The world of dredging is an ever changing and endlessly fascinating niche of the global marine industry, an indispensable activity essential to keeping world commerce flowing. For insight on recent trends we visited last month with René Kolman, Secretary General, International Association of Dredging Companies (IADC), for his take on a world of dredging challenges and opportunities.

The president of Gnostech weighs in on the trends in combating the plague of the industry.

VIMC Executive Director Kaity Arsoniadis-Stein provides insight on the pace and direction of the mission to grow Vancouver into one of the world’s premiere maritime centers

Lloyd's Register's Mark Darley sees a world of opportunity in the Americas region.

Fuhrmann recently embarked on a 5,400 km solo kayak paddle from Oslo to Athens to raise money and awareness for “The Piece Prize” a charity he created, which, for lack of a better description, is aiming on making the world a better place.

In the world of workboats, Folan is well known, and widely regarded as one of industry’s most knowledgeable and experienced subject matter experts in his particular niche.

Crystal CEO Edie Rodriguez discuss the evolution of the cruising brand, as well as the ship owner's benefits of owning its own shipyards in today’s torrid cruise market.

Fireman’s leadership, and track record with technological innovations now turn to the new Subchapter M towboat rules, where ABS, among other things, offers a turnkey service that spans class, software and boots on the ground when it comes to surveyors. Listen in as he weighs in on the nation’s brow water sector, and the journey to compliance ahead.

Five minutes with Tan Sri Kt Lim, Chairman, Genting Hong Kong

Rear Admiral Paul Thomas weighs in on the entire spectrum of Coast Guard safety and regulatory issues.

It may come as some surprise, but Eagle Bulk Shippng is a progressive leader in the use of big data to monitor and manage its fleet. Jonathan Dowsett, Senior Fleet Performance Manager, explains.

From growing up on San Diego Bay then graduating from the California Maritime Academy to leading a fast-growing, technologically advanced, family-owned group of shipyards, Todd Roberts, for as many of his 43 years that he can remember, has always been ‘maritime.’

An interview with Chen Yong, president Zhoushan IMC YongYue Shipyard Engineering Co., (IMC-YY) an emerging leader in ship repair and conversion in China.

DACHSER USA’s Frank Guenzerodt: Managing Today’s Modern Supply Chain with Logistics Expertise.

Schottel, a ubiquitous German-based maritime propulsion company, is firing on all cylinders and preparing now for the inevitable maritime market upturn. The company's Managing Director, Dr. Christian Strahberger, discusses the strategy.

Margo Marks weighs in on the important issues and challenges facing North America’s passenger vessel and ferry industries.

"The wide knowledge base I have developed at Webb and the practical work experience I have acquired will help me to hit the ground running in any business environment."

At SMM 2016 in Hamburg, Remi Eriksen, the CEO of DNV GL, shared his blunt assessment of the maritime and offshore O&G markets in the near-term, and discusses DNV GL’s role in these key markets as they re-emerge in the coming years.

Jorge Duran weighs in on CIP’s impact on ports, the supply chain, the environment and global trade.

The influx of ships and rigs sailing into and out of Brazilian ports since the discovery of large pre-salt plays off Brazil in 2007, and the opening of new ports and shipyards during the past decade has led to a sharp increase in towing operations in Brazil. Sergio Guedes, Director of Operations at Wilson Sons Towage, discusses Brazil’s towage and salvage markets.

Morton S. Bouchard III pulls no punches discussing the maritime business and the spate of over-regulation infecting U.S. industry.

Upon graduation from Webb Institute, Brianna Louie will have approximately 14 months of internship experience, including time with Foss Maritime Shipyard, Stolt-Nielsen, Carnival Cruise Lines and Crystal Cruises.

"What keeps me [at Webb] are the incredible opportunities presented to me and the accessibility of my professors. I am regularly offered chances to visit a shipyard or meet an important leader of the maritime industry."

Arabella Williams is majoring in logistics and security as a deck cadet at USMMA, and intends to sail as a third mate and eventually become a RN.