The Glosten Associates
The Glosten Associates, often referred to simply as Glosten, is a well-regarded marine engineering and naval architecture firm. Established in 1958 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Glosten has built a reputation for delivering high-quality specialized services tailored to the maritime industry. Here are some key aspects of the firm:
Services Offered:
- Naval Architecture: Glosten offers comprehensive design services for a wide range of vessels, from small workboats to large ships. These services include conceptual design, structural analysis, and stability assessments.
- Marine Engineering: The firm's expertise extends to mechanical and electrical engineering, addressing propulsion systems, shipboard systems, and environmental systems.
- Marine Operations: Glosten provides consultative services to support marine operations, such as logistics planning, risk analysis, and operational efficiency improvements.
- Renewable Energy: The company has been involved in the development and evaluation of marine renewable energy systems, such as offshore wind and tidal energy projects.
- Marine Environmental Services: Glosten offers environmental impact assessments, regulatory compliance consulting, and mitigation strategies to minimize environmental footprints.
Innovative Projects:
- Glosten has been involved in a variety of innovative maritime projects, including the design of cutting-edge research vessels, efficient ferry concepts, and pioneering projects in marine renewable energy.
- One notable design from Glosten is the RV Sikuliaq, an advanced research vessel used by the University of Alaska Fairbanks.
Sustainability and Environmental Considerations:
- The firm places a strong emphasis on sustainable design and minimizing environmental impact. This includes developing technologies and methodologies to improve the efficiency and reduce the emissions of maritime operations.
- Glosten has been actively exploring and promoting the use of alternative fuels and energy sources within the maritime industry.
Clientele:
- Glosten serves a diverse range of clients across the maritime sector, including government agencies, commercial shipping companies, research institutions, and energy firms.
Reputation and Recognition:
- The firm is widely recognized for its technical excellence and innovative solutions. Its engineers and naval architects are often regarded as leaders in the field.
- Glosten's work has earned various industry awards and accolades, further solidifying its standing as a top-tier maritime engineering firm.
Glosten continues to be a key player in the maritime industry, applying advanced engineering principles, innovative solutions, and a deep commitment to environmental stewardship to meet the complex needs of their clients worldwide.
- (206)624-7850
- www.glosten.com
- (206)682-9117
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1201 Western Avenue, Suite 200
Seattle WA 98101
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Seattle WA 98101
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Maritime News
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All 23 Crew from Stena Immaculate Safe with No Reported Injuries, Crowley Says
Crowley, the manager of oil tanker Stena Immaculate that was struck on its port side by the container ship Solong, causing a blaze, has reported that all 23 members of the ship’s crew are safe and without reported injuries, as it launches spill containment response efforts.On March 10, 2025, while stationary and anchored off the North Sea coast near Hull in the United Kingdom, the Crowley-managed tanker Stena Immaculate was struck on its port side by the container ship Solong.Crowley said it is working closely with response agencies including the HM Coastguard to secure the vessel in a restricted safety area and initiate spill containment response.