Matthew Peck Joins Teledyne Interconnect Solutions
Teledyne Interconnect Solutions, a part of Teledyne Marine, announced Matthew Peck has joined the organization as its new Outside Sales Manager. Based primarily in Houston, Peck will be leading the Interconnect sales team in serving customers in a wide range of industrial and marine markets.Peck spent the initial years of his career at JDR Cable Systems, working in the subsea oil and gas and offshore wind industries. He has been in s engineering and project management, covering global projects for subsea umbilicals and power cables. Then moving to private equity, led his company to aggressive growth
Port of Aberdeen Announces Leadership Appointments
the newly established positions of Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) Supervisor and Pilotage Supervisor, respectively.Port of Aberdeen handles 7,000 vessels annually, accounting for 45% of Scotland’s total vessel traffic. Spanning 7,600 meters of quayside and extensive operational areas, it serves a wide range of sectors, including oil and gas, offshore wind, cruise, cargo, and more
UK Chamber of Shipping names Hatcher Chief Executive
, "I am honored and excited to be appointed as the next Chief Executive of the UK Chamber of Shipping. It is a renowned organization, with industry-leading members that are vital to the UK’s economic prosperity and social wellbeing. I very much look forward to working with our members and the wide range of organizations, industries and companies across the maritime sector."With so many opportunities, as well as challenges, facing the industry both in the UK and across the world, coupled with a UK General Election this year, there is certainly plenty for us to do. I can’t wait
St. Lawrence Seaway Announces Board Changes
and Iron Ore” group, replacing Bronko Jazvac. In 2011, Valeri joined the steel-making organization ArcelorMittalDofasco, where until recently he was vice president, corporate affairs. As well, from 1993 to 2006, Valeri was an elected Member of Parliament where, during his tenure, he served in a wide range of portfolios, including as Minister of Transport.Similarly, at the 2023 AGM, Julie Lambert, president of Petro-Nav (Groupe Desgagnés), was elected to the SLSMC board of directors by the “Other Members” industry group, succeeding Raymond Johnston. Lambert joined Petro-Nav in
Port of Redwood City Names Coats Director of Operations
The Port of Redwood City announced that Christie Coats has joined its executive leadership team as director of operations, effective June 12. Coats will have a wide range of responsibilities related to the port’s daily activities, including spearheading various capital improvement projects aimed at enhancing the port’s infrastructure and expanding its capabilities. She will also be instrumental in managing port security grant programs and FEMA initiatives, ensuring the safety and security of port personnel, operations and the surrounding community. Leveraging her maritime
Career Moves: US Offshore Wind Powering Up
;s demands. Currently our GWO classes can accommodate 50-60 students per week with ability to expand as needed.”Regarding diversity, and whether separate initiatives are necessary to build a diverse workforce, Luhta commented, “The current offshore wind industry is represented by a wide range of Americans, and we expect the student body to be the same once students begin training regularly.”STAR Center is a not-for-profit division of the Safety & Education Plan of American Maritime Officers, the largest maritime labor organization for licensed merchant mariners in the U.S
US Maritime Industry Working to Solve the People Puzzle
For companies active in all parts of the commercial maritime sector, finding and holding onto the workers they need to build, operate and service the industry’s wide range of vessels has been challenging. Simply put, the labor market is tight, and the problem is not getting any easier to solve.Mike Ellis, CEO at American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL), said a continued shortage of qualified personnel has been the most pressing issue for ACBL—and probably for the barging industry as a whole. “There's been so much demand on people. It's been harder to get people in the door
Fugro's ROV Training Course Gets IMCA Approval
opportunity to attend the course in person at Fugro's recently opened ROV Training Centre of Excellence – a part of the Fugro Academy Training Centre in Plymouth. The comprehensive training program is designed to provide participants with a strong foundation in the ROV industry, covering a wide range of topics, including the history and development of the ROV industry, safety, environmental considerations, and hazard management," Fugro said.Fugro said in a press release that, meeting IMCA requirements, all new trainees must have a suitable educational background and a minimum of three
Mark Heward Named Director at MITAGS
Mark Heward aboard as the Director of MITAGS. Mark’s underway time, leadership, management and training experience together with being fully STCW qualified and his continuing education experience are a rare combination,” said Eric Friend, MITAGS Executive Director. “Mark’s wide range of experience and his interpersonal skills will benefit our entire organization and the MITAGS stakeholders as we continue to move forward and grow.”Heward joined the Royal Navy in 2001, where he undertook Fleet Time on HM Ships COVENTRY, SOMERSET and GRIMSBY and achieved his Junior Warfare
