Samson to showcase innovations at International Workboat Show
21 Nov

Samson to showcase innovations at International Workboat Show

Rich MillerIndustry News
(FERNDALE, Wash.) — Samson will debut and showcase several innovations at the International Workboat Show: a new and improved Saturn-12 towing line; Icaria for Workboat, a full suite of digital services dedicated to tug line management; and EVATS (Emergency Vessel Attachment and Towing System). Samson's 12-strand working line, Saturn-12, is now available with enhanced twist identification and the option of…
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Silver Ships appoints co-owner Steven Clarke to CEO
15 Nov

Silver Ships appoints co-owner Steven Clarke to CEO

Rich MillerIndustry News
(MOBILE, Ala.) — Steven Clarke has been appointed to the role of chief executive officer of Silver Ships. Previously, Clarke held the role of chief financial officer for seven years. In this new role, he plans to continue to pursue Silver Ship’s diverse industry growth, as well as streamline operations. During Clarke’s time as CFO, Silver Ships experienced a revenue…
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Crowley recognized as a top company for women in transportation
08 Nov

Crowley recognized as a top company for women in transportation

Rich MillerIndustry News
(JACKSONVILLE, Fla.) ­– Crowley has been recognized as a 2022 Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation by Redefining the Road, the Women in Trucking Association’s official magazine. According to the magazine, Crowley stands out for a corporate culture that fosters gender diversity, professional development and career advancement opportunities. The company is also recognized for its competitive compensation…
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Shell signs agreement to acquire ECL business of PANOLIN
06 Nov

Shell signs agreement to acquire ECL business of PANOLIN

Casey ConleyIndustry News, Uncategorized
Wholly-owned subsidiaries of Shell have entered into agreements to acquire the Environmentally Considerate Lubricants (ECLs) business of the PANOLIN Group. The transaction includes the PANOLIN brand, ECL product formulations, intellectual property, technical expertise and technology, international customer base and portfolio of products – for hydraulics, gears, universal tractor transmission oils, biodegradable engine oils (HDEO), turbine oils, chainsaw oils and greases…
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Elpi Petraki appointed new president of WISTA International
27 Oct

Elpi Petraki appointed new president of WISTA International

Rich MillerIndustry News
(LONDON) — WISTA International (Women's International Shipping and Trading Association) elected Elpi Petraki as its president at the group's annual general meeting Wednesday in Geneva, Switzerland. The nominees for the position Petraki of WISTA Hellas and Alexandra Anagnostis-Irons of WISTA USA. WISTA International consists of 56 National WISTA Associations (NWAs). Each one is represented by the president or a delegate…
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Markey closes investment to expand 100-year-old business
21 Oct

Markey closes investment to expand 100-year-old business

Rich MillerIndustry News,
(SEATTLE) — Markey Machinery, which for over 100 years has established itself as a global leader in the marine deck equipment and winch industry, has closed a growth investment with Christian Schiller and Brian Bogen. Markey will continue to operate from its current Seattle production facility and office, with all employees remaining on board. Current CEO Blaine Dempke will continue…
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International Propeller Club names Seattle chapter as Port of the Year
05 Oct

International Propeller Club names Seattle chapter as Port of the Year

Rich MillerIndustry News
(SEATTLE) — The Port of Seattle chapter of the International Propeller Club has been named the 2022 Port of the Year by the organization, which encompasses 83 clubs around the world, including 58 U.S. ports and 25 international ports. “The Seattle Propeller Club was recognized for a variety of accomplishments, but particularly our resiliency and creativity throughout the pandemic to…
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Military Sealift Command awards logistics contract to Crowley
27 Sep

Military Sealift Command awards logistics contract to Crowley

Rich MillerIndustry News
(JACKSONVILLE, Fla.) ­– Crowley has been awarded a contract for the operation and maintenance of six government-owned Maritime Prepositioning Force (MPF) vessels, a unit of the U.S. Navy’s Military Sealift Command. Crowley Government Solutions will carry out the contract, providing crewing and sustained support to enable rapid deployment of equipment and supplies as needed to aid U.S. military operations in…
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Crowley, Eastern Pacific partner on LNG newbuild charters
19 Sep

Crowley, Eastern Pacific partner on LNG newbuild charters

Rich MillerIndustry News,
(JACKSONVILLE, Fla.) — Crowley has awarded Singapore-based Eastern Pacific Shipping (EPS) a contract for the charter of four newbuild containerships powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG) for Crowley’s U.S.-Central America trade. Using LNG significantly lowers vessel greenhouse gas emissions, such as sulfur oxide, carbon dioxide and nitrogen oxide while eliminating particulate matter compared with conventional diesel fuel. In addition, these…
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Chevron New Energies, Crowley invest in Zero Emission Industries
14 Sep

Chevron New Energies, Crowley invest in Zero Emission Industries

Rich MillerIndustry News
(SAN FRANCISCO) — Zero Emission Industries (ZEI), a leading hydrogen technology company for maritime, has announced the first close of its Series A funding round. The round is led by Chevron New Energies with additional investment from U.S.-based shipping and logistics company Crowley. The new funds are expected to enable ZEI to roll out its next-generation fully integrated marine power…
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