Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of National-Glory

On October 29, 2022, at approximately 6 p.m., the bulk carrier 'National Glory', on its journey from San Juan, Puerto Rico, to Houston, Texas, came across a distress signal from a raft. Captain Tom Lisante took quick action by reducing the ship’s speed and using a loudspeaker in Spanish to ascertain the situation with the occupants of the raft. They confirmed that they had lost propulsion and were unable to reach safety, thus requiring immediate assistance. The 'National Glory' promptly alerted the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Sector Key West about the emergency. The seven individuals aboard the raft, believed to be Cuban asylum seekers, were rescued about 25 nautical miles north of Cuba. Following the successful rescue, the 'National Glory' communicated with USCG Sector Miami and was redirected to rendezvous with a USCG cutter in the area to safely disembark the rescued individuals. The bulk carrier ultimately reached its destination in Houston on November 1, arriving at 10:20 a.m. For more details and photos, visit: https://www.ajot.com/news/the-vessel-national-glory-successfully-rescues-seven-asylum-seekers-in-rafts

In an ambitious move to elevate shipping options for Puerto Rico, National Shipping of America (NSA) has forged a strategic alliance with Rickmers-Linie (America). This partnership aims to expand break bulk service offerings and create more extensive global connections for shippers on the island. Operating a bi-weekly service that links Houston, Port Everglades, and Puerto Rico, NSA's vessel service, known as the Isla Verde Express, is renowned for its swift transit times and commitment to eco-friendly practices. The highlight of this service is the MV National Glory, a state-of-the-art vessel with a capacity of 570 TEU and a deadweight tonnage of 13,800. Registered under the U.S. flag, the National Glory complies with Jones Act regulations and is uniquely designed to transport both containers and break bulk/project cargoes, both above and below deck. Additionally, as part of the partnership, Rickmers-Linie will act as the general sales representative for National Shipping in the North American market, amplifying the reach of their services.

The NATIONAL GLORY, a notable vessel in maritime transport, has recently secured a charter with National Shipping of America, based in California. After its commendable operation under APL in the Baltic region, the ship is charting a new course for the vibrant Caribbean. This transition will see the NATIONAL GLORY engage in a service route between Houston and Puerto Rico, highlighting the ongoing demand for reliable shipping connections in the region. For a deeper dive into this development, check out the full stories on the links provided: [National Shipping of America Launches Jones Act Shuttle from Houston to Puerto Rico](http://linervision.wordpress.com/2013/05/21/national-shipping-of-america-launches-jones-act-shuttle-from-houston-to-puerto-rico/) and [APL Halts US-Flagged Baltic Feeder](http://linervision.wordpress.com/2013/04/29/apl-halts-us-flagged-baltic-feeder/).