Fireboats are a critical part of port and waterfront emergency response, providing firefighting capability where land-based equipment can’t reach. From vessel and waterfront facility fires to bridge and shoreline incidents, fireboats serve as both primary responders and mutual-aid platforms for municipal fire departments, port authorities, and industrial operators.
In March, WorkBoat interviewed Jennifer Carpenter, president and CEO of the American Waterways Operators, about the state of the tugboat, towboat, and barge industry, including workforce challenges, regulatory priorities, and collaboration with the Coast Guard.
When Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz, the Trump administration had a real problem on its hands. I understand why a White House would want to move fast, but moving fast and moving smart are not the same thing. Last week, the administration extended the current Jones Act waiver for another 90 days. Washington needs to take an honest look at what this waiver has actually produced.
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