New AMO Jobs As Maritime Support Vessel Is Prepared for Service Under MSC Contract

Volume 44, Number 10 October 2014 New AMO jobs as maritime support vessel is prepared for service under MSC contract

The American Maritime Officers job base will expand as the M/V Cragside is prepared for service under an operating charter awarded to Maersk Line, Limited by Military Sealift Command last year. The commencement of service for the maritime support vessel was delayed while protests of the MSC contract award were investi- gated and processed. Work under the contract will be performed at sea worldwide. Under the terms of the request for proposals, the ship will host 50 sponsor personnel and will be able to ramp-up to an additional 159 personnel within 24 hours. If all optional extensions are exercised, the contract will extend to October 2018. “This ship will operate with a complement of 12 officers at a minimum,” said AMO National Executive Vice President Bob Kiefer. “We’re pleased with the new jobs for the AMO membership and with the opportunity to continue our tradition of exceptional service to the U.S. Armed Forces in this important mission.” Construction begins on first Jones Act ship in series for American Petroleum Tankers

Kinder Morgan Energy Partners, L.P., and Rob Kurz, vice president of Kinder Morgan Terminals and president of KMP subsidiary American Petroleum Tankers. “Today’s start of construction ceremony signifies our ongoing relationship with American Petroleum Tankers. NASS- CO is pleased to continue our commitment as good environmental stewards by building the most energy-efficient tankers in the Jones Act fleet and in helping to sustain and grow highly-skilled jobs right here in San Diego,” said Kevin Graney, vice president and general manager of General Dynamics NASSCO. The APT-1 is the first tanker of a five-tanker contract between General Dynamics NASSCO and American Petroleum Tankers (APT), which calls for The following was excerpted from an Kevin Faulconer today signaled the start of the design and construction of five 50,000 article released September 12 by General construction of five American Petroleum deadweight ton, LNG-conversion-ready Dynamics NASSCO. American Maritime Tankers at a steel cutting ceremony for the product carriers with a 330,000 barrel Officers will represent all licensed officers first tanker, the APT-1, at the NASSCO cargo capacity. The 610-foot-long tankers aboard the Jones Act tankers being built shipyard in San Diego. are a new “ECO” design, offering for American Petroleum Tankers. Joined by General Dynamics NASS- improved fuel efficiency, and include the SAN DIEGO — General Dynamics CO executive leadership and Mayor NASSCO and City of San Diego Mayor Faulconer were representatives from See APT ◆ Page 12 Images: General Dynamics NASSCO

2014 AMO election: balloting, voting Keel laid at Aker Philadelphia for eligibility information, requirements first new Crowley tanker in series Page 4: Ballots for the 2014 AMO Election for contested National Page 7: The first of four Crowley Maritime product tankers was cele- Offices on the National Executive Board were mailed to all AMO mem- brated September 24 in a keel laying ceremony held at Aker Philadelphia bers and applicants August 29, 2014 by TrueBallot Inc., the independent Shipyard. AMO will represent all licensed officers aboard the tankers firm that administers AMO national elections and referendums. being built through the joint venture between Crowley and Aker.

Page 12: LNG-powered containership receives engine

STAR Center has completed sig- overlaying RADAR/ARPA imagery and AIS nificant upgrades to several of its simu- information. The ARPA displays can be con- lators and members of American figured as Kongsberg, Sperry, or Furuno, Maritime Officers are training with the allowing maximum flexibility in training. new equipment. The use of monitor screen “soft The technology and equipment gauges” on console displays, instead of upgrades provide unprecedented flexibili- hardware, allows for quick exercise setup, ty in training, keeping the institution at the reconfiguration of information and reduces forefront of maritime training technology. downtime for students in between exercis- STAR (Simulation, Training, es. The simulator can also be configured to Assessment & Research) Center, a division run any ship models with traditional of the AMO Safety and Education Plan, is propulsion as well as ships equipped with the primary training provider for members up to three azimuthing pods. of American Maritime Officers. The simulator also has new capabili- Improvements to the 360-degree ties, including a visual channel added to the full mission Class A simulator bridge were overhead console, which can be set up as a completed in August and all of the bridge binocular view with a bearing marker, a hardware has been replaced with the latest spot light for night operations or a CCTV gear delivered by Kongsberg, a leader in AMO members training at STAR Center in September, here on the upgraded allowing for a view down the side of the simulation and shipboard systems. The 360-degree full mission Class A simulator bridge, included Kevin Grove, ship to assist in docking. simulator can be configured to run either Muhammad Shah and Matthew Van Rensselaer. The 360-degree simulator can An ice flow computer, oil slick fea- the Kongsberg ECDIS with full Track be configured to run either the Kongsberg ECDIS with full Track Mode capabili- ture, safety console and GMDSS station Mode capability or the Transas Navi- ty or the Transas Navi-Sailor 4000 for full compatibility with STAR Center’s have also been added to the simulator for Sailor 4000 for full compatibility with ECDIS lab and non-visual “blind bridge” simulators. even more enhanced training exercises. STAR Center’s ECDIS lab and non-visual Originally debuted in 1993, the 360- “blind bridge” simulators. degree simulator at STAR Center was the Both systems are fully capable of first of its kind in the world. STAR Center uses an in-house modeling team that can reproduce ports from all over the world and any number of ship designs. The 270-degree simulator has also been upgraded to include the latest Transas ECDIS Navi-Sailor 4000 to allow for conti- nuity of equipment throughout all of STAR Center’s simulation platforms. This improvement follows the recent upgrade of the ECDIS lab. The new state-of-the-art upgrades will also reduce maintenance costs on the simulators over the life of the equipment.

