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Design Flaw Leads to $3 Million Fire on Tennessee River Towing Vessel
A catastrophic engine failure aboard the towing vessel Johnny M led to a serious fire that caused $3 million in…
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$2 Million Lock Damage: Mississippi River Wake Effects Cause Barge Strike at Algiers Lock
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) revealed that wake effects from passing ships led to a barge strike at New…
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EPA Approves California’s Controversial Harbor Craft Emissions Rule Despite Industry Safety Concerns
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has approved the majority of California’s waiver requests for its controversial Commercial Harbor Craft (CHC)…
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Five Rescued After Tug Collides with Bulk Carrier on Lower Mississippi River
The U.S. Coast Guard responded to a collision between the tug Patrick J. Studdert and the Liberian-flagged Clara B near…
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Canada’s Iconic Tugboat ‘Theodore Too’ Partially Sinks at Shipyard
The iconic 65-foot replica tugboat Theodore TOO, beloved by Canadians and fans of the classic CBC series Theodore Tugboat, has partially…
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Electric Tug Achieves Guinness World Record
Damen Shipyards Group and SAFEEN Group, a division of AD Ports Group’s Maritime & Shipping Cluster, have set a new…
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California Governor Vetoes Maritime Safety Bill, Sparking Industry Concern
California Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed Assembly Bill 1122, a piece of legislation aimed at enhancing maritime safety and port…
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World’s First Ammonia-Powered Vessel Completes Maiden Voyage
Amogy, a pioneer in ammonia-to-power solutions, has successfully demonstrated the world’s first carbon-free, ammonia-powered maritime vessel. The NH3 Kraken, a…
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California Maritime Safety Bill Awaits Governor’s Signature
California’s maritime industry is calling on Governor Gavin Newsom to sign Assembly Bill 1122 into law, citing crucial safety and…
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Svitzer Orders World’s First Battery-Methanol Tug
Svitzer, a global leader in towage services, has announced a groundbreaking contract with Turkish shipyard Uzmar to construct the world’s…
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