The U.S. Coast Guard’s new icebreaker, USCGC Storis, has set sail on its maiden Arctic voyage, boosting American polar capabilities with a modern vessel and hybrid crew, and reinforcing national interests in the increasingly strategic Arctic region.
A major fire broke out on the car carrier Morning Midas off Alaska, prompting a full crew evacuation and a large-scale emergency response. The vessel was carrying hundreds of electric vehicles, spotlighting the fire risks tied to lithium-ion batteries at sea.
Hines Furlong Line has taken delivery of the Donny Mudgett, the lead vessel in its 11-vessel newbuild series, showcasing a partnership with Intracoastal Iron Works and Laborde Products to advance inland river transportation.
NTSB transcripts from the Dali containership reveal persistent technical alarms, communication lapses, and missed warnings in the hours before the vessel’s power loss and fatal collision with Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, underscoring one of the most devastating maritime accidents in recent U.S. history.
In 2024, global vessel losses hit a record low, but the maritime industry faces new challenges such as cyber threats, geopolitical tensions, and a surge in fire incidents, according to Allianz Commercial’s latest Safety and Shipping Review.
The NTSB’s investigation into the City of Louisville grounding on the Mississippi River underscores the risks of leaving the helm unattended and stresses the need for operational pilothouse alerter systems and robust safety protocols.
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is investigating vessel flagging practices, focusing on the growing use of flags of convenience and their potential negative impact on U.S. shipping trade, safety, and security. Stakeholders are invited to submit comments during the 90-day review period.
The integration of real-time 3D forward looking sonar is transforming USV operations, providing enhanced underwater situational awareness for navigation, environmental protection, and data sharing across fleets.
The United Shipbuilding Alliance, formed by Bollinger Shipyards and Edison Chouest Offshore, accelerates Arctic icebreaker production with a cost-efficient commercial construction model to enhance U.S. maritime capabilities.
GLDD celebrates the USACE’s 250th anniversary by showcasing the PortMiami Deep Dredge Project, which deepened Miami’s harbor and included extensive environmental mitigation efforts.