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security, we need to reverse this trend. “We cannot rely on foreign vessels Congressional leaders affirm and crews to provide for our national security,” Rep. Hunter said. “It is critical that we maintain a robust fleet of U.S.-flagged ves- importance of U.S. merchant marine, sels to carry critical supplies to the battlefield, a large cadre of skilled American mariners to man those vessels, and a strong point to LNG transportation, National shipyard industrial base to ensure we have the capability to build and replenish our naval forces in times of war. Maritime Strategy as ways to “I know the new maritime administrator is hard at work on a national maritime strategy that will hopefully include recom- strengthen, expand U.S.-flag fleet mendations to strengthen the merchant marine,” he said. “As soon as the strategy is complete, I look forward to calling him Concerns raised about decline in government-impelled before the subcommittee to present it. In the meantime, representatives of the maritime cargo for U.S.-flagged vessels in international trades industry and labor have been working on a similar proposal at the request of Ranking On September 10, the House ing before the panel, raised concerns about commercial vessels transported 63 percent Member Garamendi and myself.” Subcommittee on Coast Guard and the decline in U.S. government-impelled of all military cargoes moved to Afghanistan Witnesses at the hearing voiced sup- Maritime Transportation, led by Chairman cargo for U.S.-flagged vessels operating in and Iraq.” port for the Growing American Shipping Act Duncan Hunter (R-CA) and Ranking international trades. With the one-third reduction in the and efforts to increase the utilization of U.S.- Member John Garamendi (D-CA), conduct- “There are more than 40,000 com- U.S.-flag share of U.S. food-aid shipments flagged ships in international trades. ed a hearing titled Status of the U.S. mercial vessels currently flying the under cargo preference, and with uncertain- “The U.S. maritime industry has been Merchant Marine. American flag,” Rep. Hunter said. “The ty regarding the long-term re-chartering of knocked down by decades of neglect by pol- The purpose of the hearing was to vast majority of these vessels are engaged in the U.S. Export-Import Bank, witnesses said icymakers, but it is getting back up and is “review issues impacting the U.S. merchant domestic commerce, moving over 100 mil- the loss of more government cargo could poised to take off,” Rep. Garamendi said. marine, the important role it plays in our lion passengers and $400 billion worth of result in more U.S.-flagged ships operating “We’ve beaten back attempts to weaken the economy and national security, and ways we goods between ports in the U.S. on an annu- in international trades being re-flagged to Jones Act. For the first time ever, the can work together to strengthen and expand al basis. Each year, the U.S. maritime indus- foreign registries. The importance of secur- Maritime Administration and stakeholders the merchant marine,” said Rep. Hunter in try accounts for over $100 billion in eco- ing full funding for the Maritime Security are crafting a National Maritime Strategy. his opening remarks. nomic output. Program was also emphasized. Now, looming on the horizon is a terrific The hearing focused attention on H.R. “Beyond the important contributions “Unfortunately, over the last 35 years, opportunity: when and where we export 5270, the bipartisan Growing American to our economy, a healthy merchant marine the number of U.S.-flagged vessels sailing in LNG, let’s do so responsibly on American Shipping Act, which would promote the is vital to our national security,” he said. the international trade has dropped from 850 ships. The bipartisan GAS Act makes clear export of liquefied natural gas (LNG) on “Throughout our history, our nation has to less than 90,” Rep. Hunter said. “Less that we want LNG exports to be on U.S.- U.S.-flagged vessels. The bill was intro- relied on U.S.-flagged commercial vessels than two percent of the world’s tonnage now flagged ships and create American jobs. duced by Rep. Garamendi, and Rep. Hunter crewed by American merchant mariners to moves on U.S.-flagged vessels. In the same Today’s hearing was a major step forward. I is an original cosponsor of the legislation. carry troops, weapons, and supplies to the period, we have lost over 300 shipyards and will continue to work with businesses, labor Additionally, Congressmen Hunter battlefield. During Operations Enduring thousands of jobs for American mariners. and my colleagues on both sides of the aisle and Garamendi, as well as witnesses testify- Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, U.S.-flagged For the sake of our national and economic to bring this bill up for a vote.”

AMO aboard tanker Pennsylvania

AMO members working aboard the Jones Act tanker Pennsylvania in April included Third Mate Mike Chretien, Chief Mate James Cunningham and Captain Thomas Doane, master. With them are Captain Scott Davis, master American Maritime Officers members working aboard the Pennsylvania in on the tanker Florida, and AMO National Assistant Vice President David April included Second Assistant Engineer Gerry Atkins, First A.E. Andrew Weathers. The Pennsylvania is operated by Intrepid Personnel and Gray and Chief Engineer Minor Kates. Provisioning and is manned in all licensed positions by AMO.

AMP: Domestic American maritime industry booming

The following article was released itime, supported by the Jones Act, is strong, sector is seeing a significant resurgence in options for future construction.” Tabbutt September 10 by the American Maritime vibrant and growing. construction for all types of vessels includ- said. “We have inland shipyards in this Partnership, a coalition of which American “Our industry is experiencing an ing containerships, roll-on/roll-off vessels, country that are building and launching, Maritime Officers Service is a member and extraordinary renaissance and its contribu- dredges, offshore supply vessels, large on average, almost a new barge every sin- which American Maritime Officers supports. tions to America’s economic, national and articulated tug-barges, and tankers. Tabbutt gle day of the year. New tugs and towing WASHINGTON — The U.S. House homeland security have never been more also noted that the state-of-the-art vessels vessels are also being built to handle that Subcommittee on Coast Guard and important,” said Tabbutt. “The largest sec- being built are more productive, energy increased demand.” Maritime Transportation today heard first tor of our domestic marine transportation efficient, and environmentally friendly. “We are very grateful for the opportu- hand about America’s booming domestic industry supports our energy infrastructure America’s maritime industry is also reach- nity to testify before the subcommittee to maritime industry from Mark Tabbutt, with the movement of crude, refined petro- ing out to hire more veterans, Tabbutt said, share the good news of America’s vibrant Chairman of the Board of Saltchuk, one of leum products, and chemicals and has seen through its Military2Maritime program maritime sector,” said AMP Chairman Tom the country’s most recognized transporta- dramatic growth as a result of the shale oil with recent job fairs in Jacksonville, FL and Allegretti. “This is an industry that is invest- tion and distribution companies, who was revolution. This is driving record levels of Houston, TX. ing heavily in vessels, personnel and prac- testifying on behalf of the American new vessel construction orders and deliver- “The American domestic maritime tices to ensure its continued ability to safely Maritime Partnership (AMP). Tabbutt told ies in American shipyards.” industry is doing its part to help address and efficiently meet the demands of its cus- Subcommittee Chairman Duncan Hunter Tabbutt updated the subcommittee the transportation changes. There are 22 tomers, as well as the nation’s transportation (R-Calif.) and Ranking Member Rep. John on the growth in domestic vessel construc- new large tankers and articulated tug- needs. This is an exciting time to be a part Garamendi (D-Calif.) that American mar- tion and noted that the American shipyard barges under contract, not including of a very dynamic industry.” 4 • American Maritime Officer October 2014 Ballots mailed for 2014 AMO Election for contested National Offices; ballots must be received by the Post Office by close of business December 1; instructions for requesting a duplicate ballot

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STAR Center has been advised that Military Sealift Command has revoked Small arms training its approval of small arms training provided by Gunport First Class Arms Training in Alabama. Members of American Maritime Officers who are sent to Gunport First Class provided by Gunport First Arms Training by an employer are advised that the small arms training provided at this facility will not currently satisfy MSC requirements. MSC is notifying employers sepa- Class Arms Training no rately of this change in approved providers. STAR Center continues to provide an MSC-approved Small Arms course for AMO members and applicants. The STAR Center course schedule is available online at longer approved by Military www.amo-union.org/PDFs/Dania.pdf and in each edition of the newspaper. Enrollment questions or applications should be directed to Student Services at Sealift Command (800) 942-3220 ext. 201 or via e-mail: [email protected]. October 2014 American Maritime Officer • 5 AMP: Separating Jones Act facts from rhetorical fiction

