In Memoriam: Captain Charles Robert MacVean, USN, (Ret.), PhD
The book, Blind Man’s Bluff, describes the secret USN submarine operations known as “The Projects.” It begins with the opening line, “There was something about Commander Charles R. MacVean that had a way of inspiring legend.” Authors Sontag and Drew narrowed that “something” down to “his sense of humor and humanity.” Even in the toughest of situations, MacVean radiated calm assurance and situational command. His sailors and divers would knowingly follow him past the Gates of Hell, and did more than once. They called him “Captain,”
Study Identifies "Collision Map" For Birds, Boats to Support Conservation Efforts
in the study, especially 25-30 degrees south. Mitigation measures include bird-scaring lines, branch-line weighting and night-setting.The study was a collaboration with the New Zealand Department of Conservation, Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) in the United Kingdom, The University of Queensland, Charles Sturt University, Halpin Wildlife Research in Canada, and South Africa’s Nelson Mandela Universit
PXGEO Names Digital Strategy Chief
Marine geophysical services company PXGEO has appointed Chet Bhat as its first Chief Information Officer (CIO), to spearhead the company’s worldwide digital strategy.Bhat will retain his current position as Global CIO at energy services organization EnerMech, alongside CEO Charles ‘Chuck’ Davison, Jnr who oversees both businesses and is also PXGEO’s executive chairman. Both companies have common shareholders.Continuing to be based in Houston, Bhat will lead IT at PXGEO, ensuring that the company’s technology infrastructure is secure, efficient and forward-looking.He will
In Memoriam: Captain Charles Robert MacVean, USN, (Ret.), PhD
In Memoriam: Captain Charles Robert MacVean, USN, (Ret.), PhDMarch 22, 1937 – September 10, 2025The book, Blind Man’s Bluff, describes the secret USN submarine operations known as “The Projects.” It begins with the opening line, “There was something about Commander Charles R. MacVean that had a way of inspiring legend.” Authors Sontag and Drew narrowed that “something” down to “his sense of humor and humanity.” Even in the toughest of situations, MacVean radiated calm assurance and situational command. His sailors and divers would
PXGEO Nets First Seismic Survey off Malaysia
exploration campaign, where reliable high-quality seismic data is essential for guiding drilling and development decisions.“This operator’s continued investment in international expertise reflects its commitment to driving upstream efficiency and unlocking new resource potential,” said Charles ‘Chuck’ Davison Jnr, CEO and Executive Chairman of PXGEO
NUWC Division Newport Awards Recognize 12 Patent Inventors, Published Authors
Division Newport employee Nathan B. Speirs: Patent 12,173,997, “Variable Diameter Conical Nose”Jennifer R. Rizzo of the Undersea Warfare Platforms and Payload Integration Department, Christian R. Schumacher of Undersea Warfare Combat Systems Department, and former Division Newport employee Charles J. Patrissi: Patent 12,166,247, “Hermetic Seal in Anode Pouch for Lithium-Seawater Electrochemical Battery”Undersea Warfare Platforms and Payload Integration Department employees Keith Wichowski, Daniel T. Savaria, and Zachary D. Sawyer, and Patrick B. Ryll of the Undersea Warfare Combat
CXI Announces First-ever Conference Program
their cutting edge products, from on-land innovations to new ideas shaped exactly to the needs of the industry. Those interested in learning more from the suppliers can attend Battle of the Brands, a head-to-head pitch battle taking place on the 3 June at the CXI Conference Lounge.Key speakers include Charles Steadman, Director, F&B Experience and Partnerships - Virgin Voyages, Katy Harris, Director Creative Experiences - Carnival Cruise Line, Marisa Christenson, Director F&B Operations and Development - Holland America Line and Ronnie Farzad, Principal - Spark Cooperative.CXI is co-located with
EnerMech Gets LLOG’s Gulf of America Pre-Commissioning Job
been chosen to work on what is a vital piece of infrastructure.“To secure a second contract on the development is a strong reflection of the capabilities and expertise of our team in the region and I’d like to give kudos to Brennon Fitzgerald for their leadership and guidance,” said Charles ‘Chuck’ Davison Jr., EnerMech CEO.InterMoor Delivers Mooring Piles for LLOG’s Salamanca FPULLOG Hires ABL for Marine Warranty Services at Salamanca Project in Gulf of MexicoSalamanca Development: LLOG Taps Subsea 7 for GOM Pipeline Wor
PXGEO Names New CEO
Marine geophysical services company PXGEO has appointed Charles ‘Chuck’ Davison, Jnr. as Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately.Davidson will also continue to serve as EnerMech’s CEO, which shares the same shareholder as PXGEO.The strategic leadership transition at PXGEO marks the beginning of a new chapter for the four-year old company, as it builds on its foundations delivering subsea technology for the global energy sector and prepares for its next phase of growth.Davison brings more than 30 years of experience, with previous roles including
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