Press releases
Economic Impact of Maritime Industry in Washington:
April 19, 2017
Seattle - New report shows strong health of industry, increased average salaries and tremendous opportunity... Continue reading
April 19, 2017
Seattle - New report shows strong health of industry, increased average salaries and tremendous opportunity... Continue reading
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New Report Highlights State ‘Best Practices’ to Ensure Washington’s Maritime Sector Competitiveness
October 5, 2016
Seattle - State lawmakers and regulators need to take action to reaffirm the state’s commitment to maritime industry... Continue reading
October 5, 2016
Seattle - State lawmakers and regulators need to take action to reaffirm the state’s commitment to maritime industry... Continue reading
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Summit to Strengthen Alaska and Puget Sound's Relationship
November 9, 2015
Anchorage, AK – On Nov. 9-10, a delegation of business and government leaders from Alaska and the Puget Sound will convene for a two day summit to examine the economic connections between the regions and work to overcome recently highlighted divides... Continue reading
November 9, 2015
Anchorage, AK – On Nov. 9-10, a delegation of business and government leaders from Alaska and the Puget Sound will convene for a two day summit to examine the economic connections between the regions and work to overcome recently highlighted divides... Continue reading
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Wash. Maritime Federation Announces 2015 Legislative Victories
August 4, 2015
Seattle – The Washington Maritime Federation today announced its 2015 state legislative victories at the Legislative Summit of National Conference of State Legislators, which brings together legislators and leaders from all 50 states... Continue reading
August 4, 2015
Seattle – The Washington Maritime Federation today announced its 2015 state legislative victories at the Legislative Summit of National Conference of State Legislators, which brings together legislators and leaders from all 50 states... Continue reading
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An open Letter to the Seattle Times Editorial Board.
June 30, 2015
Your recent Editorial, GiveMaritime industry a fair hearing on Shell’s oil - rig lease, is appreciated by the Washington Maritime Federation, representing maritime businesses and the men and women of the working waterfront... Continue reading
June 30, 2015
Your recent Editorial, GiveMaritime industry a fair hearing on Shell’s oil - rig lease, is appreciated by the Washington Maritime Federation, representing maritime businesses and the men and women of the working waterfront... Continue reading
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Updated Air Emissions Inventory Needed at Washington Ports.
June 26, 2015
Seattle – Following the call from Port of Seattle commission candidate Darrell Bryan and Port of Tacoma Commissioner Clare Petrich to update the 2011 Puget Sound Maritime Air Emissions Inventory, the Washington Maritime Federation today issued the following statement...Continue reading
June 26, 2015
Seattle – Following the call from Port of Seattle commission candidate Darrell Bryan and Port of Tacoma Commissioner Clare Petrich to update the 2011 Puget Sound Maritime Air Emissions Inventory, the Washington Maritime Federation today issued the following statement...Continue reading
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Green Marine sustainability conference highlights Washington maritime community's industry-leading practices and innovations
May 29, 2015
Seattle – The Washington Maritime Federation joined with Green Marine – the top environmental certification program for the North American marine industry – to host the annual Greentech 2015 conference. With the theme “Sustainability at Work in Marine Transportation,” the conference featured local companies and speakers at the forefront of building a more sustainable maritime sector...Continue reading
May 29, 2015
Seattle – The Washington Maritime Federation joined with Green Marine – the top environmental certification program for the North American marine industry – to host the annual Greentech 2015 conference. With the theme “Sustainability at Work in Marine Transportation,” the conference featured local companies and speakers at the forefront of building a more sustainable maritime sector...Continue reading
| wmf_greentech2015_pressrelease.pdf |
Maritime Day in Olympia, 2015 - A Coordinated Voice for Maritime Progress
Leading Maritime Industry Organizations, Labor Partners, Ports, Education Providers and Employers Unite to Support Legislative Priorities for the Maritime Industry Continue reading
Leading Maritime Industry Organizations, Labor Partners, Ports, Education Providers and Employers Unite to Support Legislative Priorities for the Maritime Industry Continue reading
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