The following article is based on a The American Maritime Partnership FACT CHECK: The nation’s ered costs for refinery operators, simply fact sheet released by the American recently responded to separate fact from fic- domestic energy production boom has because domestic crude is less expensive Maritime Partnership, a coalition of which tion and correct the misinformation recently caused costs of transport by rail and pipeline than imported oil. At the same time, Gulf American Maritime Officers Service is a published about the Jones Act and America’s to skyrocket, while transport by maritime Coast refineries have expanded over the member and which American Maritime surging domestic energy production. has remained not only competitive, but often past few years and can increase their vol- Officers supports. Complete reference links times more economical. ume, keeping prices even lower.” are available on the AMO Currents website: FICTION: Shipping by Jones Act • Bakken crude rail transport costs: (www.oilprice.com) www.amo-union.net/article.php?a=2216. vessels is three times more expensive than $9/bbl to Cushing [OK]; $11-12/bbl to • “Refiners are jumping on the oppor- WASHINGTON — The rhetoric foreign vessels. Eastern Canada; $12/bbl to St. James [LA]; tunity to increase profits.” surrounding America’s domestic maritime FACT CHECK: This is an apples to $17/bbl to U.S. East Coast; $9/bbl to U.S. (www.nasdaq.com) industry has recently heated up, and a oranges comparison. U.S.-flag ships operat- West Coast. U.S. Gulf Coast to U.S. East group called the American Fuel and ing in domestic trades are subject to all U.S. Coast by U.S. flagged-vessels -- $5-$6/bbl, FICTION: U.S. shipyards are unable Petrochemical Manufacturers, which rep- laws. Foreign-flag ships operate in interna- comparable with U.S. pipeline rates (at to keep up with the demand for new vessels resents the oil refining industry, has indi- tional trades and are subject to the lax laws $4/bbl). (www.valero.com) to transport American energy. cated that they would be pushing for of flag of convenience countries like Liberia • “We’ve seen dramatic increases in FACT CHECK: Over the past year, changes to the Jones Act. and Panama. The suggestion that a foreign- tank car rates over the last 18 months due to U.S. shipyards have entered into hundreds Supported by the Jones Act — which flag ship could operate in the domestic trade the unprecedented demand for the cars.” of contracts for new vessels, including the ensures vessels operating in our domestic without being subject to U.S. laws is a farce; (www.chicagobusiness.com) construction of state of the art tankers and waterways are U.S.-built, U.S.-crewed and it is highly unlikely Congress or the • “Apart from the national security barges to help America meet the growing U.S.-owned — the U.S. domestic American Executive Branch will permit foreign ships argument, some tanker analysts said that the demand from the nation’s surge in domestic maritime industry is flourishing. to operate in wholly domestic commerce high demand for Jones Act tankers is also energy production. Last year, the construc- The American Maritime Partnership without being subject to U.S. taxation, U.S. supported by better economics and practi- tion of inland tank barges reached an all- (AMP) noted the most modern vessels in the immigration, and a host of other U.S. laws. cality when compared with pipelines.” time high with 336 new vessels delivered, world are being built in record numbers in The Government Accountability Office (www.cnss.com.cn) totaling more than 8.2 million barrels of U.S. shipyards all around the country, the (GAO) has repeatedly debunked this myth: capacity, and some 19 large tankers and industry is responding to the changing ener- • “Foreign carriers operating in the FICTION: The Jones Act is making articulated-tank barges with another com- gy market caused by the shale oil revolution, U.S. coastwise trade could be required to it harder for refiners to make a profit as they bined 6.5 million barrels of capacity. and is growing and employing American comply with other U.S. laws and regulations struggle to keep up with surging domestic • “U.S. shipyards are the busiest in workers as a result. which could increase foreign carriers’ costs energy production. almost two decades as surging domestic The Jones Act “enjoys rock solid sup- and may affect the rates they could charge.” FACT CHECK: Refineries are expe- energy production increases cargoes for the port from both lawmakers and the (www.gao.gov) riencing record profits by refining cheap merchant fleet, according to the Department Administration. Leaders from both sides of domestic crude and selling the gasoline, jet, of Transportation.” (www.bloomberg.com) the aisle are showing their strong support for FICTION: American maritime is one diesel, and other refined products overseas at • “Outside of pipelines, [maritime] is this law critical to America’s national and of the most expensive ways to move petro- better margins. the best way to transport oil if you’re a economic security,” AMP stated. leum products around the country. • “This surge in supply also has low- coastal refiner.” (www.bloomberg.com) AMO participates in Military to Maritime event in Texas

American Maritime Officers in servicemen and women with jobs in the “Seagoing work provides great opportu- recruiters and HR staff from more than September participated in the Military American maritime industry. nities for military personnel making the fifty organizations large and small, as to Maritime career fair in Texas, which “Military personnel have valuable transition and we’re proud to be a part well as maritime unions and schools; was attended by about 400 veterans. The experience and a lot of the same quali- of putting our nation’s veterans to work attend seminars on marine licensing and event — sponsored by the American ties as successful merchant marine offi- in the maritime industry.” transition; take vessel tours; and visit Maritime Partnership and hosted by the cers, in addition to some very good Participants in Houston’s Military with crew members and industry per- Port of Houston — is part of a national training,” said AMO National Assistant to Maritime career fair on September 3 sonnel who are veterans and made the program to help connect the nation’s Vice President David Weathers. had the opportunity to meet with transition to the maritime industry.

AMO aboard the Philip R. Clarke

AMO members working The Philip R. Clarke on Lake Superior in August — American aboard the Philip R. Clarke in AMO members working aboard the Philip R. Clarke in Maritime Officers represents the licensed officers and stewards August included Chief August included Third Mate John Von Sprecken and aboard the Key Lakes vessel. Engineer Kevin Werda. Second Mate Gabriel Wallace.

At left: AMO members AMO working aboard the Philip members R. Clarke in September working included Steward Gary aboard the Majewski. With him is AMO Philip R. Senior National Assistant Clarke in Vice President Brian Krus. September included Third At right: AMO members Assistant working aboard the Philip Engineer R. Clarke in August includ- Katrina ed Steward Don Stowell. Walheim. 6 • American Maritime Officer October 2014 Continuing resolution funds federal government through December 11, extends Ex-Im Bank charter

The President on September 19 keep the government functioning into the temporary extension of the Export- ence laws, U.S.-flagged vessels transport signed a continuing resolution to fund the the new fiscal year, they managed to Import Bank charter,” DeCrosta said. manufactured U.S. goods purchased with federal government through December 11 arrive at only a temporary fix,” said “By pushing the expiration of the bank’s financing assistance from the Export- and extend the charter of the U.S. Export- AMO Director of Political Affairs John operating authority out to June of next Import Bank. Import Bank until June 30, 2015, after the DeCrosta. “As a result, once the mid- year, as opposed to providing it with a Congressional supporters vowed to legislation was approved by the House of term elections are over, appropriators full five-year re-chartering, critics of the continue working toward a multi-year reau- Representatives and Senate. will immediately have to turn their atten- Ex-Im Bank have given themselves thorization of the Export-Import Bank dur- The continuing resolution funds gov- tion back to determining how to fund another window in which to work to limit ing the extension period. The Export- ernment programs at approximately present government operations for the remainder that institution’s authorities, if not actual- Import Bank helps American businesses levels through the expiration date. of fiscal year 2015. Who will control the ly abolish it. Working to secure re-char- sell their goods and services overseas by Congress will need to approve a new fund- House and the Senate will dictate what tering of the Ex-Im Bank will continue to guaranteeing that they receive compensa- ing mechanism for the remaining months sort of appropriations bill the Congress be one of our priorities.” tion for the transaction. Without the of fiscal year 2015 prior to the expiration of would be willing to adopt in November Absent an extension, or a longer- Export-Import Bank, 205,000 or more the continuing resolution to avoid a shut- or December, and what impact, if any, term reauthorization, the charter of the American jobs would be at risk. The Ex-Im down of the federal government. there would be on maritime programs. Export-Import Bank would have expired Bank supported an estimated $37.4 billion “While it is a positive development “A matter addressed in the continu- at the end of September with the close of in U.S. export sales in 2013, and returned that the Congress agreed on a plan to ing resolution that is of great concern is the fiscal year. Under U.S. cargo prefer- more than $1 billion to U.S. taxpayers.

