June 1, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Captain Greg Gardner

June 1, 2020

Following in his father's footsteps as a ship captain, Greg is a proud member of the Cooper Marine and Timberlands team.

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May 26, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Zack Saupe, Wheelman

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May 26, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Zack Saupe, Wheelman

Zack takes satisfaction in knowing that each towing job he works is different, each presenting their own unique set of challenges.

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May 14, 2020

Mooring Team Capsized, Rescued

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May 14, 2020

On April 20, multiple Cooper/T. Smith (CTS) Mooring boats were at work on the Mississippi River when the unthinkable happened. While securing ship mooring lines to the head buoy at Darrow, Mile 179, a Mooring boat capsized, plummeting its four crew members into the dangerous waterway.

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May 11, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Penny Burney, C/PA

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May 11, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Penny Burney, C/PA

Part of the Cooper/Ports America team since 1997, Penny Burney has honed a number of skills in her 23 years with the Houston-based company.

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May 7, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Essential Workers

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May 7, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Essential Workers

Our team is Essential!

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May 7, 2020

Cosco Shipping Donates Masks

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May 7, 2020

Cosco Shipping donated a shipment of masks to essential workers.

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April 14, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Richard Pipkins, CMT

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April 14, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Richard Pipkins, CMT

Richard Pipkins is responsible for keeping CMT’s cranes and equipment running efficiently.

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April 13, 2020

Mississippi River Rescue

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April 13, 2020

During the 38th-annual Mississippi Valley Trade and Transport Conference held in New Orleans in February, Cooper Consolidated’s Port Manager Kenny Burnsed assisted with a rescue on the raging Mississippi River.

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April 9, 2020

Perdido Queen Refurb at Blakeley BoatWorks

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April 9, 2020

Perdido Queen Refurb at Blakeley BoatWorks

In January the Perdido Queen, a dinner cruise vessel operating from the Mobile Convention Center, was transported to Blakeley BoatWorks for refurbishment.

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April 6, 2020

Coop Scoop Company Newsletter: 1st Quarter, 2020

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April 6, 2020

The Q1 2020 edition of our Coop Scoop company newsletter is now available!

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March 26, 2020

To Our Team, THANK YOU

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March 26, 2020

To our employees, thank you for taking such extraordinary measures to stay healthy, safe, and to keep our economy moving.

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March 9, 2020

Blakeley BoatWorks Maintenance & Electrical Department Overview

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March 9, 2020

Blakeley BoatWorks Maintenance & Electrical Department Overview

From new construction, builds, or service and repair, Blakeley BoatWorks is the one-stop shop for your marine vessel needs.

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February 20, 2020

High River in February's Biz New Orleans

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February 20, 2020

High River in February's Biz New Orleans

Members of the maritime industry share the dangers and business challenges of a mightier than usual Mississippi River.

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February 18, 2020

CMT Implements New Technology

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February 18, 2020

As the Gulf Coast’s premier cargo handler, Cooper Marine and Timberlands utilizes advanced technological innovations to add value for our customers.

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February 3, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Tina Adams, Crescent Towing

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February 3, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Tina Adams, Crescent Towing

Director of Administration for Crescent Towing, Tina Adams has worn many hats throughout her career, including becoming the first female dispatcher at Crescent Towing - New Orleans.

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January 21, 2020

Shaping the Global Economy: Limestone

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January 21, 2020

With more than 32 million tons moved annually, Limestone quarrying is a key industry served by the U.S. tugboat, pushboat, and barge industry.

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January 13, 2020

Coop Scoop Company Newsletter: 4th Quarter, 2019

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January 13, 2020

The Q4 2019 edition of our Coop Scoop company newsletter is now available!

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January 2, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Eddie Holland, Cooper-Wilkins

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January 2, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Eddie Holland, Cooper-Wilkins

Eddie Holland, General Supervisor, at Cooper-Wilkins Welding and Machine Co., is responsible for overseeing the shop's many jobs -- from bidding and procurement of materials to welding and fabrication.

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December 17, 2019

Blakeley BoatWorks Celebrates 5 Years

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December 17, 2019

December 17, 2019, marks the five-year anniversary of Blakeley BoatWorks joining the Cooper Group of Companies. In that time, the facility has grown from 18 employees to nearly 120 to become a Gulf Coast leader for shipbuilding and repair.

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December 9, 2019

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Thomas Palacio, CTS Mooring

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December 9, 2019

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Thomas Palacio, CTS Mooring

As a lineman for Cooper/T. Smith Mooring, Thomas Palacio is part of the team responsible for tying up a ship's mooring lines, either at midstream operations or at a dock.