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June 4, 2026
The Cooper Group
Crescent Towing Strengthens Fleet with Series ...

MOBILE, ALABAMA – Crescent Towing is continuing to strengthen its fleet with the upcoming addition of four 6,000 HP Z-drive tugboats. The vessels, built at Blakeley BoatWorks, will further expand the company’s capabilities on the Mississippi River. Crescent Towing will take delivery of the first vessel in 2027, a second in 2028, and two more in 2029. Once delivered, Crescent Towing’s fleet will include fifteen ASD (Azimuthing Stern Drive) tugs across three operating ports of New Orleans, Mobile, and Savannah. Following the completion of these four vessels, Crescent Towing will continue this initiative long term to further strengthen its fleet.

Crescent Towing Strengthens Fleet with Series of Four New 6,000 HP Z-Drive Tugboats
June 1, 2026
The Cooper Group
Crescent Towing Adds new 6,000 HP Z-drive ...

Crescent Towing has taken delivery of the M/V Kentucky, a new 6,000 HP Tier 4 Z-drive tugboat constructed at Blakeley BoatWorks in Mobile, Alabama. The M/V Kentucky began service in early 2026 and will soon be added to Crescent Towing’s ship assist operations on the Lower Mississippi River.

Crescent Towing Adds new 6,000 HP Z-drive Tugboat to Mississippi River Operations
The Cooper Group
October 7, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Josh Burns, Captain

The Cooper Group
October 7, 2020
We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Josh Burns, Captain

A second-generation captain, Josh Burns has the river in his veins. As the son of retired Crescent Towing captain Pete Burns, Josh began working offshore straight out of high school and hasn’t let up.

Tagged: we are, josh burns, mobile

The Cooper Group
September 29, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Albert Crespo, Cooper/T. Smith Mooring

The Cooper Group
September 29, 2020
We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Albert Crespo, Cooper/T. Smith Mooring

Joining Cooper/T. Smith Mooring in 1984 as a Lineman, Albert Crespo currently serves as a Senior Lineman who is known for his work ethic and dedication to the job.

Tagged: we are, mooring, cooper/t. smith mooring, albert crespo

The Cooper Group
September 25, 2020

2019 Boat of the Year

The Cooper Group
September 25, 2020
2019 Boat of the Year

Congratulations to the crew of the David J. Cooper!

Tagged: boat of the year, david j. cooper, award

The Cooper Group
September 10, 2020

Thermal Scanning Kiosks Implemented

The Cooper Group
September 10, 2020
Thermal Scanning Kiosks Implemented

A touchless body temperature detection system is a new line of defense for providing a safe environment.

Tagged: covid, thermal scanning, safety, health, essential workers

The Cooper Group
September 10, 2020

Hurricane Laura Relief

The Cooper Group
September 10, 2020
Hurricane Laura Relief

Bradley Burdett, Boat Operator for Cooper/T. Smith Mooring, once again shared his passion for cooking to help those in need.

Tagged: hurricane laura, hurricane, hurricane recovery, bradley burdett, mooring

The Cooper Group
August 31, 2020

We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Dana Asevado, Crescent Towing and Cooper/T. Smith Mooring

The Cooper Group
August 31, 2020
We Are Cooper/T. Smith: Dana Asevado, Crescent Towing and Cooper/T. Smith Mooring

Dana Asevado, Administrative Assistant for Crescent Towing and Cooper/T. Smith Mooring, was introduced to the maritime industry in a rather unusual manner — as a private investigator!

Tagged: crescent towing, cooper/t. smith mooring, we are, dana asevado

The Cooper Group
August 27, 2020

Stories that Matter: 15th Anniversary of the Coast Guard Response to Katrina

The Cooper Group
August 27, 2020
Stories that Matter: 15th Anniversary of the Coast Guard Response to Katrina

Hosted by the National Coast Guard Museum Association, this dynamic discussion shares inspiring stories from the U.S. Coast Guard’s response and recovery efforts in New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina.

Tagged: katrina, hurricane, hurricane katrina, coast guard, panel, national coast guard museum, scott cooper, crescent towing

The Cooper Group
August 24, 2020

USNS Supply

The Cooper Group
August 24, 2020
USNS Supply

Crescent Towing was proud to assist with the wet berthing and dry docking of U.S. Naval Ship Supply at Alabama Shipyard.

Tagged: alabama shipyard, usns supply, us navy, dry dock, wet berth

The Cooper Group
August 17, 2020

Cooper/T. Smith Mooring: A Day in the Life

The Cooper Group
August 17, 2020
Cooper/T. Smith Mooring: A Day in the Life

Enjoy a peek into the day-to-day duties of the crews at Cooper/T. Smith Mooring as they handle lines and dock and release vessels on the Mississippi River.

Tagged: mooring, mississippi river, day in the life

The Cooper Group
August 6, 2020

Canoeing the Mississippi

The Cooper Group
August 6, 2020
Canoeing the Mississippi

Crescent Towing and Cooper/T. Smith Mooring had a surprise visit from Crescent River Pilot Joey Cargol, who's been paddling the Mississippi River in a 70-year-old wooden canoe.

Tagged: joey cargol, mississippi river, expedition, canoe

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