USNS Wheat earns perfect score on turbo activation

In this photo submitted by Captain Mark Richardson, the engineering officers In this photo submitted by Captain Mark Richardson, the deck officers work- working aboard the USNS LCPL Roy M. Wheat during the ship’s turbo activa- ing aboard the USNS LCPL Roy M. Wheat during the ship’s turbo activation tion in August included Second Assistant Engineer Eric Hyson, Chief Engineer in August included Third Mate David Loison, Chief Mate Jamie Gill, Second James Orlanda, First A.E. Julian Rozier, Third A.E. Thomas Gay and (not in the Mate Jennifer Senner, Captain Richardson, Third Mate Greg Katsirubas and picture) Third A.E. Armando Evangelista. The USNS Wheat, operated for REO George Burnett. The USNS Wheat, operated for Military Sealift Military Sealift Command by Maersk Line, Limited and manned in all licensed Command by Maersk Line, Limited and manned in all licensed positions by positions by American Maritime Officers, scored 100 on the turbo activation. American Maritime Officers, scored 100 on the turbo activation.

eign seamen to carry out its defense or foreign policy mission.” U.S. seagoing labor: Statement of Moreover, we agree with the senti- ments recently expressed by the European Transport Workers Federation. support for Canadian shipping Canada should maintain and even strengthen its domestic cabotage arrange- The undersigned American maritime Canadian brothers and sisters. Canadians got a taste of what it’s like ments. To do otherwise would spell the unions stand in solidarity with our National cabotage laws exist all to exclusively rely on foreign-flag shipping death of an industry that cannot afford to Canadian counterparts, and we categorical- over the world, and for good reason. They during the infamous GTS Katie incident in be lost. It would also set an unwise, ly oppose current attempts to cripple promote strong national economies. They 2000. American maritime unions consider deplorable precedent. Canadian maritime law via the EU/Canada help maintain vital skills and industrial our Jones Act indispensable as it has Instead of seeking to attack Canadian CETA negotiations. bases in shipyards. They are nothing short always provided the U.S. an additional cabotage, the EU should welcome a similar The proposals that have leaked out of indispensable in preserving well- layer of national security, especially in the policy package to protect European ship- would be disastrous for professional trained, reliable shipboard manpower wake of the 9/11 attacks and war on terror. ping by introducing a level playing field for mariners, bad for responsible shipowners pools. Any weakening of such laws in As Vice Adm. James B. Perkins, then intra-community trades that would help to and operators, and dangerous for the envi- Canada is completely unacceptable. the commander of the U.S. Military Sealift stop the downward spiral in salaries and the ronment. These schemes threaten to elimi- Considering the service and sacrifice of Command, put it at the time of the GTS discriminatory practices against seafarers. nate good tax-paying jobs while rolling the Canadian Merchant Navy during the Katie incident, “Canada’s dilemma is a back hard-won worker and environmental Second World War in preserving classic example of the danger of becoming American Maritime Officers protections. European democracy, it is appalling that militarily dependent on ships registered in International Organization of Masters, We won’t stand for it here in the representatives from some of the very other countries. Even if foreign ships are Mates & Pilots United States and we will not accept an same nations that benefited from that sac- available, it’s unwise now or ever for any Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association erosion of national cabotage with our rifice now want to destroy the industry. country to rely on foreign tonnage and for- Seafarers International Union

U.S.-flagged Great Lakes freighters moved 11 clogging ports and waterways, the industry continues to sur- August another million tons of cargo in August, their second-highest render carrying capacity to the dredging crisis. The top ore monthly total in two years. The August float, while loads in August were still about 3,000 tons short of what down 3.2 percent from July, also represents an increase vessels were carrying in 1997, a period of near record-high strong month for of 5 percent compared with a year ago, the Lake water levels. Carriers’ Association reported. Coal cargoes totaled 2 million tons, a decrease of 19 U.S.-flag fleet on Iron ore for steel production totaled 5.5 million tons, percent compared with a year ago. Loadings at Lake an increase of 23 percent compared with a year ago. Higher Michigan and Lake Erie ports were largely unchanged water levels again allowed some cargoes to approach the Great Lakes 70,000 tons, but with 18 million cubic yards of sediment See Lakes Cargo ◆ Page 7 October 2014 American Maritime Officer • 7 Keel laid at Aker Philadelphia Shipyard for first new Crowley Maritime tanker in series

The following was excerpted from an director, remarked, “Rich in tradition, the for the shipyard and an important step in vessels play an important role in our coun- article released by Crowley. American keel laying ceremony is a proud milestone the vessel’s construction. These U.S.-built try’s energy independence while providing Maritime Officers will represent all good jobs for the men and women who licensed officers aboard the tankers being build and sail them.” built through the joint venture between Crowley’s Seattle-based, naval archi- Crowley and Aker. tecture and marine engineering subsidiary (PHILADELPHIA; Sept. 24, 2014) – Jensen Maritime is providing construction The first of four Crowley Maritime Corp. management services for the product product tankers was celebrated today in a tankers. Jensen now has an on-site office keel laying ceremony held at Aker and personnel at the Philadelphia shipyard Philadelphia Shipyard, Inc. (APSI), the to ensure strong working relationships with wholly-owned U.S. subsidiary of Aker Aker staff and a seamless construction and Philadelphia Shipyard ASA (Oslo: AKPS). delivery program. The 330,000-barrel Jones Act tankers are “Adding these new Jones Act being built through a joint venture between tankers to our fleet allows us to continue Crowley and Aker. providing our customers with diverse and Keeping with the long-held ship- modern equipment to transport their petro- building tradition, several coins were leum and chemical products in a safe and placed by representatives from Crowley, reliable manner,” said Crowley’s Rob APSI and others on one of the keel blocks Grune, senior vice president and general before the unit was lowered into place in manager, petroleum and chemical trans- the dry dock. The coins are a ceremonial portation. “We are pleased with the sign of good fortune and safe travels. Steinar Nerbovik, APSI’s managing See Crowley ◆ Page 12

