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06 Dec

Wartsila adds four engines to methanol portfolio

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry NewsMethanol, propulsion

(HELSINKI) — Technology group Wartsila is introducing another four methanol engines to its marine propulsion portfolio, setting a new industry benchmark with the broadest selection of methanol engines currently on the market. In addition to the Wartsila 32 methanol engine launched last year, the company has added the new Wartsila 20, Wartsila 31, Wartsila 46F and Wartsila 46TS to its…

05 Dec

United Seamen’s Service honors Barker, Pasha, Vokac

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry NewsGreat Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway System, Licensing and training, shipping

(NEW YORK) — The United Seamen’s Service (USS) presented its 54th annual Admiral of the Ocean Sea (AOTOS) Awards on Dec. 1 to Mark Barker, president of Interlake Maritime Services; George Pasha IV, president and CEO of The Pasha Group; and Adam Vokac, district and national president of the Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association (MEBA). The traditional silver statuette of Christopher…

29 Nov

Vigor Marine, Detyens win contracts for T-AO work

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry NewsMilitary Sealift Command, shipbuilding

(WASHINGTON) — Vigor Marine of Portland, Ore., and Detyens Shipyards of North Charleston, S.C., have each been awarded contracts by Military Sealift Command (MSC) for work on U.S. fleet replenishment oilers (T-AOs). Vigor Marine was awarded a $24,215,951 firm-fixed-price contract for work on USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO 187). The contract includes a base period and five options that, if…

29 Nov

CMA names Michael Tusiani as commodore for 2024

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry Newsshipping

(STAMFORD, Conn.) — Michael Tusiani has been named the recipient of the Connecticut Maritime Association (CMA) Commodore Award for 2024. Tusiani has earned his place among esteemed leaders in the maritime industry, joining a select group of influential figures to receive the CMA Commodore Award. The traditional "passing of the hat" will take place during the Commodore Gala Dinner on…

27 Nov

Elliott Bay Design Group unveils brand transformation

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry Newsshipbuilding

(SEATTLE) — Elliott Bay Design Group (EBDG), a prominent marine engineering and naval architecture firm, is revealing a refreshed brand identity at this year's International WorkBoat Show, set to take place Wednesday, Nov. 29 through Friday, Dec. 1 in New Orleans. EBDG's rebranding effort encompasses a complete transformation, featuring a new logo, brand colors, a purpose-driven mission, and a set…

15 Nov

Icom to showcase latest innovations at WorkBoat Show

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry NewsElectronics, technology

(KIRKLAND, Wash.) — The International WorkBoat Show and Annual Conference returns to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (Halls B through F) in New Orleans from Nov. 29 to Dec. 1. This is the place to be when it comes to seeing the latest and greatest innovations in the commercial marine industry. Icom will be located at booth 805. At…

14 Nov

BHGI to design new ferry for Casco Bay Lines

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry Newsferries, shipbuilding

(BRISTOL, R.I.) — Bristol Harbor Group, Inc. (BHGI) has been selected by Casco Bay Lines (CBL) of Portland, Maine, to provide naval architecture and marine engineering services for the evaluation and design of a new Subchapter K passenger/vehicle ferry that will be operated year-round. The new vessel will replace M/V Maquoit II. BHGI will be responsible for developing a preliminary…

07 Nov

Texas Salutes the Coast Guard to be held Nov. 8 in Houston

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry NewsLicensing and training, U.S. Coast Guard

(STONINGTON, Conn.) — The Coast Guard Foundation, a nonprofit organization committed to strengthening the Coast Guard community and service by supporting members and families, will hold Texas Salutes the Coast Guard on Wednesday, Nov. 8 at the Marriott Marquis Houston on 1777 Walker St. The event, which includes a reception and dinner, will begin at 6 p.m. The annual Texas…

07 Nov

Neste, PTL Marine partner on renewable diesel for California

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry NewsClimate change

(HOUSTON) — Neste is partnering with PTL Marine to provide Neste MY Renewable Diesel to the marine sector across the state of California. PTL Marine, a division of Pilot Thomas Logistics, is a leading provider of maritime fuel and lubricants, supplies and last-mile logistics. Through this collaboration the state’s marine industry will have easier access to renewable diesel. California’s Commercial…

07 Nov

First marine vehicle classed using ABS autonomous guide

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry NewsAutonomous vessels, technology

(SAN FRANCISCO) — Saildrone Voyager, a 10-meter commercial uncrewed surface vehicle (USV), is the first autonomous asset built to ABS class using the ABS Requirements for Autonomous and Remote Control Functions. ABS presented the class certificate to Saildrone at its headquarters in Alameda, Calif. Voyager is a marine vehicle developed by Saildrone, a provider of ocean data for climate, mapping…