TABLE OF CONTENTS
COVER STORY
TRAINING & EDUCATION
COLUMNISTS � Bryant, Spielmann, Bondareff, Smith, Beadling
GOVERNMENT UPDATE
24 Webb Institute:
Photo Credit: Seaman's Church Institute
16 Noise Pollution: A Coming Challenge
Noise in the marine environment is catching the attention of regulators. � by Dennis Bryant
FINANCE
Melding Tradition with Tomorrow
At Long Island's Webb Institute, RADM Robert C. Olsen Jr. (pictured below) is melding the honor and tradition of his school's namesake with advanced technologies and training techniques to create the new generation of maritime leaders. � by Greg Trauthwein
20 Tech Drives Shipping Evolution
Technology advances have significantly changed the way in which ships and ops are insured � by Kord Spielmann
LEGAL
22 A Busy Agenda
The new Administration and Congress have a busy maritime agenda ahead. � by Joan M. Bondareff & Duncan Smith
ENVIRONMENT
On the Cover: Maritime training formally began at Seaman's Church Institute in 1914. The Institute constructed a ships bridge on the roof of the building of 25 South Street, advertised as the "highest navigation bridge in the world."
36 SEAaT & Reducing Emissions
A new international initiative to address emissions stresses technological solutions � by John Aitken
MEGAYACHT
38 Working the Downturn
Investment in bad times has exponential impact when the inevitable good times return. � by Rob Beadling
Authorized Worldwide ENGINE & TURBOCHARGER
24/7 Emergency Turnkey Service Full DEUTZ Engine Line Service/Support Engine Surveys Extensive OEM Parts Inventory Overhaul of Rotors & Casings Reblading with New or Reconditioned Components ISO 9001-2000 Certified
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