UK fast track for offshore wind

Source: Maritime Journal News Update
Source Date: 26th Jun, 2008
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Summary:
The Crown Estate, which manages the coastal zones around the UK, identified an initial 11 zones last month as the best sites for a Round 3 next generation of offshore wind farms.

Advanced technology could have prevented sinking--PCG chief

Source: Inquirer.net - Philippines
Source Date: 26th Jun, 2008
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Summary:
In the wake of the M/V Princess of the Stars tragedy, the Philippine Coast Guard has admitted that it has been relying on an antiquated two-way radio system and ubiquitous cellular phones to communicate with ships at sea. The PCG had the chance in 1999 to acquire a Global Maritime Distress and Safety System, which could monitor vessels' route and conditions, but legal problems prevented its use.