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May 2003
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| Orca-class trailership delivered to TOTE for Jones Act service |
| 'Midnight Sun' provides new jobs for AMO; 'North Star' to follow |
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Totem Ocean Trailer Express (TOTE) took delivery of the MV Midnight Sun, the first of two trailerships being built by National Steel and Shipyard Company in San Diego, Calif. The second Orca-class ship, the MV North Star, is scheduled to be christened June 14. |
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American Maritime Officers in April manned one of two Jones Act newbuilds that will provide lasting employment for licensed deck and engine officers in the American merchant fleet. "These new ships are the first steps into the future of U.S.-flag shipping for AMO," said AMO National President Michael McKay. "TOTE is leading the way in the renewal of the Jones Act dry cargo fleet with state-of-the-art ships that can provide safe, reliable cargo service and employment for American seafarers for years to come.". |
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