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….
West Coast dockworkers have formally agreed to extend their contract three more years, guaranteeing a stable labor force as peak season is underway…(Read full article)
Seattle Seeks CEO
By Karen Robes Meeks
The search for a new executive director for the Port of Seattle has officially begun. The commission has posted the job after stakeholders weighed in on what qualities and attributes are needed in a potential port leader. ..(Read full article)
More Port Bicycles
By Karen Robes Meeks
Port of Vancouver USA received a $485,000 grant from the Southwest Washington Regional Transportation Council (RTC) to develop a multimodal path at Terminal 1.. (Read full article)
Los Angeles Port Awards Grants
By Karen Robes Meeks
About 34 organizations will receive grants totaling nearly $1 million from the Port of Los Angeles for projects that improve and enhance the waterfront and communities within the San Pedro Bay… (Read full article)
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