As part of our Career Connect Washington Maritime Sector ongoing work, we actively track, document, and inform about emerging technologies and trends. The following article is about the Working Waterfront Act being introduced by Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski.

As part of our Career Connect Washington Maritime Sector ongoing work, we actively track, document, and inform about emerging technologies and trends. The following article reviews alternate powered workboats, and specifically the hydrogen powered towboat by the Elliott Bay Design Group.

As part of our Career Connect Washington Maritime Sector ongoing work, we actively track, document, and inform about emerging technologies and trends. The following article is a recent announcement of the open application process for Dakota Creek Industries three-year paid apprenticeship program.

As part of our Career Connect Washington Maritime Sector ongoing work, we actively track, document, and inform about emerging technologies and trends. The following article is a recent announcement of Gunderson Marine, Portland, Oregon, plans to open a training center this spring.

As part of our Career Connect Washington Maritime Sector ongoing work, we actively track, document, and inform about emerging technologies and trends. The following article by the National Fisherman reviews the newly launched F/V Petten’s Legacy of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.

As part of our Career Connect Washington Maritime Sector ongoing work, we actively track, document, and inform about emerging technologies and trends. The following article by the American Maritime Partnership explains why the Jones Act is critical to the military strategy of the United States.

As part of our Career Connect Washington Maritime Sector ongoing work, we actively track, document, and inform about emerging technologies and trends. The following article is an announcement of Fluid Motion, builder of Ranger Tugs, Cutwater and Solara, promotion of Sam Bisset from marketing director to vice president of marketing.

As part of our Career Connect Washington Maritime Sector ongoing work, we actively track, document, and inform about emerging technologies and trends. The following article addresses the federal government’s handling of sexual assault and sexual harassment (SASH) incidents aboard vessels.

As part of our Career Connect Washington Maritime Sector ongoing work, we actively track, document, and inform about emerging technologies and trends. Read more about Yamaha Motor Co. Acquiring Torqeedo.

As part of our Career Connect Washington Maritime Sector ongoing work, we actively track, document, and inform about emerging technologies and trends. Check out this article on the new 40-foot long by 14-foot beam high-tunnel catamaran shark diving boat. The vessel Kamohoali’i was built by local boatbuilder BRIX Marine located in Port Angeles.

As part of our Career Connect Washington Maritime Sector ongoing work, we actively track, document, and inform about emerging technologies and trends. The following article addresses the current shortage of mariners in the maritime workforce and possible solutions.

Click on the following link for more information. Top 10 2023 News Story: Labor: A growing problem, January 10, 2024, WorkBoat.

Stationed at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory PNNL-Sequim campus, Research Vessel (RV) Resilience is the first hybrid vessel in the Department of Energy fleet. RV Resilience is able to operate on diesel engines or in a completely electric mode using onboard battery banks. These batteries can be charged with the diesel engines, at any marina, or through a rapid charging station at the PNNL-Sequim campus dock.

The Washington Maritime Federation (WMF) released a study documenting the tremendous impact of maritime businesses and activities on Washington State’s economy. The average annual compensation in maritime-related jobs is $112,000 including benefits. The study details an industry that is a foundation of our state’s economy and a leader in innovation and sustainability.

As part of our Career Connect Washington Maritime Sector ongoing work, we actively track, document, and inform about emerging technologies and trends. Technology will drive maritime workforce development and programming at all levels, ensuring student technicians, the current workforce, and faculty have access to relevant, standards-based curriculum and professional development opportunities. Click on the following link for more information.

Navigating Sustainability: Ammonia’s Potential for Maritime Shipping, October 17, 2023, Maritime Executive – this article discusses decarbonization efforts and the viability of ammonia as a fuel.

Congratulations to the Wood Technology Center at Seattle Central College! The program is receiving a $750,000 grant through the Lowe’s Foundation. The grant will help support the training and preparation of students for the skilled trades. The Wood Technology Center at Seattle Central College offers several programs, including boat building/fine carpentry.