Coast Guard proposes eliminating six STCW training requirements
05 Oct

Coast Guard proposes eliminating six STCW training requirements

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The U.S. Coast Guard is proposing to eliminate six training and competency requirements for certain U.S. merchant mariners, saying the requirements exceed international standards and impose unnecessary costs without corresponding safety benefits. The proposed rule, published Oct. 1 in the Federal Register, would affect masters and officers in charge of a navigational watch (OICNW) on vessels of less than 500…
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American Cruise Lines Celebrates 3rd New Ship Launched This Year
28 Sep

American Cruise Lines Celebrates 3rd New Ship Launched This Year

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American Cruise Lines christened brand-new American Ranger on the Hudson River last week. American Ranger is the third new ship the company has launched this year and the fourth new Patriot Class ship. The christening celebration took place Sept. 24 when the ship was docked at Historic Catskill Point in Catskill, N.Y. Inaugural cruise guests, company executives and crewmembers celebrated…
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Eastern Shipbuilding launches fourth annual student reef-building competition
24 Sep

Eastern Shipbuilding launches fourth annual student reef-building competition

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(PANAMA CITY, FL) Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc. (ESG) is excited to announce the launch of the fourth annual Eastern Shipbuilding Group Coastline Initiative. In partnership with the Bay County Artificial Reef Association (BCARA), this unique competition challenges students from local welding schools to design and construct innovative artificial reefs that support coastal restoration and marine habitat preservation. Originally launched in…
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UnCruise Adventures – Captain
11 Aug

UnCruise Adventures – Captain

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      Captain Juneau, AK ABOUT UNCRUISE At UnCruise Adventures, we work together to provide an enriching adventure experience while inspiring an appreciation of local cultures and the natural world. This means we kayak among icebergs, travel to hidden waterfalls, snorkel with sea lions, dive with manta rays, and share air with whales. Our destinations include Alaska, the Hawaiian…
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NOW HIRING Maritime Positions – Captains
06 Apr

NOW HIRING Maritime Positions – Captains

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        NOW HIRING MARITIME POSITIONS - CAPTAINS CAPTAINS  Overnight vessel experience along Inland, Coastal, and Great Lakes regions of the U.S. required BENEFITS  Set Schedule & Rotations  All American Fleet of Small Ships  State-of-the-Art Simulator Training  Sail on America’s Most Beautiful Waterways  Opportunities for Advancement Contact Krista Imes: [email protected] Apply Today…
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Pilot-in-Training Application is Now Open – Maryland Board of Pilots 2025
02 Jun

Pilot-in-Training Application is Now Open – Maryland Board of Pilots 2025

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    MARYLAND BOARD OF PILOTS 2025 PILOT-IN-TRAINING APPLICATION IS NOW OPEN If you are interested in a career as a Maritime Pilot, the Maryland Board of Pilots is accepting applications for Pilots-in-training through December 1, 2025, for the current selection process. Please visit our website for more information at: https://www.dllr.state.md.us/license/bp/ (click on “Licensing Applications” and then “Apply to the…
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Chief Engineer – Virginia Institute of Marine Science, Marine Operations, Weems, VA
30 May

Chief Engineer – Virginia Institute of Marine Science, Marine Operations, Weems, VA

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    Chief Engineer - Virginia Institute of Marine Science, Marine Operations, Weems, VA Seeking Chief Engineer to work on research vessel R/V Virginia. Under the direction of the Captain, the Chief Engineer directs all shipboard engineering activities while on watch and accepts full responsibility for the proper operation of all shipboard systems. For additional details and to apply go…
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Fagan cites ‘broken trust’ in Coast Guard, mandates changes
06 Dec

Fagan cites ‘broken trust’ in Coast Guard, mandates changes

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(WASHINGTON) — The U.S. Coast Guard on Wednesday published an Accountability and Transparency Review (ATR) report on the service’s workforce culture and organizational climate. The report was accompanied by a memorandum from Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Linda Fagan, which directed 33 initial actions to address recommendations in the report. Fagan’s directed actions are designed to ensure that every member of…
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10 May

All American lands MarAd small shipyard grant

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The U.S. Maritime Administration has awarded a $916,000 Small Shipyard Grant to All American Marine of Bellingham, Wa. The grant will be used to purchase and install a state-of-the-art 60' router table and a CNC press brake, which will significantly enhance the company’s manufacturing capabilities. The large router table with dual cutting heads will enable the shipyard to cut materials…
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10 May

California ports to collaborate on joint data system

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California’s five major container ports – Los Angeles, Long Beach, Oakland, Hueneme, and San Diego – have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate in the creation of the California Port Data Partnership. According to the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development, the goal of the Partnership is “to jointly advance computerized and cloud-based data interoperability with a common…
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