Author: Courtney Livingston
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Getting It Right…Together: Rebuilding SAR Curriculum
One of our biggest goals before 2026 ended was to refine NASBLA’s Boat Operations Search and Rescue (BOSAR) curriculum. But when we started taking a closer look at it, there was one issue that was hard to get past…we were teaching a SAR course, but students were not really getting to the core SAR material…
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The Conversations We Aren’t Having
Last week, I found myself in a long conversation with a supervisory intelligence analyst from the FBI about autonomous systems in the maritime environment. We talked about USVs, UUVs, emerging applications, how quickly the technology is evolving, and what some of those changes may mean for maritime security. It was the kind of conversation you…
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Beyond the Helm: Developing Maritime Decision-Makers
From Operator to Operational Leader Every year, maritime first responders across the United States invest countless hours developing the technical skills required to safely execute operations on the water. They become proficient coxswains, tactical operators, maritime law enforcement officers, firefighters, rescue personnel, and emergency responders. They master vessel handling, navigation, search techniques, communications, emergency procedures,…
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Beyond the Security Zone: Maritime Readiness in an Era of Emerging Capabilities
Over the coming months, federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and private-sector partners will be carrying out one of the most complex domestic security efforts in modern history. The convergence of the 2026 FIFA World Cup games and the nation’s America 250 celebrations will bring millions of visitors, thousands of public events, and unprecedented demands on…
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