USGLSA Committed to U.S. Great Lakes Maritime Commerce
Arranging Timely Port Services for Ocean Operators since 1956
Seeks effective and efficient policies for US Great Lakes commerce
Shares insights on Great Lakes maritime challenges
Builds connections across vessel agents
About Us
The US Great Lakes Shipping Association (USGLSA) provides support to the ocean vessel operators, through their agents, for port calls on US Great Lakes. The St Lawrence Seaway and Great. Lakes form the maritime route for delivery of goods and services to and from the heartland of America. The heartland is home to many natural resources and innovative manufacturing products as well as maritime and non-maritime labor. The Association collaborates with aligned groups focusing on efficiency, security, safety and environmental concerns associated with the Great Lakes port calls.
We represent your interests to ensure smooth operations at US Great Lakes ports.
Timely updates and insights on regulations and port activities keep you informed.
We share the News and Policy Discussions for your interest
The Pilots have sought and the District Director has approved daylight only voyages in specified waters.
The USGLSA has recommended the CG review the use of designated and undesignated waters.
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Our Leadership Team
Mr. Crowley is a retired Rear Admiral in the U.S. Coast Guard. For the last 50 years he has served the maritime community. He retired as the Commander of the Great Lakes District responsible for safety, security and environmental protection in his area of responsibility. In that capacity he worked with both US and Canadian governmental agencies aimed at supporting an effective and efficient system of maritime commerce. As a "Cutterman" he served at sea for over ten years including four on the Great Lakes. As a judge advocate he served as the service's Judge Advocate General. Following retirement he served as an Executive for a global marine terminal company and then President of a trade association representing waterfront employers.
John Crowley
Executive Director
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Reach out to USGLSA to discuss how we support Great Lakes vessel agents and how we might work with you.
