Harbormaster Receives Prestigious Award from United States Coast Guard

Captain David Carey, Harbormaster of the ports of Mobile and Theodore, was honored by the United States Coast Guard at a ceremony recently in New Orleans. The surprise announcement was made at Coast Guard Industry Day Luncheon at the Fairmont Hotel. Captain Carey was presented the Meritorious Public Service Award “in recognition of notable services which have assisted greatly in furthering the aims and functions of the Coast Guard.”

Captain Carey has been Harbormaster in Mobile for nine years and is an employee of Alabama State Docks. His honor was also for performing leadership positions with other maritime related organizations. His leadership includes chairman of the Board of Directors of the Catholic Maritime Club, vice-chairman of the Mobile Maritime Committee, vice president of the Propeller Club of Mobile, and member of the Board of Directors of the Mobile Navy League. 

He was saluted for being friend, advisor and mentor to each Captain of the Port of Mobile and for being a cornerstone in building strong partnerships between the local maritime community and the Coast Guard. The citation also read that, “His steadfast service to the Port has served as a model for all agencies and industries within the maritime community.”

His awards include a presentation folder with citation signed by Rear Admiral Paul J. Pluta, Commander, Eighth Coast Guard District, a lapel pin designating the honor, and  ribbon medals. Admiral Pluta made the presentation.