Join Clean Rivers Cooperative as a Maintenance Mechanic – Marine and maintain vital oil spill response equipment. This role offers growth and training opportunities to become a Spill Response Manager.
A fire in the engine room of the towing vessel Thor on the Delaware River caused $1.5 million in damage, but quick crew action prevented injuries and pollution.
Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka outlined a “Build Bigger and Build Smarter” strategy to expand capacity, modernize operations, and lead in sustainability after a 10.2 million-TEU year.
Fewer ships and fewer jobs at the Port of Seattle are pushing longshore workers—especially entry-level casuals—into years of uncertainty, raising doubts about the future of dock work amid tariffs and global trade shifts.
Autonomous ships are moving from trials to real-world operations, but safety, regulation, and human oversight remain central as MASS technology reshapes global shipping.
Global piracy incidents rose again in 2025, with the Singapore Straits leading worldwide reports and violence against crews remaining a key concern.
Washington lawmakers are considering a bill that would permanently block public port funds from paying for fully automated container-handling equipment, drawing strong labor support and industry concern.
Maritime advocates say a new harassment definition under the Safer Seas Act clarifies reporting rules but leaves widespread shipboard psychological abuse outside federal protection.
A Florida harbor pilot was killed after falling from a pilot ladder in Panama City, highlighting ongoing safety risks during vessel transfer operations.
Massachusetts Maritime Academy will lead a new U.S.–Finland shipbuilding fellowship program aimed at closing a critical skills gap and rebuilding America’s shipyard workforce.
