Dassault Systèmes (DS) (Euronext Paris: #13065, DSY.PA), a world leader in 3D and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions, today announced the signing of an agreement with Daegu Metropolitan City and Daegu Gyeongbuk Free Economic Zone Authority (DGFEZ) for the establishment and operation of a new R&D center in Daegu City, Korea. Dedicated to developing and supporting 3D PLM solutions for the shipbuilding industry, the R&D center will open this April. Opening the R&D Center is a strong move by Dassault Systèmes to get closer to ...
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Seagull Launches New Counter Piracy Training Package
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
Seagull AS has launched a completely new training package to assist seafarers in their continuing battle against piracy. The training specialist has developed a comprehensive computer-based training (CBT) module plus accompanying workbook, giving full procedural advice to assist crew preparedness for attacks by pirates. The International Maritime Bureau reported 406 incidents of piracy and armed robbery in 2009. Worldwide, 153 vessels were boarded last year, 49 vessels were hijacked, and 120 vessels fired upon. A total 1,052 crew members were taken hostage. Somali pirates were responsible for 217 attacks, with 47 vessels hijacked and 867 crew members taken hostage. Escalating ...
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The New ECOBIOBALL to Play Eco-Golf and Feed the Fish
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
The Spanish company Albus Golf launches ECOBIOBALL, the first ever ecological and biodegradable golf ball to contain fish food in its core, to play golf close to marine environments.
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Under Embargo - DTS deploys NEW Cobham Sea Tel Antenna
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
DTS deploys Cobham’s Sea Tel USAT 30 antenna in Global Connect Services network. Cobham SATCOM Sea Tel Products and Data Technology Solutions are pleased to announce that Sea Tel’s Ultra Small Aperture Terminal USAT 30, (76cm, 30 inch) Marine Stabilized Antenna has been selected by Data Technology Solutions to be the newest member of their global fleet consisting of the 60 cm, 1 meter, 1.5 meter and 2.4 meter Sea Tel antennas. Extensive on-satellite testing and monitoring of network performance has shown that the USAT 30 significantly outperforms existing similar products offered by the competition. Extensive motion and vibration testing ...
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Thuraya in Washington to Lure Military and Media Customers
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
A high-level Thuraya delegation, led by Chief Technology Officer Ali Al Mazrooei, has set off to Washington DC to meet with potential military and media customers at the world’s largest satellite telecom exhibition. Thuraya is establishing strong visibility in “Satellite 2010” which brings thousands of military, media, government and NGO officials. An expanding portfolio of satellite telecom solutions including broadband, maritime, handheld, tracking, video-streaming and secure communications is being showcased at the 5-day event starting this week. Commenting on Thuraya’s participation at this key gathering, Mr. Al Mazrooei said, “The US is a significantly large customer of satellite telecom in ...
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Latest News from Delta Wave Communications, Inc.
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
Delta Wave is now an authorized distributor of Intellian maritime satellite TV antenna systems. With 3 axis stabilized dish, these units track more than twice as fast as competetive systems, and undergo extensive vibration tests. They are the only satellite antenna systems that will operate on all satellite networks on a global basis, including HD.
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RINA Appoints New General Manager for America
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
Genoa-based classification society RINA has appointed Massimo Volta as its new General Manager for America. Volta’s appointment is part of a reorganisation of RINA’s regional management in a move to improve client liaison and to streamline services. The move will result in better services for cruise ship operators in the Americas, as well as a faster global response to the needs of shipowners.
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ANNUAL OIL & GAS MEETING 2010
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
Interested, Co-operated and Independent Petroleum & Gas Companies, organizations, agents and firms are specially invited to attend the ANNUAL MOSCOW OIL & GAS MEETING WITH OPEC. Meeting is organized by the Government of the Russian Federation and Ministry of Energy & Gas in collaboration with the Russian Petroleum and Gas Sector. There will also be Conference and Exhibitions for interested Companies in the Oil & Gas Sectors BENEFITS: -At meeting closure, BROKERS CERTIFICATE and LICENSE will be awarded to participants. -Business Investments and Partnership Opportunity. -Plus free E-Visa to meeting participants to the Russian Federation. TOPIC: "HOW TO BECOME A ...
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Kozmino Cozies Up With Eastern Importers
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
Less than three months ago, Russia began operations at its newest tanker terminal at Kozmino—strategically located in Eastern Siberia on the Asian Pacific. As Russia aims to diversify its energy exports, boosting trade to oil-hungry nations in the Far East, the Kremlin takes a solid position in the middle of what many argue has been the saving grace of tanker demand. But as Kozmino barrels replace long-haul trades from the Arab Gulf and West Africa, Russia’s entrance into feeding the hungry tiger may wind up leaving tanker demand short-changed.
