Curtas do Bryant´s

Joint Investigation – announcement of sixth session

The US Coast Guard and the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, Regulation, and Enforcement (BOEMRE) issued a notice stating that the sixth public session of their Joint Investigation will be held in Houston on December 7-9. The Joint Investigation is examining the circumstances surrounding the explosion, fire, pollution, and sinking of the MODU Deepwater Horizon with multiple loss of life in the Gulf of Mexico on April 20, 2010. (11/30/10).

Indian Ocean – use of BMP helps three ships evade pirates

The EU NAVFOR issued a press release stating that three merchant vessels were able to evade attacks by pirates in the Indian Ocean through use of Best Management Practices (BMP). (11/29/10).

India – development of major ports

The Indian Ministry of Shipping issued a press release stating that Major Ports of India have formulated perspective/business plans to facilitate transformation of these ports into world-class facilities suited to the requirements of the future economy of India. Steps have been taken to improve the productivity and efficiency of Major Ports, including construction of new berths and terminals, replacement of old cargo-handling equipment, and deepening of channels. (11/30/10). Fonte: Dennis Bryant.