CLYDE COASTGUARD COORDINATE RESCUE OF CREW FROM SINKING FISHING VESSEL

CLYDE COASTGUARD COORDINATE RESCUE OF CREW FROM SINKING FISHING VESSEL

London, 13 September/GNN/ --

MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY News Release (Press Notice No: 352) issued
by the Government News Network on 13 September 2005
At 1.45pm Clyde Coastguard were contacted by mobile phone by the skipper of
the fishing vessel Jeniver, reporting they were taking in water and had lost
electric power so could not use their VHF radio. The skipper was only able
to give an estimated position between the Isle of Arran and the Ayrshire
coast and informed the Coastguard that they would have to abandon ship.

Clyde Coastguard scrambled the Royal Naval Rescue Helicopter from Prestwick
and the Troon RNLI lifeboat. Once the rescue helicopter was in the area,
Clyde Coastguard instructed the crew, now in a life raft, to fire a red
parachute flare to help the helicopter locate them in the water. The rescue
helicopter found the life raft and winched the two men on board. The crew
of the helicopter confirmed that the fishing vessel Jeniver had sunk.

Shortly afterwards, the Troon lifeboat was also on scene and managed to
recover the drifting life raft.

The Jeniver was a 30 foot fishing trawler registered in Oban which had been
fishing in the area today with two crew on board. The life raft and the
sinking vessel were located approximately half way between the Island of
Arran and the Ayrshire coast, South West of Troon.

Weather conditions on scene were South Westerly force 7 (near Gale Force)
with a sea swell of between 2 - 3 metres.

Clyde Coastguard Watch Manager Peter Stewart says,

"In this incident the prompt action taken by crew ensured a rapid response when
they realised they were in difficulty and contacted the Coastguard quickly.
This avoided the need for risking life even further by getting into the
water and we are pleased to report a successful outcome for the rescue."

For further information please contact Maritime and Coastguard Agency Press
Office, on: (023) 8032 9401

Press releases and further information about the Agency is available on the
Web at www.mcga.gov.uk

Source: MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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Washington Group International Earns Department of Homeland Security Certification for Anti-Terrorism Services at U.S. Ports

Washington Group International Earns Department of Homeland Security Certification for Anti-Terrorism Services at U.S. Ports

BOISE, Idaho, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Washington Group International (NASDAQ:WGII), a leading international engineering, construction, and management-solutions company, has been certified by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to provide anti-terrorism services for cargo container facilities at ports in the United States.

The certification, granted under the Support for Anti-Terrorism by Fostering Effective Technologies Act (SAFETY Act), places Washington Group services on the approved anti-terrorism technology list for the DHS. It's the first such certification for cargo container operations at ports. Washington Group's services include threat and vulnerability assessment, risk mitigation, feasibility analysis, and design services for cargo container inspection facilities at seaports.

"We have decades of experience formally, thoroughly, and systematically analyzing risks and vulnerabilities at complex high-hazard facilities such as nuclear and chemical plants," said Ambrose L. Schwallie, President of Washington Group's Defense Unit. "We've adapted and are now applying those proven techniques to analyze terrorist threats -- including potential dirty bombs or chemical weapons attacks -- at ports, mass transit systems and other critical infrastructure.

"That, coupled with our extensive experience designing, building, and modifying port facilities, enables us to provide a wide range of services addressing the risk of terrorism at our nation's ports without disrupting operations and the critical flow of commerce."

Washington Group International, Inc. (www.wgint.com) provides the talent, innovation, and proven performance to deliver integrated engineering, construction, and management solutions for businesses and governments worldwide. Combining its existing global leadership position in the elimination of chemical and nuclear weapons with a century-long heritage designing and building power plants, airports, seaports, mass transit systems, and other critical infrastructure around the world, Washington Group is now a leading provider of homeland security services in the U.S. and abroad.

With approximately 25,000 employees at work in more than 30 countries, the company provides professional, scientific, management, and development services in more than two dozen major markets including power generation, transmission and distribution, and clean air solutions; environmental remediation; heavy civil construction; mining; nuclear services; defense, homeland security, and global threat reduction; industrial, gas, chemical, and pharmaceutical processing; manufacturing; facilities operations and management; transportation; and water resources.

