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23 Jan 2026

Largest Self-Propelled Hopper Dredger in US History Delivered

Seatrium delivers FREDERICK PAUP for Manson Construction, the largest Self-Propelled Hopper Dredge in U.S. history.
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Seatrium delivered FREDERICK PAUP to Manson Construction Co. Built at Seatrium’s Brownsville Texas yard, the Jones Act-compliant vessel is the largest self-propelled hopper dredger in US history.Key highlights:Largest in the U.S. – 420’ length x 81’ beam, with a 15,000+ cubic yard hopper capacityPowerful and Agile – Self-propelled with 25,000 horsepower, triple azimuthing stern drives, and twin bow thrustersSustainable – Tier 4 Wabtec Diesel-Electric Engines and an advanced hull…

29 Dec 2025

Great Ships of 2025: Frederick Paup

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15,000 cu. yd. Hopper Dredge = “the Cookie Monster” of Beach ReplenishmentManson Construction Co.’s Frederick Paup is the largest Trailing Suction Hopper Dredge in the United States. Designed and built specifically to meet the needs of the U.S. dredging market, she boasts 25,000 HP and volumetric capacity of over 15,000 cubic yards. Utilizing her triple Z Drives and twin Bow Thrusters enables the Frederick Paup to maneuver and dredge within the tightest channels. This further…

16 Apr 2025

Carboline Appoints New Vice President of Global Research

Dr. Ali Shah courtesyof Carboline.

Carboline has announced that Dr. Ali Shah has joined the company as Vice President of Global Research, Development, and Innovation.Shah brings over 22 years of product innovation experience, having held leadership positions with renowned global chemical companies, including Dow, Eastman, PPG and Lubrizol. His extensive expertise reflects Carboline’s ongoing commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions to the market.“Carboline has a strong legacy of leading with technology and innovation,” said Shah.

10 Feb 2025

Carboline Appoints Inaugural Vice President of Supply Chain

Source: Carboline

Carboline has named Priscila Nobre as the company’s inaugural Vice President of Supply Chain. She will oversee the company’s Sales Inventory and Operations Planning, Service Centers, Customer Service and Transportation departments.Carboline is a global manufacturer of high-performance coatings, linings, and fireproofing products based in St. Louis, Missouri, US.“Recent economic and environmental crises show us how dependent customers are on their supply chains and how strong supply chains make strong customer relationships,” Nobre said.

11 Jul 2024

Carboline Names Juanjo Ardid President

Juanjo Ardid (Photo: Carboline)

St. Louis based coatings manufacturer Carboline announced it has named Juanjo Ardid as company president. Ardid succeeded Chris Tiernay, who led the company since late 2016, on June 24.Ardid had been employed by PPG since 1993 before joining Carboline. He was most recently based in Pittsburgh, Pa., as Vice President of Protective and Marine Coatings for the U.S. and Canada. Other prior roles include General Manager for Global Automotive Adhesives and Sealants as well as market director roles for Europe…

11 Oct 2022

Brown Named US Sales VP for Carboline

Rick Brown (Photo: Carboline)

Coatings manufacturer Carboline announced it has named Rick Brown as Vice President of Sales USA, reporting to Darrin Andrews, Executive Vice President of Sales North America.Brown has been a member of the Carboline team since 2000, most recently serving as the Director of Sales Southeast Region USA. In his new role, Brown will oversee sales strategy and growth throughout the United States."Rick has been an invaluable member of the Carboline family for years," said Andrews. "His industry knowledge…

21 Mar 2022

Carboline: 'Bigger and Better' at 75 Years

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St. Louis-based coatings specialist Carboline is celebrating its 75th year in business in 2022. From humble beginnings in 1947, Carboline has grown into a global organization that has launched more than 500 products, with more than seven research facilities, 20 manufacturing facilities and hundreds of warehouses. Still, the company has remained laser-focused on quality, innovation and top-notch service.“Our offering to the maritime market is very unique,” said Brad Treuting, Carboline’s director of sales for marine and offshore in the U.S. Gulf and East Coast.

03 Feb 2022

Verberght Named Managing Director of Carboline Europe

Anthony Verberght (Photo: Carboline)

St. Louis-based coatings manufacturer Carboline announced Anthony Verberght will join the company as managing director of Carboline Europe, effective February 28.Verberght will be responsible for overseeing Europe's strategy development, growth and profitability in conjunction with the Carboline executive team. He will also drive the implementation of the European portion of the company’s global expansion project designed to increase Carboline’s European business. He will report to Chris Tiernay…

01 Feb 2022

Carboline Celebrates 75 Years

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This year marks the 75th anniversary of Carboline, a global leader in coatings, linings and fireproofing. Carboline was founded by Stanley Lopata in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1947 and has grown into a global organization.Company president, Chris Tiernay remarked, "Two thousand twenty-two marks our 75th anniversary, an accomplishment we are tremendously proud of. For 75 years, Carboline has been solving some of the industry's most challenging problems. We remain committed to the idea that there is always a solution.

10 Apr 2017

Carboline: 70 Years of Coatings and Linings

Coatings, linings and fireproofing company Carboline was founded by Stanley Lopata in St. Louis, Mo. in 1947 and has since gone on to become a global organization, now celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2017. “We have achieved this milestone through the hard work and dedication of our employees, partners and our culture of customer service that exists throughout the entire organization,” said company president Chris Tiernay. In its 70 years, Carboline has grown to more than seven research facilities, 20 manufacturing facilities and hundreds of warehouses, with more than 500 products launched, including brands such as Bitumastic, Carboguard, Carbozinc, Firefilm, Phenoline, Plasite, Polyclad, Pyrocrete, Pyroclad, Reactamine, Sanitile, Thermo-Lag, Thermaline and more.

26 Jan 2017

Carboline Opens Upgraded R&D Facility

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Coatings manufacturer Carboline has reopened its St. Louis research and development center after the facility recently received several upgrades. Attended by company President and COO Chris Tiernay, Brentwood City Mayor Chris Thornton and 125 St. Louis based employees, the grand reopening included a ribbon cutting ceremony, tours of the newly updated facility and a company luncheon. “This grand reopening signifies Carboline’s commitment to innovation in the coatings industry,” Tiernay said. The event also kicks off a series of yearlong celebrations for the company’s 70th anniversary.

11 Jan 2017

Carboline Names Andrews Executive VP of US Sales

Carboline has appointed Darrin J. Andrews as Executive Vice President of Sales USA, effective December 5, 2016.   Andrews has been in the protective and industrial coatings industry for over 27 years and has a wealth of knowledge in the oil and gas, and mining segments. Andrews is a NACE Certified Coatings Inspector and has been active in the Canadian protective coatings industry for 20 years.