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DSC Leadership Has Fun Taking a Pie-in-the-Face while Promoting Safety Culture

LA, United States

RESERVE, LOUISIANA –  In 2018, the family-owned USA based custom dredge manufacturer, DSC Dredge, found themselves walking the same tightrope as most in the manufacturing industry.  As projects increased work hours amplified and it was inevitable that their in-house safety team would be challenged to keep up with the new pace. “Safety has always been… Read More

Woolpert Acquires eTrac Inc., a Vessel-Based Hydrographic Survey Firm Headquartered in California

CA , OH, United States

This merger combines complementary marine technology products and services to better serve U.S. and international clients with integrated capabilities. DAYTON, Ohio (Feb. 3, 2022) — Woolpert has acquired eTrac Inc., a vessel-based hydrographic survey and marine technology firm that conducts custom and integrated marine services for projects across the U.S. and its territories. These services include… Read More

Martin Central Sand takes possession of a DSC Marlin Class Dredge

KS, United States

Martin’s Central Sand has been in the sand and aggregate production business for over 30 years. In 2021, they took possession of a DSC Marlin Class Dredge that needed a little TLC. As the third owners of the dredge, Breyer Martin and his team immediately reached out to DSC to partner in the task of… Read More

Gulf Marine Repair becomes Green Marine participant

FL, United States

Hendry Marine Industries’ Gulf Marine Repair in Tampa, Fla., has become the first U.S. Gulf Coast shipyard to become a participant in Green Marine, the largest voluntary environmental certification program for North America’s maritime industry. “We’re so pleased to welcome Hendry’s Gulf Marine Repair as both a Florida and U.S. Gulf Coast first in terms… Read More

Heddle Shipyards fully booked for the winter

Canada

All three of Canadian shipbuilder Heddle Shipyards’ Ontario Shipyards are fully booked for the 2022 winter works season. The company says that, despite a new wave of pandemic restrictions and supply chain challenges, it continues to forge ahead with another busy winter, making “excellent progress” at the Port Weller Dry Docks on the CCGS Amundsen… Read More

Huntington Ingalls Appoints Chris Kastner as CEO

VA, United States

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Jan. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE:HII) announced Thursday its board of directors elected Chief Operating Officer Chris Kastner to become HII president and chief executive officer, consistent with the company’s succession plan. The board also elected president and CEO Mike Petters to become executive vice chairman of the… Read More

Kirby CEO sees “very favorable” outlook for 2022

TX, United States

“Looking forward into 2022, the outlook for marine transportation and distribution and services is very favorable, and we expect material growth in earnings during the year,” said David Grzebinski, president and CEO of Houston-headquartered tank barge giant Kirby Corporation (NYSE: KEX), as the company reported its financial results for the period ended December 31, 2021…. Read More

An Interview with Dr. Travis Courtney – Marine Chemist and PLOS Author

Puerto Rico , United States

Here, we chat with Dr. Travis Courtney about his newest publication in PLOS ONE, his exciting research on coral reefs, and his thoughts on equity and openness in science. Dr. Courtney at Red Rock Canyon National Recreation Area. Photo by Lark Starkey. Travis Courtney (he/him/his) grew up in the coastal city of Wilmington, North Carolina,… Read More

Richard McCreary named president of Gulf Marine Repair

FL, United States

Family-owned Hendry Marine Industries has appointed Richard McCreary as president of its Gulf Marine Repair shipyard in Tampa, Fla., effective January 31. McCreary comes to Gulf Marine Repair from Vigor Works, LLC, where he was vice president of business development responsible for developing commercial relationships and providing market analysis in the ship repair and fabrication… Read More

Orion Group Holdings, Inc. Announces Board of Director Changes

TX, United States

New Director Appointed; One Director Announces Retirement HOUSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jan. 25, 2022– Orion Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ORN) (the “Company”) a leading specialty construction company, today announced the appointment of Quentin P. Smith, Jr. to the Board of Directors, as well as the retirement of Richard L. Daerr, Jr. as a board member. The Board’s appointment… Read More

Newport News names Malyszko VP of plant ops

VA, United States

Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE: HII) reports that Karey Malyszko has been promoted to vice president of plant operations at its Newport News Shipbuilding division. She succeeds Dru Branche who retired in December. Effective immediately, Malyszko assumes overall responsibility for waterfront support services, facilities, environmental health and safety, and security. She reports to Jennifer Boykin, president… Read More

Longtime mariner talks career milestones, diversity, and more

LA, United States

As Marine Log continues to meet and bring to you interesting and notable members of maritime, we want you to meet Willie Tuggle III. Tuggle, owner and operator of A-Y2K Marine Survey of New Orleans, La., has worked in the maritime industry for more than 40 years. With some bumps in the road along the… Read More

Crowley Promotes Coulston Van Gundy to Vice President of Construction and Engineering

FL, United States

Crowley has appointed Coulston Van Gundy as vice president of construction and engineering. He will lead the company’s vessel design and engineering, construction management and project engineering with an expanded emphasis on growth and innovation. With more than 15 years of experience, Van Gundy has played an integral role in advancing Crowley’s growing engineering and… Read More

BOEM and NOAA Announce Interagency Collaboration to Advance Offshore Wind Energy

United States

Today, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) and NOAA signed an interagency memorandum in support of the Biden-Harris Administration’s ambitious offshore wind energy goals to advance wind energy responsibly while protecting biodiversity and promoting cooperative ocean use. Offshore wind energy development plays an important role in how the U.S. is leading the charge to… Read More

Damen Shipyards opens Service Hub in Panama City

FL, United States

Damen opens Service Hub in Panama City to serve Central America and the Caribbean Damen Shipyards Group has added a new Service Hub in the Americas. With two already up and running in Canada and Brazil, a third has now opened its doors in Panama City to serve Central America and the Caribbean. Damen Service… Read More

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