Washington Maritime Economy Grows Stronger -Study
continues to play a central role in Washington’s diverse, strong economy,” said Gov. Jay Inslee. “Working waterfronts are sources of technological innovation and resilience, supporting good jobs and new business opportunities from the Pacific and Puget Sound coastlines to the Columbia River and beyond.” The study finds the maritime sector directly supported 69,500 jobs, nearly $4.7 billion in wages and $17.1 billion in business revenue in 2015. The average wage for a maritime worker was $67,000 in 2015 compared to the statewide average of $56,700, a significant increase
O’Hollaren Named Port of Portland Marine Marketing Director
, starting March 20, 2017. O’Hollaren previously served as the executive director of the Port of Longview and the Port of Port Angeles, and brings more than 25 years of experience in the maritime industry to the role. Additionally, O’Hollaren served as the chair of the Interstate Columbia River Improvement Project, responsible for the project to deepen the Columbia River shipping channel, and is a past chairman of the American Association of Port Authorities. “We are excited to have Ken’s ideas and expertise as we look to grow our strong position as an auto
Port of Portland Director Announces Retirement
;s 16-year tenure with the U.S. West Coast port has included major milestones in the organization’s history. At the marine terminals specifically, his legacy includes several hundred million dollars of infrastructure investment made by port marine terminal tenants following the $199 million Columbia River navigation channel deepening project leading to the growth and retention of key waterfront jobs, as well as significant growth in auto shipping induced by the start of exports of American-made Fords and Lincolns to Asia. “It has been an enormous privilege to have served the port
ICTSI Efforts to Labor Slowdowns
, union workers continue receiving full pay and benefits, even as they inflict significant damage on the local, regional and national economies. “As a port operator, ICTSI Oregon has deep relationships with local small businesses, farmers, and the import and export community throughout the Columbia River region and Western states. We identify with the significant pain they continue to experience as a result of the ILWU’s actions during the most recent contract negotiations,” said ICTSI Oregon CEO Elvis Ganda. “If enacted, the PLUS Act will help ensure that a small number of
Columbia River Bar Pilots Taking Applicants
The Oregon Board of Maritime Pilots and Columbia River Bar Pilots are currently accepting applicants to fill expected vacancies in the next few years. Applicants must have at least one year sea time as Master on ships over 5,000 GT to apply and two years sea time to be accepted. The pilots are an equal opportunity organization looking for Captains with a broad range of experience, capable of working in the demanding conditions of the winter bar, have the command personality to handle the wide ranging decision making required and be willing and able to contribute to the running of the business side