al disaster or other underdeveloped coastal areas for humanitarian assistance.” USNS VADM K.R. Wheeler participates During the OPDS exercise, Wheeler was positioned approximately 9,000 feet from Dogu Beach using her sophisticated in offshore petroleum discharge Dynamic Positioning System (DPS), which allows the ship to automatically approach and maintain positioning from a designated system exercise with Korean partners fixed point without anchoring. The OPDS flexible piping was then connected to the The following article by Lt. Saeah vessels and the importance they play in “The OPDS is a vital capability for Beach Termination Unit (BTU), and Wood, U.S. Naval Forces Korea and defense and logistical support.” MSC, allowing fuel to be pumped to shore 65,000 gallons of potable water were Military Sealift Command Office Korea Wheeler’s OPDS is a completely during contingency operations where port pumped through all eight miles of flexible Public Affairs, was released September 24. self-contained terminal capable of provid- facilities may be damaged, destroyed, or pipe that was laid out on the ocean bottom. The USNS VADM K. R. Wheeler is oper- ing up to 1.7 million gallons of fuel in a non-existent,” said Capt. Robert Rochford, “The first 1,000 feet of pipe is outfit- ated by TOTE Services, Inc. and is manned 20-hour day, or about 1,400 gallons per commodore of Maritime Prepositioning ted with stainless steel armor to protect it in all licensed positions by American minute, from a distance of up to eight Ships Squadron 3. “It also allows us to sup- from sharp obstacles that may be encoun- Maritime Officers. AMO members onboard miles offshore. port areas that have been affected by natur- tered in the surf zone while beaching the were Captain John Mansfield, Captain pipe,” said Mansfield. “It is important to Glenn Macario, Chief Mate Mark Kerr, coordinate a site survey of a potential Second Mate Alfredo Noriega, Second OPDS location to understand factors such Mate Eric Clark, Third Mate Helen as water depths, bottom conditions, and Freeman, Third Mate Martin Conroy, Third tides to determine the impacts to the OPDS Mate Teddy Dodson, Chief Engineer flexible piping.” Patrick Yarbrough, First Assistant Full mission operating capability was Engineer Frank Celino, Second A.E. Lynn exercised by the Wheeler crew resulting in Bell, Third A.E. Matt Farmer, Third A.E. a valuable training opportunity for crew Roy Coleman, Third A.E. Jason Peters and members and positive lessons learned for Third A.E. Scott Magin. MSC. The OPDS Exercise was made suc- BUSAN, Republic of Korea (NNS) cessful through coordination with ROK — Military Sealift Command (MSC) ves- Marine Corps 1st Division, ROK Navy sels USNS Wheeler (T-AG 5001) and Pohang Port Defense Battalion, Pohang USNS Fast Tempo participated in an Maritime and Port Administration, ROK Offshore Petroleum Discharge System Pohang Coast Guard, and Pohang Fishery (OPDS) exercise off of Dogu Beach, Radio Control Tower. Pohang, Republic of Korea (ROK) from “The OPDS Exercise could not have Sept. 12-22. been completed without support from our The OPDS exercise is a MSC spon- local Korean counterparts,” said Cmdr. sored, semi-annual event that allows Eric St. Peter, commander of Military crewmembers to exercise the full capabilities Sealift Command Office, Korea. “We do of the OPDS system in a real-world environ- our best to provide them with an under- ment. USNS Wheeler is a government- standing of MSC capabilities including owned, contractor-operated vessel. Photo: Captain John Mansfield the OPDS.” Approximately 20 civilian mariners operate and navigate the ship, along with eight crew members who operate and deploy the OPDS. “The OPDS system is designed to be Lakes Cargo compared to last year. brutal winter of 2013/2014. fully operational in less than 48 hours from Year-to-date, U.S.-flag cargo move- At the end of April, for example, ment stood at 49.4 million tons at the end U.S.-flag cargo movement was 45 per- arrival; therefore, it is important for crew Continued from Page 6 members to remain sharp on OPDS opera- of August, a decrease of 7.7 percent com- cent off the previous year’s pace. from a year ago, but shipments from tions in the event of a contingency,” said pared with a year ago. Higher water levels However, Great Lakes water levels nor- Lake Superior ports fell by 25 percent. John Mansfield, captain of USNS Wheeler. and increased vessel utilization rates are mally begin their seasonal decline in the Shipments of limestone totaled 2.8 “The exercise also exposes military person- allowing the fleet to narrow the gap fall, so going forward, loads will likely million tons, a decrease of 7 percent nel in all branches of both U.S. and ROK between this year and last caused by the be smaller. forces to the unique capabilities of these 8 • American Maritime Officer October 2014 AMO Safety and Education Plan — Simulation, Training, Assessment & Research Center (954) 920-3222 / (800) 942-3220 — 2 West Dixie Highway, Dania Beach, FL 33004

STCW 2010 Gap Closing Courses — Required by all existing STCW credentialed officers by 1 January 2017

Leadership & Management (required by ALL management level Deck and 5, 12, 19, 26 2, 9, 16, 23 2, 9, 16, 23 6, 13, 20, 27 5 days 17 November 1, 8, 15 Dec 4, 11, 18 May 15 June Engine officers by 1 Jan 2017) January February March April

Engine Room Resource Management — Classroom (Engineers) 5 days 27 October 3 November 1, 15 Dec. 5, 19 January 2, 16 February 2, 16 March 6, 20, April 4, 18 May (Required by ALL Engine officers by 1 Jan 2017)

Management of Electrical, Electronic Controllers (Engineers) (Required 5 days 10 November 8 December 12, 26 January 9, 23 February 9, 23 March 13, 27, April 11 May by ALL management level Engine officers by 1 Jan 2017)

Leadership & Teamwork (Engineers) (Only required by those Engineers who 1 day 22, 23 January March 30, 31 28, 29 May completed old ERM class)

Basic Training & Advanced Fire Fighting Revalidation (Required by first 6, 9, 27, 30 2 days 1 December 4 December 15 December 18 December 12, 15, January 2, 5 February credential renewal AFTER 1 Jan 2017) April

EFA (Scheduled with Basic Training Revalidation BUT NOT REQUIRED 1 day 3, 17 December 14 January 4 February 8, 29 April FOR STCW 2010)

General Courses

ABS NS5 Fleet Management Software 3 days 20 January

Advanced Fire Fighting 5 days 20 October 17 November 12 January 9 February 9 March 18 May

Basic Safety Training — All 4 modules must be completed within 12 months: Personal Safety Techniques (Mon/Tues — 1.5 days), Personal Safety & Social Responsibility (Tues pm — .5 days), Elementary First Aid 5 days 13, 27 October 8 December 26 January 2 March (Wed — 1 day), Fire Fighting & Fire Prevention (Thurs/Fri — 2 days) — not required. if Combined Basic & Adv. Fire Fighting completed within 12 months

Basic Safety Training — Refresher 3 days 15, 29 October 12 November 10 December 28 January 4 March

Chemical Safety — Advanced 5 days 9 February

ECDIS 5 days 20 October 10 November 8 December January 5 9 February 9 March 20 April 11 May

Environmental Awareness (includes Oily Water Separator) 3 days 5 January 26 May

Fast Rescue Boat 4 days 6 October 2 December 5 January 17 February 16 March

GMDSS — Requires after-hour homework 10 days 3 November 9 February 9 March

LNG Tankerman PIC 8 days 11 March

LNG Simulator Training — Enrollment priority in the LNG simulator course is given to qualified member candidates for employment and/or observation 5 days 23 March opportunities with AMO contracted LNG companies. In all cases successful completion of the LNG PNC classroom course is prerequisite.

