by Black Flag Communications | Oct 19, 2017 | News
Oct. 19, 2017–Maersk colleagues donated $40,000 to the American Red Cross today for hurricane relief efforts.
Presenting the check on behalf of Maersk, APM Terminals and Damco employees worldwide was Brian Harold, managing director, and Wendy Robertson, general manager, APM Terminals in Mobile. American Red Cross Regional Philanthropy Officer Danielle Warren accepted the check, which will go to Red Cross chapters across the Gulf Coast.
The initiative was set in motion by Maersk Line of North America, headquartered in Florham Park, N.J. Black Flag Communications served as liaison between Maersk and the American Red Cross to establish a donations page where Maersk colleagues could donate to relief efforts for those affected by Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Irma or to general hurricane relief in the wake of one of the most destructive hurricane seasons on record.
“Maersk North America’s efforts quickly were recognized as ‘best practices,’ with Maersk Latin America coming to us for help in setting up a similar effort with the Red Cross in Mexico following the devastating Mexico City earthquake last month,” said Black Flag Communications Director Scott Rye. “It was truly heartening to see colleagues from around the world respond.” Maersk matched the donations given by employees of Maersk, APM Terminals and Damco.
Maersk Line, APM Terminals and Damco all are part of A.P. Moller-Maersk’s Transport & Logistics Division. Maersk Line is the world’s largest container shipping company with 639 ships sailing every major trade lane. APM Terminals provides port and inland infrastructure, including 73 ports and terminals in 36 countries. Damco is a world leading provider of freight forwarding and supply chain management services.
Black Flag Communications is a Florida-based agency specializing in crisis communications, government relations and public relations. In addition, Black Flag provides media training, political consulting and litigation support.
by Black Flag Communications | Sep 1, 2017 | News
Sept. 1, 2017–Black Flag Communications has been retained by Maersk for public relations counsel, effective immediately.
“With our Gulf Coast location, Black Flag was perfectly positioned to pick up a project for Maersk late last month,” said Black Flag Communications Director Scott Rye. “We already had been in positive discussions with Maersk communications leadership in Copenhagen and New Jersey when an opportunity for a project presented itself. Based on our performance, Black Flag subsequently was retained as a PR and crisis communications partner. I can’t say enough about what a great company Maersk is. Everything the company does is informed by its core values. This is a company with heart.”
Maersk Line is the world’s largest container shipping company. The Maersk Liner business also includes Safmarine, Seago Line, SeaLand and MCC. The company operates all over the world and has a fleet of 639 ships.
Black Flag Communications is a Florida-based agency specializing in crisis communications, government relations and public relations. In addition, Black Flag provides media training, political consulting and litigation support.
by Black Flag Communications | Nov 18, 2014 | News
November 18, 2014—Barnhart Crane & Rigging, headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., has retained Black Flag Communications for public relations counsel.
According to Barnhart Crane & Rigging’s Director of Marketing Chris Teague, “Barnhart has experienced tremendous expansion in recent years, both in the services we provide and our national footprint. Scott Rye’s years of PR experience, his knowledge of our company, and his insights into transportation and logistics make Black Flag a good fit as we continue to grow the company.”
“Barnhart Crane and Rigging is an amazing company with a tremendous record of achievement. These guys are, hands down, the absolute best in the industry. To become a part of their team is a true honor,” said Rye, director of Black Flag Communications.
Since 1969, Barnhart Crane & Rigging has been providing innovative solutions to complex lifting and transportation challenges faced by heavy industry – from power generation to petrochemical to renewable energy, and beyond. The company maintains more than 30 branches across the U.S. and offers the strongest network of rigging experts and equipment in the country.
Black Flag Communications is a Florida-based agency specializing in crisis communications, government relations and public relations. In addition, Black Flag provides media training, political consulting and litigation support.
by Black Flag Communications | Apr 7, 2014 | News
April 7, 2014–Black Flag Communications is pleased to announce that today the agency inked a multi-year contract with ExxonMobil U.S. Production, headquartered in Houston, Texas.
“This is our second contract with a Fortune 500 company in the energy sector,” said Scott Rye, director of Black Flag Communications. “We appreciate the confidence these industry leaders have shown in Black Flag’s capabilities and are honored to have partnered with such a prestigious company.”
ExxonMobil is the world’s largest publicly traded international oil and gas company. ExxonMobil U.S. Production operates in the Gulf of Mexico, offshore Alabama and Mobile Bay, as well as in Wyoming and California.
Black Flag Communications is a Florida-based agency specializing in crisis communications, government relations and public relations counsel for sensitive and high visibility issues and/or incidents. In addition, Black Flag provides media training, political consulting and litigation support.
by Black Flag Communications | May 6, 2013 | News
May 6, 2013–Scott Rye, Director of Black Flag Communications, will speak to members of the Florida Public Relations Association in Pensacola on Thurs., May 16, beginning at 11:30 a.m.
Rye will join Commander Kelly Brannon, Public Affairs Officer for the Naval Education and Training Command in Pensacola. The two will discuss military public affairs, including “Best Days and Worst Days,” as well as lessons learned.
“Commander Brannon and I worked together handling Public Affairs for Fleet Week New York in 2005. I have great respect for her and am looking forward to sharing the stage with Commander Brannon,” Rye said.
In addition to serving as Director of Black Flag, Rye is the Commanding Officer of Navy Reserve Navy Public Affairs Support Element, headquartered in Norfolk, Va. Besides the headquarters element, NR NPASE has detachments in San Diego, Chicago, Norfolk and Jacksonville, Fla., and is the Navy Reserve’s largest public affairs command.
The Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) is the oldest public relations organization in the United States. Members represent a variety of different organizations including private and public corporations, government entities, not-for-profits, counseling firms and independent practitioners.
by Black Flag Communications | Jan 14, 2013 | News
Jan. 14, 2013—Black Flag Communications is pleased to announce that the agency has been granted membership in the Overseas Security Advisory Council, a public-private joint venture designed to promote security cooperation between American private sector interests worldwide and the U.S. Department of State.
