We are pleased to welcome Kolbjørn Moldskred and Andreas Backlund to new positions in the VARD sales team! Kolbjørn Moldskred joins as SVP Sales, bringing with him more than 30 years of maritime experience — including two decades in ship design and vessel sales. He comes from Ulstein Verft and officially started with VARD on June… Read More
Amsterdam – Arcadis (EURONEXT: ARCAD), the leading global Design & Consultancy organization for natural and built assets, nominates Robert Swaak for appointment to the company’s Supervisory Board for a four-year term. The Supervisory Board is submitting a non-binding nomination for the appointment of Robert Swaak as member of the Supervisory Board at the extraordinary General… Read More
Finnish propulsion specialist Steerprop has appointed Marit Holmlund-Sund as its new Director of Brand, Marketing & Communications. Holmlund-Sund, who joined Steerprop in March, will be responsible for growing awareness of the company’s high-quality propulsion systems throughout the maritime industry. Holmlund-Sund will be part of the management team of Steerprop. Holmlund-Sund has an extensive background in… Read More
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
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
