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John Raso named director of programs and project management

AK, United States

The Alaska District selected John Raso as Deputy District Engineer for Program Management (DPM) and Chief of the Program and Projects Management Division for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Alaska District in January 2026. In this position he provides oversight of the district’s various programs and activities throughout the state and is responsible… Read More

Port of Seattle Appoints Ryan Calkins as Commission President

WA, United States

Port of Seattle Commissioner Ryan Calkins today officially assumed the role of Commission President for 2026. Under President Calkins’ leadership, the Port will continue its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and economic opportunity for the region, building on years of progress toward a cleaner, more equitable future. “2026 is a critical year for our region as… Read More

Telle, Graham Announce Leadership Change At USACE Little Rock District

AR, United States

WASHINGTON —  Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works Adam Telle and Commanding General of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Lt. Gen. William “Butch” Graham announced today that USACE Little Rock District will soon have new leadership. “We have incredible, patriotic people serving in our Corps of Engineers Districts throughout the nation, including in… Read More

Ports of Indiana names Jacoba as Chief Commercial Officer to lead strategic growth initiatives

IN, United States

INDIANAPOLIS (Jan. 15, 2026) – Ports of Indiana has appointed Brady Jacoba as Chief Commercial Officer to lead its strategic growth efforts. Jacoba brings three decades of expertise in real estate, sales, marketing, and economic development to the state port authority, which manages 2,800 acres of multimodal property across Indiana and generates $8.7 billion annually… Read More

Kevin E. Lunday is sworn in as the 28th Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard

DC, United States

WASHINGTON – The United States Coast Guard held a formal swearing-in and assumption of command ceremony today for Adm. Kevin Lunday as the 28th Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard during an event at Coast Guard Headquarters. Secretary Kristi Noem joined senior Coast Guard leadership, members of the Joint Force and distinguished guests in recognizing the transition… Read More

Young Brothers Appoints Steen Christensen as President

HI, United States

Young Brothers, LLC, Hawai‘i’s trusted interisland freight company, announced the appointment of experienced logistics executive Steen Christensen as President, effective January 13, 2026. Christensen, who has four decades of experience in every sector of the logistics value chain, was selected following a comprehensive executive search by Young Brothers’ Board of Directors. Christensen succeeds Frank Almaraz,… Read More

Shipbuilders Council of America Announces New Board of Directors Leadership

WA, United States

Taking the Helm Are New Chair, David Carver, President of General Dynamics NASSCO, and Vice Chair, Garrett Rice, President of Master Boat Builders  WASHINGTON – The Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA), the national association representing the U.S. shipbuilding, maintenance and repair industry, today announced its new Board of Directors leadership David Carver, President of General Dynamics NASSCO,… Read More

The Pasha Group Appoints Cary Davis to Lead Advocacy and Corporate Communications

CA, United States

The Pasha Group, a leader in integrated global logistics and maritime services, today announced that Cary Davis has joined the company as Vice President of Government Affairs to lead advocacy and corporate communications. In this role, Davis will oversee federal, state, and local government relations; industry and stakeholder engagement; media relations; and strategic communications in… Read More

Port Authority CEO Announces New Chief Operating, Engineering Officers

AL, United States

MOBILE, Ala. — As the Alabama Port Authority looks ahead to 2026, the Port today announced two senior leadership appointments designed to strengthen operational execution and support delivery of its historic capital investment program. Both appointments take effect early in the new year. The appointments enhance the Port’s executive capacity in two critical areas—operations and… Read More

New Crowley Business Structure Accelerates Growth with Fowler and Fencil as Division Presidents

FL, United States

Strategic consolidation positions company to scale operations serving shipping, logistics and energy Key Facts: James Fowler is named executive vice president and division president, Shipping and Logistics. Kollin Fencil is named executive vice president and division president, Energy. Business lines are consolidated in unified divisions for streamlined operations and customer value. Crowley announced today a… Read More

Maersk names Ditlev Blicher as new Regional President for North America

NC, United States

Charlotte, N.C. — Integrated logistics company A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ditlev Blicher as the new Regional President for North America, effective Jan. 1, 2026. Blicher assumes the role after most recently serving as the company’s Regional President for Asia Pacific since 2023. A logistics industry veteran, Blicher joined… Read More

Oceaneering Appoints Michael Sumruld as CFO

TX, United States

HOUSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Oceaneering International, Inc. (NYSE: OII) (“Oceaneering”) today announced that Michael W. Sumruld will be appointed Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer effective January 1, 2026. He succeeds Alan R. Curtis, who will retire from his role on the same date. Mr. Curtis will continue to assist in an advisory capacity to ensure a… Read More

Senate Confirms Maritime Administrator, FMC Commissioner, and Surface Transportation Board Nominee

United States

The Senate has adjourned for the year, finishing some (but not all) of its transportation-related nominations work. Last night, the Senate confirmed a large en bloc package of 97 nominees that included the following transportation-related nominees: Stephen Carmel, to be Administrator of the Maritime Administration. Laura DiBella, to be a Federal Maritime Commissioner for a… Read More

US Senators Young, Baldwin Lead Effort to Revitalize Great Lakes Shipbuilding

WA, United States

U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) led a group of their colleagues in calling on President Donald Trump to ensure that implementation of his Executive Order “Restoring America’s Shipbuilding Dominance” strengthens and revitalizes the Great Lakes shipbuilding industry. Specifically, the senators are calling on the Trump Administration to establish Maritime Prosperity Zones… Read More

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chicago District Deputy Commander Promoted to Lieutenant Colonel

IL, United States

Chicago, Ill. — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Chicago District celebrated the promotion of Major Henry G. Harpen to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel during a ceremony held Monday, Nov. 10, 2025, at district headquarters. The event was officiated by Colonel Kenneth P. Rockwell, Commander of the Chicago District, with LTC Harpen’s wife… Read More

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