Marine News

07/21/2025

Smart Rivers 2025 taking place 8–12 September in Memphis, Tennessee!

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06/24/2025

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06/23/2025

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05/26/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Memorial Day ⚓
Today, we at New Wave Media pause to remember and honor the brave men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.
As a company deeply connected to the maritime community — including those who served at sea and in naval operations — we pay tribute to the courage, dedication, and selflessness of those who gave their lives to protect our freedoms.
Let us reflect on their legacy and express our deepest gratitude.
🕯️ We remember.
🎖️ We honor.
🇺🇸 We will never forget.

05/14/2025

🚨 Steering Failure Triggers $2M Maritime Incident 🚨
A bulk carrier suffered a critical steering malfunction that led to contact with a navigational aid, resulting in substantial damage.

🛠️ Incident Summary:
• Vessel damage: estimated at $800,750
• Navigational aid damage: estimated at $1.25 million
• Cause: Debris in hydraulic oil caused the rudder control motor to seize
• No injuries or pollution reported

⚙️ Key Findings:
• New steering control system was installed shortly before the incident
• Improper calibration played a role in the malfunction
• Highlights the importance of post-maintenance testing and monitoring

📉 A clear reminder of the risks tied to equipment reliability and system integrity at sea.

👉 Full article: https://www.marinelink.com/news/steering-failure-caused-vessel-contact-525704

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05/12/2025

🚢 Saildrone Appoints Vice Admiral John Mustin as President

Saildrone has appointed Vice Admiral John Mustin as its new President. With a distinguished 34-year career in the U.S. Navy, including service as the 15th Chief of Navy Reserve and Commander of the Navy Reserve Force, Mustin brings extensive leadership and operational experience to the role.

In his new position, Mustin will collaborate with Saildrone's founder and CEO, Richard Jenkins, to expand the company's defense business and enhance its capabilities in maritime operations.

🔗 Read more: https://www.marinelink.com/news/saildrone-names-former-vice-admiral-new-525604

05/07/2025

🚤 King County Selects Moose Boats for Hybrid Patrol Vessel 🌿

The King County Sheriff's Office Marine Division has ordered a 46-foot diesel-electric hybrid patrol boat from Moose Boats. The M1 model will be powered by twin Volvo Penta D11-625HP diesel engines combined with Dan Foss electric motors, allowing for up to two hours of electric-only operation at 5 knots.

Key features include:

Hamilton AVX Express joystick controls

Raymarine integrated electronics suite

Corvis Battery technology

Pricing through Government Service Agency contracts

Support from Washington State’s Climate Commitment Act

This project supports sustainable maritime operations and enhances patrol capabilities on regional waterways.

📖 Full article: https://www.marinelink.com/news/king-county-selects-moose-boats-hybrid-525435

05/01/2025

🔧 Thordon Bearings’ RiverTough Surpasses 500 Installations

RiverTough tailshaft bearings have now been installed on more than 500 workboats. Designed for abrasive and muddy environments, RiverTough bearings paired with nickel-chrome-boron coated sleeves have demonstrated up to double the lifespan of traditional rubber bearings.

✅ Reported wear rates: as low as 0.07–0.1 mm over 6,000–7,000 hours of use
✅ Over 400 installations across the U.S. inland waterways
✅ Distribution centers in New Orleans and Paducah support rapid deployment
✅ Lower maintenance costs and reduced edge loading with 3:1 L/D ratio design

🔗 Read more: https://www.marinelink.com/news/thordon-bearings-rivertough-exceeds-525267

04/28/2025

📢 Webinar Alert:: A Brand-New Approach to Understanding & Mitigating Stress Corrosion Cracking (SCC) & Hydrogen Embrittlement (HE)
🗓️ Date: May 13, 2024
🕐 Time: 11:00 AM EDT
💻 Location: Live on Zoom
Industry experts from Parker Hannifin — Dr. Paula Lepore, M.S., Ph.D., PMP and Dr. Anshul Godha, Ph.D. — will guide you through:
• SCC & HE fundamentals and impact on material integrity
• Recent advances & real-world case studies
• Novel testing & evaluation techniques
• Effective mitigation strategies
• Future trends in corrosion control
Designed for engineers, materials scientists, researchers, and professionals in oil & gas, aerospace, automotive, and infrastructure.
🔗 Register free: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/4117461197495/WN_RjiIa1fJQZmpWIogyjjmTQ

Join us for an insightful webinar that delves into the critical issues of stress corrosion cracking (SCC) and hydrogen embrittlement (HE), two of the most significant challenges facing industries that utilize metallic materials such as stainless steels in harsh environments. This session will explor...

04/09/2025

🛥️ Moose Boats Delivers New Harbor Patrol Vessel 👮‍♂️⚓
A new M2–35 Catamaran Patrol Boat has been delivered to enhance harbor security and emergency response capabilities.

🔹 Built by: Moose Boats
🔹 Delivered to: Mare Island, California
🔹 Mission: Harbor patrol, fire response, and security operations
🔹 Features: Twin outboard engines, firefighting pump, advanced navigation and communication systems
🔹 Supports multi-agency operations in busy port environments

This addition strengthens local maritime safety and first responder readiness.

Full details 👉 https://www.marinelink.com/news/moose-boats-delivers-harbor-patrol-524451

Moose Boats, a boat designer and manufacturer in the San Francisco Bay Area, has delivered an M2-36 catamaran to the Santa Barbara…

04/07/2025

📢 Port of Albany Issues RFEI for Beacon Island Site 🏗️⚓
The Port of Albany has released a Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEI) for the Beacon Island site, a property previously designated for offshore wind turbine tower manufacturing.

📍 The site is located in the Town of Bethlehem, NY
📐 Includes approximately 81 acres of developable land
🚧 Construction on the previous tower facility has ceased
💼 The port is seeking development partners or tenants interested in the site’s long-term industrial use
📅 RFEI responses are due by July 12, 2025

View full details 👉 https://www.marinelink.com/news/port-albany-releases-rfei-beacon-island-524326

04/01/2025

🚢 Steerprop Propulsion Selected for New Canadian Offshore Support Vessel 🇨🇦

A new 110-meter field support vessel, designed for operations on the Grand Banks off Newfoundland and Labrador, will feature a comprehensive propulsion package from Steerprop. The vessel is expected to enter service in the first half of 2027.

The Steerprop scope includes two azimuth thrusters for main propulsion, two tunnel thrusters, and a retractable thruster, ensuring optimal maneuverability in the challenging conditions of the Grand Banks. Steerprop will also provide condition monitoring services and seal wear monitoring for the shaft seals. Equipment deliveries are scheduled to begin in summer 2025.

Designed to accommodate 164 personnel, the vessel is based on the 995L SBC hull design and will be owned and operated by DOF Group ASA.

🔗 Read more: https://www.marinelink.com/news/steerprop-propulsion-chosen-canadian-osv-524117