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Tag Archives: USCG
Obstacles Ahead for U.S. Icebreakers
U.S. Coast Guard icebreaker ships hammer their way through sheets of ice to access remote ice-covered oceans. That’s a key capability if you want to get to the ends of the Earth, and that is part of their mission. Bodies … Continue reading
Happy 227th Birthday Coast Guard—A Look at Some Recent Fleet Modernization Efforts
Here’s a water cooler fun-fact: it’s Coast Guard Day! On this day in 1790, the Tariff Act authorized the construction of 10 ships to enforce maritime tariff and trade laws and prevent smuggling. These ships—known as “revenue cutters” for the … Continue reading
Environmental Challenges and Opportunities in the Arctic Get Federal Attention
A warming climate is changing the Arctic’s environment. The decline in summer sea ice, which reached its lowest point on record in 2012, has made some Arctic waters navigable for longer periods of time.
Passenger Security and Safety on Cruise Ships
Planning a vacation this winter? Each year, millions of people board cruise ships departing from U.S. ports. We have done work on the security and safety requirements for cruise vessels that may give you a better understanding of how cruise … Continue reading
