APMA Blog Feeds
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2/3/2016: Zika virus precautions – MSIB published
Maritime CommonsWednesday, February 3, 2016 - 2:51 PM
The Coast Guard published Marine Safety Information Bulletin 01-16, or MSIB 01-16, to provide updates on the risks associated with the Zika virus. [ Read Full Article ]
2/3/2016: Congressional testimony – Status of Coast Guard cutter acquisition programs
Maritime CommonsWednesday, February 3, 2016 - 2:11 PM
Rear Adm. Joseph Vojvodich, assistant commandant for acquisition and chief acquisition officer, provided testimony on the status of Coast Guard acquisition programs, recapitalization efforts and recent acquisition successes. [ Read Full Article ]
2/3/2016: Collection of information under review by the Office of Management and Budget – Report of marine casualty and chemical testing of commercial vessel personnel
Maritime CommonsWednesday, February 3, 2016 - 2:09 PM
The Coast Guard seeks comment on the report of marine casualty and chemical testing of commercial vessel personnel. [ Read Full Article ]
2/3/2016: Collection of information under review by the Office of Management and Budget – Welding and hot work permits
Maritime CommonsWednesday, February 3, 2016 - 2:07 PM
The Coast Guard seeks comment on welding and hot work permits and the posting of warning signs. [ Read Full Article ]
2/3/2016: Collection of information under review by the Office of Management and Budget – Enhanced maritime domain awareness via electronic transmission of vessel data
Maritime CommonsWednesday, February 3, 2016 - 2:04 PM
The Coast Guard seeks comment on enhanced maritime domain awareness via electronic transmission of vessel transit data to ensure port safety and security and an uninterrupted flow of commerce. [ Read Full Article ]
Bryant’s Maritime Blog – 3 February 2016
Bryant's Maritime ConsultingWednesday, February 3, 2016 - 3:13 AM
Headlines:
New Orleans – one ship, two allisions;
Lower Mississippi – 35-barge breakaway;
Coos Bay – channel reopened;
BSEE & USCG – floating OCS facilities;
APHIS – marine mammals in captivity;
Louisiana – foreign-trade zone application;
House – Coast Guard Authorization Act; and
Hong [ Read Full Article ]
Bryant’s Maritime Blog – 2 February 2016
Bryant's Maritime ConsultingTuesday, February 2, 2016 - 6:40 AM
Headlines:
MARAD – US-flag launch barges;
USCG – awards for excellence in maritime security;
USCG – cyber risk discussions;
FMC – Supply Chain Innovation Teams to be formed;
WHO – Zika virus recommendations; and
Ground Hog’s Day – 2 February 2016.
February 2, 2016
Bryant’s Maritime Blog [ Read Full Article ]
2/1/2016: Cyber risk discussions with Coast Guard inspectors
Maritime CommonsMonday, February 1, 2016 - 9:00 AM
Assistant Commandant for Prevention Policy addresses concern from member of industry about cyber discussions during Coast Guard facility inspections. [ Read Full Article ]
Bryant’s Maritime Blog – 1 February 2016
Bryant's Maritime ConsultingMonday, February 1, 2016 - 5:56 AM
Headlines:
Coos Bay – limitations on deep-draft vessels;
Juneau – sunken tug to be removed;
USCG – LNG technical training for Panama;
USCG – IMO Maritime Ambassadors;
NTSB – seeking marine accident investigator;
DOJ – US Navy officer sentenced to 40 months in prison;
DOJ – US Navy officer [ Read Full Article ]
1/29/2016: Solicitation for the Rear Admiral Richard E. Bennis Award for excellence in maritime security
Maritime CommonsFriday, January 29, 2016 - 5:18 PM
The Coast Guard extended its solicitation period for nominations for the Rear Admiral Richard E. Bennis Awards for excellence in maritime security. [ Read Full Article ]