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U.S. Great Lakes ports had busy November

DECEMBER 17, 2013 — While the 2013 shipping season saw overall fluctuating cargo figures, U.S. ports on the Great Lakes have continued to outperform their initial projections, says the Saint Lawrence Seaway

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Rand Logistics reports latest quarterly results

AUGUST 7, 2013 — Great Lakes operator Rand Logistics, Inc. (Nasdaq:RLOG) today announced its financial results for its fiscal year 2014 first quarter ended June 30, 2013. Rand, which operates both U.S.-flag

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M.E.B.A. and Interlake Steamship agree new contract

JULY 1, 2013 — The Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association (M.E.B.A.) and Interlake Steamship Company have reached an agreement on a 12-year contract for 10 bulker vessels on the Great Lakes. M.E.B.A. rank

Stars align for Canadian laker fleet renewal

MAY 31, 2013 — Canada’s Great Lakes fleet is being rejuvenated with the addition of ships by three major carriers, Canada Steamship Lines (CSL), Algoma Central and Fednav. According to CSL President Rod

Interlake moves ahead on LNG fuel plans

MAY 8, 2013 — Middleburg Heights, Ohio, based Great Lakes operator The Interlake Steamship Company has reached an agreement in principle with Shell to supply liquefied natural gas (LNG)  to support Interlake’s

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Rand Logistics starts 2013 sailing season

MARCH 18, 2013 —Great Lakes operator Rand Logistics, Inc. (Nasdaq:RLOG) reports that its Jones Act compliant 19,600 dwt self-unloading vessel Calumet commenced 2013 sailing on March 14, 2013. Rand, which operates both

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Great Lakes veteran completes winter work

MARCH 12, 2013 — Great Lakes Shipyard, Cleveland, Ohio, reports that Inland Lakes Management’s S/S Alpena recently departed the shipyard, following completion of the vessel’s winter work projects. The shipyard performed a