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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

OUT NOW on the #MaritimeMorningBrief: our special episode with Mike Jacob, President of the Pacific Merchant Shipping Association. As Patrick said, we could have listened all day, but for the sake of our listeners we will take this hour and look forward to the next! maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

A great Saturday spent celebrating and educating alongside the Seattle Propeller Club & Sea Scouts at this year's Fishermen's Fall Festival. Thanks Port of Seattle for having us!

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

WSF is running reduced or no service on several routes today after engine room crew call-outs, leaving 13 of 18 ferries out of service. Check WSF travel alerts before heading to the terminal.

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Crew call-outs cause major disruptions to state ferry service, 72% not in operation

Ferry riders will have a tough commute -- or maybe none at all Monday -- due to crew shortages at Washington State Ferries (WSF).

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

This Wednesday's episode of the #MaritimeMorningBrief is definitely for all you out there who, like us, identify as Maritime Nerds✋️ Mike Jacob, President of the PMSA, joined us to get into everything from cargo trends to sustainable fuels. maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Get excited because we have got ANOTHER new special episode of the #MaritimeMorningBrief coming your way Wednesday with Mike Jacob, President of the Pacific Merchant Shipping Association! Thank you, Mike, for joining with us this was a great time🎙️ maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Our thanks again to Steve, and to the crews that keeping this essential system running every day. Funded and supported by the Maritime Washington National Heritage Area.

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

ICYMI on the #MaritimeMorningBrief Steve Nevey, Executive Director of @ferries.wsdot.wa.gov, joined us to talk about his path from a Chevron cadetship at 16 to the governor's cabinet, the WSF workforce programs, and more. maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

August 2026 saw 251 arrivals — the same total as August 2025, with a different mix. Passenger rose to 68 and took the top spot from Container, down to 58. Add it up and the categories that grew gained 21 arrivals, while the ones that fell lost the same 21.

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

We're excited to share that our Executive Director, Patrick Gallagher, has been named president of the Washington Maritime Federation, an association of associations working together to advance Washington's maritime industry. Congratulations, Patrick!

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Congratulations to the Port of Seattle's Stephanie Jones Stebbins, named one of Marine Log's 2026 Top Women in Maritime! So great to see her work recognized nationally. www.marinelog.com/news/marine-...

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Marine Log announces 2026 Top Women in Maritime honorees

Marine Log has named the 20 honorees for its 2026 Top Women in Maritime Awards, recognizing women making an impact across the industry.

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

LAST CHANCE to register for our 2026 Annual Meeting tomorrow at the Ballard Elks We look forward to see you all there!! www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-marin...

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Happy 115th to the Port of Seattle. King County voters approved its creation on September 5, 1911, making it Washington's first public port district. Congratulations from all of us at the Marine Exchange. youtu.be/bcqbDWNbZ4k?... www.portseattle.org/blog/cheers-...

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Cheers to 115: Celebrating the Port of Seattle’s Birthday

On September 5th, 1911, King County voters made a pretty consequential decision. They overwhelmingly voted to create the Port of Seattle, one of the first public ports in the country. Why? Seattle…

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Our 2026 Annual Meeting is just one week away! If you are not yet registered now is the time. For the full lineup of topics and speakers head over to our website at marexps.com/annualmeeting/

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

OUT NOW on the #MaritimeMorningBrief: Steve Nevey, Executive Director of @ferries.wsdot.wa.gov This is just a small piece of a conversation covering his path to WST, the new ferries, & what riders might not know maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com Funded by the Maritime WA National Heritage Area

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

We're honored to have Washington State Senator Derek Stanford joining us at our 2026 Annual Meeting on September 24. He'll offer remarks and take part in a private Q&A with attendees. Bring your questions and get registered here www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-marin...

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Kitsap Transit's Bremerton-Seattle fast ferry is back on its pre-pandemic schedule as of September 1, cutting 14 daily sailings. Weekday round trips drop from 20 to 13. mynorthwest.com/chokepoints/...

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September brings changes to the Kitsap Fast Ferry Service

Beginning Tuesday, the Kitsap Fast Ferry Service will return to its pre-pandemic schedule, eliminating 14 daily sailings.

