It’s not a shocker — it’s electric trucks people think of when they envision a more sustainability-driven heavy-duty transportation sector. And Rand Taylor will admit that’s probably where the far-off future lies, especially as state and federal climate goals are pushing everything in a zero-emission direction. In the meantime, however, he’d love to have you start a stopgap in that green dream: his products.

Looking for a new way to improve your vessel's fuel efficiency? Well, think about the fuel additive that Fuel Ox in Asbury, N.J. began distributing about eight years ago. Prior to that, and for almost 40 years, only the U.S. Military and a small number of large multinational corporations were utilizing it. More than likely, few commercial marine vessel operators were even aware of it.

The most exciting news on the working waterfront is the Maritime Throwdown (MTD), the inland marine industry’s premier competition for industrial maritime athletes. Deckhands and tankermen train in line handling and line throwing events simulating real-life scenarios at the Maritime Throwdown, competing for cash prizes and a 4x4 ATV. Fuel Ox is sponsoring the MTD AIM Challenge distance throw, an event where mariners attempt to catch a line on a timberhead. Competition breeds excellence on the job where it really counts, with crucial skills to operate safely on the inland waterways. Register for the competition online at www.maritimethrowdown.com and watch for the qualifier and finals on Instagram and other social media platforms with @maritimethrowdown and @maritimemoment and @megayachtmedia.

Seizing an opportunity to position its growing portfolio of next-generation fuel additives and lubricants as a total sustainability solution for fleet, equipment and machinery operators, the ownership structure for Fuel Ox™ and Infinity Lube™ products has incorporated as a new entity: Industrial Sustainability Group Inc., or ISG.