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Bollinger Shipyards Names Mark Matta Sr. to Succeed Retiring Houma GM Rich Murphy

LA, United States

HOUMA, La. – (May 20 2026) – Bollinger Shipyards (“Bollinger”), a leading designer and builder of high-performance military and commercial vessels, today announced the retirement of Rich Murphy as Vice President and General Manager of Bollinger Houma Shipyards and the appointment of Mark Matta Sr. as his successor, effective [date]. Houma Shipyards is one of Bollinger’s… Read More

American Waterways Operators Elects Matt Woodruff of Kirby Corporation as Chairman

VA, United States

ARLINGTON, Va., May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The members of the American Waterways Operators, the national tugboat, towboat and barge industry association, elected a new slate of leaders last week during the association’s Spring Convention and Annual Membership Meeting. Matt Woodruff, Vice President – Public & Government Affairs, Kirby Corporation, was elected Chairman of the Board of… Read More

A veteran Panama Canal engineer becomes first woman to lead the interoceanic waterway

Panama

PANAMA CITY (AP) — Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino on Thursday announced the appointment of Ilya Espino de Marotta to a seven-year term leading the Panama Canal starting Oct. 1, the first woman to hold that post. The decision followed a weeks-long review process by the Panama Canal Board of Directors, which considered numerous high-profile candidates. Before Thursday’s appointment,… Read More

The Montreal Port Authority Announces the Appointment of Paul Bird as Chief Executive Officer

Canada

Montreal, May 15, 2026 — The Montreal Port Authority (MPA) today announces the appointment of Mr. Paul Bird as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective June 8, 2026. Mr. Bird most recently served as Chief Commercial Officer of the MPA until March 2026. Mr. Bird’s appointment as President and Chief Executive Officer comes at a… Read More

The Montreal Port Authority Announces the Appointment of Paul Bird as Chief Executive Officer

Canada

MONTREAL, May 15, 2026 /CNW/ – The Montreal Port Authority (MPA) today announces the appointment of Mr. Paul Bird as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective June 8, 2026. Mr. Bird most recently served as Chief Commercial Officer of the MPA until March 2026. Mr. Bird’s appointment as President and Chief Executive Officer comes at a new… Read More

Viking Appoints Leah Talactac CEO and Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results

CA, United States

LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Viking Holdings Ltd (the “Company” or “Viking”) (NYSE: VIK) today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Leah Talactac, President and Chief Financial Officer, as Chief Executive Officer. Torstein Hagen, Chairman and CEO, has been appointed as Executive Chairman and will continue to serve as Chairman of Viking’s Board of Directors…. Read More

Sarah McCoy Named Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of the Virginia Port Authority

VA, United States

NORFOLK, VA – The Virginia Port Authority (VPA) Board of Commissioners today selected Sarah J. McCoy as the next chief executive officer of The Port of Virginia®. She has been serving as interim CEO and executive director since January 2026. The announcement was made by Board Chairman Bill Kirk at a special meeting of the VPA… Read More

Vane Brothers’ Captain Rick Iuliucci Retires as Brendan MacGillivray Named COO

MD, United States

Vane Brothers, a premier Jones Act marine transportation provider, has announced two important developments impacting the company’s operational organization. Captain Rick Iuliucci, Vice President of Operations, is retiring effective July 1, and in a related move, the company is promoting three dynamic maritime professionals into key leadership positions that guarantee continued operational effectiveness. An official… Read More

Sara Fuentes Named as President of Transportation Institute

United States

Sara Fuentes has been announced as the new president of the Transportation Institute (TI), representing U.S.-flag American shipping companies. Fuentes previously served as the organization’s Vice President for Government Affairs and will lead TI’s continued work to advance a strong U.S.-flag merchant marine and a resilient American maritime workforce. “I am honored by the confidence… Read More

ABS Strengthens Government Leadership with Appointment of Rear Admiral Ronald J. Rábago

TX, United States

(HOUSTON) ABS has appointed U.S. Coast Guard Rear Admiral (Retired) Ronald J. Rábago as Senior Vice President of Government Services, further strengthening its leadership in support of government maritime programs worldwide. “Admiral Rábago brings exceptional government and industry experience that will further enhance the support we provide to our government clients in the U.S. and around… Read More

DSC Dredge Welcomes Chris Baldwin as Vice President of Sales and Marketing

LA, United States

On April 1st, DSC Dredge welcomed Chris Baldwin as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Baldwin brings 15 years of experience in the maritime industry, with a strong background in commercial leadership and business growth. Prior to joining DSC, he served as Commercial Director for a harbor tug service provider, where he played a key… Read More

Windward Appoints Ron Kraitsman as Chief Financial Officer as Demand for Maritime AI Grows

WA, United States

LONDON and WASHINGTON, April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Windward, the leading Maritime AI™ company, announced the appointment of Ron Kraitsman as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Kraitsman brings over 25 years of financial leadership experience scaling high-growth SaaS companies and will play a key role in supporting Windward’s continued global expansion across commercial and government markets. Kraitsman joins Windward… Read More

Port of Long Beach Appoints Cesar Larios as Construction Head

CA, United States

The Port of Long Beach has named longtime Port engineer Cesar Larios to lead the Harbor Department’s Construction Management Division. The Construction Management Division, part of the Port’s Engineering Services Bureau, oversees the construction phase of projects from start to finish. Larios joined the Port in August 2006 as a Construction Manager and worked his… Read More

Dredging Contractors of America Elects New Leadership, Highlights Jones Act Importance and Maritime Priorities at Annual Meeting

United States

The Dredging Contractors of America (DCA) held its annual Board of Directors and membership meeting last week in San Diego, bringing together industry leaders to discuss the future of dredging, maritime policy, and national security. DCA members unanimously elected Travis Boone as President of the Board of Directors and Parker McClellan as Senior Vice President…. Read More

PhilaPort Board Selects Rich Lazer as Next Executive Director and CEO

PA, United States

Philadelphia, April 21, 2026 — The Board of Directors of PhilaPort has selected Rich Lazer as the next Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of PhilaPort, ushering in a new chapter for one of America’s fastest-growing ports. Lazer will succeed Jeff Theobald, who announced his retirement in December after a decade of transformative leadership. Lazer is… Read More

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