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Wednesday, February 5, 2025
The Kitty is pictured after the contact with the Algiers Lock gate
Accidents

$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 Orleans’ Algiers Lock,

February 5, 2025
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Thursday, January 9, 2025
A tug escorts a containership at the Port of Los Angeles, California. Photo: Robert V Schwemmer / Shutterstock.com
Shipping

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)

January 9, 2025
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Monday, December 30, 2024
Tugs and barges on the Mississippi River
Shipping

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 mile marker 122 on the Lower

December 30, 2024
Total Views: 2479

Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Theodore tugboat
Blog

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 sunk at Ontario

December 18, 2024
Total Views: 4734

Wednesday, November 13, 2024
The tug Bu Tinah has set a Guinness World Record for the world's most-powerful electric tug
Shipping

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 Guinness World Records title for

November 13, 2024
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Friday, October 4, 2024
maersk ship docking at port of oakland
Shipping

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 efficiency in the state. The

October 4, 2024
Total Views: 4265

Monday, September 23, 2024
World’s First Ammonia-Powered Vessel Completes Maiden Voyage
Environment

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

September 23, 2024
Total Views: 2051

Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Matson ship with tug assitance in Port of Oakland
Shipping

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 operational benefits

September 18, 2024
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Tuesday, September 17, 2024
The escort duty tug is expected to conduct more than 90% of its operations using its battery-electric powertrain and conduct up to 25% of Svitzer’s work in the port of Gothenburg.
Shipbuilding

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 first

September 17, 2024
Total Views: 914

Friday, September 6, 2024
A tug escorts a containership at the Port of Los Angeles, California. Photo: Robert V Schwemmer / Shutterstock.com
Shipping

California Passes Bill to Enhance Maritime Safety and Port Efficiency

California’s legislature has approved Assembly Bill 1122, a significant step towards improving mariner safety and port operations stability on the

September 6, 2024
Total Views: 1532

Thursday, August 29, 2024
Uncle Blue tug partially sunken
Accidents

NTSB Investigation Reveals Hull Deficiencies in Towing Vessel Sinking

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has concluded its investigation into the partial sinking of a towing vessel on the Lower Mississippi River near

August 29, 2024
Total Views: 4070

Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Photo courtesy Westar Marine Services
Shipping

Opinion: Safeguarding California’s Mariners and Supply Chain

By Mary McMillan California is a vital contributor to America’s status as a leading maritime nation, and the California State Assembly deserves much credit

August 28, 2024
Total Views: 434

Friday, August 23, 2024
The ammonia-fueled tug Sakigake underway
Environment

World’s First Commercial Ammonia-Fueled Tugboat Launches in Tokyo Bay

INYK and IHI Power Systems, in collaboration ClassNK, have completed the world’s first ammonia-fueled vessel for commercial use. The tugboat, named

August 23, 2024
Total Views: 1848

Wednesday, August 21, 2024
John 3:16 underway on an unknown date before the contact
Accidents

Towing Vessel Accident Linked to Pilot Fatigue, NTSB Reports

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has revealed that fatigue was the primary cause of a towing vessel accident near Saint Rose, Louisiana, last

August 21, 2024
Total Views: 2577

Tuesday, August 13, 2024
Jacqueline A following salvage after the sinking
Accidents

NTSB Report Reveals Watertight Integrity Issues Led to Sinking of Towing Vessel

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) said on Tuesday that the sinking of the towing vessel Jacqueline A last year in the Atlantic Ocean was caused

August 13, 2024
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Thursday, July 25, 2024
NTSB Praises Crew’s Quick Action to Limit Fire Damage to Louisiana Towing Vessel
Accidents

NTSB Praises Crew’s Quick Action to Limit Fire Damage to Louisiana Towing Vessel

A ruptured hydraulic hose spraying fuel on a hot engine caused a fire aboard a towing vessel in Louisiana’s Lake Salvador, according to the National

July 25, 2024
Total Views: 2309

Thursday, June 13, 2024
A tug escorts a containership at the Port of Los Angeles, California. Photo: Robert V Schwemmer / Shutterstock.com
Shipping

California Senate Committee Passes Bill Improving Safety of Harbor Vessel Emissions Regulation

The California Senate Transportation Committee has unanimously passed AB 1122, a bill ensuring the California Air Resources Board (CARB) cannot mandate the

June 13, 2024
Total Views: 1124

Thursday, May 23, 2024
Barges IN995423 and IB1938 against the lower dam gates. IB1913 is receiving methanol from IB1938 through a cargo transfer hose. U.S. Coast Guard Photo
Accidents

Barge Tow Hits Mooring on Ohio River During High Water Conditions: NTSB Report

A barge tow pilot failed to adjust for an intense outdraft current, leading to a collision on the Ohio River during high-water conditions in 2023, according to

May 23, 2024
Total Views: 5562

Thursday, April 11, 2024
Electric tug at Port of Vancouver
Shipping

Electric Tug Fleet Launches at Port of Vancouver

SAAM Towage, in collaboration with a consortium of public and private sector partners, has unveiled the first 100% electric, zero-emission tugboats at the Port

April 11, 2024
Total Views: 1418

Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Damage to Mark E Kuebler stern hull and fendering system from the Nisalah propeller. (Source: NTSB)
Accidents

NTSB Reveals Cause of Tug and Tanker Collision in Corpus Christi Ship Channel

National Transportation Safety Board says speed and hydrodynamic forces played a role in a collision between a tugboat and a tanker in the Corpus Christi Ship

March 5, 2024
Total Views: 6429
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