Americas News

Canadian Barge Operator Recognised for Green Tech
McKeil Marine says its fuel-saving initiatives are beneficial for customers and the environment.
29 Nov 2013
Crowley Orders World's First LNG-Powered ConRo Ships
The vessels will be used to transport containers and vehicles to Puerto Rico.
27 Nov 2013
P&I Club Issues Reminder on 2014 California Bunker Rules
West of England P&I reminds members to switch to lower-sulfur fuel in the state's waters starting January 1, 2014.
26 Nov 2013
U.S. Operator Plans LNG Conversion for Six Ferries
Washington State Ferries has submitted its plans for the conversion to the U.S. Coast Guard for approval.
26 Nov 2013
US Shipping Lines Deny Fraudulent Bunker Surcharge Claim
U.S. government says Horizon, Matson added a bunker surcharge to portions of shipments moved by rail.
25 Nov 2013
Huge Bunker Cleanup Operation off Canada Coast
More than 100 divers and salvagers are removing bunker fuel from the ship.
21 Nov 2013
New Jamaican Bunker Supplier Eyes Increased Panama Canal Trade
West Indies Petroleum say they hope Jamaica can realize its potential as the logistics hub of the Caribbean.
21 Nov 2013
Bunkers International Secures Growth Financing
$50 million in senior secured financing comes from Pittsburgh based PNC Bank.
20 Nov 2013
Bunkering Demand Drops for US Supplier
NuStar still increased its revenues thanks to an increased focus on pipeline and storage segments.
19 Nov 2013
Critics: U.S. Military Biofuel Plan "Doesn't Work"
But military says government support could jump-start industry and improve energy security.
18 Nov 2013
Tanker Fleet Investors Bullish on U.S. Energy Exports
Major asset manager, billionaire investors, place bets on product and gas carriers.
18 Nov 2013
Aegean: Environmental Regulations "Exciting" Business Drivers
The company said it expects expanded U.S. margins as ships switch to lower sulfur fuels.
18 Nov 2013
U.S. Shipyard Building "LNG-Ready" Product Tanker
Seabulk Tankers ordered the vessel, which will be Jones Act certified to operate between U.S. ports.
14 Nov 2013
Aegean to Buy Hess' US East Coast Bunkering Business for $30 million
The acquisition marks Aegean's entry into the U.S. supply market.
12 Nov 2013
Brazilian Shipbuilder OSX Files for Bankruptcy
The shipbuilding arm of Eike Batista's conglomerate was dependent on sister company OGX, which has also filed for bankruptcy.
12 Nov 2013
"Very Big" Market Coming for LNG-Fuelled Ships
VP of Crowley division says the fuel creates engineering challenges.
11 Nov 2013
FCS: Unprecedented Size of P3 Alliance Raises Regulatory Concerns
Federal Maritime Commission says P3 is "unique both in size and scope."
11 Nov 2013
U.S. Puts $1.4M Toward LNG Bunker Projects
The funds will help convert a Horizon Lines ship to run on LNG and support a DNV study.
8 Nov 2013
Cruise Operator Reports Big Jump in Profits Despite Rising Bunker Costs
Regent Seven Seas Cruises achieved record revenues in Q3 and boosted its profits 57%.
8 Nov 2013
Horizon Lines Revenue Down as Fuel Surcharges Fall
The U.S. carrier's profits and EBITDA rose as it reduced expenses for charters, crew, and overhead.
6 Nov 2013