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Ezra Orders Two Large MacGregor Subsea Knuckle-Jib Cranes From Cargotec
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
Cargotec will deliver two large offshore cranes to Singapore-based Ezra Marine Service Pte Ltd in 2010 and beginning of 2011 respectively. The cranes will be fitted to a deepwater anchor-handling towing/supply vessel (AHTS) and to a self-propelled accommodation barge. The value of the order is approximately EUR 12 million and it was booked in the first quarter 2010 order intake. The order comprises two large active heave-compensated subsea knuckle-jib cranes. The first is for an ultra-deepwater AHTS. This 150 tonne SWL crane has an under-deck mounted winch with a 3,000m wire. The second crane is a 150-tonne SWL version being ...
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Next Generation Trimaran Exceeds Performance Expectations
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
Austal’s next generation 102-metre trimaran has impressed during sea trials, achieving a speed of 39 knots at 90% MCR with 340 tonnes deadweight. The high speed vehicle ferry utilises Austal’s patented trimaran technology to deliver improved sea keeping, fuel efficiency, passenger comfort and payload capacity.
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Excellent Profit Result from Ulstein
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
The Ulstein Group’s preliminary figures indicate an exceptionally good profit result for 2009. The company had NOK 3.6 billion in sales and an operating profit of NOK 520.9 million. “We are very happy to present good results in an otherwise challenging period for industry. Commercialisations of design and equipment packages, shipbuilding at our own yards and elsewhere, and the electro and control systems business have generated solid earnings the last few years. This has given us a solid basis for continuing to build a robust company while at the same time adapting to a challenging market,” says CEO Gunvor Ulstein. ...
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MARLINK RENEWS CONTRACT WITH MSC CRUISES FOR A FURTHER THREE YEARS
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
Marlink secures multi-year contract renewal, reinforcing its position as the leading satellite communications provider for the European Cruise Market Marlink, the global provider of maritime satellite communications, has recently renewed its contract with Italian Cruise Company MSC Cruises for a further three years. As part of the contract, Marlink will install its Sealink(TM) VSAT services onboard more vessels, as well as expand its services to include several Value Added Services to benefit crew and passengers.
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INCHCAPE SHIPPING SERVICES LAUNCHES CHINA COMMERCIAL HELP DESK
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
Inchcape Shipping Services is to launch a Commercial Help Desk in Shanghai. Staffed by Ms Lu Lu, the new customer focused service, commencing on 1 April, will serve as a key interface between the ISS network and the company’s existing and prospective Chinese speaking customers.
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Seabury Congratulates Randee Day on Her New Position as Acting CEO at DHT
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
After six years at The Seabury Group, Randee Day has accepted the role of Acting CEO of DHT Holdings, Inc., effective April 1st. All of us here wish her the best in her new position as she moves on from Seabury. As we at Seabury move forward, we very much remain committed to the Maritime industry and look forward to being an active advisor in an industry we believe in and know well. The Seabury Group continues to build on our global leadership position within Aviation and Aerospace while also aggressively advancing our expertise and resources in related areas including ...
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PANAMA CANAL EXPANSION IS “2009 PROJECT FINANCE DEAL OF THE YEAR”
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
LATINLAWYER Magazine recognizes ACP team for negotiating successful financing package LATINLAWYER Magazine honored the Panama Canal Authority (ACP) and its Expansion Program yesterday as “2009 Project Finance Deal of the Year” in recognition of the successful negotiation and secured financing for the waterway’s expansion. Held in Sáo Paulo, Brazil, the annual LATINLAWYER “Deal of the Year” Awards recognize the best business deals in Latin America among five different categories: project finance, disputes, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and restructuring. LATINLAWYER presented the award to the ACP and its advisors Shearman & Sterling and Arias & Lopez for successfully negotiating the ...
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Wilkinson named Massachusetts Maritime Academy 2010 ‘Maritime Person of the Year’
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
Geoffrey C. Wilkinson was recently named Massachusetts Maritime Academy’s 2010 ‘Maritime Person of the Year’ for his career of excellence, innovation and service to the maritime industries. He will be awarded the Captain Emery Rice Medal, named for an 1895 graduate and hero of World War I, on Nov. 5 at the 16th annual Admiral’s Ball, at the InterContinental Hotel in Boston.
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