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October 14, 2025
Critical Piece of Downstream Energy Flows
James Gura, VP Northeast, and Dana Copeland, Director of Internal Compliance, shared shipping agency insights with folks at Shell’s Houston office—from across many verticals—to explain how this critical piece of downstream energy flows.
October 13, 2025
USTR Section 301 Vessel Fees
What You Need to Know
October 10, 2025
Critical Role the CGMA Plays in Supporting U.S. Coast Guard
Coast Guard Mutual Assistance CEO Brooke Millard spoke at the Greater Houston Port Bureau luncheon—enlightening industry with the critical role the CGMA plays in supporting our U.S. Coast Guard staff in times of hardship like the present federal shutdown.
October 09, 2025
Moran Milestones
Please join us in sending congratulations for these incredible Moran Milestones!
October 03, 2025
Texas A&M University Galveston Campus
We’re stoked about supporting our Texas A&M University Galveston Campus friends at the upcoming Houston Port Partners Tailgate Party Oct 11th at Texas A&M University’s Kyle Field.
October 01, 2025
Back at Breakbulk Americas
We’re thrilled to be back at Breakbulk Americas to see our many friends, clients and partners!
September 16, 2025
Greater Houston Port Bureau Commerce Club Luncheon
Last week’s Greater Houston Port Bureau Commerce Club luncheon, featuring CAPT Nicole Rodriguez, Sector Commander of U.S. Coast Guard Sector Houston-Galveston was a phenomenal success.
September 01, 2025
Incredible Individuals Who Make Our Company What It Is
Today, we take a moment to recognize and thank the incredible individuals who make our company what it is — our dedicated team members across the country.
August 27, 2025
Houston Maritime Center & Museum
For more than a century, Houston has been defined by ships, cargo, and the people who keep them moving. Now, that story has a permanent home worthy of its scale - OUR maritime museum.
August 25, 2025
2025 Maritime Leader of the Year
We were thrilled to see Roger Guenther, retired Executive Director from Port Houston, honoured at the Greater Houston Port Bureau 96th Annual Maritime Dinner as the 2025 Maritime Leader of the Year.
July 18, 2025
Lisa Jeppson Promoted
We’re excited to share that Lisa Jeppson has been promoted to the role of Operations Manager here at Moran Shipping Agencies, Inc!
July 15, 2025
Expansion of the Museum
We are indeed quite pleased to see the continued expansion of the museum as its indicative of not only Houston’s shipping success but that of our national maritime sector as well.
July 11, 2025
Great Things Happening in Texas Ports
Geir-Eilif Kalhagen, the #Maritime Division Director for Texas Department of Transportation - offered insights into the great things happening in Texas ports. Like all things ‘Texan’, it was BIG! 🤠
July 04, 2025
Fourth of July 2025
🎆 Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸
July 02, 2025
Michael Nelson Promoted
We’re excited to share that Michael Nelson has been promoted to the role of Vessel Manager for OSW here at Moran Shipping Agencies, Inc!
June 18, 2025
Annual Ship Safety Awards Ceremony
We participate in over 40 organizations across the US to ensure our principals concerns are addressed and their interests are protected. Proudly.
June 17, 2025
Fireside Chat with Texas House of Representatives’ Briscoe Cain and Jon Rosenthal
Greater Houston Port Bureau Chairman Vincent J. DiCosimo, SVP Targa Resources, led a fireside chat with Texas House of Representatives’ Briscoe Cain and Jon Rosenthal on the ‘Lone Star State of Affairs’ - fantastic insights!
June 12, 2025
Largest Independent Steamship Agency in North America
Moran is proud to be the largest independent steamship agency in North America, and we’re looking for talented individuals to join our team!
June 11, 2025
New Orleans Chapter Social
We’re happy to see Quyenie Lam highlighted in this event and pleased to support it!
June 03, 2025
Mourning the Loss of James Lawrence
Moran Shipping joins the maritime world in mourning the loss of James Lawrence - a man whose legacy ripples across our seas to touch every port where ships with cargoes sail from.
May 27, 2025
National Maritime Week at the U.S. Department of Transportation’s MARAD Ceremony
Moran was pleased to join industry partners at the National Maritime Week at the U.S. Department of Transportation’s MARAD ceremony featuring Secretary Sean Duffy and Interlake Maritime Services’ Mark Barker.
May 19, 2025
2025 International Day for Women in Maritime
Yesterday marked #InternationalDayforWomeninMaritime, a day to celebrate the contributions of women across our industry.
May 16, 2025
SHIPPINGInsight in Houston
We're excited to see SHIPPINGInsight come to Houston and look forward to being a part!
May 09, 2025
First Female President in the 130-Year History of Chevron Shipping Company
Barbara Pickering is the first female president in the 130-year history of Chevron Shipping Company, a role she assumed in May 2024 following the retirement of Mark Ross.
April 26, 2025
Launch of the MARY JANE MORAN
That legacy continues with the launch of the MARY JANE MORAN, the newest addition to the Moran Towing Corporation fleet.
February 05, 2025
Please join us in congratulating Daniel Van Duzer
Dan has been with Moran for more than twenty years. As a trusted leader, he has a depth of experience in the global maritime oil and liquid cargo transportation industry.