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

We're getting really excited to see you all at this year's Annual Meeting. Having everyone together to reflect on a year gone by and look towards a new one is always invigorating. If you are not yet registered make sure to get signed up here www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-marin... See you there!

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

OUT NOW on the #MaritimeMorningBrief, Steve Nevey, Executive Director of Washington State Ferries, sat down with us to talk about his path to this job what it takes to keep everything moving. maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com. Funded & supported by the Maritime Washington National Heritage Area.

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

"'They have turned a corner and made a decision that they are no longer playing defense,' said the executive director of Marine Exchange... 'They understand the value of their port infrastructure and they know it's a foundational piece to their prosperity.'" www.seattletimes.com/business/int...

seattletimes.com

Canada just built a new global export hub in B.C. How does it impact WA?

Canada opened a global export facility last month in remote British Columbia, part of a long-term strategy to shift trade away from the U.S. and toward Asia.

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

We're excited to welcome Captain Michael Hunt, Commander of U.S. Coast Guard Sector Puget Sound, to our 2026 Annual Meeting on September 24. If you haven't yet had the pleasure of meeting the new Commander, this event is a fantastic opportunity! Register now www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-marin...

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

New special episode of the #MaritimeMorningBrief coming your way Thursday with Steve Nevey, Executive Director of Washington State Ferries! @ferries.wsdot.wa.gov maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com Episode is funded by the Maritime Washington National Heritage Area.

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Through July, U.S. flag tanker arrivals to Puget Sound are 170 vs. 164 foreign flag (51/49) — vs. 169/118 last year. A Jones Act waiver in effect since March allowing foreign vessels on U.S. energy routes may be a factor.

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

We're pleased to welcome Charles Costanzo to our 2026 Annual Meeting. He'll be presenting on Maritime Prosperity Zones, a federal proposal modeled on Opportunity Zones that would designate waterfront areas to draw investment to the industry. Get registered now www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-marin...

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

For those of you who have not had the pleasure of visiting the SMA campus and seeing what they really do, mark your calendars for June 3rd. We will be there raising money for the JV scholarship, spending time on the grounds getting inspired, and most likely getting up to some maritime shenanigans.

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

A love letter to the Seattle Maritime Academy & Staff, thank you so much for having us: you are awesome! With a team of real doers, a passion for providing the best training to the next gen of mariners right here in WA, & the drive to always continue doing more, we couldn't be more team SMA.

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Washington Sea Grant's Skills and Drills course runs September 28-29 in South Bend — two days of knots, net mending, engine work and navigation for people new to commercial fishing. No experience required. waseagrant.uw.edu/2026/08/skil...

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Skills and Drills course will teach commercial fishing skills in South Bend September 28-29

A two-day course for new or beginning fishermen, September 28-29 in South Bend, with a focus on the Dungeness crab fishery.

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

"The rowboat was rapidly taking on water and unable to maneuver on its own." The ferry Tilikum changed course near Orcas Island and got the boaters safely ashore. www.kiro7.com/news/local/w...

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WA State Ferry crew rescues boaters from stranded, sinking rowboat

Washington State Ferries crews conduct weekly rescue drills to prepare for assisting boaters, paddlers, and divers in distress across the Salish Sea.

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

July brought 283 vessel arrivals to Puget Sound & Grays Harbor, up 12.3% from last July and 14.1% from July 2024, pushing the YTD total to 1,589. For more monthly updates make sure to tune into the #MaritimeMorningBrief, or to get on the list for the full monthly report email us at info@marexps.com.

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Our Annual Meeting is just one month away! The program will include a review of this year's arrivals data, a look at our new API, an update on PortLink, MXPS's COOP agreement with Coast Guard VTS, & remarks and a private Q&A with Washington State Senator Derek Stanford. marexps.com/annualmeeting/

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Resolve Marine has relocated its Pacific Northwest facility to a new waterfront site on Tacoma's Foss Waterway, adding dock space, a larger yard and upgraded salvage equipment. www.workboat.com/resolve-mari...

