ISS Appoints Ferguson VP, Cargo Solutions
Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS), a maritime services provider, announced a new hire within its Cargo Solutions division, with the appointment of Michael Ferguson as Vice President, Cargo Solutions, Terminals and Port Infrastructure. With more than 35 years’ experience working in senior positions for companies like Drummond Coal, Kinder Morgan and the Forge Group, Mike’s expertise extends from bulk material handling through to roles in engineering, operations, mining, terminal management, project management and business development.
Coast Guard Working to Reopen Ports
The Coast Guard, as part of a Joint Hurricane Team (JHT), is working to reopen the and Pascagoula Ship Channels to deep-draft traffic. Currently, the of is open to vessel traffic with a draft of 35 feet or less, but the is closed. The is open to all traffic with a draft of 12 feet or less, but Horn Island Channel remains closed. A recovery plan has been produced with the goal of reopening the channels within the next 24 hours, possibly late Wednesday afternoon. The JHT is made up of representatives from the maritime industry, and Pascagoula Port Authorities, and state and federal officials, including the Coast Guard, Army Corp of Engineers, and NOAA.