How Autonomous Shipping Is Affecting the Maritime Industry
Over the past several decades, advances in computing, satellite navigation, sensor systems, and data analytics have changed how the maritime…
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Thousands of barrels of gas leaking into the Houston Ship Channel after major barge collision
A tugboat pushing two barges collided with a 755- foot tanker Friday afternoon near Bayport, Texas, resulting in an estimated…
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What Is the Cabotage Provision of the Jones Act?
The Cabotage Provision of the Jones Act specifies detailed regulations on how passengers and goods are moved to and from…
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Just How Common Are Maritime Worker Injuries?
Maritime workers are a vital part of our country’s trade, tourism, and impact on the world stage, but, despite advancements…
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The Structure of Maritime Security
Almost everything on this planet and in our human world has some connection to the ocean. It affects trade, food,…
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How the Jones Act in the Gulf Coast Affects Non-U.S. Vessels
The Jones Act has been around since 1920 and governs several aspects of U.S. waters. It even has provisions which…
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Who Is Covered Under the Admiralty Extension Act?
The Admiralty Extension Act extends maritime jurisdiction to include all cases where damage or injury is caused by a vessel,…
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Which U.S. Waters Are Navigable?
According to the United States Army Corps of Engineers, navigable waters are defined as “those waters that are subject to…
