Pacific Maritime Online Magazine News for September 29, 2015

PACIFIC MARITIME MAGAZINE

By Kathy A. Smith 

From Eastern Washington grain and produce to Aerospace, oil and containerized cargo, Puget Sound ports serve much of the West Coast and much of the inland west. Although each port has its niche market, competition is heating up, and Puget Sound facilities must upgrade to remain vital, while working within the ever-increasing regulatory framework.

Allies
The Northwest Seaport Alliance is now a reality. Recently, the Federal Maritime Commission and the Ports of Seattle and Tacoma commissioners voted unanimously to approve the new…MORE

Shell Suspends Offshore Alaska Drilling

By Mark Edward Nero

Shell Oil on September 28 said it is indefinitely suspending exploration activity in offshore Alaska for the foreseeable future due to a lack of oil and gas found in its Burger J exploration well. (Read full article)

USCG Detains Cargo Vessel in Tacoma

By Mark Edward Nero

The M/V Rena, a 751-foot Bahamian-flagged cargo vessel, was detained by the US Coast Guard at the Port of Tacoma on September 24 due to safety deficiencies. The vessel is required to remain in port until the deficiencies are rectified. (Read full article)

Port of Walla Walla Director Retiring

Oakland Port Revenue Reaches All-Time High