by Connor Marion | Jan 30, 2025 | Insights, Law Enforcement
The maritime industry continues to grapple with a persistent shortage of qualified mariners, impacting vessel operations across sectors. With rising wages, evolving regulatory requirements, and a constrained labor pool, securing experienced crew has become a critical...
by Connor Marion | Dec 9, 2024 | Insights
Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs), often referred to as drone boats or sea drones, are redefining maritime operations. These advanced vessels, capable of autonomous or remote-controlled operation, bridge the gap between costly crewed vessels and static buoy systems....
by Eric Macey | Dec 3, 2024 | Insights
Portable Offshore Accommodation Modules (PAMs) are essential in supporting offshore oil and gas exploration and production. These modules are deployed on various vessels, ranging from shallow-water drill barges to deep-water drill ships. Over the years, PAMs have...
by Ian Holtzworth | Nov 27, 2024 | Insights
Earlier this month I had the privilege of attending my first WorkBoat show in New Orleans. This may come as a surprise to many, as I’ve been in the maritime industry since 2009 first as a cadet during my time at the US Merchant Marine Academy, then as a deck...
