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Morgan Fanberg Named Fellow of the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers

WA, United States

We’re thrilled to congratulate our CEO, Morgan Fanberg, for being selected as a SNAME Fellow—a prestigious honor awarded by the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME). This designation recognizes individuals who have made outstanding personal contributions to naval architecture, marine engineering, or ocean engineering. Cheers to Morgan on a truly well-deserved recognition and… Read More

Port of Long Beach Names Monique Lebrun as Chief Harbor Engineer

CA, United States

Monique Lebrun, Director of Program Management, promoted to role The Port of Long Beach has named Monique Lebrun as Senior Director of the Engineering Services Bureau, a position that also carries the title of Chief Harbor Engineer. The Chief Harbor Engineer is in charge of managing and executing the Port’s portfolio of complex engineering projects,… Read More

Orion Group Holding Announces Appointment of Robert Ledford to its Board of Directors

United States

Orion Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ORN) (“Orion” or the “Company”), a leading specialty construction company, today announced the appointment of Robert (Bob) Ledford to its Board of Directors effective November 19, 2025. “Welcoming Bob to our Board is both a professional and personal privilege,” said Travis Boone, President and Chief Executive Officer of Orion. “He brings… Read More

Port of Houston Announces Eric Casey as COO & Parker Harrison as CLO

TX, United States

HOUSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Port Houston, an advocate of the nation’s busiest waterway – Houston Ship Channel – today announced the appointment of two seasoned executives to its leadership team following a nationwide search: Eric Casey as Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Parker Harrison as Incoming Chief Legal Officer (CLO). “I am thrilled Eric and Parker have joined… Read More

Parker Towing Company promotes Zebulon “Zeb” Duco-Moore to Vice President of Operations

AL, United States

We are proud to announce that Zebulon “Zeb” Duco-Moore has been promoted to Vice President of Operations at Parker Towing Company. In this role, Zeb will oversee all river operations, including vessels and crews, maintenance, and navigation. Please join us in congratulating Zeb on this well-deserved promotion. Source

Ports chairman McComas steps down; Paul Cozza appointed new executive director

NC, United States

The chairman of the State Ports Authority Board has stepped down on the heels of the appointment of a new executive director. “It’s time for me to move on,” said Danny McComas on Wednesday. McComas, who leaves with two years remaining on his term, said he didn’t have any additional comments to add about his… Read More

Port of Seattle Hires Christopher Wimsatt as New Chief Financial Officer

WA, United States

The Port of Seattle announced today that Christopher Wimsatt has been selected as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Wimsatt joins the Port after most recently serving as the Assistant Director of Airports for the Sacramento County Airport System. As the new CFO, Wimsatt will oversee the Port’s financial reporting and management of its annual… Read More

Melanie Roberts Appointed Human Resources Director at Port of Los Angeles

CA, United States

The Port of Los Angeles has named Melanie Roberts as its new Human Resources Director. In her new role, Roberts will oversee City employment operations for the Port’s nearly 1,000 employees. “We’re thrilled to have Melanie join our team at the Port of Los Angeles,” said the Port’s Deputy Executive Director of Finance and Administration… Read More

Matson Promotes Three Executives to New Leadership Roles

HI, United States

Vic Angoco Appointed Executive Vice President, Operations Jennifer Tungul Appointed SVP, Alaska Rob Olson Appointed VP, Alaska Operations HONOLULU — Matson has announced that Vic Angoco, senior vice president, Alaska, has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Operations, based at Matson’s new corporate office in Walnut Creek, California. In his new role, Angoco will oversee Matson’s network operations, including West… Read More

Bollinger Shipyards Hires Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard Heath B. Jones as Vice President for Government Relations and Strategic Partnerships

LA, United States

Jones brings more than three decades of maritime leadership and service to America’s shipbuilding industrial base LOCKPORT, La. – Bollinger Shipyards (Bollinger) today announced that Heath B. Jones, retired 14th Master Chief Petty Officer of the U.S. Coast Guard(MCPOCG), has been named Vice President of Government Relations and Strategic Partnerships. In this role, Jones will help sustain… Read More

JAXPORT Appoints Juan Pablo Acosta Magaña as Cargo Sales Director Serving Latin America

FL, United States

Juan Pablo Acosta Magaña joins JAXPORT’s Commercial team as the Director of Cargo Sales for Latin America. In this newly created position, he is responsible for strengthening commercial ties between Jacksonville and containerized cargo customers in South America, Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. He also focuses on cultivating strong relationships and delivering high-level service… Read More

Motiva Announces Retirement of Rose Sink, EVP and CFO; Glenn Carter Named CFO

TX, United States

Motiva Enterprises today announced the retirement of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Rose Sink, effective September 1, 2025. Sink retires after more than 30 years in the energy industry, holding leadership roles in both business operations and financial management. She joined Motiva in 2014 and served as General Manager of Supply & Logistics… Read More

Arcadis’s Jee Mee Kim appointed to ULI New York Advisory Board

NY, United States

Arcadis, a global leader in intelligence-driven sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets, today announced that Jee Mee Kim, New York City Executive for Arcadis, has been appointed to the Urban Land Institute’s (ULI) New York Advisory Board. The ULI New York Advisory Board is a distinguished group of leaders who guide… Read More

Port of New Orleans Appoints Chris Gilmore as Chief Engineering Officer

LA, United States

NEW ORLEANS —The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) today announced the appointment of Chris Gilmore as Chief Engineering Officer, effective immediately. Gilmore previously held the role of Vice President of Engineering & Program Management at Port NOLA where he was instrumental in advancing major infrastructure initiatives and has served as the project leader for… Read More

HII Taps Chewning to Lead Maritime Systems and Corporate Strategy

VA, United States

ARLINGTON, Va., (Aug. 28, 2025) — HII (NYSE: HII) has named Eric Chewning to a new position, executive vice president of maritime systems and corporate strategy, broadening his responsibilities to lead the company’s strategy around maritime and advanced technology development. Chewning’s expanded role advances HII’s years-long strategy to bolster U.S. maritime supremacy by strengthening shipbuilding,… Read More

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