Robert Whitby

Reflagged the largest container ship to have a USA registry 9400 TEU CMA CGM Phoenix

Successfully navigated vessels through various waterways, including challenging and congested areas. This includes HRW and extreme weather around the Cape of Good Hope.

Vessel was on the INDAMEX route to the Middle East.

Conducted various types of lightering operations to a variety of vessel types to include VLCC, small and large barges, in areas such as GOLA, and in variety anchorages-Stapleton and Port Angeles.

Implemented effective risk management strategies to ensure the safety of the vessel, crew, and cargo.

Responded to critical situations with composure and efficiency, prioritizing the safety of the crew and vessel.

Supervised deck crew activities and conducted regular safety drills to enhance emergency readiness

Assisted in the development and implementation of cargo plans to optimize carriage efficiency and safety.

Provide support to strategic sealift for national defense and provide the capability for emergency crewing and shoreside support to Military sealift command Norfolk