Marine Exchange of Puget Sound
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Founded in 1980, the Marine Exchange of Puget Sound is a member-supported association dedicated to strengthening the maritime transportation community by facilitating safe, secure, efficient and environmentally responsible maritime operations marexps.com
SAVE THE DATE - Join us at our 2026 Open House and Annual Report release party!
Stop by to enjoy a drink, explore our space, visit with the team, swap aspirations for the year ahead, and share some laughs with friends.
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Stop by to enjoy a drink, explore our space, visit with the team, swap aspirations for the year ahead, and share some laughs with friends.
RSVP and learn more here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
November 27, 2025 at 7:30 PM
SAVE THE DATE - Join us at our 2026 Open House and Annual Report release party!
Stop by to enjoy a drink, explore our space, visit with the team, swap aspirations for the year ahead, and share some laughs with friends.
RSVP and learn more here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Stop by to enjoy a drink, explore our space, visit with the team, swap aspirations for the year ahead, and share some laughs with friends.
RSVP and learn more here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
🎉PME PARTY POST 🙌
A really insightful Economic Forecast Breakfast hosted by the Seattle Propeller Club, a strong turnout for Director Patrick's port resilience presentation, and a chance to hang our with our besties the Marine Exchange of Alaska at our booth - what more could we ask for?!
A really insightful Economic Forecast Breakfast hosted by the Seattle Propeller Club, a strong turnout for Director Patrick's port resilience presentation, and a chance to hang our with our besties the Marine Exchange of Alaska at our booth - what more could we ask for?!
November 24, 2025 at 5:03 PM
🎉PME PARTY POST 🙌
A really insightful Economic Forecast Breakfast hosted by the Seattle Propeller Club, a strong turnout for Director Patrick's port resilience presentation, and a chance to hang our with our besties the Marine Exchange of Alaska at our booth - what more could we ask for?!
A really insightful Economic Forecast Breakfast hosted by the Seattle Propeller Club, a strong turnout for Director Patrick's port resilience presentation, and a chance to hang our with our besties the Marine Exchange of Alaska at our booth - what more could we ask for?!
"investigators said the loose wire in the ship’s electrical system caused a breaker to unexpectedly open -- beginning a sequence of events that led to two vessel blackouts and a loss of both propulsion and steering near the 2.37-mile-long Key Bridge on March 26, 2024"
www.ntsb.gov/news/press-r...
www.ntsb.gov/news/press-r...
Loose Wire on Containership Dali Leads to Blackouts and Contact with Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge
11/18/2025
www.ntsb.gov
November 21, 2025 at 4:15 PM
"investigators said the loose wire in the ship’s electrical system caused a breaker to unexpectedly open -- beginning a sequence of events that led to two vessel blackouts and a loss of both propulsion and steering near the 2.37-mile-long Key Bridge on March 26, 2024"
www.ntsb.gov/news/press-r...
www.ntsb.gov/news/press-r...
Don’t miss this special episode of the #MaritimeMorningBrief before tomorrow’s Economic Forecast Breakfast! Get to know Dr. Spencer Cohen as he walks through the history of U.S. & China trade, key issues facing the gateway, & his takeaways looking ahead.
Listen now: maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com
Listen now: maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com
November 20, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Don’t miss this special episode of the #MaritimeMorningBrief before tomorrow’s Economic Forecast Breakfast! Get to know Dr. Spencer Cohen as he walks through the history of U.S. & China trade, key issues facing the gateway, & his takeaways looking ahead.
Listen now: maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com
Listen now: maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com
The National Harbor Safety 2026 will bring together people who shape maritime safety across the country. If a commitment to maritime safety, environmental stewardship, & operational excellence is at the forefront of your mission, we encourage you to consider sponsorship.
Contact [email protected]
Contact [email protected]
November 19, 2025 at 5:30 PM
The National Harbor Safety 2026 will bring together people who shape maritime safety across the country. If a commitment to maritime safety, environmental stewardship, & operational excellence is at the forefront of your mission, we encourage you to consider sponsorship.
Contact [email protected]
Contact [email protected]
We’re excited to share that Executive Director Patrick Gallagher will be speaking at Pacific Marine Expo this Thursday!
Boosting Port Safety and Resilience in the Pacific Northwest
📅 Thursday, Nov. 20
🕚 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
📍 West Hall Stage
If you’ll be at PME, we’d love to see you there.
