MICHAEL S.

  • General
    • Vessel Name : MICHAEL S. 0
    • Operator : BISSO TOWBOAT CO., INC. 0
    • Ships Type (ICST) : 431 0
    • Vessel Type : 36 0
    • Construction : A 0
  • Engine
    • Horsepower rating : 4000 0
  • Location
    • City : NEW ORLEANS 0
    • STATE : LA 0
  • Capacity
    • Net Tonnage : 132 0
  • Size
    • Register length : 100 257
    • Regular Breadth : 38 257
    • Overall Length : 105 257
    • Overall Breadt : 40 257
    • Load draft : 13.5 257
    • Light Draft : 11.5 257
    • Height : 42 257
  • Other
    • Year : 2009 0
    • EQUIP1 : NONE 0
    • Coast Guard Number : 1221109 0

BISSO TOWBOAT CO., INC.

  • Area of Operation : PORT OF NEW ORLEANS- MISSISSIPPI RIVER 0
  • Principal Commodity : TOWING AND FREIGHT 0

ALLISON S

  • Type : 36 0
  • Construction : A 0

ALMA S.

  • Type : 36 0
  • Construction : A 0

BECKY S.

  • Type : 36 0
  • Construction : A 0

BILL S.

  • Type : 36 0
  • Construction : A 0

CAPT. BILLY SLATTEN

  • Type : 36 0
  • Construction : A 0

CECILIA B SLATTEN

  • Type : 36 0
  • Construction : A 0

JANE S.

  • Type : 36 0
  • Construction : A 0

LIZ ALMA

  • Type : 36 0
  • Construction : A 0

MISS ISABELLA

  • Type : 36 0
  • Construction : A 0

SCOTT T SLATTEN

  • Type : 36 0
  • Construction : A 0

WILLIAM S.

  • Type : 36 0
  • Construction : A 0

B

  • Type : 43 0
  • Construction : A 0

BIG BILL

  • Type : 43 0
  • Construction : A 0

News

Protesters Disrupt Coal Shipment in Australia

Protesters Disrupt Coal Shipment in Australia

One of Australia's biggest coal export ports will resume operations on Monday, the port operator said, after climate-change protesters disrupted shipping at the Port of Newcastle for a second day on Sunday.Climate activist group Rising Tide, which claimed responsibility for the latest protest, said hundreds of activists paddled kayaks into the shipping lane of Newcastle Harbour on Sunday morning

China Commissions First Domestically Built Aircraft Carrier

China Commissions First Domestically Built Aircraft Carrier

The commissioning of China's latest aircraft carrier this week marks a new chapter in its military modernisation effort but security analysts and regional diplomats say tough challenges lie ahead before it can be made fully operational.President Xi Jinping attended the commissioning and flag-presenting ceremony of the Fujian in Hainan province on Wednesday

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.

Uncertainty Mounts as U.S. Port Fees on Chinese-Built Ships Near Deadline

Uncertainty Mounts as U.S. Port Fees on Chinese-Built Ships Near Deadline

The U.S. is one week away from imposing port fees on certain vessels with links to China, a move expected to cost the top 10 carriers $3.2 billion next year as President Donald Trump seeks to address China's growing dominance on the high seas."While some observers believe the October 14 deadline may be extended - or even scrapped - as part of broader negotiations

Russia Condemns US Boat Strikes off Venezuela

Russia Condemns US Boat Strikes off Venezuela

U.S. forces hit another vessel allegedly carrying illegal drugs off the coast of Venezuela on Saturday evening, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday, adding that the U.S. would also start looking at drug trafficking occurring on land.Trump made the comment during a speech at Naval Station Norfolk, next to the Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier.

Greek Bulk Carrier Attacked in Red Sea; Crew Safe but Vessel in Danger of Sinking

Greek Bulk Carrier Attacked in Red Sea; Crew Safe but Vessel in Danger of Sinking

A Greek-operated bulk carrier, Magic Seas, sustained severe damage in a multi-pronged attack off the coast of Yemen on Sunday, believed to have been carried out by Houthi militants. All 19 crew members aboard were safely rescued and are expected to arrive in Djibouti later Monday, according to the ship’s operator, Stem Shipping.

Tankers Transiting Strait of Hormuz Face Disruption as Tensions Rise

Tankers Transiting Strait of Hormuz Face Disruption as Tensions Rise

At least two supertankers made U-turns near the Strait of Hormuz following U.S. military strikes on Iran, shiptracking data shows, as more than a week of violence in the region prompts vessels to speed, pause, or alter their journeys.Washington's decision to join Israel's attacks on Iran has stoked fears that Iran could retaliate by closing the strait between Iran and Oman through which around

What's New in the Reintroduced SHIPS for America Act?

What's New in the Reintroduced SHIPS for America Act?

On April 30, Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ), together with several original co-sponsors, reintroduced the SHIPS for America Act in the U.S. Senate, first introduced in December 2024, divided into two bills. Companion legislation was also introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by Rep. Trent Kelly (R-MS) and Rep. John Garamendi (D-CA). This is a major, historic effort to revitalize 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.

Aircraft Carrier, Commercial Vessel Collide Near Egypt

Aircraft Carrier, Commercial Vessel Collide Near Egypt

The U.S. Navy aircraft carrier Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) has collided with a merchant vessel near Egypt, the U.S. military said on Thursday, though the nuclear-powered carrier was stable and there were no injuries.In a statement, the U.S. Navy said the carrier Harry Truman collided with the Besiktas-M late Wednesday night while operating near Port Said in Egypt.

What Keeps Business Leaders Awake at Night?

What Keeps Business Leaders Awake at Night?

Cyber, business interruption and natural catastrophes are the risks of most concern for businesses globally according to the Allianz Risk Barometer 2025 - as voted for by a record 3,778 risk management experts from 106 countries and territories.Cyber incidents (38% of responses, a record 7% points ahead) consolidates its position as the most important risk.

US Port Strike Averted

US Port Strike Averted

The union representing 45,000 dock workers on the U.S. East and Gulf Coasts and their employers on Wednesday said they reached a tentative deal on a new six-year contract, averting further strikes that could have snarled supply chains and taken a toll on the U.S. economy.The International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) employer group