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Katie Jayne McGahan Hargreaves receiving her award from Maritime and Coastguard Agency Chief Executive Virginia McVea. (Photo: Maritime and Coastguard Agency)

UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency's Officer Trainee of the Year Announced

award that I hope encourages our cadets to strive for excellence."It demonstrates the quality we have coming through our academies and the abundance of talent we have training for the future."Maritime Minister Lord Davies said, "Congratulations to Katie, who truly embodies the spirit of maritime – her strong work ethic and early passion have molded her into a dedicated and outstanding officer."It is great to see the MCA celebrating outstanding individuals like Katie. This achievement not only reflects her hard work and commitment but also serves as a testament to the

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Back to School: Virtual Field Trip for 27,000 Students onboard Saipem 7000

. Here they met the commander, the site manager, the engineers and technicians who work on the execution of the projects, who shared the values that animate them and that make the creation of such large and complex works possible, such as creative ingenuity, valorization of skills and roles, team spirit, trust, attention to people, the environment and safety at work. The students observed the Saipem 7000 in full operation, both by visiting the command bridge, the engine room and by approaching the large lifting cranes used to install the wind turbines. Finally, they had the opportunity to experience

Source: US Navy

US Naval Construction Group 2 Welcomes Its First Woman Commander

a capability like no other to our Combatant Commanders,” said Solina. “I look forward to continuing the Seabee legacy, drawing on our rich history and traditions while adapting to the changing strategic environment to answer the call when our Nation needs Seabees and the ‘Can-Do’ spirit.”Solina’s assumption of command marks another milestone of women in the Seabees and civil engineer corps. Since Ens. Kathleen F. Lux, became the first women to become a civil engineer corps officer in 1942, Seabee women have risen through both the officer and enlisted ranks.Constructionman

Michael Hume (Photo: W&O Supply)

W&O Supply Appoints Hume as President

personal touch aligned with our culture made W&O an incredible place to work. We will miss his leadership and thank him for his contribution to W&O’s success.”Bergeron continued, “We are pleased to welcome Michael back to W&O. Michael brings enthusiasm and an entrepreneurial spirit to his leadership, which, combined with his expertise in the maritime industry, will drive W&O to build on its recent success.”Hume said, “I am extremely pleased to re-join W&O after my time away and look forward to building on Todd’s excellent work. As we continue our evolution

NTMA Holds Graduation Ceremony for Year 2021 Graduates

commented about the onboard training during a worldwide pandemic, saying, “I’m proud that each of you was able to overcome our anxieties about this pandemic and achieve your goals. NYK's job is to contribute to the lives of our customers and continue to earn their trust. This is the NYK spirit that has been cultivated over 137 years, and I believe that you, the graduates, will be able to embody it in the future.”NYK was the first Japanese company to establish a maritime academy in the Philippines, and NTMA is currently celebrating its 15th anniversary since opening in 2007. A total

Brendan Harris (Photo: Foreship)

Foreship Hires Harris in Director Role

for fleet capital improvements. Previously, as Senior Project Manager, Vessel Refurbishment, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, he took responsibility for more than $300 million in NCL vessel drydocks, with notable projects including the ‘westernization’ of NCL Joy and the high value NCL Spirit refurbishment.“This is a significant appointment by Foreship LLC of a leader in the field,” said Benjamin Sward, President, Foreship LLC. “Brendan is one of only a handful of professionals whose experience as a project manager include leading a $100 million-plus cruise refurbishment

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Semco Maritime Looking to Recruit More Than 200 People for Tyra, Greensand Work

positions before Q2 could seem a huge challenge – but Semco Maritime is optimistic that favorable work conditions, technically interesting jobs, and exciting professional challenges make the roles attractive. "The benefits of these roles include a high level of camaraderie and strong team spirit, great colleagues, and professional development, as well the opportunity to be part of historically important projects and contribute to the global green energy transition," Semco Maritime said.2/2 or 2/3 rotations"We are looking for people to work on some of the most interesting and exciting

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The Southern Devall Group Names Kenny Devall President and CEO

. We have full confidence in Kenny Devall and Kevin Conway as the respective leaders of TSDG and STC,” Sullivan said.Kenny Devall commented, “I am honored by the opportunity to continue the work that the Southern and Devall families started 70 years ago. The family values, entrepreneurial spirit and long-term customer partnerships is at the core of what guides us at TSDG. We are dedicated to supporting our customers and executing on our vision of being the maritime service partner of choice for our customers.&rdquo

Klaus Hilpert (Photo: Combi Lift)

