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  By the Numbers: Future US Navy Vessels

  The U.S. Navy has a pipeline of nearly 100 vessels either under construction or planned.

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  Insights

  One-on-one with Grant Pecoraro, U.S. Managing Director, Incat Crowther.

  By Eric Haun

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  Sail Freight: Fair Winds or Grassroot Sustainability?

  Cargo movers and green advocates turn to the wind for more environmentally friendly shipping.

  By Robert Kunkel

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  Jones Act Waiver Mess

  Potential energy shortages in the U.S. northeast draw attention to the messy Jones Act waiver process.

  By Charlie Papavizas

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  Texas Beefs Up Security with New RHIBS from Ocean Craft Marine

  New speedy and agile RHIBs boost safety and firepower for law enforcement combatting drug smugglers on the Rio Grande.

  By Eric Haun

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  The More ‘Eyes on the Water’, the Better

  New Coast Guard cutters and a growing network of unmanned systems will detect and respond to abnormal maritime behavior.

  By Edward Lundquist

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  What’s Next for Eastern Shipbuilding?

  The shipyard’s president, Joey D’Isernia, discusses latest developments in the closely watched Offshore Patrol Cutter program, as well as other opportunities.

  By Eric Haun

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  Profile: Boksa Marine Design

  Naval architecture firm celebrates 20th anniversary, bigger engineering projects.

  By Lisa Overing