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(NEW YORK) The ABS Board of Directors has elected John McDonald as the new Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of ABS at a board meeting on November 11. In the culmination of a well-planned succession process, McDonald, the serving ABS President and Chief Operating Officer, will take over on January 1, 2026, when present ABS Chairman… Read More
Please join us in congratulating Hillary Franke, our Director of Coastal Operations, on her election to the national Board of Directors of WIMOs (Women in Maritime Operations). WIMOs is an organization dedicated to promoting and supporting women across all areas of the maritime industry, fostering leadership, mentorship, and professional growth. This position is a significant… Read More
By Jack Burke, Senior Editor, Compressor Tech2 Will serve eastern U.S. and Caribbean Accelleron North America has named Dave Otto as territory sales manager, overseeing service sales across the eastern United States and the Caribbean. In his new role, Otto will focus on strengthening customer relationships and supporting operations in the power production, cruise, shipping,… Read More
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — HII (NYSE: HII) announced today that Tim Taylor has been appointed vice president of engineering, technology and design at its Newport News Shipbuilding division. Taylor, a U.S. Navy veteran, has served NNS for 29 years in positions of increasing responsibility, including work control, submarine ship’s safety and sea trial coordination. He… Read More
ALEXANDRIA, VA—The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) today announced Michele Stanley as the association’s new President & CEO. Stanley has been with the association for over ten years, serving in various roles in government affairs, most recently as Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy Officer. During her tenure, she helped grow the association… Read More
Welcome aboard to our new President, Nathan Hough. With an accomplished background of maritime transportation, Nathan brings the kind of steady leadership that moves teams forward. Source
ADK Consulting & Executive Search has helped to recruit Chris Wimsatt as the new CFO of the Port of Seattle. Rod Dinger led the assignment. “The Port of Seattle’s success as an economic engine and job creator is tied directly to our financial management,” said Port of Seattle executive director Steve Metruck. “Chris’s experience in aviation, general purpose government, and… Read More
(HOUSTON) ABS has appointed David Wechsler, a founding partner of the firm that became Hitachi Consulting, as the new Chief Executive Officer for ABS Group. Wechsler has a distinguished 35-year career in management consulting leadership positions across manufacturing, consumer products, sustainable energy, automotive, technology and services industries. He has grown multiple consulting practices, demonstrating expertise in… Read More
Burger Boat Company today announced the promotion of Ron Cleveringa to Senior Vice President – Product Portfolio Management, reporting to Rich Thompson, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer. As part of Burger’s ongoing reimagining of its business and brand, the company is strengthening its focus on three key customer-facing functions — sales & business development, marketing,… Read More
The returning appointees have long tenures on the Board. Gov. Ron DeSantis has appointed or reappointed five members to the Tampa Port Authority Governing Board. DeSantis has reappointed members Chad Harrod, the current Board Chair; Ted Connor, the Vice Chair; and Patrick Allman, the Secretary. He has appointed two others to fill vacancies: Christopher Carrere and Mark Kaplan. Carrere is a yacht broker for Galati Yacht sales. He… Read More
By Peter Bowe, Publisher, DredgeWire Publisher DredgeWire notes with sadness the passing of Charles D. “Charlie” Little, who spent nearly half a century working for Ellicott Dredges’ predecessor, Ellicott Machine Corp. He passed away on October 9 at age 93. Charlie had a very distinguished career, rising to the position of General Manager of Ellicott’s… Read More
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has appointed Dale S. Revelle to the Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA). Revelle was sworn in during the October board meeting and will serve a five-year term, succeeding Walter J. Leger Jr. as one of four Orleans Parish representatives on the seven-member regional board. “Dale… Read More
Victoria, BC – October 14, 2025 – Helm Operations, the leading provider of maritime operations and crew management software, today announced a key leadership transition as James Wadsworth assumes the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Nolan Barclay, Helm’s first employee and most recent CEO, will continue to support the company as Chairman. Wadsworth brings… Read More
NEW ORLEANS — The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) has appointed Adam Laurie as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Laurie, a New Orleans area native, brings an accomplished background encompassing military service, financial expertise, and revenue growth strategy. Laurie’s career has spanned leadership roles in financial planning, strategic finance, and executive management: Macquarie… Read More
Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE:VMC), the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates, announced that its Board of Directors has named Ronnie Pruitt Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2026. At that time, he will also join the company’s Board of Directors. The company’s current Chairman and CEO, Tom Hill, will transition to the role of Executive… Read More