Huntington Ingalls Industries Announces Commercial Release of REMUS 300 Unmanned Underwater Vehicle
This new, open architecture, small-class UUV can dive to depths of 305 meters (1,000 feet) and has endurance options up to 30 hours. Keep Reading
Coast Guard Announces New Pathways to Attain Merchant Mariner Credentials
M2M Program designed four NMC approved courses that leverage Coast Guard training, experience and qualifications to meet credentialing requirements for the above listed deck rated endorsements and officer licenses. Keep Reading
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The IMO Council has approved draft amendments to the IMO Convention to expand the size of the Council, extend the term of its Members and recognize three additional language texts as authentic versions of the IMO Convention. Keep Reading
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The International Maritime Organization has recognized the contributions of a long-standing maritime industry chief and has presented its highest bravery accolade to two maritime pilots from Brazil and an off-duty seafarer from the Philippines. Keep Reading
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Coast Guard Cutter Kimball Returns Home from Expeditionary Patrol in the Pacific
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Coast Guard Cutter Forward Returns Home After Two-Month Patrol
The Coast Guard Cutter Forward (WMEC 911) returned to its homeport in Portsmouth after a two-month patrol in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, working to suppress and eradicate the movement of illegal drugs in the region. Keep Reading
Beijing ‘Maritime Militia’ Reportedly Swarming Parts of the South China Sea
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