October 20, 2025

“Behind the Scenes” 2025 Annual Saltchuk Employee Photo Contest

in News Post, People of Saltchuk

Our annual photo contest returned this year with the theme “Behind the Scenes”

Employees from across the Saltchuk family of companies submitted to this year’s photo contest, capturing the moments and people that make our day-to-day work special.

We’re thrilled to share the three winners whose photos truly stood out, along with several honorable mentions that deserve recognition for their creativity and perspective. From the candid to the curated compositions, these images give a unique glimpse behind the curtain into the daily life of our teams and the spirit that drives our success.

1st Place

“Our team is quite spread out, but we have a strong company culture and connection with each other, so photos help us see what’s happening with our coworkers across the state.”

– Stefanie Miller, Director of Marketing, Ryan Air, Noatak, Alaska

2nd Place

“The extreme environment and challenging conditions we manage to work safely in year after year make things a little more adventurous, and we can walk away with a lot of pride in what we accomplish as a team.”

Thomas Showalter, Truck Driver, Carlile Transportation, North Slope, AK

3rd Place

“Seeing the company name on the container in such a beautiful scene made me feel proud to be part of a team, where the name ‘Tropical’ truly stands for something meaningful.” 

Ramon Richards, Buyer, Tropical Shipping, Jacksonville, FL

Honorable Mentions

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Rainbows Across Saltchuk

From ship decks and terminals to tarmacs and tugs, rainbows made their way into photos submitted across all our companies. Whether captured in passing or framed with intention, these images reflect the shared moments of beauty our teams notice, even in the middle of a busy day.