Source: Washington Group International

CONTACT: Jack N. Herrmann, +1-803-502-9791, for Washington Group
International

Web site: http://www.wgint.com/

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U.S. Shipping Partners L.P. Completes Acquisition of the M/V Houston

U.S. Shipping Partners L.P. Completes Acquisition of the M/V Houston

EDISON, N.J., Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- U.S. Shipping Partners L.P. (the "Partnership") announced today that it has completed its recently announced acquisition of the motor vessel GUS W. DARNELL for an aggregate purchase price of $25 million. The vessel is a Jones Act coastwise double hulled product tanker, built in 1985, capable of carrying approximately 240,000 barrels. The vessel has been renamed the M/V Houston and is being placed in drydock in Singapore for approximately 35 days. The transaction was financed utilizing available cash and the Partnership's existing credit facilities.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041101/USSPLOGO )

About U.S. Shipping Partners L.P.

U.S. Shipping Partners L.P. is a leading provider of long-haul marine transportation services, principally for refined petroleum products, in the U.S. domestic "coastwise" trade. U.S. Shipping Partners L.P. is also involved in the coastwise transportation of petrochemical and commodity chemical products. For additional information about U.S. Shipping Partners L.P., please visit http://www.usslp.com/.

Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041101/USSPLOGO
Source: U.S. Shipping Partners L.P.

CONTACT: Albert E. Bergeron, Chief Financial Officer of U.S. Shipping
Partners L.P., +1-732-635-1500

Web site: http://www.usslp.com/

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SOLENT COASTGUARD COORDINATE RESCUE OF MAN FROM BURNING YACHT

SOLENT COASTGUARD COORDINATE RESCUE OF MAN FROM BURNING YACHT

London, 12 September/GNN/ --

MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY News Release (DP 1) issued by the Government
News Network on 12 September 2005
At 4.15pm today, Solent Coastguard received several 999 calls reporting
a large explosion and fire on a yacht in Mill Rythe near Hayling Island.
One person had been spotted in the water.

Solent Coastguard immediately scrambled the Coastguard Rescue helicopter
India Juliet from Lee on Solent, Hayling RNLI lifeboat, Hayling Rescue boat,
Chichester Harbour Patrol Launch along with Hayling Coastguard Rescue Team,
Police, Fire Service and Ambulance.

The Coastguard Rescue helicopter once on scene confirmed that the vessel was
fully ablaze and the man seen in the water had apparently been blown into
the water by the explosion. The casualty had been pulled from the water by
Hayling Rescue boat and transferred to a waiting ambulance on shore.

The man recovered from the water is from the Milton Keynes area and was
taken by ambulance under police escort to Queen Alexandria Hospital with
serious injuries.

The vessel was cordoned off by the rescue boats which attended the scene
until the fire was extinguished and it now confirmed that the vessel; a 30
foot sloop yacht called Skua has now sunk.

For further information please contact
Maritime and Coastguard Agency Duty Press Officer on:
Pager 07699 703981 or Mobile 07766 785675
Or during office hours:
Maritime and Coastguard Agency Press Office on: 02380 329401

Press releases and further information about the Agency is available on the
Web at www.mcga.gov.uk

Source: MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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MAN BREAKS ANKLE AFTER JUMPING OFF PIER AFTER FISH

MAN BREAKS ANKLE AFTER JUMPING OFF PIER AFTER FISH

London, 12 September/GNN/ --

MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY News Release (350-05) issued by the Government
News Network on 12 September 2005
At two o'clock this afternoon, Swansea Coastguard received a call from
Ambulance Control reporting a man that had been pulled from the water by
his colleagues after jumping in after a fish.

Mumbles Coastguard rescue team were called out to attend at Swansea West
pier. Upon arriving on scene, they found a twenty six year old local man
with a broken ankle. The Coastguard Rescue team assisted the paramedics
by transporting the man in the Coastguard 4 X 4 half a mile to a waiting
ambulance.

