Saltchuk

05/23/2026

Disaster management workshops are part of Tropical Shipping's commitment to ensuring the resilience of the island communities it serves.

“Part of our company’s mission is to support the health and well-being of the Caribbean before, during, and after a natural disaster. When we say, ‘we’re committed to island life,’ we mean it, and providing these workshops is that commitment in action," said Tropical President Tim Martin.

Learn more about Tropical's commitment to bringing people together before the need arises: https://www.saltchuk.com/caribbean-islands-rely-on-strong-public-private-partnerships-for-disaster-recovery/

05/14/2026

Honored to join the U.S. Coast Guard Foundation in Seattle this week alongside Saltchuk Marine, Foss, and TOTE Maritime to support those who serve and protect our communities.

The Foundation’s work, providing emergency relief, scholarships, and wellness resources to Coast Guard members and their families, ensures no one faces hardship alone.

05/14/2026

Ready to take the next step in your professional journey? 🌟 Grow your career with us and discover opportunities that challenge, inspire, and empower you to succeed.

View careers from all of our companies: https://careers.saltchuk.com/

05/12/2026

We're proud to support Junior Achievement of North Florida in Jacksonville, FL, an organization dedicated to preparing students for future success through financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and career readiness.

By connecting volunteer mentors with classrooms, JA of North Florida inspires young minds and gives students the tools they need to build bright futures. The kind of impact that matters.

Aqua Gulf Transport, Inc.
Caribtrans
Deluxe Freight, LLC
First Coast Terminals
Puerto Rico Terminals
Seven Seas Insurance Company
TOTE Maritime
Tropical Shipping

05/06/2026

From Mumbai to Alaska's fuel supply chain, Nishant Shah has always been drawn to how things work.

A mechanical engineer turned supply chain analyst, Nishant found his way to Delta Western Petroleum - Juneau through a UW Foster internship and hasn't looked back. Now he's building the systems that keep remote Alaskan communities fueled.

Read the full story here -> https://www.saltchuk.com/from-mumbai-to-the-pacific-northwest/

04/27/2026

Carlo Rodriguez left the Marines not knowing what a hard drive was. Now he's leading one of Saltchuk Marine's biggest technology overhauls.

Eight years in the Corps, a decade of night school, and a career built on leading people as much as systems. His story is worth a read!

Full story at the link below 👇
https://www.saltchuk.com/how-one-marine-found-his-mission-in-maritime/

04/01/2026

We are pleased to share that Great Lakes Dredge and Dock is now a member of the Saltchuk family of companies.

"We're proud to welcome Great Lakes Dredge & Dock to the Saltchuk family of companies," said Saltchuk Chairman Mark Tabbutt. "With GLDD, we have grown to nearly 10,000 team members united by a shared commitment: delivering safe, responsible, and reliable service to the communities we serve. We look forward to partnering with the GLDD team as we work together to grow the business and serve our nation for generations to come."

Read more here: https://www.saltchuk.com/saltchuk-welcomes-great-lakes-dredge-dock-to-our-family-of-companies/

03/19/2026

Last chance!

Nominations for our Annual Safety Awards close tomorrow. Don’t miss the opportunity to recognize someone who truly lives out our safety values here at Saltchuk.

Submit a nomination here: https://lnkd.in/g58B__aP

03/18/2026

We were honored to host a lunch supporting Rick Larsen at our offices last week and bring together a diverse group of companies and individuals representing multiple pillars of the PNW Maritime community. The event reinforced the importance of continued engagement on issues impacting our industries and the region. We are grateful for Rep. Larsen’s commitment to understanding the issues facing the maritime sector and helping create a strong maritime economy for Washington state.

03/14/2026

If you eat it, wear it, or drive it in Alaska, there's a good chance it arrived on one of TOTE Maritime Alaska's ships.

Every week, two vessels depart the Port of Tacoma bound for Anchorage carrying an average of 20 million pounds of cargo each. TOTE has been running this route for 50 years, moving roughly a third of all cargo entering the state.

"If a ship is delayed due to inclement weather, milk is not there on Sunday morning when you're buying your groceries." — Bill Crawford, President, TOTE Maritime Alaska
South Sound Business sat down with Crawford to tell the full story.

Read more here →

TOTE Maritime Alaska has been helmed by Federal Way-raised Bill Crawford since August 2025. We caught up with him in our latest issue.

03/12/2026

Madison is a Women Offshore scholarship recipient and Massachusetts Maritime Academy junior. This past winter, she joined Overseas Shipholding Group - OSG's Overseas Cascade for her sea term as the only woman aboard. She didn't just fit in. She thrived.

"That ship helped me build confidence, speak up, and stand my ground."

Read her full story → https://lnkd.in/g9DJany2