Shipper OSG America expands its fleet with BP Products Oct 4, 2008
The Overseas Texas City is the fifth in a series of 10 Jones Act product carriers and two Jones Act shuttle tankers being built at Aker Philadelphia Shipyard, the release said. OSG America (NYSE: OPI), based in Tampa, is a master limited partnership that operates U.S. flag vessels that transport refined petroleum products. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Biden, Palin spar in lively debate Oct 4, 2008
gimpy wrote on Oct 3, 2008 7:16 AM:" Yes, Ms. Palin appealed to "Joe Six-Pack", but so did Bush and look where that got us. I liked how she kept bringing up Obama's voting record on funding the troops, only to have Biden shoot her out of the water when he said that McCain voted exactly the same way on that bill. But if you keep saying the same lie over and over, someone will believe you. There was a lot of room to expound on questions that no one took advantage of, particularly on Biden's vote... (Longview Daily News, WA)
James Earl Jones to get SAG life achievement award Oct 3, 2008
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American Commercial Lines Announces Third Quarter Outlook Sep 16, 2008
The slides will also be posted on the Company's website at American Commercial Lines Inc., headquartered in Jeffersonville, Indiana, is an integrated marine transportation and service company operating in the United States Jones Act trades, with approximately $1 billion in revenues and approximately 3,300 employees as of December 31, 2007. For more information about American Commercial Lines Inc. visit. (PR Newswire)
Houston Personal Injury Law Firm Williams Kherkher Provides Informational Resources for Injured Oil Rig Workers Sep 13, 2008
Under the Jones Act and other maritime laws, workers may be able to recover compensation for their injuries. Unfortunately, the complexity of maritime law and the high-powered legal teams employed by oil companies make it difficult for workers to file lawsuits without the assistance of an experienced oil rig attorney. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
ED MORALES: 110th anniversary of Puerto Rico invasion no cause for celebration Jul 25, 2008
Puerto Ricans were conferred U.S. citizenship as a result of the Jones Act in 1917, just in time for them to be conscripted as soldiers in World War I. Islanders continue to serve with distinction in the armed services despite not having the right to vote for president. Some progress has been made in Puerto Rico's ability to determine its own destiny. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Stocks head to lower open in 1st day of quarter Jul 1, 2008
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Oral Arguments in Metal Trades Case Against Coast Guard Apr 18, 2008
The case involves a challenge by the Philadelphia Metal Trades Council ("Metal Trades Council") and the Metal Trades Department (MTD) to the controversial rulings by the United States Coast Guard that allow Aker Philadelphia Shipyard, Inc. to utilize major ship components from foreign manufacturers in the construction of vessels subject to the Jones Act. The Metal Trades Council and the Department are asking the Court to set aside the Coast Guard's rulings. (PR Newswire)
Air Force tankers fly on borrowed time Mar 24, 2008
At the main entrance to McConnell Air Force Base, a stately KC-135 aerial refueling tanker manufactured more than 50 years ago sits on display as a museum piece, a tribute to the aircraft that was built to be a pillar of military strategy in the early years of the Cold War. But inside the base, the old tanker is hardly a relic. (Chicago Tribune)
Kewanee man wins $4.5 million after barge accident Mar 19, 2008
This is the highest verdict or settlement ever reported to the Cook County Jury Verdict Reporter in Illinois for a Jones Act claim ... The rights of marine workers injured in the course of their employment are governed by laws specific to the maritime industry like the Jones Act, Perconti continued ... The Jones Act is similar to Illinois workers compensation laws in that it provides injured seaman, like James Talbot, with payment of lost wages and medical expenses often referred to as... (Kewanee Star Courier, IL)
American Commercial Lines Names Michael P. Ryan As President and CEO; Company Also Announces 2007 Fourth Quarter and Year-End Results Feb 19, 2008
" Fourth Quarter 2007 Earnings Conference Call American Commercial Lines management will conduct a conference call to discuss the Company's fourth quarter and year-end financial results on Tuesday, February 19, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. eastern time. The telephone numbers to access the ACL Conference Call are: Domestic (866) 362-5158; International (617) 597-5397; and the Participant Passcode is 68092740. The call may also be accessed live on the Company's internet web site at . For those unable to... (PR Newswire)
Rule may shorten cruise ship stops in Alaska Feb 12, 2008
The Passenger Vessel Services Act of 1886 and the Jones Act of 1920 are meant to protect the U.S. passenger vessel trade from foreign competition. The major cruise ship companies fly the flags of countries like the Bahamas, Panama and Bermuda, where they register their ships to avoid paying higher taxes, higher labor costs and other requirements of the U.S.-flagged ships. (Anchorage Daily News)
General Dynamics NASSCO Begins Construction of Second Product Carrier Ship Jan 23, 2008
