American Waterways Operators

The American Waterways Operators Honor & Excellence in Rescue Operations (HERO) Award recognizes rescues undertaken by AWO member company employees that demonstrate selflessness, skill and bravery. Check out our video highlighting recipients of this award, and the important role that tugboat, towboat and barge industry mariners play in keeping our waterways safe – learn more at https://lnkd.in/eXrt6_P7

Read about the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalizing VIDA performance standards, the U.S. Coast Guard revising surveillance policy to accept motion-activated recordings, and more in this edition of the AWO Letter #maritime #waterways https://ow.ly/XGOz50TI3R8

Yesterday's AWO Board of Directors Meeting was productive and engaging. Today the Fall Convention kicks off here in Long Beach! #awofallconvention #maritime

AWO Chairman Kelly Teichman kicks off today’s AWO Board Meeting in Long Beach, CA #awofallconvention

Regional VP, Northeast Capt. Nathan Hauser and Moran Towing Corporation of Philadelphia hosted Reps. Ed Neilson, Kerry Benninghoff, and Perry Warren on a tug tour on the Delaware River on September 19. During the tour, AWO and Moran highlighted the importance of the #maritime industry in PA.

AWO Pacific Region VP & Regional Team Lead Peter Schrappen, CAE and Western Towboat Company VP Russell Shrewsbury recently served as tour guides on the Port of Seattle’s working waterfront tour of the Ship Canal, Ballard Locks and Lake Union

Earlier this month, maritime leaders from around the country flew to Seattle to participate in a fundraiser golf tournament to raise money for the Seattle Maritime High School, with sponsors including AWO members Foss Maritime Company and Crowley. Pictured: Joan Saelee of BAYDELTA MARITIME INC., Joel Morton of Crowley Maritime, and AWO Pacific Region VP & Regional Team Lead Peter Schrappen, CAE

AWO leadership and staff recently visited new AWO Affiliate member Gunderson Marine & Iron -- thank you to Pete Roney for showing us the shipyard and giving a great tour!

AWO staff got an inside look at AWO member Foss Maritime Company Center’s monitoring team in Portland recently. Chairman Kelly Teichman, President & CEO Jennifer Carpenter, Pacific Region VP & Regional Team Lead Peter Schrappen, CAE, and Senior GAA Brad Trammell also got an overview of Saltchuk Marine's operations

Today is World Maritime Day. This year’s theme is Navigating the Future: Safety First! AWO and the tugboat, towboat and barge industry are dedicated to a safer industry – today and every day. #worldmaritimeday #maritime