Boosting Port Safety and Resilience in the Pacific Northwest
📅 Thursday, Nov. 20
🕚 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
📍 West Hall Stage
If you’ll be at PME, we’d love to see you there.
November 18, 2025 at 7:45 PM
We’re excited to share that Executive Director Patrick Gallagher will be speaking at Pacific Marine Expo this Thursday!
Boosting Port Safety and Resilience in the Pacific Northwest
📅 Thursday, Nov. 20
🕚 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
📍 West Hall Stage
If you’ll be at PME, we’d love to see you there.
Boosting Port Safety and Resilience in the Pacific Northwest
📅 Thursday, Nov. 20
🕚 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
📍 West Hall Stage
If you’ll be at PME, we’d love to see you there.
Out Now! Dr. Spencer Cohen joins us to talk tariffs, diversification, & the future of the PNW gateway: why uncertainty (not just rates) drives long-term planning, what could reshape shipping routes, and where he sees opportunity for Washington maritime.
Listen now: maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com/
Listen now: maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com/
November 17, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Out Now! Dr. Spencer Cohen joins us to talk tariffs, diversification, & the future of the PNW gateway: why uncertainty (not just rates) drives long-term planning, what could reshape shipping routes, and where he sees opportunity for Washington maritime.
Listen now: maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com/
Listen now: maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com/
Did anyone catch Director Patrick Gallagher at the Society of Port Engineers meeting last night?
He covered all things data, ongoing advocacy work, and MXPS fundamentals, and also discussed important issues relating to the society and where the marine exchange could support and collaborate.
He covered all things data, ongoing advocacy work, and MXPS fundamentals, and also discussed important issues relating to the society and where the marine exchange could support and collaborate.
November 14, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Did anyone catch Director Patrick Gallagher at the Society of Port Engineers meeting last night?
He covered all things data, ongoing advocacy work, and MXPS fundamentals, and also discussed important issues relating to the society and where the marine exchange could support and collaborate.
He covered all things data, ongoing advocacy work, and MXPS fundamentals, and also discussed important issues relating to the society and where the marine exchange could support and collaborate.
A brand-new special episode of the #MaritimeMorningBrief out Monday with Dr. Spencer Cohen!
Thanks to Spencer for joining us and make sure to listen in on Monday at maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts🎧
Thanks to Spencer for joining us and make sure to listen in on Monday at maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts🎧
November 14, 2025 at 6:02 PM
A brand-new special episode of the #MaritimeMorningBrief out Monday with Dr. Spencer Cohen!
Thanks to Spencer for joining us and make sure to listen in on Monday at maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts🎧
Thanks to Spencer for joining us and make sure to listen in on Monday at maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts🎧
A new special episode of the #MaritimeMorningBrief is coming to you next week! We love getting to sit down and pick the brains of smart people and economist Dr. Spencer Cohen is absolutely another to add to the list.
Huge thank you for joining us, Spencer!
maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com
Huge thank you for joining us, Spencer!
maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com
November 13, 2025 at 7:45 PM
A new special episode of the #MaritimeMorningBrief is coming to you next week! We love getting to sit down and pick the brains of smart people and economist Dr. Spencer Cohen is absolutely another to add to the list.
Huge thank you for joining us, Spencer!
maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com
Huge thank you for joining us, Spencer!
maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com
Foss is hiring for a Marine Designer in Seattle! Interested or know someone who might be? Learn more/apply below.
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November 12, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Foss is hiring for a Marine Designer in Seattle! Interested or know someone who might be? Learn more/apply below.
myjobs.adp.com/fossmaritime...
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To those who’ve worn the uniform, thank you. On #VeteransDay, we honor all who have served, with a special salute to the U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S. Navy heroes who have protected our waters and communities. Your service and sacrifice have strengthened the maritime safety net we rely on every day.
November 11, 2025 at 3:45 PM
To those who’ve worn the uniform, thank you. On #VeteransDay, we honor all who have served, with a special salute to the U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S. Navy heroes who have protected our waters and communities. Your service and sacrifice have strengthened the maritime safety net we rely on every day.
The National Harbor Safety 2026 is not only build for impact, but is ready to provide a working forum for circulating ideas, asking important questions, and building lasting connections.
