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Michael Crowley

Correspondent

Michael Crowley is a long-time Maine-based correspondent for WorkBoat Magazine, specializing in stories related to new vessel contruction and new gear, such as electronics, deck equipment and diesel engines.

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E.N. Bisso & Son tug wheelhouse David Krapf photo.

New electronics are reducing stress and increasing convenience in the pilothouse

An offshore supply vessel is drydocked to receive Carboline coatings. Carboline Company

Longevity and flexibility are key with marine coatings

MAN’s V12 hybrid is one of three hybrid options. Under the green pads are the electromagnetic clutch and electric generator motor. It can work as a diesel-driven generator or prop shaft-driven electric motor. MAN Engines photo.

Diesel manufacturers continue to seek new and innovative ways to improve their products

North River Boats 30-footer patrols Puget Sound for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.

A look at new patrol boats for Washington, Ohio and Texas

The James V. Glynn, and its sister vessel Nikola Tesla, are outfitted with an integrated power and propulsion package from ABB, including lithium-ion battery packs and an onshore charging system. Maid of the Mist photo.

Progressive Power: A peek at nonconventional propulsion choices

Fire is always a concern for operators and mariners. MITAGS Photo.

A strong safety culture will prevent most vessel accidents

A 31’x10’ patrol boat built by Inventech Marine for the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife. Photo Inventech Marine Solutions.

Vessel Report: The patrol boat market continues to grow

WorkBoat magazine’s recent coverage of deck equipment focused almost exclusively on winches, starting with what might be called a “one-of-a- kind winch.” Schoellhorn-Albrecht photo

Winch products and services — a closer look

Two of the six Schoellhorn-Albrecht mooring winches on the 495’ self-unloading cement carrier Commander.

Cranked Up: A peek at some of the latest winch products and services

MacGregor shipboard crane. MacGregor photo

New orders for MacGregor cranes