Professional Mariner Magazine - April 2020
Professional Mariner Magazine - April 2020
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In this issue
The tools and techniques for salvaging ships improved dramatically in the 20th century with the advent of more powerful pumps and a host of other advancements. The technological changes have continued in the 21st century as the need to safeguard the environment has become as important as the recovery of vessels and their cargoes. In the April issue of Professional Mariner, we examine the new focus and what it takes for salvors to stay on top of their game. Coverage for the month also includes industry concern over potential loopholes in a recent U.S. ruling on the Jones Act; a new study that links depression and anxiety among mariners to an increase in onboard injuries and illnesses; and financial problems at Bouchard Transportation that have stranded ATB crews on two coasts. Plus Capt. Kelly Sweeney’s Mariner’s Notebook and full maritime casualty coverage for the U.S. and Canada.
Signals
Jones Act ruling plagued by ‘potential loopholes,’ industry groups say
3 mins
Study finds depression, suicidal thoughts prevalent among seafarers
While Yale University’s recent Seafarer Mental Health Study paints a sobering picture of life at sea, it also should serve as a catalyst for improvements, industry officials say.
3 mins
Salvors push to dismantle Golden Ray before hurricane season
The vehicle carrier Golden Ray, which capsized in September after leaving Georgia’s Port of Brunswick, remained submerged on its side in mid-February as salvors finalized plans to break it up for removal. The ship was loaded with about 4,200 vehicles when it rolled over.
2 mins
Towing
Tows running Ohio River get big lift at new Olmsted Locks
5 mins
New York tugboat family casts century-long line at sea
After John McKay graduated from high school in 1917 and began looking for a job, one docked at his feet.
7 mins
New Metal Shark duo speeds Lower Miss. pilot transfers
Belle Chasse Marine Transportation (BCMT) began operations in 1977 on the Mississippi River with one crew boat.
2 mins
Casualties
Three dead after collision sinks towboat on Lower Mississippi
4 mins
Lobster boat holes tanker in open-sea collision off Martha's Vineyard
A lobster boat and a loaded tanker collided in open water south of Martha’s Vineyard, Mass., and the Coast Guard is trying to piece together what happened.
2 mins
TSB faults BC Ferries' crew practices in rescue boat accident
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) has determined that informal crew practices and insufficient supervision were contributing factors in a training accident on a BC Ferries vessel.
3 mins
New age of salvage puts premium on safeguarding environment
The tools and techniques for salvaging ships improved dramatically in the 20th century with the advent of more powerful pumps, safer diving apparatus and a host of other advancements.
5 mins
Professional Mariner Magazine Description:
Publisher: Maritime Publishing LLC
Category: Business
Language: English
Frequency: Monthly
Tugs, towboats, cargo, government, passenger, spill response, pilot boats, offshore support, salvage, dredge and fireboats - Professional Mariner covers them all. Plus, only Professional Mariner gives you all the essential information you need to advance your maritime business or career including the latest news and in-depth, investigative reporting on maritime casualties, regulations, legislation, shipbuilding, safety, technology, business/management issues and more.
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