The cargo shipping industry experiences many challenges in its operations. One of the challenges is regulatory compliance with national and international maritime laws, which can often drive up costs, not to mention risk exposures. [...]
Dredging operations are an essential part of the commercial maritime industry. Dredging may be used to keep shipping channels open, to expand port services, and even to reduce flooding risks. Unfortunately, dredging may also [...]
In the commercial marine industry, workers face many risks. Long considered one of the most hazardous industries, shipyard and boat-building workers are exposed to numerous chemical and environmental substances. One of the most insidious [...]
The commercial marine industry is well known as one of the riskiest industries. Workers in shipyards, cargo ports, and manufacturing operations are exposed to a wide variety of risks, including workplace hazards like burns, [...]
The commercial marine industry is widely regarded as one of the most hazardous. Workplace injury rates among commercial marine workers rival that of industries like mining, logging, and heavy equipment manufacturing. In an effort [...]
Workers in the commercial marine industry face numerous risks on the job. The industry is known for its inherent hazards; shipbuilders and those working in commercial marine facilities like marinas, cargo ports, and boatyards [...]
Computing technology has transformed the business world. Industries have leveraged the power of data and high-speed computing to improve efficiencies. The commercial marine sector is no exception; technology has allowed it to streamline supply [...]
The maritime industry has long faced numerous risks. These risks evolve over time, and marine business owners know that they must address emerging risks with a proactive approach to ensure success. Marine insurance forms [...]
As winter takes hold across the country, many boat owners wonder if their preparations are sufficient to withstand the harsh conditions of the winter months. Boat owners throughout the United States often store their [...]
As the devastating 2019 Atlantic hurricane season winds down, it can be valuable to look back at how this season affected the United States and what those effects mean for commercial marine businesses. It [...]