Maritime Industry

2021 Pacific Marine Expo. Photo by Doug Stewart

Pacific Marine Expo 2022 dates announced

WorkBoat Staff

The vessel Kvitbjørn (translation: Polar Bear) was successfully launched on May 2, 2022. Jeremiah Karpowicz photo

Launch of hybrid-electric vessel set to usher in new era of electromobility at sea

Jeremiah Karpowicz

The Ingram Barge towboat Charlie C pushes a tow on the Atchfalaya River in Louisiana. Top left, Jennifer Carpenter, president, and CEO of the American Waterways Operators. WorkBoat and AWO photos

Q&A with Jennifer Carpenter, president and CEO of the American Waterways Operators

Pamela Glass

E.N. Bisso & Son tug wheelhouse David Krapf photo.

New electronics are reducing stress and increasing convenience in the pilothouse

Michael Crowley

The world’s first ATB LNG bunkering barge, the Q-LNG 4000, can carry 4,000 cubic meters of LNG. The 324’ barge is pushed by a 128’ tug, the Q-Ocean Service. Q-LNG Transport photo.

LNG marine fuel usage for ships is growing

Bruce Buls

An offshore supply vessel is drydocked to receive Carboline coatings. Carboline Company

Longevity and flexibility are key with marine coatings

Michael Crowley

Fairlead purchased this 36'6"x10'6" Rafnar 1100 workboat with a fiberglass OK hull, which has a 1'10" draft and a running speed of about 40 knots. Fairlead plans to build its own 1100s in Newport News, Va. Doug Stewart Photo.

Boats on display from the 41st International WorkBoat Show

Ken Hocke

MAN’s V12 hybrid is one of three hybrid options. Under the green pads are the electromagnetic clutch and electric generator motor. It can work as a diesel-driven generator or prop shaft-driven electric motor. MAN Engines photo.

Diesel manufacturers continue to seek new and innovative ways to improve their products

Michael Crowley

The spending package includes funding for the fifth and final National Security Multi-mission Vessel (NSMV) that will go to the California Maritime Academy. Cal Maritime photo

President signs spending bill including money for new training ship at Cal Maritime

Pamela Glass

North River Boats 30-footer patrols Puget Sound for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.

A look at new patrol boats for Washington, Ohio and Texas

Michael Crowley

Fire is always a concern for operators and mariners. MITAGS Photo.

A strong safety culture will prevent most vessel accidents

Michael Crowley