The Chicago Maritime community needs to work together more than ever and be proud to talk of its successes, leading voices in the industry have said. This message was to the fore during the Chicago Propeller Club’s final event of 2025, a Chicago River Cruise held in conjunction with tour boat operator Wendella, who are …
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We are delighted to announce that HDR Inc. has joined the Chicago Propeller Club as a bronze-level sponsor. The latest partner to join our expanding chapter, HDR has forged a global reputation in design, engineering, and environmental consultancy. As seen in Chicago and across the Great Lakes region, they strive to deliver infrastructure that connects communities – from inland waterways …
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The United States has entered a new era of maritime strength, the head of the Maritime Administration told the Chicago Propeller Club’s flagship summer event at Chicago Yacht Club.
We are delighted to announce JD Fields & Company, Inc. as the official drinks sponsor for our Club’s flagship summer event – the Great Lakes Port Directors VIP Reception – taking place at the Chicago Yacht Club on Tuesday, August 13, 2025.JD Fields is a national leader in steel products and infrastructure solutions. It plays …
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The Chicago Propeller Club is proud to be increasing its support for seafarer charities and veteran-led businesses as part of its wider mission to serve the maritime community. In recent days, Club President Chris Carr and Club Vice President Ben Pinnington, of Polaris Media (a Club sponsor), visited two impressive Chicago-based organisations making a difference …
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We are pleased to announce that InSpectre Solutions International has joined the Chicago Propeller Club as a silver-level sponsor. Based in Dana Point, California, InSpectre Solutions is a full-service investigative and medical case management agency specializing in: – International workers’ compensation– Defense Base Act & war hazard claims– Emergency extractions 🌍 With operations in more …
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We would like to thank everyone who attended the Chicago Propeller Club Maritime Day luncheon cruise with City Cruises On what was a terrific day, we were delighted to be able to offer a very special welcome a Port of Antwerp-Bruges delegation and Wim Dillen who presented a proclamation marking 40 years of trading with …
Join us for our first networking event of the year as we stage a reception at the Double Tree Hilton in Alsip in partnership with Chicago Shipmasters Industry Day on 27 February between 3pm-5.30pm This event is hosted in partnership with the Chicago Shipmasters Industry Day, and we’re excited to bring the maritime community together …
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Chicago Propeller Club celebrated being named International Propeller Club of the Year at its latest event – much to the delight of all in attendance. Guests from across the Great Lakes and Mid-West maritime industry gathered for the reception, a Chicago River cruise aboard CPC club sponsor Wendella Cruises vessel the Iris. Club President Chris …
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A year ago, the Chicago Propeller Club held its first event since 2008, now we are delighted to report the club has been named International Club of the Year at the International Propeller Club convention in Tampa! 🍾 Our President Chris Carr and club VP Ben Pinnington accepted the award from Joel Whitehead from the …
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