Capes Shipping Agencies

Capes Shipping Agencies is hiring! We're seeking Vessel Operations Agents to join our team in Norfolk, VA, and Baltimore, MD.   At Capes, you will belong to a company with a 60-year legacy of superior service and a team of passionate maritime professionals working together to provide top-notch service to our global maritime partners. Our Norfolk office is offering a unique opportunity to candidates eager to learn about the maritime industry and who seek excitement, challenge, and growth.   Among the many aspects of the position, boarding agents will board and coordinate arrivals and departures of commercial vessels, coordinate vendors and husbandry services, prepare maritime trade documents, manage vessel and customer accounts, engage with the United States Department of Homeland Security, and oversee vessel loading and discharging operations.   Your experience will extend beyond daily responsibilities as you engage in international commerce. You will work with experienced maritime professionals who are engaged and invested in your success as a boarding agent.   We are seeking candidates with previous experience as well as those wishing to break into the maritime industry. Norfolk, VA - https://lnkd.in/g-AyeQWt Baltimore, MD - https://lnkd.in/gQVtaFSi #Hiring #JoinOurTeam #MaritimeCareer #YourVoiceInPort

The latest quarterly newsletter from CV International and Capes Shipping Agencies is here! As we turn the page on the old year and step into a new one, we reflect on a year of achievements while preparing for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for global trade and supply chains. In this edition, we highlight key milestones from 2024 and share how we are looking ahead to 2025 with a renewed focus on delivering exceptional freight forwarding, customs brokerage, and ship agency services. Through it all, our vision remains clear: to become The Most Trusted Partner in Global Trade. Click on the link below to view our newsletter. #Newsletter #IndustryNews #CompanyNews #MostTrustedPartner

As we welcome 2025, we thank our valued customers, partners, and team for their continued trust, support, hard work, and collaboration. At Capes Shipping Agencies, we’re prepared to navigate the challenges of the new year with you as we continue on our journey to be The Most Trusted Partner In Global Trade. Here’s to a successful and prosperous New Year! #HappyNewYear #MostTrustedPartner #CheersTo2025 #Navigating2025

This holiday season, we at Capes Shipping Agencies want to express our sincere gratitude to our valued customers, partners, and dedicated team members. Your unwavering support has been the cornerstone of our success, and for that, we are truly thankful. Wishing you a season filled with joy, shared laughter, and lasting memories made with family and friends. #HappyHolidays #HolidayCheer #SeasonsGreetings #Gratitude

Capes Shipping Agencies is hiring! We're seeking a Boarding Agent to join our team in Norfolk, VA. At Capes, you will belong to a company with a 60-year legacy of superior service and a team of passionate maritime professionals working together to provide top-notch service to our global maritime partners. Our Norfolk office is offering a unique opportunity to candidates eager to learn about the maritime industry, and who seek excitement, challenge, and growth. Among the many aspects of the position, boarding agents will board and coordinate arrivals and departures of commercial vessels, coordinate vendors and husbandry services, prepare maritime trade documents, manage vessel and customer accounts, engage with the United States Department of Homeland Security, and oversee vessel loading and discharging operations. Your experience will extend beyond daily responsibilities as you engage in international commerce. You will work with experienced maritime professionals who are engaged and invested in your success as a boarding agent. We are seeking candidates with previous experience as well as those wishing to break into the maritime industry. #Hiring #JoinOurTeam #MaritimeCareer #YourVoiceInPort

As we prepare to gather for Thanksgiving, Capes Shipping Agencies extends our heartfelt gratitude to our remarkable team, our valued customers, and the communities we serve. This year, we take a moment to appreciate the intricate network of individuals and organizations that bring the many things we have to be thankful for to our tables and homes. Their hard work and dedication are the backbone of our shared prosperity. May this Thanksgiving be filled with joy, laughter, and heartwarming connections. Happy Thanksgiving from the Capes family. #Thanksgiving #Gatherings #Appreciation #TurkeyDay

Last week, CV International and Capes Shipping Agencies were thrilled to be part of Old Dominion University's Port Week! With a strong foundation in Norfolk and a deep alumni connection, we're committed to helping ODU foster the next generation of maritime and supply chain leaders through their Maritime, Ports, and Logistics Institute. Our CEO, Michael Coleman, joined a panel discussion on exciting career opportunities in the maritime industry, while Rachel Shames shared her expertise on 2024 trade & shipping trends. Of course, the week's highlight was cheering on the Monarchs at the annual Port Day football game! 🏈 The future of maritime is bright at ODU, and we're excited to be a part of it! 🛳 ⚓ #FutureOfMaritime #Alumni #PortWeek #MonarchNation #Norfolk

At Capes Shipping Agencies, we're proud to be a key partner in the emerging offshore wind (OSW) industry. The ongoing Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind CVOW project has been a team effort, bringing together many companies and stakeholders, and our dedicated OSW team has risen to the challenge. Their expertise and hard work have ensured the smooth execution of critical shipping operations.   We're excited to be part of an industry that drives clean energy solutions, creates new jobs, and fosters economic growth for the nation’s coastal communities. #OffshoreWind #CleanEnergy #WindPower #MaritimeIndustry #YourVoiceInPort

This Veterans Day, we want to say "thank you" to our colleagues, customers, partners, friends, and family who served in the military for the sacrifices they've made to protect our freedom and way of life. We're fortunate to have several veterans here at Capes Shipping Agencies, and we know that our company, like our nation, is stronger and more resilient because of them. If you know a veteran, please take a moment to thank them for their service! #VeteransDay #ThankYouForYourService #Military #Freedom #Grateful

Progress continues at America's most capable offshore wind hub. Last week, Dominion Energy successfully completed its first season of monopile installations for the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project, the largest offshore wind farm under construction in the US. The Port of Virginia has invested $220 million to transform Portsmouth Marine Terminal into an offshore wind hub to support the project and this growing industry. Upon completion in 2026, the CVOW project will: 🏠 Power up to 660,000 homes 💵 Save Virginia customers $3 billion in fuel costs 💡 Add to Virginia's diverse energy mix Learn more about how America's Most Modern Gateway is innovating for the future at https://lnkd.in/e8FU-NYT. Photo Credit: Dominion Energy #PortofVirginia #AmericasMostModernGateway #DynamicPartnership #FutureForwardMindset #OperationalExcellence #WindEnergy #Sustainability #OffshoreWind #CleanEnergy #Environment #Maritime