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USMMI adds another shallow-draft tanker to its US Flag fleet

USMMI adds another shallow-draft tanker to its US Flag fleet

December 4, 2024

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Press Release

USMMI proudly expands its U.S. Flag fleet with the Redwood Trader, a shallow-draft tanker supporting the U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command. This addition brings 17 new jobs for U.S. mariners, bolstering operations in the Far East.

End of an Era: The Sale of the M/T Acadia Trader and Her Storied Legacy

End of an Era: The Sale of the M/T Acadia Trader and Her Storied Legacy

March 19, 2024

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Press Release

The M/T Acadia Trader, known for her critical role in Operations Deep Freeze and Pacer Goose, and her capabilities for polar expeditions and at-sea refueling, has been sold to Trinity Maritime. Her service in extreme conditions, crew's expertise, and innovative operations have made her a distinguished asset in the U.S. Merchant Marine, culminating in a transfer to operate under Panama's flag. The ship's legacy includes numerous accolades, a testament to...

Fueling the Frontier: M/T Acadia Trader’s Critical Resupply Mission to Antarctica

Fueling the Frontier: M/T Acadia Trader’s Critical Resupply Mission to Antarctica

January 28, 2024

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The, a joint military mission to resupply the nation’s Antarctic station in support of the National Science Foundation (NSF), the lead agency for the U.S. Antarctic Program.  On January 28th, 2024, M/T Acadia Trader arrived at McMurdo Station in Antarctica to deliver over 7 million gallons of a special blend of diesel fuel mixed specifically […]

M/T Shenandoah Trader Joins the U.S. Flag Registry and Enters the Tanker Security Program

M/T Shenandoah Trader Joins the U.S. Flag Registry and Enters the Tanker Security Program

December 15, 2023

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Press Release

The newly reflagged M/T Shenandoah Trader reinforces the U.S. fleet under the Tanker Security Program, ensuring the availability of U.S. flagged oil/product tankers for defense and emergency scenarios. Crewed by the American Maritime Officers and the Seafarers International Union, it presently aids the Military Sealift Command in the Mediterranean.

Maritime Partners, LLC Acquires A.P. Moller-Maersk’s U.S. Government Charter Fleet

Maritime Partners, LLC Acquires A.P. Moller-Maersk’s U.S. Government Charter Fleet

September 20, 2023

3 mins read

Press Release

Maritime Partners, LLC has successfully acquired the U.S. Government Charter Fleet from A.P. Moller-Maersk, marking a significant diversification of its portfolio. The addition of USMMI aligns with Maritime Partners' growth strategy, extending its reach in U.S. Flag shipping and opening new employment avenues for U.S. mariners.