TDI-Brooks Hires Maxon as Senior Environmental Scientist
Cynda Maxon has joined TDI-Brooks as a senior environmental scientist, broadening the company’s environmental capabilities and services. She has more than 30 years of experience as a program manager, environmental chemist, field supervisor, and risk assessor encompassing a wide range of offshore and coastal projects throughout the world. She has a thorough understanding of environmental issues related to offshore exploration and production activities in oil and gas and mining industries, marine construction and decommissioning, and maintenance and remedial dredging.For the last 17 years
Port of Oakland launches 2023 Summer College Internship Program
program.“This program offers college students an opportunity to develop an understanding of the Port of Oakland’s mission and business objectives,” said Port of Oakland Director of Social Responsibility Amy Tharpe. “The goal is to allow college students to gain insight into a wide range of public sector and professional fields, while also creating a fun and hands-on experience.”Applications are being accepted through 5:00 p.m. PST on Friday, February 24, 2023. The Port of Oakland 2023 Summer College Internship Program runs from Monday, June 12, 2023, through Friday, August
HII Names Borkey Chief Technology Officer
hard to insure that our military holds the advantage with them.”Prior to joining HII, Borkey served as chief technology officer at Alion Science and Technology, Thales Defense and Security, and DRS Defense Solutions where he was responsible for the technical roadmap and program operations to a wide range of products, including RF communications, C5ISR solutions, remote sensors, radars, sonars, and cyber/electronic warfare products. Earlier in his career, Borkey performed a range of engineering and management assignments within Northrop Grumman and AT&T Bell Labs. He has a master’s degree
Deepsea Technologies Promotes Satterfield
Inc. announced it has promoted Rory Satterfield to Vice President Projects and Operations.Satterfield has worked for Deepsea Technologies in senior management roles since 2013.He is now responsible for the project execution and operational excellence as the firm engineers and manufactures a wide range of subsea products and equipment used in the offshore oil and gas industry.Prior to joining Deepsea Technologies, Satterfield was Vice President at Forum Energy Technologies and its predecessor Perry-Slingsby. He studied at the Nuclear Power School - Naval Nuclear Power Training Command (NNPTC)
Shahrom Bin Ali Joins BMT Singapore as Marine Engineer Surveyor
brings over 20 years of industry experience in P&I and H&M investigations, salvage and vessel operations to his new role.After obtaining his diploma in Maritime Engineering at the Singapore Polytechnic, Shahrom started his seagoing career at A.P. Moller, serving as a marine engineer on a wide range of different vessels, including very large crude carriers (VLCC), car carriers and containerships. He obtained his Class 1 certificate of competence (Unlimited Foreign Going) in 2006 and switched to the offshore industry in 2008 where he worked with anchor handling tug supply (AHTS) vessels and
Valaris Announces Executive Leadership Changes
and strategy officer. Lyne also held a number of senior operational and functional roles with Transocean before joining Seadrill. He has over 20 years of offshore drilling experience in various international locations.Vukadin has been with Valaris for eight years, helping to drive legal strategy on a wide range of matters including strategic transactions, mergers and acquisitions, complex negotiations and securities offerings. Before being named to his current position, he served as associate general counsel and secretary. Prior to joining Valaris, Vukadin practiced corporate and securities law with the
NAVTOR to Integrate Witherbys Pulications into NavStation
publications. With just a few clicks, bridge officers can retrieve, search and highlight a huge range of voyage-relevant publications, all of which are automatically updated for complete compliance through NAVTOR’s cyber-secure gateway NavBox.In addition to the reader module, NavStation offers a wide range of further simple, efficient, cost effective and smart shipping modules to automate takes, ensure compliance, improve safety, understand and optimise performance, and empower better decision making for individual vessels and entire organisations. It is a central component of NAVTOR’s unique
Steller Systems to Open New UK Office
.The new location joins Steller Systems' existing Grade II listed office in Nailsworth, Gloucestershire, and its rapid prototyping workshop which opened earlier this year in nearby Minchinhampton."With the continued increase in demand for Steller Systems’ services, our teams are busy on a wide range of projects including concept and detailed design, analysis, technical bid support, prototyping and trials," the company said.The firm said it will be adding a number of new staff members over the next two months, and added that it is also seeking additional naval architects and marine engineers