Proficiency in Survival Craft (Lifeboat) 4 days 20 January 23 February 23 March 26 May

Safety Officer Course 2 days 12 March

Tankerman PIC DL — Classroom 5 days 12 January 13 April

Tankerman PIC DL — Simulator 10 days 6, 20 October 10 November 8 December 26 January 23 February 27 April 11 May

Tankerman PIC DL — Accelerated Program 10 days TBA

Train the Trainer 5 days 27 October 15 December 12 January 9 March 4 May

Train the Trainer — Simulator Instructors 5 days Please call

Vessel/Company Security Officer — Includes Anti-Piracy 3 days 3 December 9 March 27 May Deck Courses

Advanced Bridge Resource Management — Meets STCW 2010 9, 23 Feb. 5 days 27 October 3, 17 Nov. 15 December 19, 26 January 9 March 20, 27 April 11 May Leadership & Management gap closing requirements (P.M.) Advanced Shiphandling for Masters — (No equivalency) Must have 5 days 13 October 10 November 2 March sailed as Chief Mate Unlimited Advanced Shiphandling for 3rd Mates — 60 days seatime equiv. for 3rd 10 days 13 Oct (P.M.) 1 December 5 January 2 March 11 May Mates

Advanced Emergency Shiphandling — First Class Pilots, Great Lakes 5 days Please call

Bridge Resource Management Seminar 3 days Please call

Dynamic Positioning — Basic 5 days 3 November 2 February 9 March 4 May

Dynamic Positioning — Advanced 5 days 1 December 18 May

Integrated Bridge System (IBS) / Prodded Propulsion Training 5 days Please call

STCW Deck Officer Refresher — Great Lakes 3 days Please call

TOAR (Towing Officer Assessment Record) — Third Mate (Unlimited or 5 days 20 October 15 December 19 January 20 April Great Lakes) or 1600T Master License required AND OICNW required

Tug Training — ASD Assist (Azimuthing Stern Drive) 5 days 23 March Engineering Courses

Advanced Slow Speed Diesel 10 days 16 March

Basic Electricity 10 days 6 October 2 February

Diesel Crossover 4 weeks 9 February

Gas Turbine Endorsement 10 days 8 December 13 April

High Voltage Safety Course (Classroom) 3 days 27 October 23 February

Hydraulics/ Pneumatics 5 days 20 October 2 March

Ocean Ranger Program 6 days 6 April

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) 5 days 20 October 16 February

Refrigeration (Operational Level) 5 days 10 November 16 March

Refrigeration (Management Level) 5 days 17 November 23 March

Steam Endorsement 4 weeks 12 January

Electronics (Management) — NEW 1 week 3 November 18 May

Instrumentation (Management) — NEW 10 days 5 January

Welding & Metallurgy Skills & Practices — Open to eligible Chief Mates and Masters on a space available 2 weeks 27 October 9 February 4 May basis. Interested participants should apply and will be confirmed 2 weeks prior to start date. October 2014 American Maritime Officer • 9

Deck Upgrade — STCW 2010 — Management Level (NVIC 10-14)— If sea service or training towards management level (Chief Mate/Master) upgrade started ON OR AFTER 24 March 2014 you must adhere to this new program of training. Completion of both required and optional courses listed below will include all Task Assessments required by NVIC 10-14 , providing ECDIS, GMDSS and ARPA have been previously completed. Upgrade: Shiphandling at the Management Level 10 days 5 January 6 April Upgrade: Advanced Meteorology — Requires after-hours homework 5 days 19 January 20 April Advanced Stability 5 days 26 January 27 April Search & Rescue 2 1/2 days 2 February 4 May Management of Medical Care 1/2 day 4 February 6 May Leadership & Management 5 days 9 February 11 May Advanced Cargo — Optional for task sign-off 5 days 16 February 18 May Marine Propulsion Plants — Optional for task sign-off 5 days 23 February

Advanced Celestial — Optional for task sign-off 5 days 2 March 25 May

Advanced Navigation — Optional for task sign-off 5 days 9 March

Deck Upgrade at the Management Level (Policy Letter 04-02) — This upgrade program is for those who started sea service or training towards management level (Chief Mate/Master) upgrade BEFORE 24 March 2014. Failure to complete by 31 December 2016 will most likely result in significant delays and additional training or assessment requirements. Successful completion of this program will satisfy the training requirements for STCW certification as Master or Chief Mate on vessels of 500 or more gross tonnage (ITC) under previous. This program will complete ALL 53 Control Sheet assessments of the training requirements for STCW under policy letter 04-02. Course completion certificates and control sheets expire 12/31/16. Anyone using the previous regulations to upgrade in this manner must complete all requirements ,including USCG testing, by 12/31/16. Deck Management Level gap closing training must also be completed by 12/31/16 in order for the new credential to valid after this date.

Celestial Navigation — Requires after-hour homework 5 days 13 October 1 December 2 March 25 May

Upgrade: Advanced Meteorology — Requires after-hour homework 5 days 27 October 15 December 19 January 20 April

Cargo Operations 9 days 11 November 2 February 4 May

Marine Propulsion Plants 5 days 3 November 15 December 23 February

Upgrade: Stability 5 days 20 October 8 December 26 January 27 April

Watchkeeping 1: BRM 3 days 15 October 3 December 23 March

Watchkeeping 2: COLREGS 5 days 20 October 8 December 26 March

Upgrade: Shiphandling at the Management Level 10 days 27 October 8 Dec. (P.M) 5 January 6 April

Shipboard Management 5 days 6 October 17 November 16 February 18 May

Upgrade: Advanced Navigation (includes Simulator) 5 days 10 November 9 March

ECDIS 5 days 6 October 17 November 16 March MSC Training Program

CMEO for Junior Engineers 5 days Please call

Basic CBR Defense 1 day 31 October 19 December 27 February 17 April 15 May Damage Control 1 day 30 October 18 December 26 February 16 April 14 May Heat Stress Afloat / Hearing Conservation Afloat 1 day Please call

Helicopter Fire Fighting 1 day 11 November 27 January 3 March

Marine Environmental Programs (with CBRD) 1/2 day 31 October 19 December 27 February 17 April 15 May

Marine Sanitation Devices 1/2 day 2 October 29 May

Medical PIC Refresher — Note: Not MSC approved 3 days Please call

MSC Readiness Refresher — Must have completed full CBRD & DC once in 5 days 10 November 26 January 2 March career.

