November 2026 CMA Newsletter
Welcome to the Connecticut Maritime Association
Where shipping business gets done!
The Connecticut Maritime Association is a non-profit organization which was built by its members, for its members, and as such is one of kind.
Unlike many similar organizations which are supported largely by corporate membership, the CMA’s voting membership is comprised only of individuals. From bunker brokers and tug-boat operators to lawyers and underwriters, to ship owners, brokers and managers, shippers and merchants of all kinds of cargo, each CMA member has an equal and separate vote.
The CMA was created to build a community of shipping people, and remains a conduit for the exchange of information and a source of camaraderie and fellowship that is unique and vital to the shipping community. In 2022, the CMA celebrates its 39th anniversary. It prospers with over 1,500 members representing nearly 500 companies and organizations.
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The CMA Education Foundation
The CMA Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, nonprofit organization dedicated to the maritime industry and its future leaders.
Mission: To foster future maritime professionals by promoting and supporting maritime-related education through financial assistance and program initiatives. Programs include Scholarships, Internship Stipends, Career Days, and the Business of Shipping Competition.
CMA SHIPPING EXPO & CONFERENCE
Connecting the North American shipping community worldwide
Our interactive Conference IS well known for its high profile thought-leaders and in-depth discussion points. This year our key topics will include State of the Industry, Decarbonization & Alternative Energy, Freight Markets, Digitalization, Finance, Salvage & Wreck Removal, Integrated Logistics and Finance.
From the Desk of the President…
Dear Members:
Thank you to the almost 60 members that came out to see Jake Scott speak at our October Speaker Lunch – you’ll find more on Jake’s excellent presentation from James Lightbourn, our CMA Board Communications Chair in this newsletter. There were two other maritime events taking place the same day, so is a great testament to Jake and the company he has built, that he drew such a good crowd.
November is a very busy month with many conferences and other events taking place – this week is the IBIA annual conference here in NYC, which the CMA is proud to be a Supporting Organization of. On November 19th in Houston we will hold a CMA Happy Hour, generously sponsored by Navigator Gas, of which our current CMA Commodore, Dag von Appen is Chairman. As well as CMA Members in Houston and those traveling there, we also hope to introduce the CMA to potential new members, especially with our CMA Shipping show being held in Houston for the first time in the Spring of 2027. November 19th in NYC will also see Marine Money’s 27th Annual Ship Finance Forum – NYC, which many who attended the October Speaker Lunch will attend.
Until next month stay well and we hope we’ll see you at one of the many events taking place this month.
Best wishes,
John
John Lindquist
President
Questions About CMA?
Meet Kim Edwards!
To enable the CMA to better serve our members, Kim will be responsible for all membership administration. So if you have any questions regarding your membership please feel free to contact Kim at the contact info below and she will be happy to help. TEL: +1 203-548-7444 FAX: +1 866-548-7720
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