Abrams Marine Group acquires Mid-Atlantic Maritime Academy
01 Dec

Abrams Marine Group acquires Mid-Atlantic Maritime Academy

Professional Mariner StaffLicensing & Training, Maritime News
(NORFOLK, Va.) — Mid-Atlantic Maritime Academy (MAMA) announced Wednesday that it has been acquired by San Diego-based Abrams Marine Group Inc. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. “MAMA is a great training organization with a highly regarded team and world-class facilities," said Abrams Marine Group CEO Dave Abrams. "The company is located in a strategic location for the growth…
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Coast Guard cites fishing vessel after ‘near-miss’ with Columbia River ro-ro
01 Dec

Coast Guard cites fishing vessel after ‘near-miss’ with Columbia River ro-ro

Professional Mariner StaffMaritime News
(ASTORIA, Ore.) — The U.S. Coast Guard issued a notice of violation to the owner and master aboard a 48-foot commercial fishing vessel for negligence while operating in conditions of restricted visibility, and a failure to maintain a proper lookout Monday in the vicinity of buoy No. 8 of the Columbia River navigation channel. The commercial fishing vessel was operating…
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ICS: ‘Missed opportunity’ at MEPC 77 to decarbonize shipping
01 Dec

ICS: ‘Missed opportunity’ at MEPC 77 to decarbonize shipping

Professional Mariner StaffClimate Change, Maritime News
(LONDON) — Following the conclusion of the International Maritime Organization’s Maritime Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) 77, the International Chamber of Shipping released the following statement from ICS Secretary-General Guy Platten: “We are disappointed that the words and commitments made by governments at COP26 have not yet been translated into action. (Last) week’s meetings have missed the opportunity to take forward…
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