With a cargo capacity of about 331,000 barrels, the ships are designed to carry petroleum and chemical products in Jones Act trade between U.S. ports. General Dynamics NASSCO employs approximately 4,700 people and is the only major ship construction and repair yard on the West Coast of the United States. (PR Newswire)
Deans, Spurned by All Blacks, Named as First Overseas Coach of Australia Dec 14, 2007
Updated: New York, Dec 14 03:38 London, Dec 14 08:38 Tokyo, Dec 14 17:38. Deans Becomes Australia's First Overseas Rugby Coach (Update1). (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Robbie Deans Appointed as First Overseas Coach of Australia's Rugby Team Dec 14, 2007
com: Australia & New Zealand. Updated: New York, Dec 14 04:04 London, Dec 14 09:04 Tokyo, Dec 14 18:04. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
'No Country' a powerful return to form for Coens Nov 15, 2007
No Country' a powerful return to form for Coens Preview - North County Times - North San Diego and Southwest Riverside County News - NCTimes. Editions of the North County Times Serving San Diego and Riverside Counties. (North County Times)
Solution to Louisiana's coastal erosion half a world away Nov 15, 2007
According to van Heerden, one reason is the Jones Act, a federal law that protects U.S. industry from foreign competition by forbidding use of dredges that are not built in the United States. And in our case, eliminates the potential of getting the dredges we really need, van Heerden said. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Share your thoughts about the Superferry meeting Sep 22, 2007
" ROFLMAO X 2 LOLOCAUSTMolokini [Posted on September 21, 2007 at 9:44 am HST] UDORK THE DARK SIDE NEVER LETS UP THEY JUST CHANGE TACTICS!!!!! MokihanaKAUAI [Posted on September 21, 2007 at 9:40 am HST] Hey, don't beat up on Matson. After all they have a law protecting them (Jones Act) and making them special a class - sure no tax payer money, but who needs it when you have something of a monopoly. HSF's status looks like it was intended to be a special class, at least from Lingle's perspective.... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Cruise ship's site is a real Gem Sep 18, 2007
30-day news archives. " Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Cruise Line is taking a new approach to building up the buzz for its new cruise ship, the Norwegian Gem.The Miami-based cruise line on Monday launched the Web site gemitgirl.com, which the company says is an online site "dedicated exclusively to the company's new 'It Girl,' Norwegian Gem. (Florida Today)
American Commercial Lines Inc. Tightens Grain Contract Terms Sep 13, 2007
Mike Ryan, Senior Vice President Sales ting stated, "We continue to advance our program of running a scheduled service. To do so, we must have the cooperation of shippers to load and release barges on schedule. We have a much higher probability of meeting the expectations of grain shippers if their consignment, loading, and unloading activities are consistent and timely. The elimination of idle barge days at origin and destination is important to ACL as we continue to create the shipping... (PR Newswire)
General Dynamics NASSCO Begins Construction of New Line of Commercial Ships Aug 28, 2007
"Start of construction of a lead ship is the most significant activity for a shipyard," said Frederick J. Harris, president of General Dynamics NASSCO. "As the leading builder of ocean-going Jones Act ships in the nation today, we are ready to build this ship. We have taken a proven ship design and adapted it for efficient construction in this shipyard." In August 2006, NASSCO received a $1 billion contract from U.S. Shipping Partners to build nine ships ... They are designed to carry petroleum... (PR Newswire)
Horizon Lines, Inc. Announces Acquisition of Aero Logistics Aug 23, 2007
Josh Greenberg, Aero's Chairman and President added that, "Aero's service offering is an excellent fit with Horizon, and we look forward to introducing our capabilities to a broader customer base interested in comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions." About Horizon Lines Horizon Lines, Inc. is the nation's leading Jones Act container shipping and integrated logistics company with a fleet of 21 U.S.-flag vessels and service routes linking the continental United States with Alaska,... (PR Newswire)
American Commercial Lines Opens Houston, Texas Headquarters for Its Liquid Transportation Division Aug 14, 2007
Commenting on this event, Michael P. Ryan, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing, stated "The opening of our Liquid Transportation Division in Houston has generated a tremendous amount of positive feedback from our liquid customer base. Establishing a permanent office presence in the marketplace provides us the opportunity to more effectively present our value proposition to our existing and new partners in the petroleum and chemical industries." American Commercial Lines Inc.,... (PR Newswire)
Horizon Lines announces reorganization Aug 14, 2007
Raymond said the organizational change will allow the company to continue to concentrate on its core Jones Act transportation operations while planning for future growth and development of its logistics services. Entrepreneur Case Studies. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Horizon Lines, Inc. Declares Quarterly Dividend Aug 9, 2007
About Horizon Lines Horizon Lines, Inc. is the nation's leading Jones Act container shipping and integrated logistics company with a fleet of 21 U.S.-flag vessels and service routes linking the continental United States with Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, Micronesia and Puerto Rico. A fully integrated service provider of ocean transportation, trucking, terminal and warehousing operations, Horizon Lines also owns Horizon Services Group, an organization with a diversified offering of transportation... (PR Newswire)
