Maritime Reporter, May 1989

<BODY> <div> Derecktor Receives $7.2-Million To Build Another Army Tug Robert E. Derecktor of Rhode Island, Inc., Middletown, R.I., re- cently received a $7.2-million firm- fixed-price modification exercising an option to a previously awarded contract for the construction of a large tugboat for the U.S. Army. The work is expected to be com- pleted in February 1991. The con- tract was awarded by the Naval Sea Systems Command, Washington, D.C. (N00024-88-C-2136). Wyle Labs Wins $6-Million Navy Pact The Scientific Services & Systems Group of Wyle Laboratories, Hamp- ton, Va., has been awarded a three- year contract valued at over $6 mil- lion by the U.S. Navy's David Tay- lor Research Center in Bethesda, Md. Wyle will automate the center's instrument calibration, repair and inventory operations and develop calibration procedures for complete measurement systems at research facilities in Carderock and Annapol- is, Md. Wyle will also calibrate, repair and maintain the center's cast complement of instruments, computers and measurement sys- tems. Albert L. Bossier Jr. Named 1989 Nimitz Award Winner A.L. Don introduces the 'Next Step' in Debarkation Ladders... a ERIK II A totally synthetic debarkation lad- der. Designed with steps you can replace quickly and easily, right on board the vessel. A specially designed mechanical clamp holds each step in place... No need to unstring... No special tools required. "ERIK II" has successfully undergone drop tests as high as 110' (33.53 meters). Approved by the U.S.C.G. Meets or exceeds SOLAS and IMO standards. Each step easily with- stands loads of 700 lbs. with less than •%" of deflection. Ropes are polypro- dacron with white outer jacket and orange safety core. "ERIK II" is patented, available worldwide, at prices far lower than competitors. Take the 'next step' and call for free literature, technical drawings and quotes. Headquarters: A.L. Don Co. A division of Steelstran Ind. One Don Plaza. Dock Street Matawan, New Jersey 07747 (201) 541-5330 • (201) 541-5335 Telex: 139374 Fax: 201-541-9555 A.L. Don, Southeast Atlantic Cordage Corp. of Florida 3791 NW 25th St. Miami. FL 33142 (305) 635-9980 FAX: (305) 635-9794 A.L. Don, Mid-Atlantic Wm. H. Swan & Sons, Inc. 1330 Azalea Garden Road Norfolk, VA 23502 (804) 855-4711 In Washington, Oregon and California call 1-800-458-5722. SERCK COMO GmbH Heating • Evaporating Condensing • Cooling Fresh Water Generation Betw. 1.5 and 800 tons/day Heavy Fuel Oil Treatment Modules Scoop- Coolers SERCK COMO GmbH Brauhausstr. 21-23 D-2000 Hamburg 70 Telephone (040) 68 28 87-0 Telex 211 782 serck d Telefax (040) 68 28 87 77 Circle 207 on Reader Service Card Circle 243 on Reader Service Card 40 Albert L. Bossier Jr. Albert L. Bossier Jr., chair- man and chief executive officer of Avondale Industries, Inc., has been chosen to receive the 1989 Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz Award given by the Navy League of the United States, a 70,000-member ci- vilian organization dedicated to America's maintaining a strong and viable maritime defense through the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and merchant marine. In announcing the selection, Jack H. Morse, national president of the Navy League, stated: "Mr. Bossier's dynamic leadership, per- sonal commitment, and unyielding dedication to both professional and community excellence during his 32 years with Avondale Industries ex- emplify the very principles on which this nation was founded." Mr. Bossier is the ninth recip- ient of the Nimitz Award, which is presented annually to an individual who has made outstanding contri- butions to U.S. maritime strength and national security. Under Mr. Bossier's leadership, Avondale Industries has pioneered innovative technological advances— such as modular ship assembly— and implemented modernization and cost control programs which have made it possible for military ships and boats to be built at rea- sonable cost. Subs To Be Deactivated By Newport News Under $35-Million Pact Newport News Shipbuilding & Drydock Co., Newport News, Va., recently received a $35-million firm- fixed-price contract to inactivate and defuel two submarines, the USS Skipjack (SSN-585) and the USS Sculpin (SSN-590). The work is ex- pected to be completed by July 1990. The contract was awarded by the Naval Sea Systems Command, Washington, D.C. (N00024-89-C- 2150). Intermarine USA Receives Additional $41.3 Million To Build Minehunter Intermarine USA, Savannah, Ga., recently received a $41.3-million modification definitizing a pre- viously awarded contract to con- struct one coastal minehunter ship (MHC-51). The work is expected to be completed by July 31, 1991. The Naval Sea Systems Command, Washington, D.C., awarded the con- tract (N00024-87-C-2136). Maritime Reporter/Engineering News ATLAS MAXI marine incinerators insure the most economical disposal of solid waste onboard ship. VESTA incinerators come in different si- zes which are capable of handling sludge oil and solid waste of ships ranging from smaller vessels to passenger liners. The incinerators can also be delivered as a fully containerized unit, complete with all necessary connections and ready for operation. THE MOST EFFECTIVE WAY TO COMPLY WITH THE LATEST ENFORCED MARP0L 73/78 REG0LATI0NS. ATLAS MAXI 25 S is the complete solid waste disposal unit, equipped with all the automatic regulating and safety de- vices which are necessary for perfect functioning year after year. 27 Skudehavnsvej, DK-2100 Copenhagen, Denmark Tel.: +45 1 29 12 66, Telex: 19 730, Telefax: +45 1 29 60 90 Circle 267 on Reader Service Card </div> <span id="lblContents"></span> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.digitalwavepublishing.com/" title="Digital Magazine">Digital Wave Publishing</a> </BODY>