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New UPSCO Shipyard Begins Production
An entirely new shipyard, programmed to build commercial tug/ barge units, is now in operation in Ontonagon, Mich. Upper Peninsula Shipbuilding Company (UPSCO), a privately owned firm, was formed in May of 1979 when its president, Charles H. Kerkman, together with Robert J.
Three Key Appointments Announced In Marine Department At Texaco
James A. Cole Jr., vice president in charge of Texaco Inc.'s Marine Department, has announced the following appointments : Robert 0. Sanders, manager- chartering, succeeding Robert G. Gingrow who elected to take early retirement on June 1, 1981, after 37 years of service; James F.
MARICHEM 80
Third International Conference On Marine Transportation, Handling And Storage of Bulk Chemicals This year's International Conference on the Marine Transportation, Handling and Storage of Bulk Chemicals—MariChem 80— will be held October 21-23 in the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London, England.
Bethlehem Steel Names Messenger Assistant To Mgr-Ship Repair Sales
The promotion of James Messenger to the position of assistant to manager of ship repair sales in Bethlehem Steel Corporation's shipbuilding department was announced recently by Louis W. Gomlick, manager. Mr. Messenger is advancing from sales engineer in the ship repair sales office,
USCG Prepares Overseas Maritime Training Team
Reflecting a growing international interest in commercial maritime safety and management, the USCG is planning to establish its first team of marine pollution prevention and response, port safety and port security experts for training foreign maritime agencies.
Farrell Lines Inc. Names Captain Moore
Thomas J. Smith, president and chief executive officer, Farrell Lines Incorporated, One Whitehall Street, New York, N.Y. 10004, has announced the appointment of Capt. Alpha Moore as manager of the newly formed Marine and Cargo Claims Department.
M a c k a y Announces Recent Promotions
Mackay Communications, Inc. recently announced the promotion of Edward J. Bizub to manager, satellite communications products. Mr. Bizub has more than 18 years' experience in marine communications and has an extensive background in the marketing