It would appear the man had hooked a large fish and was so intent on not losing
it, he jumped from a height of fifteen foot off the pier. Unfortunately for
him, not realising the depth of water, he ended up with a broken ankle.

Steve Jones, Watch Manager, Swansea Coastguard said:

"Jumping off piers and structures into water for anything, regardless of the
reason is dangerous. Fortunately, this man got away with a broken ankle,
and no other serious injuries. We would advise everyone not to jump from
cliffs, piers or structures."

For further information please contact
Maritime and Coastguard Agency Press Office, on: (023) 8032 9401

Press releases and further information about the Agency is available on the
Web at www.mcga.gov.uk

Source: MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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Horizon Lines Takes Delivery of 900 New 'Reefer Plus' Refrigerated Containers

Horizon Lines Takes Delivery of 900 New 'Reefer Plus' Refrigerated Containers

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Horizon Lines, the leading U.S. domestic ocean carrier announced the deployment of 900 new high-cube "Reefer Plus(SM)" refrigerated containers. The refrigerated containers are part of Horizon Lines' continuing fleet reinvestment program and will be added to the 1,200 new refrigerated containers deployed over the last 18 months. This most recent purchase expands Horizon Lines' reefer capacity in its Alaska, Hawaii, Guam and Puerto Rico tradelanes.

The "Reefer Plus(SM)" refrigerated container program includes several design enhancements developed by the company's commercial and engineering teams. The containers have a new design that includes enhanced insulation and stronger ceilings and floors that improve operating efficiency and durability.

Horizon Lines has made a significant effort developing and integrating heightened container security measures as part of the "Reefer Plus(SM)" program. Each container is equipped with a new style of door lock cam to seal the doors with a high security seal and prevent entry to container without detection. The actual reefer unit itself is bolted into place and wire-sealed to detect unauthorized entry from the front of the container. These advancements make these refrigerated containers more secure and in the best condition to handle the customers' high value inventory.

The "Reefer Plus(SM)" program also includes a detailed pre-trip inspection and cleaning process to ensure all mechanical functions are working properly and the containers are in good condition.

"We are very excited about the new "Reefer Plus(SM)" boxes. Horizon Lines is committed to high standards and quality equipment, and the new refrigerated container fleet reinforces these ideals," said Greg Glova, Director of Refrigerated Cargo for Horizon Lines. "It is imperative that we have the equipment and processes in place to deliver our customers' perishable products with utmost care. We are intent on meeting and exceeding our customer's expectations."

About Horizon Lines

Based in Charlotte, NC, Horizon Lines, LLC is the nation's leading Jones Act container shipping and logistics company, operating 16 U.S.-flag vessels on routes linking the continental United States with Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, and Puerto Rico. Horizon Lines maintains offices throughout the continental United States and operates port terminals in Anchorage, Kodiak and Dutch Harbor, Alaska; Honolulu, Hawaii; and San Juan, Puerto Rico. Horizon Lines also owns Horizon Services Group, an organization with a diversified offering of cargo management and tracking services being marketed to shippers, carriers, and other supply chain participants.

This communication shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.

Source: Horizon Lines, LLC

CONTACT: Barbara Yeninas of BSY Associates, +1-732-817-0400, ext. 16

Web site: http://www.horizonlines.com/

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Navman Unveils New Pocket-Sized iCN 320 Portable Navigation Device

Navman Unveils New Pocket-Sized iCN 320 Portable Navigation Device

Navigation Leader Announces Next Generation Guidance System

FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif., Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Navman, a leading designer and manufacturer of world-class Global Positioning System (GPS), communication and marine products, announced today the expansion of its consumer electronics and automotive personal navigation product line. The new Navman iCN 320 is a pocket-sized guidance system designed to offer truly usable guidance technology to the masses, providing users with a wealth of exciting new convenience and performance features for effective navigation. The Navman device is ready to use out of the box, easy to operate, stylish and the most affordable all-in-one solution on the market.

