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Maritime Industry descends on Capital Hill for first ever Maritime Congressional Sail-In

By On May 18, 2010

Last week I was in Washington, D.C. attending the first ever Maritime Congressional Sail-In. The purpose of the event was to increase awareness of the importance of America’s maritime industry [...]

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Jones Act Injuries – When does it apply?

By On August 13, 2008

The Merchant Marine Act of 1920 is one of three congressional laws commonly referred to as the “Jones Act”. Formerly, it was found at 46 U.S.C. Section 688, et seq. [...]

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hawaii superferry – a ship captain’s perspective

By On October 12, 2007

A ferry at the center of much debate (including a record number of comments on this blog) has sailed into a storm that will likely sink her dream. The problem [...]

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