The Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA), a national trade association representing the U.S. shipyard industry, named Richard McCreary of BAE Systems as its new chairman. SCA also honored U.S. Sen. Thad Cochran (R-Miss.) and U.S. Rep. Duncan Hunter (R-Calif.) as recipients of its Maritime Leadership Award. The award recognizes people for dedication and support of the U.S. shipbuilding and repair industry. (Source:
Maritime Logistics Professional 05/22/17)