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Resolve Marine relocates Tacoma facility

Resolve Marine, Fort Lauderdale, Fla., has relocated its Pacific Northwest facility to a waterfront site on the Foss Waterway in Tacoma, Wash., expanding the company’s operational capac

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Washington State Ferries' first new vessel in 11 years is under construction. Eastern Shipbuilding cut steel this month for the Wishkah, one of three new hybrid-electric ferries entering service starting in 2030. www.workboat.com/shipbuilding...

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First steel cut for new Washington State ferry

Eastern Shipbuilding Group began construction today on Washington State Ferries’ first new vessel in 11 years, marking the start with a ceremonial steel cutting at its shipyard in Panama Ci

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

The MXPS planning dream team is hard at working making sure this years Annual Meeting will be great! Will we see you there? Learn more and register now marexps.com/annualmeeting/

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

MARAD has awarded $35.2M to 45 small shipyards nationwide. WA received more awards than any other state. Two of the six WA winners are Marine Exchange members: Arrow Launch Service (Port Angeles) and Everett Ship Repair. www.workboat.com/marad-awards...

workboat.com

Marad awards $35.2 million to 45 small shipyards

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (Marad) has awarded $35.18 million to 45 shipyards in 24 states and the U.S. Virgin Islands through the 2026 Small Shipyard Grant

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

MXPS and U.S. Coast Guard Sector Puget Sound have signed a Memorandum of Agreement on maritime information sharing and operational coordination. It formalizes daily vessel traffic exchange and designates MXPS as the Continuity of Operations location for Vessel Traffic Service.

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Registration Now For Our 2026 Annual Meeting! marexps.com/annualmeeting/ #PugetSound #SeattleMaritime #MarineExchange #WAMaritime

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

A 2023 IMO rule requires PFOS-based firefighting foam off existing ships by each vessel's first survey after Jan 1, 2026. Operators evaluating fluorine-free replacements are weighing concentrate ratio, UL 162 listing, and water compatibility. gcaptain.com/fluorine-fre...

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Fluorine-Free Firefighting Foam: Choosing a Shipboard AFFF Replacement Before the Deadline

A regulatory deadline is closing in on legacy firefighting foam. Here’s what operators should know about the shift away from PFAS-based AFFF and what to look for in a replacement....

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Most of what gets said about the Strait of Hormuz is said in cents or gallons. Ryan Brazeau and Dr. Asif Altaf of the International Transport Workers' Federation walked us through the other version of it. What this looks like for the crews onboard the ships there. maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Maritime|253, the new skills center at the Port of Tacoma, opens September 9 to high school students, with about 200 in its first class. www.southsoundbiz.com/profiles/tac...

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Maritime|253 Sets Sail

Tacoma’s new Maritime Skills Center is increasingly being seen as a catalytic pipeline for students, the workforce, and businesses.

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Quiet Sound's Admiralty Inlet voluntary slowdown is scheduled to begin as early as September 1, running through January 31. Target speeds are 14.5 knots through water for vehicle carriers, cruise and container ships, 11.0 for cargo, bulkers and tankers. quietsound.org/admiralty-in...

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

We are excited to share that our Deputy Director, Cynthia Reed, is joining the Spirit of Propeller's Board as its new treasurer! With her vast industry knowledge and finance experience, she will be a steady hand contributing to their work supporting youth maritime education. Congratulations Cynthia!

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

‘It’s okay not to be okay” OUT NOW on #MaritimeMorningBrief this important episode with the International Transport Workers' Federation highlighting the human side of seafaring issues that often go overlooked. maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Safety Notice for August 10th from USCG Sector Puget Sound VTS. Operators and waterways users should note the closure and are encouraged to listen in to radio channel 14 for updates.

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Marine Exchange of Puget Sound @marexps.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

The Northwest Seaport Alliance has announced its 2026 North Star Award nominees — 22 companies in four categories. Congratulations to all, including members Hapag-Lloyd and Matson. www.nwseaportalliance.com/about-us/our...

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2026 North Star Award Nominees

Nominees for the 2026 North Star Awards

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