Somali pirates attacked and attempted to hijack a deep-sea boxship on the 21st of April, resulting in one of the first successful attacks and at sea boarding on a large deep-sea container ship. NATO reported that the HANJIN TIANJIN was attacked … Continued
This video will take your breath away. A terrifying video of the Tsunami as it appeared from a Japanese Coast Guard ship while at sea. There is a brief moment in the video where it almost appears as if the … Continued
The amazing transformation of the ex SS Mormacdraco/American Draco/Beaver State – follow the photos below to see how this ship has been transformed over the years and into the unique arrangement she possess today. As some who live and work … Continued
The 286 piracy incidents, 67 hijacked ships and over 1130 seafarers directly impacted by the continued and increasing piracy problem in the world’s oceans and particularly off the Horn of Africa over the past 12 months has resulted in an “completely unacceptable situation” according … Continued
It’s the end of the line for one of the U.S. flag’s oldest tankers, the Sea Venture. This ship was built in 1972, and apparently was one of the SD-14 design types produced after WW-II to replace the liberty ships. … Continued