Crowley is charting a new course in workforce development, blending innovation, inclusivity, and purpose to attract and retain the next generation of maritime professionals while addressing industry challenges.
The U.S. maritime industry is facing workforce shortages, sustainability challenges, and global trade complexities. NAWE is spearheading efforts to address these issues with initiatives in workforce training, clean energy adoption, and regulatory advocacy to secure a resilient and thriving waterfront sector.
The Oregon Department of Agriculture, in partnership with Business Oregon, is surveying small and medium-sized businesses to understand the impact of recent tariff changes. This anonymous survey, aimed at global trade participants, highlights the economic challenges posed by tariffs and the need for stability in Oregon’s trade-reliant economy.
Crowley’s LNG-powered cargo ship Quetzal makes its first U.S. port call at Port Everglades, showcasing sustainable innovation and reduced emissions in maritime trade.
Two injured crewmembers were evacuated from the Glomar Venture after it collided with a North Sea wind turbine. Dutch authorities are investigating the offshore incident.
The International Labour Organization’s Joint Maritime Commission has approved wage increases for seafarers, boosting minimum pay to $715 by 2028. This agreement highlights global efforts to ensure fair treatment and decent work at sea.
The Port of Seattle is appealing a city decision to rezone Sodo for housing development, warning it could disrupt maritime operations and harm the region’s trade economy.
The IMO’s net-zero emissions framework sets mandatory limits and carbon pricing for global shipping, marking a major climate milestone. However, critics warn it lacks the ambition needed to meet key climate goals.
The NTSB urges better marine firefighting training for land-based responders after investigating the Grande Costa D’Avorio fire in Newark, which exposed critical safety gaps and resulted in fatalities and significant vessel damage.
The U.S. Coast Guard’s HOMEPORT portal shutdown disrupts credential verification and maritime security processes, leaving the industry relying on temporary alternatives for essential services and compliance tools.