Hilpert Joins Combi Lift as Managing Director

expansion of our logistics brand,” explained Dr. Martin Harren, CEO and Owner of the Harren & Partner Group.Hilpert, who brings to the role more than four decades of experience in the project logistics industry, said, “I am excited to joining this ambitious and winning team. The unique spirit and the quality of Combi Lift inspired me to take this wonderful opportunity from the very first conversation.&rdquo

Mikko Juelich (Photo: Stena Line)

Juelich Named Head of Stena Line in Germany

and also grow the company´s position in the central European market. From our commercial office in Hamburg, we will concentrate on stabilizing and growing the German business, with the main emphasis on our Kiel-Gothenburg and Rostock-Trelleborg route, and guided by our customers´ needs. In a spirit of cooperation and focus on service, we will secure our competitive advantage and further expand our pioneering role in sustainability,” said Mikko Juelich, Trade Director Germany at Stena Line

Carsten Treuer is FSG's new Head of Operations. Photo courtesy FSG

Shipbuilding: FSG Expands Management Team

to materials management, quality management and IT,” he said. “The shipyard’s good technological facilities as well as the equally good process understanding of the employees offer the best conditions for successful projects which are focused on the demands of the market.” Team spirit and open communication within his team are high on the priority list for the new division head.Treuer began his professional career with an apprenticeship as a shipbuilder before taking up studies in naval engineering. To his operational know-how, he adds international experience: "Very formative

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Ex-Bibby Offshore Man Takes Helm of Decom North Sea

– and DNS exists to provide a vital link between each group, facilitating their joint success.” Jinda Nelson, Chair of DNS’ board of directors added: “We are thrilled to welcome Fraser to Decom North Sea, knowing that his global decommissioning experience, entrepreneurial spirit, and engaging manner make him a perfect candidate to drive the DNS strategy.  “Highly respected and with  outstanding, well-documented leadership skills, Fraser’s passion for  this industry is clear and we are convinced that he will play an  important part in the future

Russ Holmes (Photo: VIKAND Solutions)

VIKAND Hires Holmes as Director of Business Development

best practices and results to the global maritime industry, including commercial shipping, private islands, the gas and oil energy sector, and the yachting market.“To this newly created role at VIKAND, Russ brings his wealth of medical expertise and maritime experience—and his indomitable spirit—to ensure our current and future clients receive the highest level of service. He has extensive knowledge of the global maritime industries, enabling us further engagement and capacity in providing our medical solutions in the return to safe sailing,” said Peter Hult, VIKAND CEO.Holmes

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Rolls-Royce to Boost Output for the US Navy

in the shipbuilding supply chain. Additionally, we would like to thank the Jackson County Economic Development Foundation for helping to coordinate the investment effort with the Jackson County board of supervisors, the Jackson County legislative delegation, and the state of Mississippi. This support and spirit of partnership have been instrumental in the success of the project.”Support from other partner organizations includes land, roadway and other infrastructure improvements, and additional workforce development assistance.The facility expansion will bring new jobs that are considered crucial

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COVID-19: Your LMS Can Help You Now More Than Ever

as possible. It is the innovation part that I wish to address here with some tips that go beyond training; tips I am observing our customers innovate and implement. Tips that help us solve some of the problems created by the impacts of this pandemic. My hat is off to these customers for their can-do spirit in these difficult times, using the tools at hand to solve new problems.With that, here are three different initiatives undertaken by our innovative customers to use their LMS to help them get through these times. If you have an LMS (or want to implement one quickly), one or more of these may help

Boriana Farrar is a familiar face in maritime circles, the Vice President and Counsel and a Senior Claims Executive and Business Development Director for the Americas at the Ship Owners Claims Bureau, Inc. managers of the American P&I Club.

Interview: Boriana Farrar, Ship Owners Claims Bureau

throughout the industry to adjust. “The insurance industry is a well-oiled machine, and it is also very adaptable. So if there is a product, we’ll find insurance for it. Overall, we are excited about it (autonomy). It’s the future.”Full Speed AheadBoriana truly embodies the spirit of participation, and it is easy to see that she gets as much as she gives from being an active participant in the maritime community. “I’ll allow myself to rephrase a quote by Kennedy: ‘Don’t think what you can take from shipping, think what you can contribute to it.&rsquo

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Forum Unveils eROV Simulator Training

The latest version of Forum Subsea Technologies’ VMAX simulator launched this week is designed to integrate with its next generation of electric remotely operated vehicles (eROV).The XLe Spirit was the first vehicle to be launched from the new range last year, and Forum announced on Wednesday that it has now added the eROV to its choice of vehicles within the simulator. The new lightweight and ergonomically designed eROV Hand Controller console can also be interfaced to VMAX to allow pilots to be trained in the use of the new console.The VMAX software is a 3D ROV simulation system which is

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