MSC Watchstander — BASIC — Once in career, SST grads grandfathered 2 days 4 December 12 February 26 March

MSC Watchstander — ADVANCED — Required for all SRF members 1 day 17 October 20 November 8 December 15 January 16 February 12, 30 March 30 April 29 May

MSC Ship Reaction Force — Required every three years for SRF members 3 days 9 December 17 February 31 March Small Arms — Initial & Sustainment Training — Open to members & applicants eligible for employment through AMO (w/in 1 year) or MSC on 3 days 14, 27 October 3, 10, 17 Nov. 1, 15 Dec. 12, 26 January 9, 23 February 9, 23 March 13, 27 April 11, 26, 29 May MARAD contracted vessels. Remedial shoot will be afforded on Day 4 for at least 1 weapon if passing score not attained. STCW Endorsement required. Water Sanitation Afloat 1/2 day 2 October Medical Courses

Heat Stress Afloat / Hearing Conservation Afloat 1 day Please call

Elementary First Aid — Prerequisite for MCP within preceding 12 months 1 day 21 October 2 December 6 January 24 February 7 April 12 May

Medical Care Provider — Prerequisite for MPIC within preceding 12 3 days 1, 22 October 3 December 7 January 25 February 8 April 13 May months. Please fax EFA certificate when registering

Medical PIC — Please fax MCP certificate when registering 5 days 6, 27 October 8 December 12 January 2 March 13 April 18 May

Urinalysis Collector Training 1 day 20 October 3 November 1 December 23 February 9 March 11 May

Breath Alcohol Test (BAT) — Alco Sensors 3 and 4 only 1 day 4 November 10 March

Saliva Screening Test — QEDs only 1/2 day 5 November 11 March

Medical PIC Refresher — Note: Not MSC approved 3 days Please call Radar Courses

Radar Recertification 1 day 13 November 14 November 22, 23 January 30, 31 March 28, 29 May

Radar Recertification at Toledo Maritime Academy — Non-Resident 1 day Please call Training, apply to Student Services, Dania Beach

ARPA 4 days Please call

Radar Recertification & ARPA 5 days Please call

Original Radar Observer Unlimited 5 days Please call

Engine STCW / Original Engineer Training Routes — Engine STCW training routes are aimed at Great Lakes members wishing to transition to deep sea. Original engineer training is available to members, applicants and sponsored students seeking an original license.

Advanced Fire Fighting 5 days 12 January 18 May

Basic Safety Training 5 days 26 January

EFA/MCP 4 days 6 January 12 May

Proficiency in Survival Craft (Lifeboat) 4 days 20 January 26 May

Basic Electricity (original engineers only) 10 days 2 February

Original 3 A/E Preparation and Exams A/R Please call

NOTICE: AMO members planning to attend the union’s Center for Advanced Maritime Officers’ Training/STAR Center in Dania Beach, Florida—either to prepare for license upgrading or to undergo specialty training—are asked to call the school to confirm course schedule and space availability in advance.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY AS TO STUDENTS: The Center For Advanced Maritime Officers Training (CAMOT) and Simulation Training Assessment and Research Center (STAR), established under the auspices of the American Maritime Officers Safety and Education Plan, admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin or sex to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the Center. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin or sex in administration of its educational policies, admission policies and other programs administered by the Center. 10 • American Maritime Officer October 2014

TOLEDO, OH 43604 The Melvin H. Pelfrey Building One Maritime Plaza, Third Floor (800) 221-9395 FAX: (419) 255-2350 John E. Clemons, National Vice President, Great Lakes ([email protected]) Brian D. Krus, Senior National Assistant Vice President AMO NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS ([email protected]) Stan Barnes, National Representative DANIA BEACH, FL 33004 ([email protected]) 601 S. Federal Highway Michelle Moffitt, Dispatcher ([email protected]) (954) 921-2221 (800) 362-0513 GALVESTON, TX 77551 Thomas J. Bethel, National President 2724 61st Street, Suite B, PMB 192 [email protected] David M. Weathers, National Assistant Vice President José E. Leonard, National Secretary-Treasurer ([email protected]) ([email protected]) (800) 362-0513 ext. 2001 Jack Branthover, Special Assistant to the National President Mobile: (409) 996-7362 ([email protected]) FAX: (409) 737-4454 FAX: (954) 926-5112 Joseph Z. Gremelsbacker, National Vice President, Deep Sea SAN FRANCISCO / OAKLAND, CA 94607 ([email protected]) 1121 7th Street, Second Floor Charles A. Murdock, National Vice President, Inland Waters Oakland, CA 94607 ([email protected]) (510) 444-5301 / (800) 362-0513 ext. 5001 Mobile: (954) 531-9977 Daniel E. Shea, National Assistant Vice President FAX: (954) 367-1025 ([email protected]) Dispatch: (800) 345-3410 / FAX: (954) 926-5126 FAX: (954) 367-1064 Brendan Keller, Dispatcher ([email protected]) Robert Anderson, Dispatcher ([email protected]) UPDATE CREDENTIALS, DOCUMENTS, TRAINING RECORDS Member Services: Extension 1050 ([email protected]) Secure File Upload: https://securetransfer.amo-union.org/ (This link is available on the union and dispatching websites) WASHINGTON, D.C. E-mail: [email protected] WASHINGTON, D.C. 20024 Questions: (800) 362-0513 ext. 1050 490 L’Enfant Plaza East SW, Suite 7204 STAR CENTER (202) 479-1166 (800) 362-0513 ext. 7001 STUDENT SERVICES/LODGING AND COURSE INFORMATION Thomas J. Bethel, National President 2 West Dixie Highway [email protected] Dania Beach, FL 33004 J. Michael Murphy, National Vice President, Government Relations (954) 920-3222 ext. 201 / (800) 942-3220 ext. 201 [email protected] Course Attendance Confirmation: (800) 942-3220 ext. 200 Mobile: (202) 560-6889 FAX: (954) 920-3140 T. Christian Spain, National Assistant Vice President, Government Relations 24 Hours: (954) 920-3222 ext.7999 [email protected] Mobile: (202) 658-9635 SERVICES John K. DeCrosta, Director of Political Affairs [email protected] FINANCIAL ADVISORS: THE ATLANTIC GROUP AT MORGAN STANLEY Mobile: (202) 557-9190 (800) 975-7061 / www.morganstanleyfa.com/theatlanticgroup FAX: (202) 479-1188 MEDICAL CLINIC AMO PLANS PORTS 2 West Dixie Highway 2 West Dixie Highway Dania Beach, FL 33004 Dania Beach, FL 33004 PHILADELPHIA, PA 19113 (954) 927-5213 (800) 348-6515 2 International Plaza, Suite 422 FAX: (954) 929-1415 FAX: (954) 922-7539 Robert J. Kiefer, National Executive Vice President ([email protected]) LEGAL (800) 362-0513 ext. 4001 Mobile: (215) 859-1059 AMO Coast Guard Legal Aid Joel Glanstein, General Counsel FAX: (610) 521-1301 Program 437 Madison Ave Chris Holmes, Contract Analyst Michael Reny 35th Floor (cholmes@amo‐union.org) Mobile: (419) 346-1485 New York, NY 10022 (800) 362‐0513 ext. 4002 (419) 243-1105 / (888) 853-4662 (212) 370-5100 Mobile: (856) 693‐0694 [email protected] FAX: (212) 697-6299

U.S. Coast Guard revising Oil Record Book, providing guidance on continued use of 2007 Oil Record Book

The U.S. Coast Guard is revising the Oil Record Book to conform to the latest MAR- POL Annex I amendments. Regular monthly membership meetings for AMO will be The USCG has posted a draft of the Oil Record Book, but the draft version has not held during the week following the first Sunday of every been finalized: www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=USCG-2010-0194-0015. month at 1 p.m. local time. Meetings will be held on In the meantime, the USCG has issued a letter to vessel masters and chief engineers Monday at AMO National Headquarters (on Tuesday when regarding the continued use of the 2007 Oil Record Book: Monday is a contract holiday). The next meetings will take www.uscg.mil/hq/cgcvc/cvc/marpol/sdoc/ place on the following dates: Serial_756-Continued_use_of_the_2007_Oil_Record_Book-CG-4602A-Rev_01-07.pdf

