Stories for October 2nd 2005

Sunday, October 2nd 2005 - 21:00 UTC

Survivors of sunken poached longliner begin legal demand

Former crewmembers and relatives of victims and disappeared in the tragic sinking of longliner “Amur” in October 2000, are demanding former Punta Arenas Port Marine Officer for having allowed the vessel to leave in spite of its alleged poor safety and sailing conditions reports the local press.

Sunday, October 2nd 2005 - 21:00 UTC

Harpoon missiles for Chilean Navy new frigates

United States Defence Department approved the sale of twenty “Harpoon” missiles as well as associated equipment and services, which will help improve the capability and flexibility of Chilean Navy frigates purchased to the Netherlands.

Sunday, October 2nd 2005 - 21:00 UTC

Effect of oceans on climate variability and maritime safety

The head of the United Nations weather agency has called for greater participation by and aid for developing countries in addressing the effect of the oceans on climate and weather variability and with regard to maritime safety and meteorological services.

Sunday, October 2nd 2005 - 21:00 UTC

Ushuaia cruise season expects 100.000 visitors

Chilean flagged “Mare Australis” with 80 passengers officially inaugurated this week the Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego 2005/06 cruise season which this summer is scheduled to receive 310 calls and over 100,000 visitors.