McAllister, a leader in ship docking, towing, and maritime transportation, is commemorating its 160th anniversary with an evening of celebration. Founded in 1864 in New York Harbor with a single sail lighter, McAllister has grown into one of the oldest and largest family-owned marine towing and transportation companies in the United States. For 160 years, McAllister has called New York City home, growing alongside the port's rise as a global maritime powerhouse and cementing its legacy as a cornerstone of the maritime industry. This milestone recognizes the company's pivotal contributions to harbor towing, coastal towing, and bulk transportation, as well as its leadership in green technologies and its dedication to shaping the future of the maritime industry.
When:
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Part I: Harbor Tour – 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Part II: Anniversary Dinner – 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Where:
Harbor Tour – On board a McAllister vessel, departing from Pier 86 at the Intrepid Museum, New York, NY.
Anniversary Dinner – Intrepid Museum, Hangar 3, New York, NY.
Who:
McAllister family members, including direct descendants of Captain James McAllister.
Industry leaders and innovators from maritime and shipping sectors.
Representatives from the shipping community, including vessel operators, port authorities, and terminal managers.
McAllister's valued customers, such as container lines, tanker companies, and energy transport firms.
Shipyards and maritime construction specialists.
Employees, partners, and distinguished guests from McAllister's operations spanning the East Coast, from Eastport, Maine to San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Highlights:
A scenic Harbor Tour departing from Pier 86, featuring a cocktail reception on board a McAllister vessel.
Docking at Pier 86 and crossing over to the Intrepid Museum, Hangar 3, for a formal Anniversary Dinner, with speeches from McAllister family members and industry leaders, including representatives from:
United States Coast Guard (USCG)
American Waterways Operators (AWO)
Maritime Association of the Port of New York and New Jersey (MAPONY/NJ)
SUNY Maritime College
Steamship Mutual P&I Club
