Liberian Registry

Liberian Registry appoints new Senior Vice President

Liberian Registry, one of the world’s largest ship registries, announced the appointment of Kyle Hurst as Senior Vice President of Fleet Communications and Technology.

With over 30 years of experience in the maritime industry, Kyle Hurst has dedicated his career to the development, implementation, and management of vessel and satellite communication systems.

He will oversee fleet satellite systems, the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS), and other critical communication...

https://container-news.com/liberian-registry-appoints-new-senior-vice-president/

Liberian Registry names new Vice President of Technical at Miami office

The Liberian ship registry announced the appointment of Frank H. Marmol as Vice President of Technical at its Miami office, effective January 2025.

Bringing over 30 years of experience in the international maritime industry, Marmol is expected to add extensive expertise to the organization.

Throughout his career, Marmol has held key leadership positions, including Executive Director, Chief Technical Inspector, Technical Manager, Principal and Senior Surveyor, IRCA Registered Lead Maritime...

https://container-news.com/liberian-registry-vice-president-technical-miami/

Liberian and Korean registries grant AiP to SHI for wind-powered LNG carrier design

The Liberian Registry, the world’s largest ship registry, and the Korean Register (KR) awarded Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) Approval in Principle (AiP) on 19 November for the basic design of an LNG carrier equipped with wing sails.

This eco-friendly auxiliary propulsion system generates thrust by creating lift through a pressure difference across the upper and lower sections of the wing-like sail structure.

Moreover, the newly certified LNG carrier improves propulsion efficiency by...

https://container-news.com/liberian-and-korean-registries-grant-aip-to-shi-for-wind-powered-lng-carrier-design/

Samsung Heavy wins AiP for LNG carrier with wing sails

The Liberian Registry, the world’s largest registry, and the Korean Register (KR) have granted Approval in Principle (AiP) to Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) for the basic design of a wing sail-equipped LNG carrier. The wing sail, an eco-friendly auxiliary propulsion system, generates thrust through lift created by the pressure difference between the upper and lower sections of its wing structure, resembling the form of a sail.

In addition to the wing sail, the design features a forward bridge...

https://www.marinelog.com/news/samsung-heavy-wins-aip-for-lng-carrier-with-wing-sails/

Liberia and China strengthen ties with renewed agreement

The Liberian Registry, the largest ship registry in the world, announced the renewal of a historic maritime agreement between the People’s Republic of China and the Republic of Liberia.

This renewed partnership aims to strengthen relations between the two governments and offer substantial benefits to vessels flying the Liberian flag.

The agreement was signed by Neto Zarzar Lighe Sr., Commissioner of the Liberia Maritime Authority, and Li Xiaopeng, Minister of Transport of the People’s Republic of...

https://container-news.com/liberia-and-china-strengthen-ties-with-renewed-agreement/

Liberian Registry launches RISC platform

Alfonso Castillero, CEO of the Liberian International Ship & Corporate Registry (LISCR), the world’s largest ship registry, delivered the opening remarks at the launch of the Registry Information Sharing Compact (RISC) database.

This innovative platform, developed through a sovereign decision by Member States and reputable flag administrations, is designed to keep flag registries informed and updated on vessels’ histories and any sanctions-related concerns.

The joint press conference, held in...

https://container-news.com/liberian-registry-launches-risc-platform/

Liberian Registry appoints new VP of Port State Control Affairs

The Liberian Registry, one of the world’s largest shipping registries, welcomes Commander Norm Witt (retired from the U.S. Coast Guard) as Vice President of Port State Control Affairs.

“I’m excited to be in a position where I can leverage my previous Coast Guard experience in helping clients achieve high levels of regulatory compliance, which in turn minimizes shipping delays and enhances overall safety. Improving our safety performance on a continuous basis is a priority for everyone,” stated...

https://container-news.com/liberian-registry-appoints-new-vp-of-port-state-control-affairs/

Liberian Registry names Norm Witt VP of port state control affairs

The Liberian Registry has named Commander Norm Witt (USCG, retired) its vice president, port state control affairs.

In this role, Witt will be responsible for coordinating and building professional relationships with various PSC (port state control) entities including the United States Coast Guard to better support the registry’s clients. Through this position, Witt can assist ship owners and operators through inspections or other obstacles they might face.

“I’m excited to be in a position where...

https://www.marinelog.com/legal/compliance/liberian-registry-names-norm-witt-vp-of-port-state-control-affairs/

Liberian Registry earns QUALSHIP 21 for 2024-2025

The Liberian Registry, recognized as the world’s largest shipping registry, has once again qualified for the QUALSHIP 21 (QS21) program for 2024-2025 as awarded by the United States Coast Guard (USCG).

This acknowledgment highlights the Registry’s steadfast dedication to maintaining exceptional standards within the maritime sector.

The QS21 initiative recognizes both vessels and flag administrations that consistently adhere to rigorous safety and quality protocols while navigating through and...

https://container-news.com/liberian-registry-earns-qualship-21-for-2024-2025/

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