(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 the Pacific Northwest. He has played a vital role in collaborating with the executive leadership on strategic initiatives. His vision, dedication and relationships have set a strong foundation for Shaver Transportation.
McCall started in the marine industry as an agent for Norton Lilly in Long Beach, Calif. In 2008, he relocated to Portland, Ore., with Norton Lilly and later moved to Southport as a shipping agent. In 2015, he was promoted to sales manager for Foss Maritime and oversaw tug operations and sales for the Pacific Northwest.
McCall joined Shaver in October 2018 as director of business development. His broad agency experience and solution-oriented background has helped him develop strong relationships in the shipping community around the world.
“I am very proud and honored to be a part of the history, tradition and success of Shaver Transportation,” McCall said. “I’d like to thank my predecessor, Peter Karneus, for all the wisdom, knowledge, and guidance he has shared with me over the years. I am excited about this new chapter in my career and eager to take on the new responsibilities that come with it.”
“I am looking forward to Bo’s intuitiveness, dedication and creativity in his new role,” said Steve Shaver, company president and CEO.
Founded in 1880, Shaver Transportation is the oldest family-owned and operated tugboat and barge company on the West Coast. Headquartered in Portland, Ore.n, Shaver provides service for the Columbia Snake River System and focuses on four lines of business: ship assist, bulk commodity transportation, harbor/marine services and emergency response and rescue.
– Shaver Transportation
