New presidents named at Great Lakes Towing, Great Lakes Shipyard

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(CLEVELAND) — The Great Lakes Towing Company and Great Lakes Shipyard have announced the promotions of Gregg Thauvette and Thomas Rigolo, two longtime leaders whose commitment and expertise have been key to the companies’ continued success.

Thauvette has been promoted from executive vice president to president of The Great Lakes Towing Company, where he will continue to oversee all harbor towing and fleet operations across more than 40 U.S. ports throughout the Great Lakes.

With decades of maritime experience, Thauvette has been a driving force behind the towing company’s continued success and growth. He has spearheaded key initiatives such as the Fleet Renewal Program, significantly enhancing the safety, sustainability and reliability of the company’s operations. Thauvette is also known for fostering strong, long-term customer relationships, working closely with vessel owners, operators and industry partners to ensure exceptional service and responsiveness across all ports.

Rigolo has been promoted from executive vice president to president of Great Lakes Shipyard, where he will continue to oversee all aspects of shipyard operations, including vessel construction, repair and maintenance.

Rigolo has been instrumental in the shipyard’s continued modernization and expansion, managing complex commercial and government projects while enhancing the shipyard’s service capabilities to meet the needs of Great Lakes operators. Under his leadership, Great Lakes Shipyard has strengthened its reputation as a trusted, full-service repair and construction facility known for quality, efficiency and craftsmanship.

– The Great Lakes Towing Company

By Professional Mariner Staff