Cooper Consolidated adds North America’s largest E-cranes to fleet

Cooper Consolidated adds North America’s largest E-cranes to fleet

(NEW ORLEANS) — Cooper Consolidated has expanded its bulk stevedoring fleet with the addition of two 4000C Series equilibrium cranes, the largest cranes built by E-Crane. These cranes, named Pelican and Creole King, solidify Cooper Consolidated as a premier bulk stevedoring service provider on the Mississippi River. “Cooper Consolidated is constantly aiming to provide our customers with the highest quality…
Read More
Colonna’s Shipyard names Kevin Sweeney to board of directors

Colonna’s Shipyard names Kevin Sweeney to board of directors

(NORFOLK, Va.) — Colonna’s Shipyard Inc. on Thursday announced that retired U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Kevin Sweeney has joined the company’s board of directors, effective Jan. 31. “Rear Adm. Sweeney is a highly respected national security expert with decades of leadership experience both in and out of government," said Randall Crutchfield, Colonna’s chairman and CEO. "His deep understanding of maritime…
Read More
Former Rep. DeFazio takes helm at Association for Rescue at Sea

Former Rep. DeFazio takes helm at Association for Rescue at Sea

(NORFOLK, Va.) — Former Rep. Peter DeFazio, long-serving U.S. congressman from Oregon, has joined the Association for Rescue at Sea (AFRAS), taking command as the maritime nonprofit’s chairman of the board of directors. AFRAS also welcomes to its board of directors: • Michael Bennett, director of crisis management at Snapchat and a retired U.S. Coast Guard commander. • Timothy Ciampaglio,…
Read More
AGLPA appoints Brian Oszakiewski to executive director

AGLPA appoints Brian Oszakiewski to executive director

(WASHINGTON) — The board of directors of the American Great Lakes Ports Association (AGLPA) has appointed Brian Oszakiewski to executive director, succeeding Steve Fisher at the end of December after 30 years of distinguished leadership. A native Chicagoan, Oszakiewski is a longtime transportation and infrastructure advocate with extensive experience in policy, government relations, communications, administration, and stakeholder engagement at the…
Read More
CMA names tanker exec Todd Clough as 2025 commodore

CMA names tanker exec Todd Clough as 2025 commodore

(STAMFORD, Conn.) — Todd Clough, president and CEO of Fairfield Chemical Carriers, has been announced as the recipient of the Connecticut Maritime Association (CMA) Commodore Award for 2025. As the 2025 commodore, Clough will join a prestigious list of individuals who have significantly contributed to the growth and development of the international maritime industry, including 2024 commodore Michael Tusiani of…
Read More
Shaver names new VP of sales for ship assist division

Shaver names new VP of sales for ship assist division

(PORTLAND, Ore.) — Peter Karneus, vice president of sales for the ship assist division at Shaver Transportation, is retiring effective January 2025. He will be succeeded by Bo McCall. For 27 years, Karneus has been instrumental in ship assist sales, including building a new sales team, growing customer relationships, and navigating the changes in the tug and barge industry in…
Read More
ACBL appoints former Rand exec Peter Coxon as CEO

ACBL appoints former Rand exec Peter Coxon as CEO

(JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind.) — Peter Coxon has been appointed as chief executive officer of American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL), effective immediately. This marks a significant step in ACBL’s journey toward realizing its vision of being the trusted leader in marine transportation. Over the past few years, ACBL has made important progress in a challenging market, laying the groundwork for future growth…
Read More
Cortland launches AeroLock synthetic connector

Cortland launches AeroLock synthetic connector

(ANACORTES, Wash.) — Cortland International has announced the official launch of its AeroLock synthetic connector. After rigorous testing, including extensive in-field evaluations with industry leaders from the towing and freight sectors, AeroLock represents a significant advancement in connector technology. AeroLock has the ability to eliminate common risks associated with traditional steel shackles and knotted synthetic connectors, making it a game-changer…
Read More
Sea Machines Robotics names new chief executive officer

Sea Machines Robotics names new chief executive officer

(BOSTON) — Sea Machines Robotics, a world leader in marine autonomous technology, on Tuesday announced new company leadership. Founder Michael Gordon Johnson will now serve as president and chief technology officer, while David “Chip” Wasson has joined as chief executive officer. Sea Machines has achieved significant success in 2024, posting record sales for the year. This growth is attributed to…
Read More