Great Lakes bulker successfully retrofitted for automatic dock-to-dock operation; USMMA Superintendent promoted to Vice Admiral Posted on January 14, 2021 by admin Great Lakes bulker successfully retrofitted for automatic dock-to-dock operation The 1979-built MV American Courage has become the largest ship ever capable of performing automated docking and dock-to-dock sailing operations, following retrofitting with the Wärtsilä SmartMove solution for semi-autonomous sailing. Full Article Continue reading →