How the Jones Act Fleet Powered Florida’s Fuel Recovery After Hurricane Milton
By VOICES Staff. In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, the resilience of Florida’s fuel supply chain was put to the test. When the storm hit the Gulf Coast on October 9, there were concerns that fuel shortages could hit quickly throughout the state. But as we’ve seen time and again, the American maritime industry was […]
U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell Receives Legislator of the Year Award
By Great Lakes Maritime Task Force. On Monday, October 28, 2024, the Great Lakes Maritime Task Force (GLMTF) recognized Michigan Congresswoman Debbie Dingell for her efforts advocating for the Great Lakes Navigation System and the American workers that ensure a resilient maritime supply chain which drives the nation’s economic base. “The Great Lakes are not […]
Transportation Command welcomes Gen. Reed as new commander
SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. — Air Force Gen. Randall Reed assumed leadership of U.S. Transportation Command from Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost today. During the ceremony, Reed stressed USTRANSCOM is the leading warfighting entity in the Defense Department, from delivering aid to combat power. “Make no mistake,” Reed said, “the work we must do now to deter […]
Latest National Security Multi-Mission Vessel Testament to Pennsylvanian Manufacturing
By VOICES Staff. On September 9, 2024, the U.S. maritime community gathered at Philly Shipyard for the christening of the newest National Security Multi-Mission Vessel (NSMV), Patriot State. The ship is the second of five training ships and will be delivered to Massachusetts Maritime Academy, a prestigious institution that has been training leaders of the […]
BOATLIFT – An Untold Tale of 9/11 Resilience
By VOICES Staff. Watch the Full Documentary: About the Great Boatlift on 9/11: The “Boatlift” of 9/11 was the largest water evacuation in history. After road, tunnel, and railway closures out of New York City, over half a million people were stranded in lower Manhattan following the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center. […]
American Maritime Successfully Responds to Tropical Storm in Puerto Rico
By VOICES Staff. Tropical Storm Ernesto hit Puerto Rico earlier this August, bringing 60-mph winds and heavy rain. Despite the impact, American Maritime carriers like Crowley and TOTE Maritime maintained the vital supply chain between the U.S. mainland and Puerto Rico, ensuring no service delays. Crowley swiftly reopened service through careful preparation and safety measures. […]
Giants of Skilled Trades: Shawn Jenkins, Philly Shipyard
By Kacey Bowen, BlueForge Alliance. Shawn Jenkins is a dedicated Technical Instructor at the Philly Shipyard Training Academy, playing a pivotal role in training and supporting the upcoming generation of shipbuilders. His mission is to equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary not only to excel in their roles, but to advance the industry as a […]
Shipbuilders Council of America Announces 2024 Annual Safety Awards
By Shipbuilders Council of America. Winning Shipyards Received Award for Excellence in Safety, Award for Improvement in Safety, and Award for Significant Safety Achievement WASHINGTON – The Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA), the national association representing the U.S. shipbuilding, maintenance and repair industry, today announced its annual member safety awards for the 2023 calendar year. […]
Merchant Marine Academies Graduate Nearly 1,500 Officers
By VOICES Staff. This June saw nearly 1,500 graduates from the seven U.S. maritime academies of 2024 join the workforce. These men and women are poised to join a 650,000-strong workforce that has proved itself critical to America’s national, homeland and economic security. The graduates come from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point, N.Y.), […]
Senator Wicker: Jones Act Strengthens U.S. Navy & Merchant Shipping
By Senator Wicker (R-MS). Another day, another attack on the Jones Act. Colin Grabow and Scott Lincicome’s “Protectionism Kills U.S. Merchant Shipping” (op-ed, Feb. 26) calls for the law’s repeal. For hundreds of years, Congress has entrusted domestic maritime commerce to American companies, ships and mariners for a simple reason: It works. The law helps stabilize the nation’s […]
