SIU members began crewing the newly reflagged LASH (lighter aboard ship) vessel Atlantic Forest Nov. 14 in Rotterdam.The newly contracted ship, owned by Waterman Steamship, is part of the U.S. Maritime Security Program (MSP). It formerly flew the Russian flag before donning the Stars and Stripes.
The SIU contract covering the Atlantic Forest includes the premier “Plan G” medical benefits, participation in the Seafarers Money Purchase Pension Plan, and vacation benefits at an accrual rate of 14-for-30.
Built in 1983, the Atlantic Forest is 862 feet long and 105 feet wide. It is equipped with a 500 metric ton LASH gantry crane, and has a capacity of 82 LASH barges.
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