Join us March 2026, and learn more. marexps.com/national-hsc...
Join us March 2026, and learn more. marexps.com/national-hsc...
November 6, 2025 at 7:46 PM
The National Harbor Safety 2026 is not only build for impact, but is ready to provide a working forum for circulating ideas, asking important questions, and building lasting connections.
Join us March 2026, and learn more. marexps.com/national-hsc...
Join us March 2026, and learn more. marexps.com/national-hsc...
We’ve been keeping this surprise for a while now … but are thrilled to announce a new special episode with Port of Seattle Commissioner Sam Cho!
Tune in Friday, we can’t wait! maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com
Tune in Friday, we can’t wait! maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com
October 29, 2025 at 8:59 PM
We’ve been keeping this surprise for a while now … but are thrilled to announce a new special episode with Port of Seattle Commissioner Sam Cho!
Tune in Friday, we can’t wait! maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com
Tune in Friday, we can’t wait! maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com
For any of the commuters out there, new tolling rules on SR 167 are officially in effect. Learn more and get information on the Flex Pass here: wsdotblog.blogspot.com/2025/10/the-...
The time has come! New tolling rules on SR 167 go into effect on Monday, Oct. 20
By: Lauren McLaughlin For most of the year we’ve been telling people that big changes are coming to SR 167 this fall. That’s still true, b...
wsdotblog.blogspot.com
October 29, 2025 at 2:31 PM
For any of the commuters out there, new tolling rules on SR 167 are officially in effect. Learn more and get information on the Flex Pass here: wsdotblog.blogspot.com/2025/10/the-...
The Port of Anacortes has been working to redevelop the North and West Basins at Cap Sante Marina, and the project is now in the permitting phase with the City. You can keep up with the project and learn more about the redevelopment on their website here www.portofanacortes.com/redevelopmen...
Port of Anacortes | NW Basin Redevelopment
CAP SANTE NORTH & WEST BASIN UPLAND REDEVELOPMENT
www.portofanacortes.com
October 28, 2025 at 3:03 PM
The Port of Anacortes has been working to redevelop the North and West Basins at Cap Sante Marina, and the project is now in the permitting phase with the City. You can keep up with the project and learn more about the redevelopment on their website here www.portofanacortes.com/redevelopmen...
ICYMI Tosca Pinder on insuring emerging technology: rom floating data centers to the challenges of underwriting innovation, Tosca breaks down how marine insurance works and how she is working to adapt it for new needs.
Listen now maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com
Listen now maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com
October 25, 2025 at 4:31 PM
ICYMI Tosca Pinder on insuring emerging technology: rom floating data centers to the challenges of underwriting innovation, Tosca breaks down how marine insurance works and how she is working to adapt it for new needs.
Listen now maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com
Listen now maritimemorningbrief.podbean.com
"298 total ship calls across 8 home port cruise brands operating 14 different ships"
www.portseattle.org/news/2025-cr...
www.portseattle.org/news/2025-cr...
2025 Cruise Season Ends with Record Passenger Numbers
The Port of Seattle announced today the completion of the 2025 cruise season. The record cruise season delivered an estimated $1.2 billion in regional economic benefit, while providing more than…
www.portseattle.org
October 23, 2025 at 2:02 PM
"298 total ship calls across 8 home port cruise brands operating 14 different ships"
www.portseattle.org/news/2025-cr...
www.portseattle.org/news/2025-cr...
(1/3) We’re proud to host the National Harbor Safety Conference in Seattle on March 24–25, 2026 at Bell Harbor International Conference Center. Discounted early bird registration is open through December 31st marexps.com/national-hsc...
October 22, 2025 at 4:31 PM
(1/3) We’re proud to host the National Harbor Safety Conference in Seattle on March 24–25, 2026 at Bell Harbor International Conference Center. Discounted early bird registration is open through December 31st marexps.com/national-hsc...
Register now for the Washington Fishermen’s Convention. This event is put on by Washington Sea Grant and will be held December 4 - December 8. Meals and a happy hour are also included in registration!
wsg.washington.edu/event/washin...
wsg.washington.edu/event/washin...
October 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Register now for the Washington Fishermen’s Convention. This event is put on by Washington Sea Grant and will be held December 4 - December 8. Meals and a happy hour are also included in registration!
wsg.washington.edu/event/washin...
wsg.washington.edu/event/washin...
