New Orleans-based Liskow & Lewis secures $2.25B maritime settlement
KEY TAKEAWAYS: Liskow finalized a $2.25 billion settlement for the State of Maryland tied to the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. The M/V DALI cargo ship struck the bridge in March 2024, killing six staff and disrupting Baltimore port operations….
World Commerce Middle New Orleans companions with Norway on maritime innovation
KEY TAKEAWAYS: WTCNO and Innovation Norway signal a three-year MOU to strengthen maritime and clear tech collaboration. Partnership contains trade roundtables, workforce readiness exchanges, and commerce missions for enterprise improvement. Focus areas embrace sustainable port operations, logistics innovation, and clear…
Delgado Maritime Heart unveils main upgrades, new coaching packages
KEY TAKEAWAYS: Deckhand Coaching Heart renovated with instructing kitchen, eating space, and state-of-the-art classroom. New coaching pad simulates real-world towboat and barge operations. Towboat simulators expanded with Wärtsilä software program and new river routes in 2025. Solely U.S. middle providing…
Nunez Neighborhood Faculty launches maritime operations certificates for Louisiana terminal
KEY TAKEAWAYS: Nunez Neighborhood Faculty launches Maritime Operations Certificates for LIT workforce. Program provides specialised concentrations in tools, upkeep, security, and logistics. Programs embrace nationally acknowledged credentials like OSHA and NCCER certifications. Program helps hundreds of regional jobs and prepares…