For journalists, producers, and editors
Press & media inquiries.
Working on a story about marine safety, the Maine commercial fishing industry, the U.S. Coast Guard, the Portland working waterfront, or the maritime supply trade? We’re happy to help. Five generations of context, an active service shop, and a leadership team that talks on the record.
What we can speak to
Topics we have direct experience on.
- Life raft service practice and the USCG inspection regime
- Cold-water survival physiology and immersion suit standards
- The 46 CFR 28 regulatory cycle and how it lands on small-boat captains
- Maine’s commercial fishing fleet — lobster, groundfish, scallop, urchin, herring
- The Portland and Eastport ports as commercial waterfronts
- Maritime supply chain and Portland’s ship agency history
- Heritage business succession (founded 1854; five generations of Leavitt family ownership)
- Heritage maritime brands under new ownership
Filing on deadline?
Email or call. We respond fast on press inquiries.
Most journalist requests get a same-day reply. Mention your outlet and deadline in the subject line.

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