MFSA is looking for a Training Coordinator!
Theywill serve as an independent contractor under the direction of the Fire Protection Agencies Advisory Council’s Planning Section, supporting training initiatives and contributing to strategic planning efforts.
mfsa.com/about-us/bus...
Theywill serve as an independent contractor under the direction of the Fire Protection Agencies Advisory Council’s Planning Section, supporting training initiatives and contributing to strategic planning efforts.
mfsa.com/about-us/bus...
Business Opportunities – Maritime Fire & Safety Association
Requests for quotes, services
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October 20, 2025 at 2:31 PM
MFSA is looking for a Training Coordinator!
Theywill serve as an independent contractor under the direction of the Fire Protection Agencies Advisory Council’s Planning Section, supporting training initiatives and contributing to strategic planning efforts.
mfsa.com/about-us/bus...
Theywill serve as an independent contractor under the direction of the Fire Protection Agencies Advisory Council’s Planning Section, supporting training initiatives and contributing to strategic planning efforts.
mfsa.com/about-us/bus...
From April through September, Puget Sound saw 285 cruise ship calls, up from 262 in 2024 and 271 in 2023. August lead at 61 arrivals—the highest monthly total in the past 3 years.
It’s worth noting that this growth can offset declines in other vessel types when looking at overall arrivals data.
It’s worth noting that this growth can offset declines in other vessel types when looking at overall arrivals data.
October 16, 2025 at 5:31 PM
From April through September, Puget Sound saw 285 cruise ship calls, up from 262 in 2024 and 271 in 2023. August lead at 61 arrivals—the highest monthly total in the past 3 years.
It’s worth noting that this growth can offset declines in other vessel types when looking at overall arrivals data.
It’s worth noting that this growth can offset declines in other vessel types when looking at overall arrivals data.
"The NTSB has released its investigation report ... concluding that OceanGate’s inadequate engineering process and flawed analysis of monitoring data directly caused the catastrophic failure that killed all five persons aboard"
gcaptain.com/ntsb-finds-o...
gcaptain.com/ntsb-finds-o...
NTSB Finds OceanGate Ignored Critical Damage Before Titan’s Final Dive
The National Transportation Safety Board has released its investigation report into the June 18, 2023, implosion of the submersible Titan, concluding that OceanGate’s inadequate engineering process…
gcaptain.com
October 15, 2025 at 8:54 PM
"The NTSB has released its investigation report ... concluding that OceanGate’s inadequate engineering process and flawed analysis of monitoring data directly caused the catastrophic failure that killed all five persons aboard"
gcaptain.com/ntsb-finds-o...
gcaptain.com/ntsb-finds-o...
🧭 How do we guide students into maritime careers?
Tosca Pinder shares the origin story of the Intl. Propeller Club’s student mentorship program discussing how students are matched with mentors, building meaningful connections, and the responsibility we all share to support the next generation.
Tosca Pinder shares the origin story of the Intl. Propeller Club’s student mentorship program discussing how students are matched with mentors, building meaningful connections, and the responsibility we all share to support the next generation.
October 14, 2025 at 7:31 PM
🧭 How do we guide students into maritime careers?
Tosca Pinder shares the origin story of the Intl. Propeller Club’s student mentorship program discussing how students are matched with mentors, building meaningful connections, and the responsibility we all share to support the next generation.
Tosca Pinder shares the origin story of the Intl. Propeller Club’s student mentorship program discussing how students are matched with mentors, building meaningful connections, and the responsibility we all share to support the next generation.
"... October 14-17 will consider formal adoption of the “Net-Zero Framework” – a comprehensive regulatory package aimed at achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions from shipping by or around 2050."
gcaptain.com/global-shipp...
gcaptain.com/global-shipp...
Global Shipping Industry Set to Adopt World's First International Carbon Pricing Scheme
Governments at the UN’s International Maritime Organization (IMO) are expected to adopt the world’s first global carbon pricing scheme on any international polluter next week, as the shipping…
gcaptain.com
October 14, 2025 at 6:45 PM
"... October 14-17 will consider formal adoption of the “Net-Zero Framework” – a comprehensive regulatory package aimed at achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions from shipping by or around 2050."
gcaptain.com/global-shipp...
gcaptain.com/global-shipp...