Safe Bulkers Acquires Post-Panamax Drybulk Vessel
Safe Bulkers, Inc. has entered into an agreement to acquire a newbuild drybulk Post-Panamax class vessel of more than 90,000 deadweight tons, scheduled for delivery…
Last Liberty Ship Departs James River Reserve Fleet
The Arthur M. Huddell was towed from the James River Reserve Fleet on July 8. It will be the 72nd ship to depart the site since January of 2001. The Huddell is…
VADM Stewart Announces Retirement from USMMA
Vice Admiral Joseph D. Stewart, Superintendent of the United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, has announced his retirement from government service.
MarAd Seeks Director for Houston Gateway Office
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration is searching for a director for its new Gateway Office in . The Gateway Offices provide the Maritime…
This Day in Naval History - July 09
1846 - Sailors and Marines from USS Portsmouth occupy and raise flag over . 1918 - Henry Ford launches first of 100 Eagle boats. 1944 - Organized Japanese resistence ceases on Saipan, .
Regional Cooperation Highlighted During NAVCENT Change of Command
During his change of command ceremony, the outgoing Commander of U.S. Naval Forces Central Command, Vice Adm. Kevin Cosgriff, emphasized the need for fostering relationships with coalition partners.
Grasso Elected President WISTA USA
At its annual general meeting in in May, Jeanne M. Grasso was elected President of the Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA) . As President of WISTA USA, Ms.
