Crowley Names Graziuso Chief Information Officer
Crowley has named Erika Graziuso as its new Chief Information Officer, tapped to lead the company’s information technology and digital transformation strategy with a key focus on digital solutions, cybersecurity and responsible data management.“Erika brings a demonstrated track record of driving innovation that helps corporations prepare for the opportunities and challenges of today and tomorrow,” said Tom Crowley, Chairman and CEO. “As Crowley expands its technological capabilities to exceed the demands of a constantly changing landscape, Erika’s mastery of leading
Rodriguez Appointed Interim Director of MITAGS
proud to be a part of the MITAGS team,” Rodriguez said.A 1979 graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), Rodriguez sailed as a member of the International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots (MM&P). He came ashore in 1995 at Nautical Technology Corporation (NTC), a small data management company that developed the forerunner to some of ABS Group’s Nautical Systems products.Rodriguez returned to the USMMA in 1997 as an academy training representative where he managed the shipboard training assignments for hundreds of midshipmen, taught courses, and supported the academy&rsquo
Norwegian Petroleum Directorate Names New Senior Management Team
for organizational efficiency, he primarily worked on developing the group’s operating model, including the interface between IT and digitalization, and has contributed to the development and realization of digital improvement projects.May Karin Mannes (54) will be Director of NCS analysis and data management.Mannes’ responsibilities will include resource accounts, prognoses, NCS analyses, shelf data management and international work.Mannes has a business and economics degree (BAHons) from the University of Strathclyde in Scotland. Today, she is a director responsible for consultancy services
Study Highlights Benefits of Crew Management
solution for shipping companies, Cloud Fleet Manager which allows information to be centralized, processed and accessed in real time using apps and mobile devices. This includes the Cloud Crewing module, an all-in-one solution for professional crew management.Cloud Crewing includes the master data management of seafarers, planning crews on board as well as their relief, processing of activity-based payroll, management of the crew’s working and rest hours and detailed crew reports.Alexander says, “It is essential that shipping companies select crews of people who work well together to
UTEC Names Rahmatullah Middle East Director
, a global survey company in subsea services group Acteon, has appointed Nadir Rahmatullah as the commercial and strategy director of its Middle East and Caspian operations.Rahmatullah was most recently managing director of UTEC StarNet, a specialist division of UTEC providing survey, inspection and data management services to the oil and gas, telecommunication, renewables, civil engineering and nuclear sectors. He joined UTEC's parent company, Acteon Group, under its Pacer Program, which is designed to attract high-achieving, driven individuals. The program gave Rahmatullah the opportunity to work
DNV GL Hires Bendrik as Chief Digital Transformation Officer
Transformation, a newly established Group function, will support the whole organization on its digital transformation journey and will have a strong focus on creating value for DNV GL’s customers. Milestones on DNV GL’s digital roadmap over the past year include the launch of the data management platform Veracity, and the transfer of 90,000 certificates to a private blockchain, being the first in the certification industry to leverage this technology.
Principle Logistics Group Names Xeros as President
more than 30 years of proven logistics, sales, and business development experience to Principle Logistics Group, Xeros will focus on the company’s strategic management services, streamlining an already industry-leading transportation and logistics infrastructure, accelerating the level of data management and intelligence capabilities, and making sure that Principle’s customer service is second to none. Xeros has acquired extensive experience particularly in the logistics space working in a variety of strategic and management roles, including Distribution Manager at Boise Cascade, Director
NAPA Group Names Kuutti President
ship, reporting tools to communicate with shore-based offices effectively, as well as services provided by worldwide network of highly trained and experienced engineers. NAPA Shipping Solutions, headed by Executive Vice President, Naoki Mizutani, offers tools and services for enhanced ship data management, ship specific and fleet-wide performance analysis, and dynamic optimization of vessels’ routes, speed, and trim. The solutions provide ship owners, operators, charterers and other maritime stakeholders increased transparency in ship management, and improved technical and operational performanc
SSI Hires Holder for US Sales
Coast Region but will provide technical consultation to the shipbuilding and offshore industry throughout the United States. Holder brings experience to the new role, having utilized CAD software for over 20 years and sold and consulted with companies on implementations of 3D CAD/Analysis, data management and ERP integration for the last decade.
The Human Aspect of the Autonomous Ship
. Only time will tell if the net effect will be positive or negative.” Different Ships; Different Long Splices (skills) The shift envisioned is towards highly skilled professionals. The writers also note that, “… new skills are already being requested, mostly linked to data management and analysis. Other jobs linked to the engineering side of the technologies to come will include: data grid engineer, remote automation engineer, engineering and naval crew, onboard support technician, shore support specialist or cyber-attack specialist.” While not replacing the people
US Census Bureau Names Kelly FTD Chief
Kelly as the new Foreign Trade Division (FTD) Chief. Kelly is responsible for directing the plans and programs that provide the infrastructure for producing the monthly U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services (FT-900) Report, facilitating the implementation of security policy and providing data management support to other Economic Directorate programs. Dale has served the federal government for more than 28 years at the U.S. Census Bureau, working in the demographic, decennial, and economic directorates. In her previous FTD role, she was responsible for the development and maintenance of
