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By Hans Buitelaar The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Marine Debris Program in the United States provided a 10 million dollar grant in 2023, for a massive clean-up effort to remove abandoned and derelict vessels from US coastal waterways and the Great Lakes. BoatUS, the association of boat owners, received the funds to start… Read More
HOUSTON – Port Houston, an advocate of the nation’s busiest waterway, the Houston Ship Channel, today announced the appointment of Amy Rister as its Director of State Government Relations. “Amy brings deep experience in the Texas legislative process and a proven record of building strong working relationships to advance complex policy priorities,” said Port Houston… Read More
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Scott as Vice President of Operations and Supply Chain, effective June 1, 2026. His appointment follows a competitive international executive recruitment process. Scott has more than 30 years’ experience working in ports, including across marine terminals, transportation, logistics and industrial operations. Most… Read More
On May 30, the crew of GLDD’s trailing suction hopper dredge Galveston Island demonstrated exceptional teamwork and situational awareness while assisting in a maritime rescue near Sabine Pass. After a nearby vessel intercepted a Mayday call from a disabled boat, the Galveston Island crew helped relay critical information to the U.S. Coast Guard despite challenging radio conditions. With only… Read More
By Benjamin Jensen and Mackenzie Eaglen The United States is in a maritime crisis brought on by generational neglect of the inseparable relationship between economics and sea power. While the nation remains a global trading and naval power, the commercial and industrial base that helps convert economic strength into sea power has declined. Shipyards are unable to… Read More
Manson launched Construction Safety Week 2026 with this year’s theme: “All in Together.” This initiative supports an industry-wide commitment to fostering trust among coworkers, partners, and clients, ensuring that every task is approached collaboratively and safely. The theme centered around three core pillars—Recognize, Respond, and Respect—offering a unified call to action. These principles guide the… Read More
Last week, Manson’s Marketing Team received the Best Digital Media Campaign Award at the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) Seattle’s 2026 Reign Awards for its 2025 National Tradesmen Month campaign in Seattle, WA. The campaign highlighted the skilled men and women who build, maintain, and protect America’s marine infrastructure through a flagship tribute video… Read More
Today we’re announcing that the SailPlan platform — the maritime monitoring technology we built for cruise, naval, and commercial fleet applications — has been acquired by Verret Marine Consulting, LLC. Chad Verret and his team will carry the technology forward, with a focus on predictive maintenance and machinery monitoring across the offshore, LNG, and commercial… Read More
Dare County’s contractor, Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Company, has provided an update on the projected arrival date for the dredge that will be tasked with performing beach nourishment in the unincorporated village of Avon, NC. Avon Beach Nourishment: Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Company has reported that the dredge Liberty Island will arrive in… Read More
By Todd Maiden Prologis Ventures has committed to co-anchor the launch of TMV Logistics, a new $200 million venture fund dedicated to maritime and logistics innovation and safety. With over $235 billion in assets under management, Prologis (NYSE: PLD) holds a critical position in global trade. Anchoring the TMV Logistics fund will allow the company… Read More
Crowley mariners who served aboard the U.S.-flagged tanker Stena Immaculate were honored with the U.S. Maritime Administration’s (MARAD) Gallant Ship Award during the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Maritime Day observance in Washington, D.C. The award, one of the maritime industry’s highest distinctions, recognizes the 23-member crew’s extraordinary professionalism, courage and commitment to safety. The award recognizes the crew’s actions during… Read More
HOUSTON, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — McDermott International, Ltd (“McDermott” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for the first quarter 2026. For the three months ended March 31, 2026, revenue was $2.4 billion; adjusted EBITDA was $117 million; and cash flow used in operating activities was $126 million. Backlog at quarter end was $17.6 billion. Trailing… Read More
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
LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Kingswood Capital Management, LP (together with its affiliates, “Kingswood”) is pleased to announce the sale of Lind Marine, a diversified marine services business headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, to Tallvine Partners, an infrastructure-focused investment firm based in Miami, Florida. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Kingswood acquired Lind Marine in… Read More
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