Overview Dredging plays a vital role in global infrastructure, supporting port deepening, flood prevention, and wetland restoration. In 2024 alone, approximately 6,000 capital dredging projects were conducted worldwide, underscoring the scale and importance of these operations. As the industry grows, …

Written by Robert Shuford As discussed in last week’s article, The Merchant Marine Act of the 1930s, America’s maritime industry was fully revitalized under President Roosevelt’s leadership during the period leading up to and throughout World War II. Unfortunately, the …

Overview In a year marked by uncertainty, the dredging industry remains resilient, adapting to evolving challenges with steady progress. As we look toward 2026, the outlook for dredging services and equipment remains strong, with the market projected to rise from …

As I alluded to in part one of our series, the Merchant Marine Act, more commonly known as the “Jones Act”, appeared to be a bust for America until the 1930s, when President Roosevelt saw an opportunity to revitalize both …

The Storied Tale of the Maritime IndustryA 6-Part Series: The Rise & Fall of American Shipbuilding & Legislative Efforts to Revisit the Jones Act Part I:A Brief History – The Jones ActPrior to World War I, the United States relied …

MOBILE, AL, August 28, 2025, John Keene has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy …