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The Propeller Club, Port of Norfolk’s 2024 Annual Membership Meeting and Holiday Party

CROFTON had the pleasure of sponsoring and attending The Propeller Club, Port of Norfolk’s Annual Membership Meeting and Holiday Party this week, where we celebrated the season and welcomed new leadership for 2025. We also celebrated the club’s 2024 charitable giving total of  $88,500 to 15 different organizations!

As the outgoing president, Camille Crofton Cherry presided over the event, reflecting on the club’s remarkable year. We are incredibly proud of all Camille accomplished during her presidency, from fostering collaboration to driving new initiatives that strengthened the club and our maritime community.


The club warmly welcomed Terrell Moses of Tidewater Staffing as the incoming president. Cheers to the 2025 board members and another year of camaraderie in the maritime industry!

CROFTON Host Network Lunch & Learn in Partnership with Virginia Talent Pipeline Program

On December 4th, CROFTON hosted a Network Lunch & Learn in partnership with the Virginia Talent Pipeline Program. This event brought together industry stakeholders to share insights and best practices in recruitment, onboarding, and retention, ensuring we meet the evolving needs of the defense and maritime industrial base.

The day wasn’t just about discussion—it was about hands-on learning too! Attendees toured our 15,000-square-foot equipment warehouse, home to our mechanic shop, weld shop, inventory, and asset management team.

They also got an inside look at our dive shop, where they explored the equipment critical to our underwater operations and learned about the rigorous maintenance protocols we follow to ensure safety—including a close-up view of our decompression chamber.

Finally, we showcased our dive test tank, a vital resource for training in underwater welding and conducting material testing.

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the conversation!

CROFTON Recovers Shipping Container

When the unexpected happens, we’re ready to lift the load! Recently, we were called in to recover a shipping container that had fallen into the water. With our barge-mounted crane and a skilled team of divers, we tackled the retrieval from both above and below the surface. Here’s to teamwork, problem-solving, and keeping port operations running smoothly!

 

CROFTON Celebrates Grand Opening of Nauticus Exhibit, “Our Port” – Featuring CROFTON’s First Female Diver

Last week, we had the pleasure of celebrating the grand opening of Nauticus’ new exhibit, “Our Port,” showcasing Virginia’s maritime heritage and the collaborative spirit that makes our port community truly exceptional.

Through this dynamic new experience, visitors can dive into the stories of the men and women who make our industry thrive. We’re especially proud to be part of this narrative through one of our own trailblazers: CROFTON’s first female diver, Aurora Castaneda! (Fun fact: Aurora is now one of two female divers at CROFTON.)

In these photos, you’ll see Aurora standing in front of her featured photograph. Also pictured are Teddi and Kenny Crofton, Roger Belch, Camille Cherry, and Nauticus Executive Director Stephen Kirkland.

If you’re in the area, be sure to checkout this awesome tribute to our inspiring maritime community. 

 

Roger Belch, Aurora Castaneda, Stephen Kirkland, and Kenny Crofton

Teddy Crofton, Kenny Crofton, Roger Belch, Aurora Castaneda, and Camille Cherry


Aurora Castaneda

 

Kenny Crofton Featured in Family Business CEOs to Watch 2024

We’re excited to announce that our very own Kenny Crofton was recognized by Family Business Magazine in the “Family Business CEOs to Watch Class of 2024.”

This prestigious list highlights 20 exceptional leaders who are guiding their family businesses toward long-term success.

“The key to our success is the talented, dedicated team members and wonderful customers and friends that have come to be part of the larger family,” Kenny said. “As I’ve stepped into this role upon my sister and brothers’ retirements, I am grateful for the strong foundation our parents gave us and the talent that the newer generations are bringing to the business, propelling us forward for many years to come.”

Congratulations, Kenny! We’re proud to have your leadership guiding CROFTON into its next chapter. Read the article here. 

Kenny Crofton

 

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