CAPT. TOM ECHOLS SR.

  • General
    • Vessel Name : CAPT. TOM ECHOLS SR. 0
    • Operator : ECHO TOWING SERVICE, INC. 0
    • Ships Type (ICST) : 432 0
    • Vessel Type : 35 0
    • Construction : A 0
  • Engine
    • Horsepower rating : 1200 0
  • Location
    • City : HOUSTON 0
    • STATE : TX 0
  • Capacity
    • Net Tonnage : 60 0
  • Size
    • Register length : 65.5 257
    • Regular Breadth : 26 257
    • Overall Length : 65.5 257
    • Overall Breadt : 26 257
    • Load draft : 8 257
    • Light Draft : 6.5 257
    • Height : 32 257
  • Other
    • Rebuilt year : 2005 0
    • Year : 2005 0
    • EQUIP1 : NONE 0
    • Coast Guard Number : 293340 0
    • REBLT : * 0

ECHO TOWING SERVICE, INC.

  • Area of Operation : INTERCOASTAL; HOUSTON SHIP CHANNEL; BUFFALO BAY; CEDAR BAYOU AND SAN JACINTO RIVER 0
  • Principal Commodity : TOWING DRY CARGO (STEEL AND GRAIN) AND CHEMICALS 0

NITA E

  • Type : 35 0
  • Construction : A 0

PHYLLIS E

  • Type : 35 0
  • Construction : A 0

RHONDA E.

  • Type : 35 0
  • Construction : A 0

TOMMY E

  • Type : 35 0
  • Construction : A 0

News

Jones Act Waiver Not Boosting Oil Flows Within U.S.

Jones Act Waiver Not Boosting Oil Flows Within U.S.

U.S. President Donald Trump's move allowing foreign-flagged cargo ships to move fuel and other goods between domestic ports has so far had little impact on American oil supply, according to trade data and analysts who noted that U.S. refiners and shippers are earning more profits sending fuel overseas.

Six Vessels Attacked as War Puts Merchant Ships on Front Lines

Six Vessels Attacked as War Puts Merchant Ships on Front Lines

Explosive-laden Iranian boats appear to have attacked two fuel tankers in Iraqi waters, setting them ablaze and killing one crew member on Wednesday, after projectiles struck four vessels in Gulf waters, said port, maritime security and risk firms.The latest attacks on ships linked to the U.S. and Europe mark an escalation in the conflict between Iran and U.S.

Watch: Salvors Refloat Grounded Barge in San Juan Harbor

Watch: Salvors Refloat Grounded Barge in San Juan Harbor

The barge Defiant was refloated from the Castillo San Felipe del Morro shoreline in San Juan Harbor, Wednesday at approximately 2:22 a.m., just before high tide.Salvage crews and tugboat operators prepositioned three tugboats and completed all the preparations, including the pressurization of all cargo tanks, voids and compartments in the barge.

Coast Guard Coordinates Rescue of 27 Mariners

Coast Guard Coordinates Rescue of 27 Mariners

The U.S. Coast Guard coordinated the rescue of 27 mariners on Saturday after their Venezuelan-flagged fishing vessel caught fire approximately 500 miles north-northwest of the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador.At 3:51 p.m. PST, Saturday, Rescue Coordination Center Alameda received a notification from the Garmin Search and Rescue Command Center of an SOS distress alert from the 240-foot fishing vessel

Obituary: Iconic Maritime, Shipbuilding Leader Fred Harris Passes

Obituary: Iconic Maritime, Shipbuilding Leader Fred Harris Passes

Frederick Joseph Harris of Mystic CT, passed peacefully at 5:47PM on 10/24/2025, with his family by his side. “Fred” was born on 11/25/1944 at Framingham Union Hospital to Frederick Everett and MaryRosa Camilla Harris.Fred was a proud patriot who loved his country. Fred received his bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering from Maine Maritime Academy (with Honors) in 1967.

US Threatens States that Back IMO Net-Zero Framework

US Threatens States that Back IMO Net-Zero Framework

The United States on Friday threatened to use visa restrictions and sanctions to retaliate against nations that vote in favor of a plan put forward by a United Nations agency to reduce planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from ocean shipping.U.N. member nations are scheduled to vote next week on the International Maritime Organization's Net-Zero Framework proposal to reduce global carbon

TKMS Targets Higher Profit Margins as Defense Spending Rises

TKMS Targets Higher Profit Margins as Defense Spending Rises

TKMS, the defence business that German conglomerate Thyssenkrupp aims to spin off this autumn, plans to raise its profit margin to more than 7% to close a gap with rivals, banking on soaring military demand amid fears of Russian aggression.TKMS, which makes submarines, frigates as well as sensor and mine-hunting technology, has more than tripled its order backlog in five years.

South Korea's HD Hyundai Heavy Eyes Acquisition of US Shipyard

South Korea's HD Hyundai Heavy Eyes Acquisition of US Shipyard

South Korea's HD Hyundai Heavy Industries is in talks with multiple companies about buying a U.S. shipyard, a senior company executive said, seeking to tap into President Donald Trump's push to revive America's ailing shipbuilding industry.The world's largest shipbuilder based on orders is targeting 3 trillion won ($2.2 billion) in annual revenue by 2035 from building warships for the U.S.

Main Iron Works Delivers 10th Vessel for Ingram Marine Group

Main Iron Works Delivers 10th Vessel for Ingram Marine Group

Benny Cenac Jr.’s Houma based Main Iron Works Company has completed the 10th boat newbuild for Ingram Marine Group. This partnership with Main Iron Works and Ingram began in 2021 and included the construction of 10 new towboats to be completed by the end of 2024.  The first towboat, the Adrienne M.

Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Development Authority Elects Governor Tate Reeves as 2026 Chairman

Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Development Authority Elects Governor Tate Reeves as 2026 Chairman

The Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Development Authority has elected Governor Tate Reeves of Mississippi to serve as Chairman for 2026. Governor Reeves will lead the four-state interstate compact as it advances economic development, freight mobility, and recreation along the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway and the broader M-65 Marine Highway corridor.

Crowley Awards 2025 Scholarships to Maritime Students

Crowley Awards 2025 Scholarships to Maritime Students

Seventeen students from seven U.S. and El Salvador maritime academies and universities have been selected as the 2025 recipients of the Thomas B. Crowley Sr. Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and dedication to their studies related to the maritime industry. The scholarship honors the legacy of Thomas B. Crowley Sr.

Coast Guard to Invest in Robotics and Autonomous Systems

Coast Guard to Invest in Robotics and Autonomous Systems

The US Coast Guard has announced it will invest nearly $350 million to expand robotics and autonomous systems.The funding, provided under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), includes $11 million in fiscal year 2025 for immediate upgrades to critical autonomous systems.Initial investments include:$4.