Mack Boring Promotes Ponnwitz to Lead New Sustainable Energy Division
with the ePropulsion product line,” said Patrick McGovern, President and CEO of Mack Boring. “Chris has been an exemplary leader for our company, and he’s a fast learner who has been working relentlessly to promote electric propulsion. We are known to invest in promising new products for the markets we serve, and the combination of our expertise in building brand recognition and after sales channels with ePropulsion’s best-in-class line of electric propulsion systems, is an ideal union.”Ponnwitz started with Mack Boring in 2015 as Marketing Manager and in 2021 he
Xeneta Appoints Chief Product Officer
insights and further personalization of the experience for customers. We want to display relevant data with the right context so that we can shorten the time it takes for customers to identify the most relevant insights for their business.“I see my job as bringing clarity and focus on how the products we are launching today are supportive of the longer-term vision to change the way freight is bought and sold.”Xeneta CEO Patrik Berglund said: “I knew we needed a global talent who brings a unique understanding of the Xeneta platform, the problems we are trying to solve for customers
Manta Marine Technologies Announces New Leadership
will be the new CCO.“I am confident that Manta Marine Technologies, with Ina at the helm of its new leadership team, will continue to excel at advancing sustainable solutions for the maritime industry,” said new owner, Okapi Supply Trading Advisory SA CEO, Mohamed J. Ndao. “All our products, such as FuelOpt and shore power solutions, are well known for their ability to help make vessels greener. Our new team will build on this success and ensure that we help our sector move closer towards a low and zero carbon future,”“By becoming part of the Okapi family we will be able
Alex Johnson Named New Director of Products for Cellula Robotics
Canada-based marine technology company Cellula Robotics announced it has appointed Alex Johnson as its new director of products.In his new role, Johnson will spearhead the technological advancement of all of Cellula’s product lines and ensure the successful execution of build projects.Johnson previously served as Cellula’s director of autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) products, overseeing the development of the company's AUV technology."Cellula is dedicated to developing and delivering cutting-edge, high-quality, and dependable AUVs and subsea solutions. Our primary focus is on
Gladys Goh takes the Helm at Nippon Paint Marine
in 2006, driving the brand to become Malaysia's top coatings provider and subsequently led expansion into new markets. She concurrently serves as Senior Vice-President, Strategic Innovation & Marketing at NIPSEA Group.Over the course of 2024, Nippon Paint Marine plans to launch several new products to market, including expanding its leading antifouling solution, FASTAR, to incorporate Hydrogel ‘water-trapping’ technology for both ocean-going and coastal-range vessels. It is also focusing on developing low VOC in both antifouling and anticorrosion coatings to meet regulatory compliances
TCarta Plans Bathymetric Mapping Workshop for Jamaica
TCarta Marine, a global provider of hydrospatial products and services, will conduct a week-long coastal bathymetric mapping workshop for hydrographic surveyors in Jamaica. The workshop will be hosted by the Jamaica National Land Agency (NLA) and funded by The Nippon Foundation-GEBCO Seabed 2030 project.Scheduled for the week of February 5, 2024, at the NLA Surveys & Mapping Division headquarters in Kingston, Jamaica, the workshop will instruct participants in the use of satellite-derived bathymetry (SDB) technology with the TCarta Trident Geoprocessing Toolbox. The software-as-a-service SDB
Leichtfried Named Head of Danfoss Drives in N. America
a compelling value proposition for our customers, offering application leadership and support to facilitate their decarbonization efforts.”“Our region has a strong trend of growth for Danfoss Drives,” said Rick Sporrer, president of Danfoss North America. “With high-quality products, and our experienced and competent team on the ground, we have the foundation to take a leading position in the North America region. Hannes brings a wealth of experience and a strong track record, and I look forward to working with him to increase our market share in North America.”Leichtfried
New Leadership at Mustang Survival and Wing Group
level to implement iterative efficiency process to manufacturing. We are starting the year strong by adding these two experienced professionals to the workforces of Mustang Survival and the Wing Group as we’re looking ahead to continue to serve our customers and consumers better with the best products available.&rdquo
VideoRay Names Snyder Director of Applications Engineering, Integration and Testing
Snyder's addition to the team, said, "Jeff Snyder's comprehensive experience and proven track record are exactly what the VideoRay team needs as we continue to grow and innovate at a rapid pace. His leadership will help ensure we continue our commitment to delivering the highest reliability products, as we delve into rapidly expanding technology advancements. "Snyder adder, “I have had the pleasure of working with VideoRay as a customer and partner for over 15 years, benefitting from their tradition of reliable products and industry-leading advancement in the small vehicle market
