Our 4Friend Peter Swanson recently wrote in his Substack publication Loose Cannon about a disturbing incident regarding a boat fire and the insurance company’s reaction to this including suing the insured in federal court.
A proposed speed restriction on East Coast boaters would have devastated coastal communities and small businesses. Local and boating advocates made their concerns heard and the restriction was struck down. Now NOAA is seeking public comment on possible new regulations. Make your voice heard before the June 2, 2026 Deadline.
Proponents of the historic Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Agreement (BBNJ) United Nations treaty hail progress as it takes effect. Meanwhile, nations eager to sign a non-binding agreement hesitate to commit to ratification.
Washington State Jumbo Mark II class ferry Wenatchee has just set a record as the largest hybrid-electric ferry in the United States. The saga includes delays, a state system struggling to restore full service, and hope for tangible progress in the days ahead.
What inspires democrats like Mark Kelly, John Fetterman, and Tammy Baldwin to team up with republicans like Rick Scott, Lisa Murkowski, and even President Donald Trump? American maritime, that’s what. The SHIPS for America Act is reintroduced as a bold vision for an exciting new era of comprehensive maritime resurrection.
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The SHIPS for America Act, introduced on Dec. 19, 2024, aims to revitalize U.S. shipbuilding and maritime industries, strengthen supply chains, and boost national security by adding 250 U.S.-flagged vessels.