Equipped with a high-resolution, daylight-viewable display, rechargeable internal battery, and preloaded with detailed street mapping data for the U.S. (American version) and Canada (Canadian version), the iCN 320 eliminates the complexities of competitive systems and provides drivers with the vital information they require to navigate. A high-quality speaker delivers clear turn-by-turn voice instructions for reliable route guidance; large next- maneuver arrows alert the driver to the approach and direction of upcoming turns; a real-time progress bar and distance-to-turn information ensure users take action at the appropriate time; detailed junction maps help drivers make visible associations with their actual surroundings; and user-selectable data such as ETA, speed, current time, time-to-go and total distance can be accessed with the touch of a button. Powered by Navman's latest navigation software, SmartST(TM) 2005, other advanced features of the iCN 320 include enhanced routing algorithms that ensure users travel the most intuitive course; improved speed and accuracy for town, zip code, street, intersection and house number searches; and an extensive Points-of-Interest (POI) database with nearest POI search capability. The iCN 320 requires no set-up and is ready to navigate right out of the box.

"With the recent growth in the portable navigation device market, manufacturers have been rushing to introduce products that are packed with extra features like MP3 players, entertainment centers and communications functionality," said Chris Jensen, vice president and general manager of Navman USA. "While technological convergence is at times appropriate, it is important not to lose sight of the basic reason for having a navigation system. Simply put, the new Navman iCN 320 includes all of the necessary features for high-powered route planning and guidance in a compact, affordable package; not to mention, it's the most powerful, customizable, dependable, and easy to use solution available."

The Navman iCN 320 features an ultra-bright display screen, employs a reliable, integrated flip-up, high-performance GPS antenna, and houses an internal Lithium-Ion battery for operating the unit without external power. Tele Atlas map data for North America is supplied on a single MMC memory card. The iCN 320 comes with a vehicle mounting bracket and 12v car power supply.

Availability:

Navman's iCN 320 is currently available at electronics stores nationwide and competitively priced at U.S. $499.95. For more information on the iCN 320, Navman and its entire GPS product line, contact 866-9NAVMAN (toll-free) or visit http://www.navmanusa.com/.

About Navman:

Navman is a recognized world leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of Global Positioning System (GPS) technology products. Established in 1988, the New Zealand based company provides a diverse range of GPS solutions across wide-ranging industries including marine, personal GPS, fleet management and OEM markets. Satellite navigation technology has been a core technology for Navman's products since inception. The company recognizes the need for applications in transportation, recreation, survey and personal information. Navman New Zealand has received a number of awards, including New Zealand's Supreme Exporter of 2002, and the 2002 HiTech Supreme Award. It is part of Brunswick New Technologies, a unit of U.S.-based Brunswick Corporation. For more information, visit http://www.navman.com/.

About Brunswick:

Headquartered in Lake Forest, Ill., Brunswick Corporation endeavors to instill "Genuine Ingenuity"(TM) in all its leading consumer brands, including Mercury and Mariner outboard engines; Mercury MerCruiser sterndrives and inboard engines; MotorGuide trolling motors; Teignbridge propellers; MotoTron electronic controls; Northstar marine electronics; Navman marine and GPS-based products; IDS dealer management systems; Sea Ray, Bayliner, Maxum, Hatteras, Meridian, Sealine, Bermuda, Ornvik, Quicksilver, Savage and Uttern pleasure boats; Baja high-performance boats; Arvor, Boston Whaler, Palmetto, Sea Boss, Sea Pro and Trophy offshore fishing boats; Crestliner, Lowe, Lund and Princecraft aluminum fishing, deck and pontoon boats; Attwood marine parts and accessories; Land 'N' Sea marine parts and accessories distributor; Life Fitness, Hammer Strength and ParaBody fitness equipment; Brunswick bowling centers, equipment and consumer products; Brunswick billiards tables; and Valley-Dynamo pool, Air Hockey and foosball tables. For more information, visit http://www.brunswick.com/.

Navman, the Navman logo, SmartST and MyPOI are trademarks of Navman. All other product names are registered trademarks of their respective holders.

Source: Navman

CONTACT: Andrew Golden of Golden Public Relations, +1-617-413-6521,
agolden@andrewgolden.com

Web site: http://www.navman.com/
http://www.brunswick.com/

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