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13 Jan

Birdon to build small response boat prototype for Coast Guard

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry Newsshipbuilding, U.S. Coast Guard

(DENVER) — Birdon America has been awarded a firm fixed-price contract to build a response boat-small (RB-S) demonstrator for the U.S. Coast Guard. The program is a critical initiative by the service to evaluate advanced capabilities for key missions such as search and rescue; ports, waterways and coastal security; drug interdiction, and migrant interdiction. Birdon’s design was selected for its…

16 Dec

Metal Shark, AI developer partner on radar software integration

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry Newsshipbuilding, technology

(JEANERETTE, La.) — Louisiana-based boatbuilder Metal Shark, a supplier for the U.S. armed forces and allies, and Tocaro Blue, a leading developer of AI-powered marine sensor processing solutions, have announced a strategic collaboration to embed Tocaro Blue’s ProteusCore radar processing software into Metal Shark’s fleet of High Speed Maneuverable Unmanned Surface Vessels (HSMUSVs). ProteusCore provides operators with advanced radar data…

15 Dec

Noel Hacegaba confirmed as Port of Long Beach CEO

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry NewsPorts, shipping

(LONG BEACH, Calif.) — The Long Beach Board of Harbor Commissioners on Dec. 8 unanimously appointed Noel Hacegaba as the incoming chief executive officer (CEO) of the Port of Long Beach, effective Jan. 1, 2026. Hacegaba, a longtime port executive currently serving as chief operating officer (COO), succeeds departing CEO Mario Cordero amid an era of significant growth at the…

05 Dec

SAFE Boats announces leadership and organizational changes

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry Newsshipbuilding

(NEW ORLEANS) — SAFE Boats International (SBI), a 100 percent employee-owned company, has announced changes to its leadership and organizational structure. Richard Schwarz will transition from his daily duties as chief executive officer into a consulting and advisory role. This transition allows Schwarz to pursue his personal passion of traveling while continuing to contribute his experience and insight to key…

03 Dec

C&C Marine promotes Nick Bergeron to general manager

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry Newsshipbuilding, Tugboats and towing

(BELLE CHASSE, La.) — C&C Marine and Repair has promoted Nick Bergeron to general manager. Bergeron brings more than 30 years of marine industry experience to his expanded role. Prior to joining C&C Marine, he spent 25 years with Zito Companies in a variety of leadership and operations positions. “Nick has been a tremendous addition to the C&C family,” said…

03 Dec

Crowley earns CSA awards for environmental stewardship

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry NewsEnvironment, safety, shipping

(JACKSONVILLE, Fla.) — Crowley has been recognized by the Chamber of Shipping of America (CSA) for its commitment to environmental stewardship, earning Environmental Achievement Awards for 108 Crowley-operated vessels that have collectively earned 958 years without an incident. The awards celebrate companies and mariners who maintain the highest standards of safety and ecological protection. Crowley’s achievement reflects its dedication to…

02 Dec

SAFE Boats to debut 41-foot full cabin patrol vessel

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry Newsshipbuilding

(BREMERTON, Wash.) — SAFE Boats International, a 100 percent employee-owned American boatbuilder, will debut its new 41-foot full cabin patrol vessel at the 2025 International WorkBoat Show, taking place Dec. 3-5 in New Orleans. The vessel will be on display at Stand 863. Based on SAFE Boats’ proven and widely deployed 41-foot Interceptor hull, the new vessel is the latest…

02 Dec

ABS Consulting publishes new guidance on Coast Guard cyber rule

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry NewsLicensing and training, Security

(HOUSTON) — ABSG Consulting Inc. (ABS Consulting), a global leader in safety, risk and asset integrity management, has released a paper to support vessel and facility owners and operators in meeting compliance with the U.S. Coast Guard’s Maritime Cyber Rule. This paper outlines practical steps to meet the first cybersecurity training deadline of Jan. 12, 2026. Titled "From Final Rule…

01 Dec

Washington State Ferries selects ABB to power hybrid-electric newbuilds

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry Newsferries, Hybrids, shipbuilding

(LONDON and SEATTLE) — ABB has secured an order with Washington State Ferries (WSF), the United States’ largest ferry operator, to supply and integrate hybrid-electric propulsion systems for two hybrid-electric 160-auto ferries that initiate the owner’s ambitious System Electrification Program. With the first two ships scheduled for delivery from Eastern Shipbuilding Group, one apiece in 2030 and 2031, the contract…

20 Nov

Crowley crews receive AOTOS Awards for heroism, safety

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry News, Uncategorizedsafety, shipping

(JACKSONVILLE, Fla.) — The United Seamen’s Service recognized Crowley mariners with honors at the 2025 Admiral of the Ocean Sea (AOTOS) Awards. As one of the most prestigious ceremonies in the industry, the AOTOS awards spotlight outstanding maritime achievement and pay tribute to American seafarers whose courageous actions and commitment to safety have made a profound impact on the industry…