AEU Honors Outstanding Maritime Safety Programs in 2024 Awards Ceremony
The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU), recognized as a leader in worker's compensation insurance for waterfront employers, recently announced the recipients of its prestigious 2024 AEU Safety Awards. These awards aim to highlight exceptional safety programs within the maritime industry and are presented to members of the American Longshore Mutual Association (ALMA).
Held annually, the awards celebrate those organizations that have demonstrated outstanding safety practices over the previous calendar year. The eligibility criteria include analyzing the frequency and severity of workers' compensation incidents along with various safety-related metrics meticulously assessed by AEU's dedicated loss control team. This year’s awards took place at a national forum held in Charlotte, North Carolina, where esteemed leaders from the maritime sector gathered.
"Safety is not just a goal. It is a standard that these companies live by every day," remarked Jimmy Burgin, Senior Vice President and Director of Loss Control at AEU. His statement captures the essence of the commitment and dedication shown by the award-winning organizations. These companies not only strive for excellence in safety but also set benchmarks that inspire others in the industry to follow suit.
Adele Hapworth, the CEO of AEU, also voiced her sentiments, emphasizing the importance of a robust safety culture. "This award highlights the focus, consistency, and leadership required to build a strong safety culture," she said. "Congratulations to all the winners for the hard work that made this achievement possible."
The winners of the 2024 AEU Safety Awards include:
- - AAA United States, Inc.
- - Amherst Madison, Inc.
- - Amplify Energy Corp.
- - Austal USA, LLC
- - Barton Gray Mariners Club, LLC
- - Basin Marine, Inc.
- - Bay Bridge Texas, LLC
- - BWC Terminals
- - Carlisle Bray Enterprises
- - Cabrillo Boat Shop
- - Collins Machine Works
- - Conrad Shipyard
- - Continental Heavy Civil
- - Donjon Marine Co., Inc.
- - Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc.
- - Elite Workforce, LLC
- - Employer Solutions Staffing Group, LLC
- - Evansville Marine Service, Inc.
- - Global, 1st Flagship Company
- - Gulf South Services, Inc.
- - Gunderson Marine Iron
- - Hughes Bros., Inc.
- - Hyde Shipping Corporation
- - Integrity Staffing Services, Inc.
- - JAG Marine Group
- - Johnny Morris' Wonders of Wildlife Foundation
- - Manson Construction Co.
- - Marine Group Boat Works, LLC
- - Marisco, Ltd.
- - Middle River Marine, LLC
- - Motive Power Marine, LLC
- - Nationwide Skilled Trades, Inc.
- - Prime Time Coatings, Inc.
- - Quigg Bros, Inc.
- - Resilient USA, LLC
- - Rio Marine
- - Sause Bros., Inc.
- - South Florida Container Repair, LLC
- - Svendsen's Bay Marine
- - The Quality Companies, LLC
- - Tidal Transport Trading USA, Ltd.
- - TREO Staffing
- - TT Mile 183, LLC; TT Mile 237, LLC, a division of James Marine, Inc.
- - Union Maintenance Corp.
- - White River Marine Group, LLC
Each of these organizations stands as a testament to the commitment to safety in maritime operations, showcasing how diligence in safety can lead to better outcomes for employees and the industry at large.
AEU, an Amwins company based in Mobile, Alabama, is proud to support ALMA, a group self-insurance fund sanctioned by the U.S. Department of Labor for waterfront employers across all 50 states. Their services extend beyond insurance to include claims handling, loss control, and longshore consulting, ensuring that safety remains a top priority in the maritime industry. For those interested in learning more about AEU’s services, they can visit
amequity.com or connect with AEU through their Facebook and LinkedIn channels.