The US offshore wind power industry along the East Coast is recovering from a tough 2023 when several developers canceled projects or contracts, dealing a blow to state decarbonization policies that relied on that emissions-free generation, but state regulators acted fast and conditions are improving, developers, regulators and other stakeholders, said April 9. “I think… Read More
Improving public transport can have a significant positive impact on the economies and quality of life of regions that were previously difficult to access. In areas of low population density and challenging topography, ferries can be a cost-effective and versatile method of transporting people and vehicles from remote areas to economic and transport hubs. A… Read More
On March 26, a 95,000-ton containership named the Dali collided nose-first with the Port of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge. The bridge folded within seconds, a testament to the massive power of a vessel laden with several thousand containers of cargo. Eight workers were on the bridge when it collapsed; two survived, two were found dead, and… Read More
A contractor will begin testing offshore sand deposits along the Oceanside coastline next week in search of possible sources for the city’s beach replenishment project. About 30 samples will be taken at depths up to 55 feet along an ocean shelf that extends from the mouth of the San Luis Rey River to the Buena… Read More
Global offshore wind developer Corio Generation and Brazilian port developer Prumo have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore using the Port of Açu, north of Rio de Janeiro, for the deployment of Corio’s future offshore wind projects – expected to be among the first wave of offshore wind farms built in Brazil. Corio is aiming to develop… Read More
Having the ability to face and overcome challenges is a sign of a true leader, and it is something that should be rewarded. Dustin Gautney, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mobile District Chief of Public Affairs, did just that. Gautney was selected as the USACE Public Affairs Officer of the Year during the USACE PA… Read More
MOBILE, Ala. – Having the ability to face and overcome challenges is a sign of a true leader, and it is something that should be rewarded. Dustin Gautney, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mobile District Chief of Public Affairs, did just that. Gautney was selected as the USACE Public Affairs Officer of the Year during… Read More
Two South Coast locations are part of a new program seeking to keep the state’s waters clean and useable. Under the statewide dredging program developed by Transport for NSW Maritime, the Bermagui River and the Clyde River at Batemans Bay are two of the priority areas, alongside seven other NSW locations. The other locations include… Read More
GO Marine Services Managing Director Jody Broussard talks with recruiter Heather Mequet about how using a third-party contractor recruitment firm for supplemental staffing and direct hire placement can help mitigate maritime risks. Jody Broussard stands out as a visionary leader in the realms of operational management, strategic planning, and human resources, bringing over twenty years… Read More
A new offshore wind farm for New England The proposal is for Vineyard Wind 2, and it was put forward in response to a solicitation from Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island for up to 6.8 GW of offshore wind capacity. Vineyard Wind 2 was proposed to each state and to the three states together under the… Read More