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May was a significant month for federal appropriations in Washington, D.C. Three members of the House of Representatives requested earmarks (Community Project Funding) requests that were included in House Energy & Water Appropriations Bill for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The CPF requests for the waterway are highlighted below: Rep. Greg Murphy (NC) – $7.5 million for… Read More
BoatU.S. and a diverse team of marine stakeholder partners drum up continual federal funding to hold off a relentless, naturally occurring phenomenon Breach Inlet is a narrow, shallow tidal waterway near Charleston Harbor passed by seasonal snowbird cruisers heading north or south, as well as local dayboaters and anglers on the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, or… Read More
Crowley VP of Global Government Relations Clay Heil testifies about Jones Act waiver The Jones Act underpins a strong, secure nation by supporting American jobs, U.S. shipbuilding and the supply chains that connect our communities. It ensures our nation’s economic resilience and national security come first, especially when it matters most. The current waiver damages… Read More
CHICAGO, IL – June 1, 2026 – Arcadis, a global leader in intelligence-driven sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets, today announced that LeeAnn Tomas-Foster, Arcadis City Executive for Chicago, was named to the prestigious Crain’s Chicago Notable Leaders list in Architecture, Engineering and Construction. This annual recognition celebrates individuals who… Read More
By Sara Samora The upcoming factory is part of Davie’s $3.5 billion contract with the U.S. Coast Guard to build and deliver five polar icebreaker vessels called Arctic Security Cutters, which was finalized on May 13. Two of the ships will be built at Davie’s affiliate Helsinki Shipyard in Finland, according to the company’s May press release. The… Read More
The collaboration pairs Fleetzero’s marine power and autonomy stack with Thoma-Sea’s shipbuilding scale and Glosten’s vessel design and marine engineering expertise, advancing autonomous vessel solutions for commercial and defense missions. HOUSTON, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Fleetzero, a U.S.-based developer of marine technology, today announced a collaboration with Thoma-Sea Marine Constructors, a leading U.S. shipbuilder, and Glosten, a… Read More
By Hans Buitelaar The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Marine Debris Program in the United States provided a 10 million dollar grant in 2023, for a massive clean-up effort to remove abandoned and derelict vessels from US coastal waterways and the Great Lakes. BoatUS, the association of boat owners, received the funds to start… Read More
HOUSTON – Port Houston, an advocate of the nation’s busiest waterway, the Houston Ship Channel, today announced the appointment of Amy Rister as its Director of State Government Relations. “Amy brings deep experience in the Texas legislative process and a proven record of building strong working relationships to advance complex policy priorities,” said Port Houston… Read More
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Scott as Vice President of Operations and Supply Chain, effective June 1, 2026. His appointment follows a competitive international executive recruitment process. Scott has more than 30 years’ experience working in ports, including across marine terminals, transportation, logistics and industrial operations. Most… Read More
On May 30, the crew of GLDD’s trailing suction hopper dredge Galveston Island demonstrated exceptional teamwork and situational awareness while assisting in a maritime rescue near Sabine Pass. After a nearby vessel intercepted a Mayday call from a disabled boat, the Galveston Island crew helped relay critical information to the U.S. Coast Guard despite challenging radio conditions. With only… Read More
By Benjamin Jensen and Mackenzie Eaglen The United States is in a maritime crisis brought on by generational neglect of the inseparable relationship between economics and sea power. While the nation remains a global trading and naval power, the commercial and industrial base that helps convert economic strength into sea power has declined. Shipyards are unable to… Read More
Manson launched Construction Safety Week 2026 with this year’s theme: “All in Together.” This initiative supports an industry-wide commitment to fostering trust among coworkers, partners, and clients, ensuring that every task is approached collaboratively and safely. The theme centered around three core pillars—Recognize, Respond, and Respect—offering a unified call to action. These principles guide the… Read More
Last week, Manson’s Marketing Team received the Best Digital Media Campaign Award at the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) Seattle’s 2026 Reign Awards for its 2025 National Tradesmen Month campaign in Seattle, WA. The campaign highlighted the skilled men and women who build, maintain, and protect America’s marine infrastructure through a flagship tribute video… Read More
Today we’re announcing that the SailPlan platform — the maritime monitoring technology we built for cruise, naval, and commercial fleet applications — has been acquired by Verret Marine Consulting, LLC. Chad Verret and his team will carry the technology forward, with a focus on predictive maintenance and machinery monitoring across the offshore, LNG, and commercial… Read More
Dare County’s contractor, Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Company, has provided an update on the projected arrival date for the dredge that will be tasked with performing beach nourishment in the unincorporated village of Avon, NC. Avon Beach Nourishment: Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Company has reported that the dredge Liberty Island will arrive in… Read More