Philly Shipyard: NSMV training ships will be a loss maker

No doubt about it, the contract to build the National Security Multi-Mission Vessel (NSMV) training ships was a life-saver for Philly Shipyard when it was awarded in April 2020. At that time, the shipyard’s newbuild order book was empty. Today, things are very different.

According to its just released results for the third quarter and first nine months of 2023, at September 30, 2023, Philly Shipyard had an order backlog of $1,793.7 million, with eight ships on its order book: four NSMV training...

https://www.marinelog.com/shipbuilding/shipyards/shipyard-news/philly-shipyard-nsmv-training-ships-will-be-a-loss-maker/

How Training Ships Are Changing To Make Better Seafarers?

According to a Ship Technology article, training ships have provided an opportunity for cadets to gain the skills they need for more than 150 years. With two significant contracts for a new fleet of training ships awarded, it seems they’re here to stay for years to come. Here is a look at how technology has revolutionized the training vessel, and how training standards must now catch up.

Wärtsilä’s LNG bunkering simulator. Credit: Wärtsilä.
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The Covid-19 pandemic has had a significant impact...

https://mfame.guru/how-training-ships-are-changing-to-make-better-seafarers/

Tote named manager for building new maritime training ships

The National Security Multi-Mission Vessel will replace aging ships at state maritime academies. SUNY Maritime rendering

Tote Services Inc., Jacksonville, Fla., has been selected by the U.S. Maritime Administration to serve as vessel construction manager for the new class of maritime training ships.

“The U.S. shipbuilding industry is vital to America’s economic strength and security,” said Marad Administrator Mark Buzby in announcing the decision Tuesday. “The selection of Tote Services to work with a U.S. shipyard to deliver this class of vessels is an investment in our nation’s vital maritime infrastructure and...

https://www.workboat.com/news/shipbuilding/tote-named-manager-for-building-new-maritime-training-ships/