FLAGLER BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES — Maritime Construction Inc., a leader in Florida’s marine construction industry, has been honored with the 2024 Best of Florida Award, recognizing their unwavering commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction over the past 25 years. Specializing in the design, permitting, and construction of custom marine structures, Maritime Construction Inc. has earned… Read More
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Sorenson as Vice President of Government Sales. Sorenson will spearhead all government-related sales efforts and report directly to Joe Rella, President of St. Johns Ship Building. Welcome to the team Jim! Source
Orion Group has reported to the SEC that another New York based investment group has acquired a substantial reportable interest in its shares. The securities acquired, representing over 4.6% of its outstanding shares, are beneficially owned by one or more registered investment companies or other managed accounts that are investment management clients of Royce &… Read More
Today the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency awarded nearly $3 billion to 55 recipient projects in 27 states and U.S. territories. These grants are from the agency’s Clean Ports Program, which was enacted by Congress in 2022 as part of the Inflation Reduction Act. The agency received more than $8 billion in project applications. Today’s awards… Read More
Michael Johnson served the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) as president and CEO over the last 11 years, joining the organization in 2013 following a seven-year stint at the National Beer Wholesalers Association. The next chapter of Johnson’s career will unfold at the American Coatings Association, which he joins as president and CEO. P&Q caught… Read More
The board of commissioners of the Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) has appointed Beth Ann Branch as the new president and CEO of the port and the CEO of the New Orleans Public Belt Railroad (NOPB). Branch officially will begin at Port NOLA December 1. Branch follows Brandy Christian, who had served as Port… Read More
Christopher J. Wiernicki delivered a guest lecture on how rapid changes in shipping are driven by disruptive technologies and explained how the industry is an interconnected system of systems. The ABS Chairman and CEO Christopher J. Wiernicki, delivered the lecture for the National University Singapore’s Master of Science in Maritime Technology and Management program, in… Read More
MOBILE, Ala. – Austal USA celebrated the start of construction for a new manufacturing facility for submarine modules (MMF3) today. This new building, scheduled to be fully operational in late 2026, will significantly increase Austal USA’s capacity to support the U.S. Navy Submarine Industrial Base (SIB). The new building will provide 369,600 square feet of indoor… Read More
Port Angeles, WA – BRIX Marine is thrilled to announce the expansion of its manufacturing facility in Port Angeles, WA, reinforcing its commitment to the local community and economic development. For years, BRIX Marine has benefited from the supportive business environment in Port Angeles. This expansion reflects the company’s dedication to fostering a positive community… Read More
The Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA) will host Community Coastal Day on Sunday, November 3, at the LSU Center for River Studies (CRS) from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. CPRA has invited its partners from all along Louisiana’s coast to participate in the monthly First Free Sundays event. Unlike typical installments of this event, Community Coastal… Read More
AWO to Host Webinar on VIDA National Standards of Performance. Please join AWO on Wednesday, October 30, at 2:00 p.m. EDT, for an in-depth overview of EPA’s final rule establishing Vessel Incidental Discharge National Standards of Performance as directed by the Vessel Incidental Discharge Act (VIDA). During the webinar, we will review the final rule in… Read More
Improves Dominion Energy’s quantitative & qualitative business risk profile via highly credit-positive partnership Stonepeak to fund 50% of project construction costs with meaningful protection from any unforeseen increases in the current project construction budget Successfully concludes ~$21 billion debt reduction initiatives associated with Dominion Energy’s business review RICHMOND, Va. & NEW YORK – Dominion Energy,… Read More
Eastern Shipbuilding Group (ESG) is excited to announce the launch of the second annual Eastern Shipbuilding Group Coastline Initiative, a unique competition that encourages students from area schools to design innovative artificial reefs that support coastline restoration. In partnership with the Bay County Artificial Reef Association (BCARA) and the University of Florida IFAS Extension, this… Read More
Orion Marine has reported via a SEC filing that the well-known money manager Blackrock has acquired a 6.1% interest in Orion. Stock in Orion has risen over 15% in 2024 YTD. SEC Filing
LOS ANGELES —Carbon Ridge, Inc., a leading developer of modular onboard carbon capture & storage solutions for decarbonizing the maritime shipping industry, today announced it has raised $9.5M in funding, bringing the company’s total funding to date to $15.5M. The round was led by Crosscut Ventures and Western Technology Investment (WTI), with participation from existing… Read More