Additional guidance is available on the U.S. Coast Guard website: AMO National Headquarters: November 3, December 8 www.uscg.mil/hq/cgcvc/cvc/marpol/sdoc/MEPC_1_Circ_736_rev_2.pdf. October 2014 American Maritime Officer • 11 AMO conducts informational meetings on the West Coast

AMO members participating in an informational meeting in Bremerton, Wash. in September included Third Assistant Engineer Kevin Best, Chief Engineer Jeff Donohue, First Assistant Engineer Tim Palange, Chief Engineer John Fleming AMO members working aboard the Cape Island participating in a shipboard and Chief Engineer David Catanzarite. With them is AMO National Assistant informational meeting in Tacoma, Wash. in September included Third Assistant Vice President Christian Spain. Engineer S.F. Williams, Chief Engineer Chris Baril and Second A.E. Morris Mickelson. With them is AMO National Vice President, Government Relations, Mike Murphy. M/V Marjorie C — captain, chief engineer

American Maritime Officers members working aboard Pasha Hawaii’s new AMO members working aboard the Cape Intrepid participating in a shipboard ship M/V Marjorie C in September included Chief Engineer Mats informational meeting in Tacoma, Wash. in September included Third Assistant Holmquist and Captain Greg Johnson. Meeting with them in Mississippi Engineer Nabil Ahmed, Second A.E. Chris Davis and First A.E. Joe Scuteri. With was AMO National Assistant Vice President David Weathers. them is AMO National Vice President, Government Relations, Mike Murphy. 12 • American Maritime Officer October 2014

Diego will be used in the Puerto Rico trade and are expected to enter the trade in late First LNG-powered containership in 2015 and early 2016 respectively. “This large slow speed (two-stroke) dual-fuel engine is the first of its kind in the the world receives ME-GI engine world,” noted Phil Morrell, Vice President of Commercial Marine Operations for The following article was released by TOTE Services, the division of TOTE that TOTE, Inc. American Maritime Officers is responsible for ship technical manage- will represent all licensed officers aboard ment and crewing. “Using this engine in our the Marlin Class containerships. new Marlin Class vessels will not only dras- San Diego, CA (September 15, 2014) tically reduce our SOx, NOx, particulate — Late last month, NASSCO engineers matter and greenhouse gas emissions as a placed the world’s first dual-fuel slow speed result of using liquefied natural gas, but it engine into the world’s first liquefied natur- will also improve our efficiency meaning al gas (LNG) powered containership. these ships will require less energy to travel The ME-GI engine represents the the same distance and help preserve the next generation of technology that will environment.” open the door to a cleaner and safer ship- “Landing the world’s first slow speed ping industry, particularly in the United dual-fuel engine on the lead Marlin Class States. Doosan Engine built the 8L70ME- ship signifies a shift into a new era of green C8.2GI under license from the designer ship technology. NASSCO is proud to part- MAN Diesel and Turbo. The engine ner with TOTE to construct these cutting weighs 539 tons. edge ships,” stated Parker Larson, Director TOTE Shipholdings, Inc., a sub- of Commercial Programs for General sidiary of TOTE, is the first company to use Dynamics NASSCO. these engines in their vessels. The two new Hull 495, the first of the two Marlin Marlin Class ships, being built by General Class vessels being built by NASSCO, will Dynamics NASSCO’s shipyard in San be completed in early 2015.

hundreds of jobs in our burgeoning blue- ble auxiliary engines and the ability to mitment of our customers, which facili- APT tech industry,” Mayor Faulconer said. “By accommodate future installation of an tated this fleet expansion through their adding these good-paying jobs, NASSCO LNG fuel-gas system. long-term charter support,” said Rob Continued from Page 1 expands its role as a pillar of San Diego’s The ECO-class tankers represent the Kurz, vice president of Kinder Morgan latest environmental protection features, defense and innovation economies.” continuation of NASSCO’s successful Terminals and president of KMP sub- including a Ballast Water Treatment The ships were designed by DSEC, a partnership with DSEC, which was a part- sidiary American Petroleum Tankers. System. subsidiary of Daewoo Shipbuilding & ner on the five APT State-class product “We look forward to taking delivery of The five-tanker APT contract, along Marine Engineering (DSME) of Busan, tankers and currently is contributing to these state-of-the-art vessels.” with NASSCO’s existing backlog, will South Korea, and will include improved two LNG-powered containerships for The new construction and operation sustain its current workforce of more than fuel efficiency through several features, TOTE Shipholdings, Inc. of the new vessels are aligned with the 3,000 and will add approximately 500 including a G-series MAN ME slow-speed “We are very pleased to get the Jones Act, which requires that ships carry- jobs at NASSCO. main engine and an optimized hull form. construction phase of this exciting pro- ing cargo between U.S. ports be built in “This is a great opportunity to create The tankers will also have dual-fuel-capa- ject underway and appreciate the com- U.S. shipyards.

AMO aboard the Coast Guard Maersk Carolina releases five

American Maritime Officers mem- more NVICs bers working aboard the Maersk Carolina in May, here in Houston, Texas, included Second Assistant related to Engineer Brett Udesen and Chief Engineer Tim Herlihy. With them are TECH Program Apprentice STCW 2010 Engineer Richard Kaser and AMO National Assistant Vice The U.S. Coast Guard has released President David Weathers. The five more Navigation and Vessel Inspection Maersk Carolina is operated in Circulars (NVICs) pertaining to the the Maritime Security Program agency’s implementation of STCW 2010. fleet by Maersk Line, Limited and STAR Center is analyzing the new is manned in all licensed posi- NVICs and will add appropriate information tions by AMO. regarding requirements expected to affect American Maritime Officers members to the STAR Center website in the near future. The STAR Center STCW page is located at: www.star-center.com/stcw2010.html. Crowley The NVICs bring the total number Continued from Page 7 released to 24. The U.S. Coast Guard is expected to release a total of 27 NVICs per- progress being made on these vessels and taining to STCW 2010. with the good working relationships we The most recent NVICs are: have developed with Aker.” •High-speed craft endorsements The new 50,000 dwt product tankers (NVIC 20-14) are based on a proven Hyundai Mipo •Security endorsements (NVIC 21- Dockyards (HMD) design which incorpo- 14) rates numerous fuel efficiency features, •Tank vessel endorsements (NVIC flexible cargo capability, and the latest reg- 22-14) ulatory requirements. The vessels will be •Electro-technical officer endorse- constructed with consideration for the use ments (NVIC 23-14) of LNG for propulsion in the future. When •Electro-technical rating endorse- completed, the vessel will be 600 feet long ments (NVIC 24-14) and be capable of carrying crude oil or The NVICs are available on the U.S. refined petroleum products. Delivery of the Coast Guard website at: www.uscg.mil/nmc/ new tankers is expected in 2015 and 2016. regulations/NVIC/NVIC_2014/nvic.asp.