February 04, 2025
Moran Milestones Jan 2025
We are excited to recognize J. Andrew Black, Paul Caruselle, and Emily Miller
January 29, 2025
Prosperous Chinese New Year
Wishing you a Prosperous Chinese New Year from Moran Shipping!
January 10, 2025
First Greater Houston Port Bureau luncheon of 2025!
We’re proud to support the Greater Houston Port Bureau as an annual sponsor of the Commerce Club luncheons and glad to see the New Year off to a great start!
January 01, 2025
Happy 2025!
Wishing you all a happy, healthy, and joyous 2025!
December 25, 2024
Happy Holidays!
We hope your holiday was a joyous one
December 06, 2024
40 Years of Holiday Cheer
For over four decades, Moran Shipping Agencies has brought together executives from the Maritime and Energy sectors
November 28, 2024
From all of us at Moran, Happy Thanksgiving!
To our friends in the USA, we wish you a Thanksgiving filled with gratitude
November 20, 2024
Chamber of Shipping of America and Environmental Safety Awards
Moran Shipping Agencies is proud to be part of the Chamber of Shipping of America
November 18, 2024
Rememberance of Philip Moran
With deep sadness, Moran shares the passing of Philip Moran, former President of Moran Shipping Agencies
November 15, 2024
Final Greater Houston Port Bureau Commerce Club luncheon of the year
Joined by COL Rhett Blackmon of the US Army Corps of Engineers
November 11, 2024
Honoring Those Who Stand Watch: Our Veterans
Today, we pause to recognize every man and woman who has served in our armed forces
November 01, 2024
4th Annual Topgolf Event 2024
As a Silver Sponsor of the 4th Annual Topgolf Event, Moran Shipping is honored to play a part in bringing together the next generation of #MaritimeIndustry leaders.
October 07, 2024
Moran Shipping Agencies is making waves at Breakbulk Americas!
For 87 years, we've been strategic partners in every facet of #ShipsAndShipping
October 03, 2024
Coastal Bend Maritime Career Expo and Job Fair
Moran Shipping was very pleased to take part in Port Corpus Christi’s career fair
July 30, 2024
Remembering James “Jim” Black
Today marks one year since the passing of James “Jim” Black
July 24, 2024
YoungShip Texas Maritime Panel
Shifting Gears: Navigating Transitions and Opportunities in the Maritime Industry
June 07, 2024
Amazing evening at Posidonia 2024 in Athens
with our treasured Greek clients, maritime industry partners, and friends
June 04, 2024
Posidonia 2024 in Athens
Be sure to stop by booth 2.425/12 to meet with us and discuss your vessel agency needs!
May 17, 2024
Please join us in congratulating
James Gura on his promotion to Vice President of Northeast Operations
May 06, 2024
Houston Ship Channel Project11
The Port of Houston Authority is considering implementing a Houston Ship Channel User Fee based on federal law to fund the construction of Project 11.
May 03, 2024
Port of Beumont unveils 85m dock
Allowing to transport & receive cargo from all over the world
April 29, 2024
Moran Shipping Agencies giving the Mexican Navy a proper ADIOS!
Thank you for the exciting opportunity
April 15, 2024
IPF New Orleans
Stop by booth #1508 to visit Moran Shipping Agencies
April 15, 2024
Moran Milestones
April has been an exciting month
January 23, 2024
Moran Milestones
Thank you all for your continued hard work
December 15, 2023
Season of Giving
Employees at our headquarters in Providence have been collecting donations for the Rhode Island Community Food Bank
November 02, 2023
Charting New Horizons: Women in Maritime
Jessica Di Giulio, Moran's Vice President of Business Development, participated in the “Charting New Horizons: Women in Maritime – Uniting Generations and Inspiring Futures”
October 23, 2023
Moran Milestones
We consider ourselves so lucky to have such a dedicated team
October 12, 2023
Please join us in congratulating
Rob LeClair, Daniel Van Duzer and Douglas Crandall on their promotions
September 01, 2023
Congrats Tim Manning!
As the newest board member of Oliver Hazard Perry Rhode Island (OHPRI)
August 18, 2023
Moran Shipping Agencies, Inc. appoints new CEO and President
We welcome Gavin R. Black and J. Andrew Black
August 15, 2023
Please join us as we congratulate
Scott Litton on his promotion to General Manager
July 30, 2023
To our Beloved Jim Black
With profound sadness, Moran announces the passing of our President and CEO James “Jim” Black
June 01, 2023
ASBA Achievements
Three of our Vessel Agents have earned their Certificates of Achievement from the Association of Ship Brokers and Agents (ASBA).
May 30, 2023
Tom Sullivan 50th Milestone
Senior Vice President Tom Sullivan reaches 50 year milestone with Moran Shipping Agencies
April 03, 2023
Wyndy Jenning 25th Milestone
Wyndy Jennings achieves a 25 year milestone with Moran Shipping Agencies as the Executive Assistant to our CEO/President, Jim Black.
May 15, 2019
Maritime Day - Sean Petty honored in Portland, Maine
This Year’s Propeller Club Member of the Year
February 08, 2019
Darryl Danos Retires
Moran celebrates the retirement of Darryl Danos, Operations Manager of our Lake Charles, LA office
June 09, 2015
Paul Caruselle Receives USCG Award
Moran Shipping Agencies is proud to welcome Paul Caruselle on-board as Vice President