Chevron Names Yavuz GM for its Global Marine Lubricants
Chevron announced it has appointed Ayten Yavuz as the new General Manager, Global Marine Lubricants.Yavuz joined Chevron in 1991 and has held notable positions over three decades at the company. Most recently, Yavuz was the Regional Manager of Chevron Marine Products for North West Europe and the Americas.In her new role, Yavuz will be responsible for charting the course toward profitable growth, innovation and development within the marine business sector, Chevron said. She will also lead efforts aimed at bolstering Chevron's commitment to participate in the marine industry's lower carbon
Interview: Juha Kytölä, Director of R&D and Engineering, Wärtsilä
does it add to Wartsila’s overall capability in helping to create and deliver decarbonization technologies in the maritime sector?We indeed have made great investment within Wärtsilä for developing the facilities and the infrastructure so that we can make steps forward in developing new products and solutions. Here in Finland, in Vaasa, we have a long industrial heritage with more than 100 years operations on the same site, which consists of older and modern facilities. Wärtsilä made a bold decision a few years ago to completely build new facilities, to relocate the activity
Ascot Appoints New Head of Marine
of the Inland Marine Underwriters Association, having previously served as Vice Chair on the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Education Committee."At Ascot we are committed to adding best-in-class talent to our underwriting units while providing a client-centric approach to our service, products, and solutions,” said Kramer. "Pat is a seasoned leader in the industry, and his deep knowledge in the marine space will support our continued success and growth in the critically important U.S. marine market."
Thompson Joins Valeport as Product Manager
Valeport’s Innovation and Product Department working with respected hydrographic professional, Iain Slade, who leads this department.Drawing on her operational oceanographic experience, Thompson’s new role sees her assisting in shaping the product strategy for all Valeport and Valeport Water products. Her responsibilities encompass generating innovative ideas and managing the product lifecycle from inception to customer delivery and beyond. Amy collaborates closely with the broader team to ensure Valeport’s product portfolio remains relevant and aligned with current and future customer
Kent Young Joins GIT Board of Directors
to enhance customer value will further enhance GIT’s market position.“I am excited to join the GIT board of directors and support GIT’s leadership team to execute on their mission to provide innovative, sustainable coating solutions to ship owners and operators around the world—products that truly have an impact on energy efficiency and global sustainability targets,” Young said.GIT CEO, Mo AlGermozi, said, “This appointment will see us further expand our intellectual capabilities through Kent’s coatings expertise and leadership. We are excited to welcome Kent
Margo Newcombe Joins VideoRay as Marketing VP
and global expansion,” said Chris Gibson, VideoRay’s chief executive officer. “We look forward to her leadership in developing an innovative, strategic direction for our company’s marketing and partners programs. Newcombe added, “I’ve known VideoRay’s products for many years and am honored to now work alongside this fantastic team of professionals. I look forward to this new challenge and opportunity to positively contribute to the continued growth of this iconic organization.&rdquo
Attracting More People of Color to the Maritime Workforce
same time period, U.S. ports have facilitated approximately 450,000 ships, which is more than 10% of the global amount (McLean, 2021). Some examples of international maritime cargo include containerized freight; dry bulk ships for grain bulk, palletized and non-containerized cargo; tankers for energy products such as oil, gas and crude; cruise ships and ferries for tourism; and roll-on/ roll-off for vehicular trade.According to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the maritime industry directly employs more than 2 million seafarers – the vast majority in high-paying jobs (in May of 2022
Biden Encourages Continued Collective Bargaining in US Ports Dispute
California to Washington state have been working without a contract since July.The West Coast is home to the busiest U.S. container port complex at Los Angeles/Long Beach. Pacific Coast ports are an important engine of the U.S. economy and handle everything from apparel and furniture to agricultural products and automobiles."I can say that the President respects the collective bargaining process as the best way to hold workers and employers to reach mutually beneficial solutions," the White House spokesperson told reporters in a press briefing."The path forward is for the port workers
