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Matthews Brothers Dredging Appoints Trey Taylor as CEO

MS, United States

PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss.– Matthews Brothers Dredging, LLC (“Matthews Brothers” or the “Company”), a leading provider of maintenance dredging solutions throughout the Gulf Coast, is pleased to announce its planned strategic leadership expansion that positions the Company for continued long-term growth and operational excellence. Effective July 1, Trey Taylor will elevate to the position of Chief… Read More

Guandique becomes 69th commander of Nashville District

TN, United States

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Lt. Col. Guillermo J. Guandique took command of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District today during a change of command ceremony at the Tennessee Grand Lodge. He becomes the 69th commander of the “twin rivers” district, commonly referred to as the jewel of the Great Lakes and Ohio River Division…. Read More

Trump taps Marine general to be next vice chairman of joint staff

United States

WASHINGTON — The assistant commandant of the Marine Corps was nominated by President Donald Trump to serve as the vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the Pentagon announced Friday. If confirmed by the Senate, Marine Corps Gen. Christopher Mahoney will serve as a senior adviser to Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, the chairman… Read More

Little Rock Port Authority elects officers for second term

AR, United States

The Little Rock Port Authority Board of Directors met June 18 and voted to reelect its officers. Clay McGeorge will serve as chair; and Stan Hastings will serve as vice-chair. Tamika Edwards will serve as treasurer. The officers were elected to a second, one-year term. “We are thrilled to have the continued leadership of Clay,… Read More

TOTE Services Welcomes Jeff Vogel as Vice President of Legal

FL, United States

We’re proud to announce that Jeff Vogel has joined TOTE Services as Vice President of Legal, effective May 2025. Based in Washington, DC, Jeff brings decades of experience in maritime law, policy, and regulatory affairs, most recently serving as a Shareholder and Government Contract Co-Chair at Cozen O’Connor. His distinguished career includes advising both private… Read More

Tideworks Technology Expands Leadership to Drive Global Growth and Customer Innovation

WA, United States

SEATTLE – June 12, 2025 — Tideworks Technology® Inc. (Tideworks), a full-service provider of terminal operating system (TOS) solutions, has expanded its senior leadership team with the recent appointments of Frederik Stork, Julian Galvis and Subbu Bhat to vice president roles. These strategic additions mark a milestone in Tideworks’ growth strategy and reinforce its commitment to expanding customer… Read More

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Appoints Sang H. Yi as Acting Maritime Administrator

United States

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation announced Sang H. Yi as Acting Maritime Administrator (MARAD). As acting head of MARAD, Yi will play a critical role in advancing the Trump Administration’s domestic shipbuilding goals and restoring the nation’s maritime dominance, as outlined in President Trump’s April Executive Order. Acting Administrator Yi will lead MARAD’s efforts to… Read More

Hornblower Group Appoints Shull Autin as Chief Maritime Officer

FL, United States

ORLANDO, Fla., June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Hornblower Group, a global leader in maritime hospitality and transportation, is proud to announce the appointment of Shull Autin as its new Chief Maritime Officer. With over 30 years of maritime experience spanning marine logistics, offshore operations, safety, and environmental compliance, Autin joins Hornblower at a pivotal time in the company’s continued evolution…. Read More

William “Bill” Paape, Associate Administrator for Ports and Waterways

United States

William “Bill” Paape, a member of the Senior Executive Service, became the Associate Administrator for Ports & Waterways on June 7, 2020. In this capacity, Mr. Paape directs a national port infrastructure modernization program in excess of $2 billion. Discretionary grant port programs and other programs managed by Mr. Paape include: Rebuilding American Infrastructure with… Read More

Hornblower Group Appoints Shull Autin as Chief Maritime Officer

FL, United States

ORLANDO, Fla. — Hornblower Group, a global leader in maritime hospitality and transportation, is proud to announce the appointment of Shull Autin as its new Chief Maritime Officer. With over 30 years of maritime experience spanning marine logistics, offshore operations, safety, and environmental compliance, Autin joins Hornblower at a pivotal time in the company’s continued evolution. In his… Read More

Orion Group Holdings Appoints Alison Vasquez as CFO

TX, United States

HOUSTON, June 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Orion Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ORN) (“Orion” or the “Company”), a leading specialty construction company, today announced that Scott Thanisch, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, will depart the Company to pursue another opportunity. Alison Vasquez, a seasoned leader with deep financial leadership experience, will join Orion as the Company’s Executive Vice… Read More

Suzanne Plezia Named Port of Long Beach Engineering Managing Director

CA, United States

The Port of Long Beach has promoted Suzanne Plezia, P.E., to Managing Director of Engineering Services to succeed Sean Gamette, P.E., who earlier this spring announced his retirement. Plezia has been the Port’s Senior Director of the Engineering Services Bureau and Chief Harbor Engineer since April 2017. Plezia will lead the Port’s Engineering Bureau, which… Read More

Jason Liberty to succeed Richard Fain as Royal Caribbean chair

FL, United States

Richard Fain will be stepping down as Royal Caribbean Group chair in Q4, remaining as a director, and CEO Jason Liberty adds the chair role. Fain, a visionary leader who’s not only propelled Royal Caribbean but helped shape the modern cruise industry, has chaired the Royal Caribbean board since 1988. John Brock new independent lead director Additionally, John Brock, a… Read More

New leadership announced for Solano Campus, Cal Poly Maritime Academy

United States

Cal Poly has appointed two new leaders to guide the future of the Cal Poly, Solano Campus and the Cal Poly Maritime Academy as part of its ongoing integration efforts. Dr. Corey Cook has been named vice president and chief executive officer of Cal Poly, Solano Campus, while Rear Admiral (Retired) Eric C. Jones, USCG,… Read More

Admiral Kevin Lunday Nominated to Lead Coast Guard as 28th Commandant

United States

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has announced that President Donald J. Trump has nominated Admiral Kevin E. Lunday to serve as the 28th Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard. Lunday, who has been serving as Acting Commandant since January 21, 2025, will continue in that capacity until confirmed by the U.S. Senate. “Now… Read More

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