Tariffs Hit India Shrimp Farmers Hard
On India's southern coast, V. Srinivas thrived for two decades by farming shrimp, as the country became the top supplier of the delicacy to the United States. Now, Donald Trump's 50% tariff threat is forcing many to consider other ways of making money.Andhra Pradesh state sends the most shrimp from India to the U.S. and farmers there have spent millions of rupees (hundreds of thousands of U.S. dollars) over the years to cultivate high-quality shrimp in saline ponds.Now they are being hit hard as Indian exporters have slashed rates they offer farmers by almost 20% after the tariff shock, wiping
Shipwreck Windfall: ROV Expedition Captures Maritime History
was like a kid in a candy store when he got to see that."The Rhod(y) Ahead“We've got huge plans for little Rhody,” laughed Fahy. Upcoming projects include cold-water coral studies in the Gulf of Maine and participation in the documentation of the intentional sinking of the S.S. United States off the Florida coast to create an artificial reef. “This is a really cool opportunity because you can do a pre-sinking inspection to know what the current conditions are. After the vessel is sunk and the community starts to interact with it as a dive site, how it changes is an important
Phoenix Welcomes New General Manager For Maryland Office
Phoenix International Holdings, Inc. (Phoenix) has announced that Sean Doherty has joined the company as General Manager (GM) of its Largo, Maryland office.Mr. Doherty brings over 20 years of leadership, engineering, and project management experience, gained through a distinguished career in the United States Navy. Specializing in diving, salvage, and shipyard operations, he has demonstrated an ability to lead complex technical initiatives in demanding maritime environments. He holds a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, a Bachelor of Science degree in Naval Architecture from the United
Europe Moves On as US Lets Science Slide
European governments are taking steps to break their dependence on critical scientific data the United States historically made freely available to the world, and are ramping up their own data collection systems to monitor climate change and weather extremes, according to Reuters interviews.The effort - which has not been previously reported - marks the most concrete response from the European Union and other European governments so far to the U.S. government's retreat from scientific research under President Donald Trump's administration.Since his return to the White House, Trump has initiated
Nexans, Crowley Wind Services to Build Cable Lay Barge for US Ops
to serve the needs of industries seeking subsea cable solutions,” added Graham Tyson, vice president of operations, Crowley Wind Services.The vessel will be operated by a crew of U.S. mariners, supporting maritime investment and employment goals.“AMO is proud to be the leading source for United States Coast Guard licensed officers in the wind farm space. Our long-lasting partnership with Crowley, and our new relationship with Nexans, will help to provide clean, affordable and sustainable energy to millions of Americans and will open the door to future offshore projects,” added Willie
Tsunami Waves Reach Hawaii Following Major Earthquake in Russia’s Far East
, including the U.S. West Coast."Due to a massive earthquake that occurred in the Pacific Ocean, a Tsunami Warning is in effect for those living in Hawaii," U.S. President Donald Trump said in a social media post."A Tsunami Watch is in effect for Alaska and the Pacific Coast of the United States."'Ring Of Fire'Several people in Kamchatka sought medical assistance following the quake, Oleg Melnikov, regional health minister, told Russia’s TASS state news agency.In Severo-Kurilsk in the northern Kuril islands, south of Kamchatka, tsunami waves exceeded 3 metres, with
Icebreaker Construction: Seaspan, Bollinger, Rauma and Aker Arctic Team to Build USCG Icebreakers
leader in ice-class design and builder of one of the world’s largest portfolios of ice-capable vessels, emphasized the project’s strategic value. “We are proud to collaborate with Bollinger, Rauma, and Aker Arctic to share our expertise in icebreaker design and engineering with the United States,” said John McCarthy, CEO of Seaspan Shipyards. “Together, through the ICE Pact, we’re strengthening Arctic security and advancing the long-term capabilities of our nations’ shipbuilding industries.”Aker Arctic, which has designed the majority of the world&rsquo
Eco Wave Power Installs Floaters for LA’s Pilot Wave Energy Plant
. market entry-with key goals including environmental impact studies in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, and mterial and floater durability testing to enhance long-term performance."This pilot is not just a technology showcase-it's a foundation for full-scale commercialization in the United States. With all floaters installed and our energy conversion system installation underway, we're proud to demonstrate how existing coastal infrastructure can be leveraged for clean, reliable power from ocean waves," said Inna Braverman, Founder and CEO of Eco Wave Power.The floaters were fabricated
Metron, Cellula Robotics Complete Multi-Mission Open-Water UUV Demonstration
.Quick Turnaround Post-Mission Analysis – While still on the water, logs were downloaded and replayed using ANCC’s user interface, Periscope, to verify mission success.Look ahead, Metron and Cellula Robotics will expand open-water demonstrations throughout 2025 in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom
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