A mission of missile defense
Clendenin is Chief Mate on the SS Pacific Tracker when the vessel is activated for missions for the Missile Defense Agency. He began his career with TOTE Services in 2005 aboard the SS Chesapeake.
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Author: Emily Reiter
Tropical’s leadership guru shares journey, importance of reimagining the future
“How do we want it to be when we go back to old ‘normal’? What do we want to keep from our old lives? What do we want to keep from our new lives? That’s what leaders think about. Leaders tell the truth about what’s happening, reimagine the future, come up with ways to make changes, and – above all – leaders support and encourage everyone at all levels. That’s exactly what Senior Leadership at Tropical Shipping is doing right now. I’m confident we will emerge even stronger than before.”
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Fifty years in the driver’s seat
Shoreside Logistics Driver Allen McKnight is the 2019 recipient of the Mike Garvey Award for Distinguished Service in Safety. He began his truck-driving career almost 50 years ago on Aug. 29, 1971.
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Tropical’s South Florida Sales Team sends message of confidence to customers
A typical week sees the 10 members of Tropical’s Miami-based South Florida Sales Team hitting the road, calling on customers in Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Lucy, and Okeechobee counties. Since March 16, the team’s workweek has been anything but typical.
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Saltchuk’s Alaska director focused on making a difference
“Food security is a big issue in our community and everywhere,” he said. “We wanted to illustrate how, with little effort, everyone can make an impact – not only during a pandemic but every day. We’ve always believed that being involved and helping out where needed is a part of being a good neighbor, and in our case, good Alaskans.”
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A message to the People of Saltchuk
A note from Saltchuk Chairman Mark Tabbutt Throughout the Saltchuk family of companies, people have been stepping up in amazing ways. While many of us are now physically more apart, we have come closer together as a larger family in our
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The Saltchuk family of companies
Visit our website to learn more about the Saltchuk family of companies. To learn more about career opportunities at Saltchuk companies, visit the Saltchuk Job Board.
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Foss mission leaders reflect on Puerto Rico disaster relief
Robert Wagoner:‘It takes a village, constant effort, and focus to achieve success.’ By Hilary Reeves Five days after Hurricane Maria savaged her way through the Caribbean last September, Foss Maritime Director of Cargo Operations Rob Wagoner was on the ground
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Shoreside Logistics warehouse manager talks shop
Under Jeff LeBlanc’s careful stewardship, the Shoreside Logistics’ Jacksonville warehouse has grown from an initial 24,000 square feet to 94,000 in a handful of years. By Hilary Reeves Louisiana native Jeff LeBlanc first made his way east to Jacksonville, Florida
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Naval Architect Amanda Dayton keeps Foss on cutting edge of tech
ROVs, lasers, and more open a world of future possibilities for the storied tug company By Hilary Reeves Foss Naval Architect and Marine Engineer Amanda Dayton knew early on that she’d be pursuing a career in engineering. “I went to
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ACMF to honor the career of Saltchuk’s Rick Murrell at annual benefit
Since setting a new course for Tropical, Murrell eyes other opportunities to ride the wave of the future. By Hilary Reeves The American Caribbean Maritime Foundation (ACMF) has announced it will honor the career achievements of Saltchuk Senior Vice President
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Miami Warehouse Manager says future is bright for Tropical
Abel Ortiz: ‘(Tropical Shipping’s) customer base keeps growing, volumes keep increasing, and it’s directly linked to our people and their commitment to our customers.’ By Hilary Reeves Abel Ortiz grew up alongside the swaying palm trees of Carolina, Puerto Rico,
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Head of Tropical’s new construction in Guangzhou, China
Charged with the oversight of six new builds, adjusting to life in Guangzhou was an adventure for German-born Erwin Holder. By Hilary Reeves While living on a little farm growing potatoes and wheat in post-war Germany, 10-year-old Erwin Holder started
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