Capt. Alfred E. Fiore was recently appointed chief technical advisor for the Directorate of Consular and Maritime Affairs, Republic of Panama. His principal involvements include the safety inspections programs of Panamanian-flag vessels worldwide, the investigation of ship casualties, liaison with IMCO, training programs in the maritime sphere, and other technical matters pertaining to Panama's maritime interests.
He was previously senior staff consultant with Ship Analytics, a maritime consultant and engineering firm based in Centerport, N.Y., and in North Stonington, Conn. Before that, as captain, U.S. Maritime Service, he was head, Department of Nautical Science, at the United States Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, N.Y.