A recent virtual meeting of the Paducah Propeller Club included remarks from the congressman representing far western Kentucky concerning federal legislation closely involving the river industry. About 20 people attended… Read More
Towing Vessel Inspection Bureau
The American Waterways Operators (AWO), as part of its monthly webinar series addressing the impacts of COVID-19 on the maritime industry, hosted a panel of experts May 12 that focused… Read More
For the second year, 40 of the industry’s future leaders were honored at the Inland Marine Expo with the “40 Under 40” award. All 40 honorees were nominated by executives… Read More
On September 18, the Coast Guard released a revised policy letter, CG-CVC Policy Letter 17-02, Change-2, that credits external vessel audits conducted within three years prior to the issuance of… Read More
The past few years have been busy ones for Jo Ann Salyers as towing operators readied for the final implementation of Subchapter M. As the sole proprietor of consulting firm… Read More
A new and timely addition to the agenda at the Gulf Intracoastal Canal Association’s annual seminar August 1–3 was a panel titled “Brownwater Women,” which featured six women in conversation… Read More
Bellaire Harbor Service LLC, Bellaire, Ohio, was awarded a Certificate of Inspection (COI) from the Coast Guard through the Towing Vessel Inspection Bureau (TVIB) for the mv. Quaker State on… Read More
On June 27, Crounse Corporation’s mv. Eva Kelley was the first vessel in its fleet to receive its Certificate of Inspection (COI). Dylan Hesley, manager of safety, along with the… Read More
The May 22 panel discussion of Subchapter M at the Inland Marine Expo was packed, with standing-room only. It was one more sign that interest in Subchapter M remains high,… Read More
Subchapter M To Hit New Milestone This Summer The Navy and Coast Guard call the first cruise of a new vessel a “shakedown cruise,” during which its performance is assessed,… Read More
