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Port of New Orleans Names Adam Laurie as Chief Financial Officer

LA, United States

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 Appoints Ronnie Pruitt as CEO

AL, United States

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

Rhenus Group Appoints Peter Nordstrom as CEO

United States

The Rhenus Group has appointed Peter Nordstrom as Chief Executive Officer for its Air & Ocean division in North America. He will now oversee regional operations and align with the company’s global strategic vision. With a proven track record of more than 25 years of international experience in the freight forwarding, logistics, and supply chain… Read More

Trump nominates pair for Federal Maritime Commission

United States

President Trump has nominated Florida’s former Secretary of Commerce and the head of that state’s public-private investment program to fill the pair of commissioner vacancies at the Federal Maritime Commission. Laura DiBella, currently a government affairs advisor with Tallahassee law firm Adams and Reese, was nominated to succeed former FMC Chairman Louis Sola for a… Read More

HII Names Roger Kelly as Vice President of Contracts and Pricing at Newport News Shipbuilding

VA, United States

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — HII (NYSE: HII) announced today that Roger Kelly has been promoted to vice president of contracts and pricing at its Newport News Shipbuilding division. Kelly succeeds Matt Mulherin Jr., who has been appointed vice president of supply chain and strategic sourcing at NNS. Kelly will have overall responsibility for contracts, pricing,… Read More

SC Ports Appoints Mallace as President and CEO

SC, United States

CHARLESTON, SC — The South Carolina Port Authority’s Board of Directors announced Micah Mallace as the agency’s next President and CEO. The vote was unanimous. Mallace assumes leadership of SC Ports after a long and distinguished career in the maritime and logistics industry, including a previous tenure with SC Ports from 2011-2022 where he served… Read More

Burger Boat Company Announces Completion of Strategic Leadership Transition and Executive Appointments

WI, United States

Manitowoc, WI – Burger Boat Company, a leader in shipbuilding design, engineering, and construction, proudly announces completion of a significant transition in its leadership team that positions the company for meaningful growth across its New Construction Yacht, Commercial Vessel, Military Vessel, and Refit/Repair segments. After over three decades of hands-on leadership, and more than fifteen years… Read More

IRPT Leadership Transition; Lucy Fletcher Named President

WI, United States

IRPT Leadership Transition Inland Rivers, Ports & Terminals Association Announces Leadership Transition, Embarking on a New Chapter of “Navigating What’s Next” Milwaukee, WI: Inland Rivers, Ports & Terminals Association (IRPT) is proud to announce a transition in leadership as the organization continues its mission of advancing the nation’s inland river transportation system. Guided by the… Read More

Huntsville Center welcomes new commander, Col. Robert Hilliard

AL, United States

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. – The U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville welcomed incoming commander, Col. Robert Hilliard, while bidding farewell to Col. Sebastien Joly during the Oct. 2 change of command ceremony at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center’s Davidson Center for Space Exploration, 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, Alabama. The Deputy Commanding General for… Read More

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

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