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CROFTON Supports ASNE’s Multi-Agency Craft Conference

July 18, 2024

We’re thrilled to support the Multi-Agency Craft Conference (MACC) hosted by the American Society of Naval Engineers (ASNE) right here in Portsmouth, VA! CROFTON proudly provided several sectional barges, totaling 80’x30′, for this prestigious event.

Some of the incredible vessels showcased at MACC are moored alongside our barges, allowing attendees to board and explore both the barges and the vessels for demos. This conference is a fantastic opportunity for government agencies and the maritime community to exchange operational and technical information on small boats and craft.

Since its inception in 1998, MACC has been the go-to venue for sharing knowledge and lessons learned, fostering collaboration, and driving innovation in maritime technology. We are honored to play a part in this influential event.

“Anchored By Excellence” – CROFTON Featured in CoVaBiz Magazine

June 25, 2024

CROFTON is featured in the latest issue of CoVaBiz Magazine. Read about how CROFTON is celebrating 75 years in business by revisiting our roots and emphasizing the core values that have driven our success for decades: Relationships, Integrity, Safety, and Excellence.

Read the full article here (Page 49)

Norfolk Harborfest 2024

June 14, 2024

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to see CROFTON at the 48th Annual Norfolk Harborfest! Attendees visited the Cromo – a commercial diving vessel that’s been serving this harbor since 1951, learned about other fascinating tools used in the commercial diving industry, and cheered for The HUNTSMAN as it competed for bragging rights in the biggest Tug Muster in the mid Atlantic region.

We treasured your company as we celebrated another awesome year on the waterfront.

Photo Credit: Tigers Photography

CROFTON Celebrates National Maritime Day with The Propeller Club, Port of Norfolk

May 29, 2024

CROFTON proudly sponsored The Propeller Club, Port of Norfolk’s National Maritime Day Celebration aboard the USS Wisconsin last week. Our very own Camille Crofton Cherry presided over the event as this year’s Propeller Club President. The evening featured a moving wreath laying ceremony (conducted from the deck of CROFTON’s Cromo), awards and recognitions for outstanding contributions, and inspiring remarks from key members of the maritime community.

This annual event holds a special place in our hearts as it underscores the dedication and hard work of everyone in our industry. It’s a reminder of the vital role we all play in maintaining and advancing maritime safety and excellence.

Camille Crofton Cherry giving opening remarks

Cromo en route to lay the wreath

Wreath layers pose for a photo in the pilot house of the Cromo before the ceremony. From left to right: Chris Anderson, Kenny Crofton, General Van Ovost, Rear Admiral Sobeck, and Captain Stephen Carmel.

Shawn Albin, Camille Crofton Gobrecht, and Jay Crofton listening to remarks and speakers.

CROFTON’s Mary Breaks Through Headwall – Completing First Tunnel of HRBT Expansion

April 18, 2024

Mary the TBM excavated nearly 7,900 feet of soil and broke through the headwall on the North Island yesterday, completing the first tunnel of the HRBT Expansion Project.

This is Virginia’s first bored roadway tunnel and only the third in the U.S. What a momentous day for the project and for the region!

CROFTON has provided bare charter heavy lift support on this project since July of 2021 with our 300-ton 4100W Series 3 Ringer, also known as Big C. Whether it’s above or below the waterline, the CROFTON team strives to provide practical solutions that support our nation’s infrastructure.

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