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The largest number of fatalities since 2000 have been from falls, while collisions with fixed objects, line handling, being struck by moving objects and burns were also cited. Shutterstock photo

Towing vessel fatalities were low in 2023

Pamela Glass

A mariner waiting on hold with the The National Maritime Center Customer Service Center 1-888-IASKNMC (427-5662). MM-SEAS photo.

National Maritime Center extends hours for mariners

Nate Gilman

A GE Haliade-X Turbine Stands in the Vineyard Wind 1 Project Area South of Martha’s Vineyard. Eric Haynes photo/Vineyard Wind.

New challenges to offshore wind

Kirk Moore

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No-fly zones for drones

Capt. Alan Bernstein

An old version of the USCG Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) that just arrived in the mail. MM-SEAS USCG Licensing Software photo.

You can work under your MMC the day after USCG issuance

Nate Gilman

Maersk Line photo

Trump’s import tariffs will cause a spike in ocean container shipping markets

WorkBoat Staff

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Another towboat allision to learn from

Ken Hocke

How does the Jones Act fit into a larger US flag fleet and improved US security?

Jeremiah Karpowicz

Shipyard work can be dangerous. Ken Hocke photo

Risk management tips for shipyards

Chris Richmond

Students using a simulator during their Radar Observer Course. MM-SEAS USCG Licensing Software photo.

Sea service tip to prepare for USCG license renewals

Nate Gilman

Volvo Penta's 122’x33’x6.5’ test ferry, powered with quad IPS 40s. WorkBoat photo.

Volvo Penta’s IPS 40 hits the commercial market

Ben Hayden

Students at New York City's Harbor School get hands-on experience. New York Harbor School photo.

Maritime high schools help prepare kids to fill industry needs

Bruce Buls

32-footer for Jacksonville (Fla.) Fire Rescue. MetalCraft Marine photo.

Fireboats typically powered by outboards are much in demand

Michael Crowley