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Professional Mariner Article: Port of LA Looks to Build on Third-Best Year in it’s History

Port of LA

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.

Liam Kohns January 26, 2026January 26, 2026 National News, News Read more

gCaptain Article: New Federal Definition of Maritime Harassment Leaves Psychological Abuse in Legal Gray Zone, Critics Warn

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Maritime advocates say a new harassment definition under the Safer Seas Act clarifies reporting rules but leaves widespread shipboard psychological abuse outside federal protection.

Liam Kohns January 21, 2026January 21, 2026 National News, News Read more

gCaptain Article: Florida Harbor Pilot Dies After Fall from Bulk Carrier

Pilot climbing aboard ship

A Florida harbor pilot was killed after falling from a pilot ladder in Panama City, highlighting ongoing safety risks during vessel transfer operations.

Liam Kohns January 20, 2026January 20, 2026 National News, News Read more

Professional Mariner Article: Mass Maritime gets $5.8 Million Grant to Train U.S. Shipbuilders

Massachusetts Maritime Academy

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.

Liam Kohns January 20, 2026January 20, 2026 National News, News Read more

Professional Mariner Article: New CEO ‘Thinking Big’ for Port of Long Beach

Port of Long Beach

Port of Long Beach CEO Dr. Noel Hacegaba outlined a vision to double cargo volumes by 2050, backed by major rail, terminal, and digital investments, during his first State of the Port address.

Liam Kohns January 19, 2026January 19, 2026 National News, News Read more

Professional Mariner Article: Lunday Sworn in as 28th Commandant of U.S. Coast Guard

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Adm. Kevin Lunday was sworn in as the 28th commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard, pledging to lead the service through modernization while supporting its workforce and mission readiness.

Liam Kohns January 19, 2026January 19, 2026 National News, News Read more

Professional Mariner Article: Tow Breaks Apart After Barge Takes on Water, Rapidly Sinks

Sunken Barge

The NTSB found that excess weight forward and reduced freeboard caused barge PTC 706 to be forced underwater at the head of a 34-barge tow on the Lower Mississippi River.

Liam Kohns January 16, 2026January 16, 2026 National News, News Read more

gCaptain Article: ONE Henry Hudson Cargo Operations Resume at Port of Los Angeles After Fire

Fire at Port of Los Angeles

Container discharge operations have begun on the fire-damaged ONE Henry Hudson, marking a key recovery phase after one of the Port of Los Angeles’ most complex salvage efforts.

Liam Kohns January 15, 2026January 15, 2026 National News, News Read more

Professional Mariner Article: Coast Guard Releases Report on Fatal Ship Fire at Port Newark

Fire on boat in Newark

The Coast Guard’s investigation into the Grande Costa D’Avorio fire identifies multiple safety concerns and issues recommendations following the deaths of two firefighters and $23 million in vessel damage.

Liam Kohns January 15, 2026January 15, 2026 National News, News Read more

Professional Mariner Article: NTSB Cites Compromised Hatch in Sinking of Lower Mississippi Towboat

Half Sunken Towboat on Lower Misssissippi

New IMO amendments in force from Jan. 1 strengthen seafarer welfare, fire safety, container reporting, fuel standards, polar operations, and shipboard technology across multiple conventions.

Liam Kohns January 14, 2026January 15, 2026 National News, News Read more
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