New York and New Jersey is #1! 🚢 Historic import and export container processing in the month of August pushed the Port of New York and New Jersey to the No. 1 spot outpacing both the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.
Maritime Prosperity Forum
New Speakers Added!
Careers in Maritime
Check out this presentation created by the U.S. Committee on the Marine Transportation System. This webinar provides some basic information about maritime related careers.
The Maritime Prosperity Forum: New York Marine Transportation and Offshore Wind
 The Maritime Prosperity Forum September 15th, 2022 The Maritime Association of the Port of NY/NJ has partnered with the Coast Guard Foundation to host a unique and in-depth discussion with experts from government, maritime, legal and financial industries on the future of New York’s marine transportation and offshore wind industries. The panel will focus on maritime safety, regulatory issues, and economic factors relating to offshore wind and related industries in New York and beyond. PANELISTS Peter Lion, Senior Advisor, Offshore Wind, NYSERDA John Mansolillo, Northeast Marine Affairs Manager, Ørsted Captain Zeita Merchant, Commander, Coast Guard Sector New York Dana Merkel, Maritime Associate, Blank Rome LLP Alex Parker, Managing Partner, Rose Cay Maritime Michael Stamatis, President and CEO, Red Hook Terminals This dynamic conversation will be moderated by Jeanne Meserve, Emmy Award winner and former anchor and correspondent for CNN and ABC News. WHERE Cipriani Wall Street 55 Wall Street, NYC 11:30 AM Doors Open 12:00 PM Lunch and Panel Discussion, followed by networking RSVP Click to RSVP NO FEE TO ATTEND The event is courtesy of the Maritime Association of the Port of NY/NJ, the Coast Guard Foundation and our generous sponsors. SPONSORED BY  Please contact cgf@emerson-events.com for sponsorship opportunities and with any questions. |
Update to the Deep Draft Working Group Navigation Guidelines
Revised Navigation Guidelines were issued for the Port of NY/NJ – complete details are available in COAST GUARD ADVISORY NOTICE (CGAN 2022-009). Important to note – prior to starting a ULCV inbound from Ambrose the berth must be confirmed “clear”.
Shipping 101 September 19-23
The Maritime Association is dedicated to developing a well-informed network of leaders in the maritime industry who are prepared to cross boundaries between sectors, work effectively in the intermodal atmosphere, and work in a spirit of a shared commitment to supply chain success. The Association is proud to host educational functions to further develop future maritime leaders. Shipping 101 is a comprehensive 32-hour interactive course that reviews the entire ocean shipping process. From maritime history, export/import processing, geography, key terminology, and marine operations, Shipping 101 offers a wide variety of competencies needed to navigate the maritime industry. The next Shipping 101 course will be held September 19-23 at The Seamen’s Church Institute. Space fills up fast please click the clink below for informaiton on how to register.
https://nymaritime.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/MAPONYNJ-APPLICATION-Shipping-101-2022.pdf
Captain Brian McAllister
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Captain Brian McAllister. Captain McAllister was a long time champion and member of the Maritime Association while also being a beloved member of the New York Maritime Community. He cared deeply for the men and women who worked with him on the water. Our thoughts are with the entire McAllister Towing family during this difficult time. https://www.mcallistertowing.com/about-mcallister/captain-brian/
National Logistics Day
Today, the Maritime Association of the Port of New York and New Jersey would like to say thank you to all the hardworking professionals working in the logistics industry. You are the unsung heroes whose efforts continue to strengthen the economy locally and abroad; we honor and appreciate everything that you do.
2022 International Maritime Hall of Fame Ad Journal
We are proud to present the 2022 International Maritime Hall of Fame Ad Journal. Thank you to all of our sponsors and supporters.
Meet the Inductee, John A. Witte, Jr., President and CEO, Donjon Marine, Co., Inc.
John A. Witte, Jr. is President and CEO of Donjon Marine, Co., Inc., officially taking over for his father in January 2021. After spending his youth following his father as he built Donjon Marine from a two-man operation, Mr. Witte initially was a Diver and Salvage Technician and has also served as an Assistant Salvage Master, Salvage Master, and Project Manager. He served as Project Manager for the Federal Salvage Response to Hurricanes Katrina and Rita in the Gulf of Mexico. Over his forty plus years with Donjon Marine, Mr. Witte has participated in, and ultimately directed, Donjon’s activities in virtually all of Donjon’s Marine and related activities. Mr. Witte is also Director and provides oversight guidance to one of Donjon’s more recent endeavors, Donjon Shipbuilding & Repair, LLC, the largest shipyard of its kind on the Great Lakes.
If you would like to congratulate John A. Witte, Jr. and his accomplishments, we have introduced the Congratulatory Video Sponsorship which provides an opportunity to submit a 30-second message to the honorees. Contact IMHOF_Awards@bsya.com with any questions or for more information on all of our sponsorship opportunities.