Water transport

Diana Shipping Inc. Announces the Acquisition of a Kamsarmax Dry Bulk Vessel

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Friday, July 16, 2021
Ship measurements, Shipping, Capesize, Panamax, Ship, Water transport, Transport, Excel Maritime, Courage Investment Group

The Company anticipates to take delivery of the vessel by the end of February 2022.

Key Points: 
  • The Company anticipates to take delivery of the vessel by the end of February 2022.
  • Excluding the newly acquired vessel and upon completion of the previously announced sale of one Panamax dry bulk vessel, the m/v Naias, Diana Shipping Inc.s fleet will consist of 36 dry bulk vessels (4 Newcastlemax, 12 Capesize, 5 Post-Panamax, 5 Kamsarmax and 10 Panamax).
  • A table describing the current Diana Shipping Inc. fleet can be found on the Companys website, www.dianashippinginc.com .
  • Diana Shipping Inc. is a global provider of shipping transportation services through its ownership of dry bulk vessels.

Seanergy Announces New Time Charter Agreement and New Financing Agreement of $30.9 million

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021
Ship measurements, Capesize, Shipping, Freight transport, Bulk cargo, Water transport, Excel Maritime

About Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp.

Key Points: 
  • About Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp.
    Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp. is the only pure-play Capesize ship-owner publicly listed in the US.
  • Seanergy provides marine dry bulk transportation services through a modern fleet of Capesize vessels.
  • On a fully-delivered basis, the Company's operating fleet will consist of 16 Capesize vessels with an average age of 11.4 years and aggregate cargo carrying capacity of approximately 2,829,631 dwt.
  • The Company is incorporated in the Marshall Islands and has executive offices in Glyfada, Greece.

Maritime Industry Leader Joins ARES Security to Accelerate Global Maritime Sales

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021
Admiralty law, Law of the sea, Maritime security, Water transport, Video games, Ares, Software, Water

Mr. Ritter takes the helm of the maritime practice at ARES as the firm continues an aggressive expansion of its global critical infrastructure protection business.

Key Points: 
  • Mr. Ritter takes the helm of the maritime practice at ARES as the firm continues an aggressive expansion of its global critical infrastructure protection business.
  • His 25-year track record of proven success in the Maritime Industry, and legacy reputation as an innovative security problem solver, will provide immediate benefit to ARES clients.
  • Ritter will focus on aggressively expanding the ARES security software footprint in the global maritime market.
  • Global maritime security risks are evolving, at an increasing rate.

Electric Boats & Ships: Five Key Battery Suppliers, Identifies IDTechEx

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Freight transport, Water transport, Electric boat, Marine propulsion, Corvus Energy, Ferry, Maritime transport, Transport

BOSTON, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The IDTechEx report " Electric Leisure & Sea-going Boats and Ships 2021-2040 " reveals the battery demand expected from maritime transport over the next two decades, from leisure boats to ocean-crossing ships.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The IDTechEx report " Electric Leisure & Sea-going Boats and Ships 2021-2040 " reveals the battery demand expected from maritime transport over the next two decades, from leisure boats to ocean-crossing ships.
  • Corvus Energy was founded out of Richmond, Canada, in 2009, and is the current market leader for maritime battery systems.
  • The e-ferry 'Ellen' was the first project which drove Leclanch into the sector: a pure electric ferry with a 4.3MWh battery and 4MW charging capability.
  • For more information, see the IDTechEx report " Electric Leisure & Sea-going Boats and Ships 2021-2040 ".

Electric Boats & Ships: Five Key Battery Suppliers, Identifies IDTechEx

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Freight transport, Water transport, Electric boat, Marine propulsion, Corvus Energy, Ferry, Maritime transport, Transport

BOSTON, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The IDTechEx report " Electric Leisure & Sea-going Boats and Ships 2021-2040 " reveals the battery demand expected from maritime transport over the next two decades, from leisure boats to ocean-crossing ships.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The IDTechEx report " Electric Leisure & Sea-going Boats and Ships 2021-2040 " reveals the battery demand expected from maritime transport over the next two decades, from leisure boats to ocean-crossing ships.
  • Corvus Energy was founded out of Richmond, Canada, in 2009, and is the current market leader for maritime battery systems.
  • The e-ferry 'Ellen' was the first project which drove Leclanch into the sector: a pure electric ferry with a 4.3MWh battery and 4MW charging capability.
  • For more information, see the IDTechEx report " Electric Leisure & Sea-going Boats and Ships 2021-2040 ".

