shipbuilding – Professional Mariner

14 Jun

New FRC in Guam is second to honor a fallen 9/11 hero

Professional Mariner StaffMaritime Newsshipbuilding, U.S. Coast Guard

(KEY WEST, Fla.) — The U.S. Coast Guard accepted delivery of the 63rd fast response cutter (FRC), Jeffrey Palazzo (WPC 1163), on Thursday in Key West. The vessel from Bollinger Shipyards is the fifth FRC to be home-ported in Guam, joining the recently commissioned Vincent Danz (WPC 1162). The Sentinel-class FRCs replaced the 1980s Island-class 110-foot patrol boats and possess…

12 Jun

Kodiak, Seward to home-port first Arctic security cutters

Professional Mariner StaffMaritime NewsIcebreakers, shipbuilding, U.S. Coast Guard

(WASHINGTON) — The U.S. Coast Guard announced it will home-port its first two Arctic security cutters (ASCs) in Kodiak, Alaska, with a third ASC home-ported in Seward when the infrastructure is ready. This follows April’s announcement that the service would home-port its first two ASCs in Alaska. With the first delivery expected in 2028, the Coast Guard is accelerating preparations…

09 Jun

Hines Furlong Line adds newbuild from Intracoastal Iron Works

Professional Mariner StaffTugboats & Towingbrownwater, shipbuilding

(BOURG, La.) — Another vessel has moved through construction for Hines Furlong Line, with M/V Bob Nienhuis built at Intracoastal Iron Works in Bourg, La., as part of the company’s ongoing 11-boat program. The 2,400 horsepower towboat, measuring 78 feet by 34 feet by 10 feet, is configured with a triple-screw propulsion system powered by three Mitsubishi S6R2 Tier 3…

09 Jun

Eastern delivers new ferry to Florida island community

Professional Mariner StaffMaritime Newsferries, shipbuilding

(PANAMA CITY, Fla.) — Eastern Shipbuilding Group has delivered the vehicle-passenger ferry Falcon to the Fisher Island Community Association (FICA). Falcon will provide reliable and modern transportation service to the Fisher Island community. Falcon successfully completed trials prior to delivery and has entered service supporting daily operations between Fisher Island and Miami. “We are honored to deliver the Falcon to…

04 Jun

Halimar completes new inland towboat for Central Boat Rentals

Professional Mariner StaffTugboats & Towingbrownwater, shipbuilding

(MORGAN CITY, La.) — Halimar Shipyard has completed construction of M/V Mr. Bryan, a new twin-screw towboat built for inland service. The towboat is powered by a pair of Mitsubishi Tier 3 S6R2-Y3 engines, each rated at 803 horsepower at 1,400 rpm. The engines were specified to match the vessel’s operating profile and intended inland service. The vessel is owned…

03 Jun

Crescent adding four more z-drive tugs from Blakeley BoatWorks

Professional Mariner StaffTugboats & Towingbrownwater, shipbuilding

(MOBILE, Ala.) — Crescent Towing is continuing to strengthen its fleet with the upcoming addition of four 6,000-hp z-drive tugboats. The vessels, built at Blakeley BoatWorks, will further expand the company’s capabilities on the Mississippi River. Crescent Towing will take delivery of the first vessel in 2027, a second in 2028, and two more in 2029. Once delivered, Crescent Towing’s…

01 Jun

Master Boat launches second tug in series for Maritime Partners

Professional Mariner StaffTugboats & Towingbrownwater, shipbuilding

(CODEN, Ala.) — Master Boat Builders recently launched Titan, the second of eight tugboats being built for Maritime Partners LLC. The launch represents another key milestone in the companies’ ongoing partnership and reflects sustained demand for high-performance tug capacity across the maritime and energy sectors. “The launch of Titan reflects what can be accomplished through strong industry partnerships and a…

28 May

All American delivers innovative hybrid monohull tour boat

Professional Mariner StaffMaritime NewsHybrids, propulsion, shipbuilding

(BELLINGHAM, Wash.) — All American Marine, in partnership with Harbor Breeze Cruises, has announced the delivery of a new 108-by-32.5-foot parallel hybrid passenger vessel after completion of sea trials. El Escudo will now enter deployment in the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, Calif. Purpose-built to serve harbor tours, whale watch cruises, and special event dining experiences throughout the…

26 May

C&C Marine completes two more towboats in series for Canal Barge

Professional Mariner StaffTugboats & Towingbrownwater, shipbuilding

(BELLE CHASSE, La.) — C&C Marine & Repair recently delivered Deborah H. Valentine and Cabby H. Boone, the second and third towboats in a four-vessel series for Canal Barge Company. The 2,520-horsepower inland vessels measure 87 feet by 34 feet and are configured with a twin-screw propulsion system powered by Mitsubishi S12R Tier 4 engines, each rated at 1,260 hp…

26 May

Master Boat delivers first of eight new tugs to Maritime Partners

Professional Mariner StaffTugboats & Towingshipbuilding

(CODEN, Ala.) — Representatives from Master Boat Builders, alongside personnel from Maritime Partners LLC, recently gathered to christen Marauder, the first tugboat in an eight‑vessel construction program, at the National Maritime Museum of the Gulf in Mobile, Ala. The ceremony celebrated a significant milestone for both companies while honoring the dedicated workforce whose craftsmanship and expertise brought the vessel to…