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PACIFIC MARITIME MAGAZINE
By Chris Philips, Managing Editor
In 1994, the US Coast Guard stopped training its cadets in Morse code and changed the name of the rating from “radioman” to “information systems technician.”
In 2010 the Coast Guard Navigation Center in Alexandria, Virginia coordinated the shutdown of the North American Long Range Navigation-C signal.
The reason for both of these actions was the advent of modern technology. While some may disagree with the decision, one can be sure that modern technology has taken the place of the older systems….
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 Oakland Cold Ironing
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In an effort to lower ship-generated pollution, the Port of Oakland is moving forward with a new $230,000 high-voltage cable system that will allow more ships to link to shore power…(Read full article)
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Cleaner Harbor Craft
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The nation’s two busiest seaports are looking to test new technologies that could make the engines of existing tugboats, barges and other harbor craft cleaner…(Read full article)
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Cleanest Marina
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By Karen Robes Meeks
The Charleston Marina earned perfect marks on its latest Clean Marina Inspection, the Oregon International Port of Coos Bay announced earlier this month. The marina received a 44 out of 44 on the inspection. .. (Read full article)
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New Finance Director at Long Beach
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By Karen Robes Meeks
A familiar face is returning to the Port of Long Beach’s Finance and Administration Bureau… (Read full article)
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