Seanergy to Acquire an additional Modern Capesize Vessel and Sell the Oldest Vessel of the Fleet

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Ship measurements, Capesize, Shipping, Freight transport, Bulk cargo, Water transport, Excel Maritime

About Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp.

Key Points: 
  • About Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp.
    Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp. is the only pure-play Capesize ship-owner publicly listed in the US.
  • Seanergy provides marine dry bulk transportation services through a modern fleet of Capesize vessels.
  • On a fully-delivered basis, the Company's operating fleet will consist of 16 Capesize vessels with an average age of 11.4 years and aggregate cargo carrying capacity of approximately 2,829,631 dwt.
  • The Company is incorporated in the Marshall Islands and has executive offices in Glyfada, Greece.

Experts Say Boater Education and New Boating Technology Are Key to Reducing Boating Accidents and Fatalities

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Thursday, July 1, 2021
Boating, Water transport, Clothing, Culture, Human activities, Boater, North American Safe Boating Campaign

To reduce accidents, fatalities, and injuries, he advocates a strong push for new boater education.

Key Points: 
  • To reduce accidents, fatalities, and injuries, he advocates a strong push for new boater education.
  • "Boater safety and education is a critical component to boat operation and ownership," he said.
  • That number drops to only 12% when the operator had received a nationally approved boating safety education certificate.
  • The Water Sports Foundation encourages boaters to take advantage of the latest boating safety technology including the following:

New Video Highlights Tugboat, Towboat and Barge Industry Commitment to Environmental Sustainability

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Shipping, Freight transport, Tugboats, Water transport, American Waterways Operators, Barge, Awo, Pusher, Rail freight transport, Maritime transport, Transport

ARLINGTON, Va., June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The American Waterways Operators (AWO) has produced a video highlighting the tugboat, towboat and barge industry's commitment to, and progress toward, environmental sustainability.

Key Points: 
  • ARLINGTON, Va., June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The American Waterways Operators (AWO) has produced a video highlighting the tugboat, towboat and barge industry's commitment to, and progress toward, environmental sustainability.
  • The video notes that marine transportation is already the most environmentally friendly method of moving freight, and features examples of how the industry is building on its natural advantages to do more to protect the environment.
  • Companies across our industry are investing in technologies and practices to continuously improve environmental performance, and we are pleased to share this video to draw attention to this important and ongoing work."
  • Barge transportation serves the nation as the safest, most environmentally friendly and most economical mode of freight transportation.

Pioneer Marine Inc. Announces Dividend Distribution

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Handysize, Shipping, Bulk carrier, Ship, Water transport, Courage Investment Group

MAJURO, Marshall Islands, June 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pioneer Marine Inc. and its subsidiaries (OSLO-OTC: PNRM) ("Pioneer Marine," or the "Company").

Key Points: 
  • MAJURO, Marshall Islands, June 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pioneer Marine Inc. and its subsidiaries (OSLO-OTC: PNRM) ("Pioneer Marine," or the "Company").
  • On June 29, 2021, the Board of Directors of Pioneer Marine declared a cash dividend of $0.35 per share of common stock.
  • Pioneer Marine is a leading ship owner and global drybulk handysize transportation service provider.
  • Pioneer Marine currently owns seven Handysize drybulk carriers, charters in one Handysize vessel, and is commercial manager of six Handysize vessels.

Vision Marine Technologies Fast Tracks Commercialization of our E-Motion™ Electric Powertrain with Up to $1.72 Million (CAD) in Grants Secured from the Government of Quebec

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Marine propulsion, Outboard motor, Electric boat, Boat, Water transport, Transport, Propulsion

I am honored and proud of what my team has been able to accomplish in such a short period of time.

Key Points: 
  • I am honored and proud of what my team has been able to accomplish in such a short period of time.
  • Vision Marine will continue to showcase its groundbreaking E-Motion powertrain system utilizing a new integrated outboard system for electric boats at 180 HP, with energy efficiency of 95%.
  • With this milestone achieved, Vision Marine continues to solidify its position as the global market leader and innovator in electric outboard engines.
  • Vision Marine continues to design, innovate, manufacture, and sell our handcrafted, high performance, environmentally friendly, electric recreational power boats to customers.