Hornblower Group

Hornblower Group completes its restructuring

Hornblower Group, which filed for Chapter 11 protection in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas in February, reported on July 3 that it has successfully completed its financial restructuring process and emerged with new majority ownership, a focused portfolio and financial flexibility to support its growth over the long-term. That news came less than a month after court approval of the company’s company’s plan of reorganization

Hornblower Group delivers a range of water...

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Hornblower receives court approval for financial restructuring plan

Hornblower ferry in New York Harbor

The US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas has confirmed the plan of reorganisation submitted by San Francisco, California-based transport conglomerate the Hornblower Group. The company expects to successfully complete its financial restructuring and emerge from the court-supervised...

https://www.bairdmaritime.com/passenger/ferry/hornblower-receives-court-approval-for-financial-restructuring-plan/

Court confirms Hornblower restructuring plan

Hornblower Group, which filed for Chapter 11 protection in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas in February, reports that the court has now confirmed the company’s plan of reorganization. With court confirmation of the Hornblower restructuring plan, the company, which is a major player in the U.S. ferry market, says that it “has used this process to position the business for future success with a more focused portfolio, introduce new majority ownership and strengthen its...

https://www.marinelog.com/news/court-confirms-hornblower-restructuring-plan/

Seaward Services opts for Spinergie digital fleet management solution

Hornblower Group subsidiary Seaward Services is roll out Spinergie Inc.’s Smart Fleet Management solution across its fleet of Jones Act compliant offshore service vessels, multipurpose service vessels (MPSVs) and crew transfer vessels (CTVs) that are engaged in offshore wind operations along the U.S. East Coast.

Hornblower to offer former spill response vessels for new roles

In looking for a digital fleet management solution Seaward Services Inc. selected Spinergie for its experience in...

https://www.marinelog.com/technology/seaward-services-opts-for-spinergie-digital-fleet-management-solution/

Hornblower restructures, pulls plug on American Queen

As part of a restructuring that will see it get an infusion of cash and a new majority owner, Hornblower Group has filed a voluntary petition for relief under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas. The restructuring agreement will see funds managed by global alternative investment firm Strategic Value Partners, LLC (SVP) and its affiliates take majority ownership of Hornblower and provide a significant equity investment...

https://www.marinelog.com/inland-coastal/hornblower-restructures-pulls-plug-on-american-queen/

Tour the Sea Change ferry at Marine Log’s FERRIES 2022

SWITCH Maritime’s landmark Sea Change hydrogen-powered ferry project got a lot of attention at Marine Log’s FERRIES 2021 held last November along the New York Harbor. This year, the conference heads to the West Coast on November 1-2, where the ferry is on the water in the San Francisco Bay.

Up to 75 attendees will get the chance to tour and ride the innovative new ferry. Guests are encouraged to register soon, as the tour will be on a first-come-first-serve basis. The conference agenda and...

https://www.marinelog.com/passenger/ferries/tour-the-sea-change-ferry-at-marine-logs-ferries-2022/

VIDEO: Spirit of Norfolk towed to Colonna’s 

The cruise yacht Spirit of Norfolk was towed to Colonna’s Shipyard, Sunday, following a fire that broke out June 7 and was not finally declared extinguished until 9.58 a.m., Saturday, June 11.

The fire occurred near Pier 3 at the Norfolk Naval Base, Norfolk. Va., with 104 people on board the vessel, which is managed by City Cruises Norfolk, whose parent company is the Hornblower Group’s City Experiences.

In his initial distress call, at 12.06 p.m. June 7, the captain told the Coast Guard: “I...

https://www.marinelog.com/video/video-spirit-of-norfolk-towed-to-colonnas/

Hornblower Group acquires Shore Excursions of America

Hornblower Group, a leading provider of water-based experiences including American Queen Steamboat Co. (AQSC) and Victory Cruise Lines (VCL), has announcedthe acquisition of Shore Excursions of America (SEA). This acquisition allows Hornblower to grow its overnight cruise experience with AQSC and VCL, elevate the travel agent and consumer booking process and expand upon its land-based excursions.

“We are thrilled to welcome the Shore Excursions of America team into the Hornblower family,” Kevin...

https://www.workboat.com/news/passenger-vessels/hornblower-group-announces-acquisition-of-shore-excursions-of-america/

Hornblower Group names new CEO

Kevin Rabbitt has been appointed CEO of small passenger vessel specialist Hornblower Group. He is expected to take up the role in July, while founder, Chairman and current CEO Terry MacRae will continue as Executive Chairman.

“Kevin brings an entrepreneurial mindset and tremendous business expertise to Hornblower and is well qualified to helm our organization in the challenging times ahead,” said MacRae. “Kevin’s track record combined with his understanding of our business, made him a great fit...

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