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Navigational rules violations and manslaughter

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Death on the high seas

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Alternative dispute resolutions can save time and money

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Taking remedial measures

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States, U.S. share jurisdiction

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Unseaworthiness

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Maritime or state law?

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When able-bodied seamen are not seamen

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Fifth Circuit tackles seaman’s contributory negligence

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On Oct. 23, the Army Corps of Engineers honored the dredge McFarland at a farewell ceremony marking the completion of its final operational mission after nearly six decades of service. PhilaPort photo.
October 28, 2026

The Corps bids farewell to hopper dredge McFarland

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Hydroniq Coolers delivered its Rack seawater cooling system as a fully assembled package for installation aboard Washington State Ferries’ new hybrid-electric ferry Wishkah. Hydroniq Coolers photo.
October 28, 2026

Hydroniq delivers cooling system for new Washington State Ferries hybrid-electric ferry

Variable-speed electric controls are becoming a larger part of mooring winch systems as operators look to modernize deck machinery.
October 28, 2026

More on board: Deck machinery adapts to space and power

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October 28, 2026

Marad awards $498 million for port projects across 19 states

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