Kirby Corporation Announces Record Results for the 2007 Second Quarter Jul 26, 2007
Actual results could differ materially from those anticipated as a result of various factors, including cyclical or other downturns in demand, significant pricing competition, unanticipated additions to industry capacity, changes in the Jones Act or in U.S. maritime policy and practice, fuel costs, interest rates, weather conditions, and timing, magnitude and number of acquisitions made by Kirby. Forward-looking statements are based on currently available information and Kirby assumes no... (PR Newswire)
Jones Act Web Site Launched by Williams Kherkher, A Houston Based Law Firm Jun 14, 2007
The attorneys at Williams Kherkher have launched a web site that discusses the Jones Act and recent events in regards to the Jones Act ... Houston, TX (PRWEB) June 14, 2007 -- Due to the constant use of and assault on the Jones Act, a 1970 law passed by Congress, the law firm of Williams Bailey, based in Houston, Texas, has launched a Web site ... This Web site is intended to serve people all over the world with Jones Act-related news, legal realities, questions and answers and directions in... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Your views: Coming to America Jun 7, 2007
"Where does he get off making a generalized statement like this?I am proud to be an American and I was born and raised in Puerto Rico.I value my American citizenship, and served in the military for 20 years. I met many islanders and Mexicans who not only are proud, but are willing to give up their lives to allow misinformed people like this writer the freedom to say such things.Do not generalize and accuse anyone of not wanting to be an American. Besides, Puerto Ricans were granted American... (Florida Today)
What the rest of the critics thought May 17, 2007
Reviews roundup: My Blueberry Nights. Will Wong Kar Wai be able to work his magic on his first English language film. (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
ACL to Present at Bear Stearns Global Transportation Conference Apr 24, 2007
American Commercial Lines Inc., headquartered in Jeffersonville, Indiana, is an integrated marine transportation and service company operating in the United States Jones Act trades, with annual revenues of more than $940 million as of December 31, 2006. For more information about ACL generally, visit. (PR Newswire)
Letters to the Editor: April 21 Apr 21, 2007
The Jones Act of 1917 made all Puerto Ricans citizens of the United States. Because of its commonwealth status, Puerto Rico does not participate in presidential elections, however, parties send delegates to the nominating conventions and a non-voting commissioner represents the island in the U.S. Congress. (Pensacola News Journal)
American Commercial Lines Inc. Announces Appointment of General Manager for Liquid Transportation Division Apr 20, 2007
Mike Ryan, Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing stated "Dan is the ideal choice to lead our new Houston-based organic growth effort in liquids. His industry experience, credibility and success in developing long-term customer relationships will be a tremendous advantage to ACL as we develop and deliver new transportation options to existing and new customers. This is a great benefit to our Gulf region liquids customers as they will have Dan's expertise available to them in the Houston... (PR Newswire)
American Commercial Lines Accelerates Organic Growth Initiatives; Opens Houston, Texas Headquarters for its Liquids Transportation Division Apr 18, 2007
Commenting on these initiatives, Mark R. Holden, President and CEO, stated, "We are seeing progress on the demand side of our business in winning more freight for our transportation division and in improving our asset utilization. As a result, we are accelerating certain aspects of our strategy to foster organic growth, including: -- Establishing the Headquarters of our liquids transportation division in Houston, Texas. -- Increasing our liquid tank barge capacity by over 15% during 2008 with... (PR Newswire)
A Happy Birthday For The Forbes Beltway Index Apr 12, 2007
As the company acknowledges in its filings, a key to Horizon's business is the Jones Act ... "The Jones Act enjoys broad support from both major political parties," says Horizon in its 2006 annual report. (Forbes)
Let’s stop the exodus of Hawaii’s doctors Apr 7, 2007
Surprisingly, the Jones Act also contributes to the non-viability to the medical practices in the state of Hawaii ... The Hawaii doctors have higher overhead due to the Jones Act, which significantly cuts into their profit margin ... The Jones Act makes it more expensive for all of us to live here, and particularly makes Hawaii a less desirable place for doctors to set up practices. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Tampa Bay Shipbuilding gets orders for barges Mar 8, 2007
Each barge will be connected to a 12,000 horsepower tug boat and will be capable of carrying refined petroleum products as well as crude oil within the U.S. Jones Act market, the release said. The units are scheduled to be delivered from late 2009 through late 2010. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Daily News letters Mar 7, 2007
