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Is 'Seablindness' a Myth?

May 03, 2017

UK politicians and the general public have demonstrated overwhelmingly that they recognize shipping as the biggest mover of the nation’s imports and exports, according to a new study commissioned by the UK Chamber of Shipping. Guy Platten…

AWO Testifies on Carrier Alliance, Tug Negotiations

May 03, 2017

AWO testifies before Congress on dangers of foreign carrier alliances negotiating collectively with U.S. tugboat operators Tom Allegretti, President & CEO of The American Waterways Operators, testified before the House Transportation & Infrastructure…

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Names Petterson CEO

May 01, 2017

Effective May 1, Lasse Petterson has assumed the role of chief executive officer (CEO), a provider of dredging, environmental and remediation services. In his over 35-year career, Petterson has gained extensive experience in the engineering…

Pacific Maritime Sector Lures Women

Apr 29, 2017

Regional commitment of the Pacific on the advancement of women and gender equality in the maritime sector was at the forefront of a meeting held by The Pacific Women in Maritime Association (PacWIMA) in Nuku’alofa, Tonga, April 24-28.  Thanks…

Cox Takes over as Matson Board Chairman

Apr 27, 2017

Matson, Inc. president and chief executive officer Matthew J. Cox will succeed retiring chairman of the board Walter A. Dods, the company announced today. The appointment becomes effective at the end of the company's annual shareholders’ meeting today…

MPA Honors Patrick Phoon

Apr 26, 2017

Ocean transportation firm, “K” Line Pte Ltd, and Patrick Phoon, Deputy Managing Director of Evergreen Shipping Agency, received the International Maritime Centre (Corporate) Award and the International Maritime Centre (Individual) Award respectively…

Port of Long Beach Names Two Engineering Executives

Apr 25, 2017

The Long Beach Board of Harbor Commissioners this week named two Harbor Department engineering leaders as the new Chief Harbor Engineer and the new Director of Program Management. The Appointments are effective April 29. Suzanne Plezia, the Port's Director of Construction Management…

Senate Panel OKs Lighthizer for US Trade Rep

Apr 25, 2017

The Senate Finance Committee on Tuesday approved President Donald Trump's choice for U.S. Trade Representative, bringing Robert Lighthizer a step closer to taking office as U.S. trade disputes with Canada and Mexico heat up. The panel also…

Kartsonas Joins Seanergy Board

Apr 25, 2017

Dry bulk vessels owner and operator Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp. has appointed Ioannis “John” Kartsonas as a member of its board of directors, effective May 4, 2017. Kartsonas has more than 18 years of experience in finance and commodities trading…

Drivers of Logistics Industry

Apr 24, 2017

The end consumer who has ever-changing needs and will be the ultimate driver of all activities of the logistics industry, said Dr Detleft Trefzger, Chief Executive Officer of global freight forwarding and logistics giant Kuehne + Nagel International AG…

CLIA: 2017 Cruise Industry HoF Award Winners

Apr 24, 2017

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced the 2017 Cruise Industry Hall of Fame Award Winners. The awards recognize individuals and organizations whose efforts and accomplishments represent a significant contribution to the cruise industry…

Ross Joins Brookes Bell Group

Apr 24, 2017

Brookes Bell Group, a multidisciplinary consultancy to the maritime, offshore and energy, and industrial sectors, has appointed Mark Ross as Fire Investigator based in the group’s Sidcup office.Ross brings a wealth of experience to Brookes Bell…

Washington Maritime Economy Grows Stronger -Study

Apr 21, 2017

A new report from the Washington Maritime Federation shows strong health of industry, increased average salaries and tremendous opportunity to continue to grow maritime jobs. The Washington State Maritime Sector Economic Impact Study 2017 Update…

FMC's Mario Cordero to be POLB Executive Director

Apr 14, 2017

The Long Beach Board of Harbor Commissioners is all set to name Mario Cordero, a former chairman and current member of the Federal Maritime Commission(FMC), as the Port of Long Beach’s (POLB) new Executive Director.  Cordero, a Long Beach resident and attorney…

SUNY Maritime to Award Frangou with Honorary Doctorate

Apr 12, 2017

SUNY Maritime College will recognize one of the most prominent women in the maritime industry with an honorary doctorate during its May 2017 commencement. Angeliki Frangou, chairman and CEO of the Navios Group, will receive an honorary Doctor…

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