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  • Innovative Saildrone Support Empowers Coast Guard Missions in the Great Lakes and Northeast

    Re-envisioning Maritime Surveillance: An Opinion on Unmanned Innovation at Sea In an era defined by rapid technological advances and evolving threats across vast waterways, the integration of unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) into maritime operations has become a game changer. Autonomous vessels, such as those developed by Saildrone, are transforming patrol and surveillance capabilities into a […] More

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    Coast Guard Breaks Through Ice to Rescue Stranded Freighter

    Reflections on a Cold Rescue: The Lee A. Tregurtha Freed from the Ice in Duluth The recent incident involving the freighter Lee A. Tregurtha, which became stuck in ice near Duluth’s piers, offers much more than a headline. It provides an illustrative snapshot of the challenges faced by shipping operations, as well as a reminder […] More

  • Great Lakes Dredge and Docks Iconic Leader David Johanson Embraces Retirement

    Reflecting on Leadership Journeys: A Retirement Milestone The news of David J. Johanson’s retirement from his role as Senior Vice President, Project Acquisition and Operations at Great Lakes Dredge & Dock has sparked significant discussion among corporate insiders and onlookers alike. As the retirement becomes effective on March 27, 2026, the announcement marks not just […] More