The federal Jones Act requires American-built vessels from American ports to American ports. Gas fields in Siberia, as well as the Far East, have gas tankers under construction that cost less than U.S. tankers and will operate at lower costs because of substantially lower wages. (Anchorage Daily News)
New shipping method could bring $120 million and jobs Feb 25, 2007
The second hurdle is the U.S. Jones Act, also known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920. The act restricts domestic operators from using foreign-built vessels. (The Standard-Times, MA)
American Commercial Lines Inc. Announces New Three Year Agreement for Shipyard Employees and Teamsters Local 89 Feb 20, 2007
Mark R. Holden, President and CEO stated, "With this agreement, the Company is well underway toward achieving our primary goal of being the "employer of choice" in the local community and positions ACL to recruit and retain the most qualified employees. The agreement is the result of a remarkable cooperative effort to negotiate a contract that benefits both employees and the Company. We wish to thank Fred Zuckerman, President, Teamsters Local 89 and the Bargaining Committee for helping us... (PR Newswire)
First Product Tanker Delivered By Aker Philadelphia Shipyard Feb 11, 2007
"With our first vessel now in operation the second dimension of Aker American Shipping's exciting build and own strategy in the Jones Act is now in place." Eric Smith, Chief Commercial Officer and Head of Government Affairs for OSG America commented, "OSG America is very excited to have taken delivery of the Overseas Houston today. Our relationship with Aker American Shipping is excellent. We use our combined resolve to deliver new Jones Act tonnage to our customers like Shell who will employ... (PR Newswire)
Aker American Shipping ASA and Overseas Shipholding Group, Inc. Announce Agreement in Principle for up to Six Additional Product Tankers Feb 8, 2007
Agreement Signed for Six More Tankers PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 7 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Aker American Shipping ASA and Overseas Shipholding Group, Inc. announced today that they have signed an agreement in principle pursuant to which Aker American Shipping subsidiary, Aker Philadelphia Shipyard, will construct up to six additional Veteran Class MT-46 Jones Act Product Tankers (three fixed plus three options) and transfer them to another subsidiary, American Shipping Corporation, which will... (PR Newswire)
OSG Announces Agreement to Charter Up to Six Additional Jones Act Tankers Feb 8, 2007
NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2007 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Overseas Shipholding Group, Inc. (NYSE: - ), a market leader providing global energy transportation services, today announced that it has signed an agreement in principle pursuant to which Aker Philadelphia Shipyard, a subsidiary of Aker American Shipping ASA, will construct up to six additional Veteran Class MT-46 Jones Act Product Tankers (three fixed plus three options) ... OSG also announced that a time charter agreement has been signed between OSG... (Primezone Releases)
New Union Agreement for Aker Philadelphia Shipyard Feb 3, 2007
In conjunction with affiliated subsidiaries, the state-of-the-art shipyard located on the site of the former Philadelphia Navy Yard is in the midst of a project to build, own, and lease product tankers for the U.S. Jones Act market. Aker American Shipping and Aker Philadelphia Shipyard, Inc. are members of the Norwegian-based Aker family of global companies, industry leaders in the fields of shipbuilding, fishery, and technology-based solutions for customers in oil, gas, energy, and process... (PR Newswire)
American Commercial Lines Inc. Announces Results of the Tender Offer and Consent Solicitation for all Outstanding 9 1/2% Senior Notes due 2015 Jan 31, 2007
American Commercial Lines Inc., headquartered in Jeffersonville, Indiana, is an integrated marine transportation and service company operating in the United States Jones Act trades, with approximately 2,600 employees and revenues of more than $740 million as of December 31, 2005. For more information about ACL generally, visit. (PR Newswire)
Hornbeck Offshore Believes Class Action Lawsuits Without Merit Jan 20, 2007
Important factors that might cause future results to differ from these assumptions, expectations and projections include, but are not limited to, industry risks, changes in capital spending budgets by our customers, oil and natural gas prices, the inability to secure additional upstream contracts for TTB vessels, increases in operating costs, the level of fleet additions by competitors and over-capacity, economic and political risks, weather related risks, the ability to attract and retain... (PR Newswire)
Hornbeck Offshore Lowers Guidance for Fourth Quarter 2006 and Updates Earnings Guidance for Calendar 2006 Jan 11, 2007
In addition, we expect to deliver three 60,000-barrel double- hulled tank barges and four ocean-going tugs during 2007 that will increase the barrel-carrying capacity of our downstream fleet by about 30%," Mr. Hornbeck concluded. Conference Call The Company will conduct a conference call to discuss its revised guidance at 8:30 a.m. Eastern (7:30 a.m. Central) tomorrow, January 11, 2007. To participate in the call, dial (303) 262-2130 and ask for the Hornbeck Offshore call at least 10 minutes... (PR Newswire)
Form and potential: Luczak and Moore dealt cards everyone wanted Jan 9, 2007
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. Linda PearceJanuary 9, 2007. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
