AMERICAN MARINER

  • General
    • Vessel Name : AMERICAN MARINER 0
    • Operator : AMERICAN STEAMSHIP CO. 0
    • Ships Type (ICST) : 229 0
    • Vessel Type : 06 0
    • Construction : A 0
  • Engine
    • Horsepower rating : 7000 0
  • Location
    • City : WILLIAMS- VILLE 0
    • STATE : NY 0
  • Capacity
    • Net Tonnage : 11245 0
    • Full Load Capacity : 41800 232
  • Size
    • Register length : 715.5 257
    • Regular Breadth : 78 257
    • Overall Length : 730 257
    • Overall Breadt : 78.1 257
    • Load draft : 30.9 257
    • Light Draft : 12 257
    • Height : 112 257
  • Other
    • Year : 1980 0
    • EQUIP2 : BELT 0
    • EQUIP1 : SELF-UNLOADER, 0
    • Coast Guard Number : 619736 0

AMERICAN STEAMSHIP CO.

  • Area of Operation : GREAT LAKE PORTS AND ST. LAWRENCE SEAWAY 0
  • Principal Commodity : COAL, STONE, SAND, GYPSUM, SALT, ORE, GRAIN AND POTASH 0

ADAM E. CORNELIUS

  • Type : 06 0
  • Construction : A 0

AMERICAN CENTURY

  • Type : 06 0
  • Construction : A 0

AMERICAN COURAGE

  • Type : 06 0
  • Construction : A 0

AMERICAN INTEGRITY

  • Type : 06 0
  • Construction : A 0

AMERICAN SPIRIT

  • Type : 06 0
  • Construction : A 0

AMERICAN VALOR

  • Type : 06 0
  • Construction : A 0

AMERICAN VICTORY

  • Type : 06 0
  • Construction : A 0

BUFFALO

  • Type : 06 0
  • Construction : A 0

BURNS HARBOR

  • Type : 06 0
  • Construction : A 0

H. LEE WHITE

  • Type : 06 0
  • Construction : A 0

INDIANA HARBOR

  • Type : 06 0
  • Construction : A 0

JOHN J. BOLAND

  • Type : 06 0
  • Construction : A 0

SAM LAUD

  • Type : 06 0
  • Construction : A 0

ST. CLAIR

  • Type : 06 0
  • Construction : A 0

WALTER J. MCCARTHY JR.

  • Type : 06 0
  • Construction : A 0

News

Trump Signs Executive Order to Revitalize US Maritime Industry

Trump Signs Executive Order to Revitalize US Maritime Industry

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at ‘restoring American maritime dominance’ through the revival of domestic shipbuilding industry and weakening China’s grasp on the global shipping market.The Order directs the creation of a Maritime Action Plan (MAP) to revitalize U.S.

One Year Ago Today: U.S. Maritime Industry Delivers in Wake of FSK Bridge Collapse

One Year Ago Today: U.S. Maritime Industry Delivers in Wake of FSK Bridge Collapse

We are at the one-year since the Francis Scott Key (FSK) Bridge collapsed over the Patapsco River’s Fort McHenry Channel in Baltimore, Maryland.  Nearly 100 percent of the wreckage and debris removal was conducted by the Jones Act private sector U.S. maritime industry.  The FSK collapsed at about 1:28 a.m.

Shipbuilding Plan Could Undermine U.S. Operators, Industry Execs say

Shipbuilding Plan Could Undermine U.S. Operators, Industry Execs say

A Trump administration proposal aimed at reviving the U.S. shipbuilding industry may backfire by imposing steep fees on China-linked vessels—penalties that industry leaders say would hurt American ship operators and ports rather than help them, industry executives said at U.S. Trade Representative hearings on Monday.

Dutra Group Orders New Hopper Dredge from Eastern Shipbuilding Group

Dutra Group Orders New Hopper Dredge from Eastern Shipbuilding Group

The Dutra Group, a California-based heavy civil marine contractor, has issued a notice to proceed to Eastern Shipbuilding Group (ESG) for the construction of a 10,464 cubic yard trailing suction hopper dredge, named Adele.The ship will be constructed at ESG's Allanton and Port St. Joe facilities. Delivery is scheduled for late 2028.

CMA CGM Group Announces $20 Billion Investment in U.S.

CMA CGM Group Announces $20 Billion Investment in U.S.

CMA CGM Group has announced a $20 billion investment to contribute to U.S. maritime economy and support the transformation of America’s domestic supply chain over the next four years.The announcement builds on CMA CGM Group’s 35-year presence in the U.S. Today, the Group operates in 40 states and employs 15,000 Americans. As a leading partner in U.S.

SHIPS for America Act rolled out on the Hill

The bipartisan, bicameral bill will fuel U.S. economy, strengthen national security by responding to China’s threat over the oceans. Currently, the number of U.S.-flagged vessels in international commerce is 80; China has 5,500.Today, Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Senator Todd Young (R-IN), Representative John Garamendi (D-CA-8)

ACBL Christens ‘Most Powerful’ Towboat Ever to Sail on Mississippi River

ACBL Christens ‘Most Powerful’ Towboat Ever to Sail on Mississippi River

American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL) and C&C Marine and Repair have christened the M/V ACBL Mariner, said to be the most powerful and capable towboat ever built for operations on the Mississippi River.The christening ceremony took place in New Orleans in the presence of Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry.The ACBL Mariner boasts 11,000 horsepower, and can push up to 64 barges up the river at one time.

South Korea's Hanwha Ocean Awarded First US Navy Repair Contract

South Korea's Hanwha Ocean Awarded First US Navy Repair Contract

Hanwha Ocean on Wednesday announced it has secured a contract that makes it the first Korean shipbuilder to provide maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for the U.S. Navy.The 40,000-ton U.S. Navy dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Wally Schirra is undergoing maintenance and inspection at Hanwha Ocean’s Geoje shipyard

Pilot Was Asleep at the Helm When Towboat Hit Louisiana Pier

Pilot Was Asleep at the Helm When Towboat Hit Louisiana Pier

The pilot of a towboat that struck an industrial cargo pier near Saint Rose, La., last year had fallen asleep, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) said Wednesday.The pilot of the Marquette Transportation owned and operated towing vessel John 3:16 was experiencing the effects of fatigue during his watch on September 12, 2023, while navigating the Lower Mississippi River.

Maritime Employers: Working to Find Workers

Maritime Employers: Working to Find Workers

“Each Career Connect Washington program is codeveloped with businesses and educators, so each program we build or expand meets the needs of industry and students.” -Andrew Clemons, Grant Administrator, State of Washington.In March, the U.S. Joint Office of Energy and Transportation announced a new workforce development webpage – for electric vehicle job opportunities.

Help Wanted: US Maritime Industry Struggles to Fill Key Gaps

Help Wanted: US Maritime Industry Struggles to Fill Key Gaps

A shortage of U.S. mariners presents a major threat to the United States’ national and economic security, and the problem is growing day by day.According to a 2017 study prepared by the Maritime Workforce Working Group and released by the U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD), the estimated pool of U.S. mariners actively sailing with unlimited tonnage credentials was comprised of 11,768 mariners.

No Shortage of Good Ideas to Address the Mariner Shortage

No Shortage of Good Ideas to Address the Mariner Shortage

The U.S. mariner shortage continues to be a strategic national security concern for all maritime industry stakeholders. So what can the Maritime Administration (MARAD) and U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) do to address the problem?Subcommittees on Readiness, and Seapower and Projection Forces on the “Posture and Readiness of the Mobility Enterprise.” Both Administrator Phillips and Gen.