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Blog Posts in December, 2011

Fuel-Carrying Vessel Sinks Offshore Port Arthur, TX

An offshore vessel carrying diesel fuel and lube oil capsized approximately 25 miles southeast of the Sabine Jetties near Port Arthur after striking a submerged object. The United States Coast Guard ...
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Russian Oil Rig Sinks, 4 Confirmed Dead

The Russian oil rig Kolskoye sank early Sunday morning after capsizing amid heavy seas off Russia's east coast. The oil rig had a crew of 67 people and was not operating when it reportedly ...
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General Maritime Corporation Files for Bankruptcy

General Maritime Corp. (GMR) voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy because of macroeconomic weakness and diminished cash flow. GMR reached agreements with key senior lenders to allow financial ...
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Suit Filed on Behalf of Fisherman Injured in Aransas Pass

In Aransas Pass, Texas, a man was fishing when he found his day not going according to plan. The fisherman's vessel became affected by the large wake left behind by a large tanker vessel and was ...
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Houston Towboat Crew Extinguishes Push Boat Galley Fire in Houston Ship Channel

The U.S. Coast Guard recognized the crew of a Houston towboat for meritorious service after they extinguished a galley fire on a push boat. The push boat Sara K was in the upper Houston ship channel ...
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