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MARITIME BULLETIN News and Information from the Port of Hampton Roads Volume 74, No. 1, January 2010 Familar Faces in Virginia’s Capitol Gov. Bob McDonnell Sean Connaughton Thelma Drake Terrie Suit Bob McDonnell’s election as Virginia’s 71st Governor and his subsequent cabinet appointments places several faces familiar to the maritime industry in key roles in his administration. When Governor McDonnell was a member of the House of Delegates, representing Virginia Beach, he sought to increase his knowledge and exposure to the maritime industry. Through his actions in the General Assembly, and later as Attorney General, he consistently demonstrated support for the Port of Hampton Roads. He understands the Port is an economic engine for all of Virginia and positioned to become the premiere port on the East Coast. Virginia’s maritime industry is also poised to benefi t by playing an important role in achieving one of the Governor’s top priorities; making Virginia the “Energy Capitol of the East Coast.” Governor McDonnell’s appointment of Sean Connaughton to his cabinet as Secretary of Transportation came as welcome news to the Port community. Secretary Connaughton is no stranger to the maritime industry. He headed and improved the effectiveness and profi le of the U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) from 2006 to 2009. During his term as MARAD Administrator he often visited the Port and paid particular attention to the Port of Hampton Roads. His personal involvement helped bring to reality the container-on-barge service between Hampton Roads and Richmond. As the Secretary of Transportation, Connaughton brings a valuable understanding of the relationship between the Port and the rest of Virgnia’s transportation system. (Continued on Page 3) Published by the Virginia Maritime Association, Norfolk, Virginia email:[email protected] -- web site: www.VAMaritime.com VIRGINIA MARITIME ASSOCIATION Import Security Filing (ISF “10+2”) Offi cers Enforced Chairman of the Board Kip Hinkle President The Department of Homeland Security’s Customs and Border Capt. J. William Cofer Protections’ Importer Security Filing (ISF) rule, a.k.a. “10+2” rule, Vice Presidents became enforceable on January 26, 2010. The rule requires importers Joseph A. Dorto and carriers of ocean going cargo to submit additional data elements for Thomas W. Godfrey, Jr. Shirley G. Roebuck cargo entering the United States as part of the Security and Accountability for Every Port Act of 2006 (SAFE Port Act). Executive Vice President & Secretary Under the ISF rule, importers and maritime cargo carriers must Arthur W. Moye, Jr. submit additional cargo data to CBP 24 hours prior to vessel loading. Treasurer Importers are legally responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of their Judy M. Barrett ISF fi lings, regardless of whether a customs broker or other intermediary does the actual fi ling. Assistant Treasurer Stephen M. Carmel Imports have to report 10 data elements on each ISF, including information that identifi es the manufacturer, supplier, seller, buyer and Staff consignee; the country of origin and tariff classifi cation number; where Vice President and by whom the goods were stuffed into the container; and the party David C. White responsbile for compliance with applicable import requirements. CBP’s Executive Assistant goal is to have all data elements fi led 24 hours prior to lading, but it has to Executive Vice President Janice S. Klasek allowed for some fl exibility either in timing or interpretation of six Accounting of the data elements. Kristie A. Acors The ISF rule took effect on January 26, 2009, but was not being Jennifer N. Parham enforced, allowing entities affected by this rule a year to be properly Shipdesk Clerk trained on the fi ling process. There have been many obstacles in ISF Lynne H. Stonum implementation. Membership/Publication Importers will be subject to fi nes of $5,000 each time an IFS fi ling is Coordinator/Editor late or inaccurate. Importers could face maxium penalties of $10,000 Susan N. Wisniewski on one shipment if they are late and have erroneous data. Mitigating Anchor Members circumstances include evidence of progress in the implentation of the Branscome, Inc. ISF requirement during the fl exible enforcement period (January 26, Maersk Line Limited 2009 through January 26, 2010). McAllister Towing of Virginia TowneBank Virginia International Terminals New Member Virginia Pilot Association Virginia Port Authority Owner Operators Coalition of Virginia (OOCVA) Trade Association MARITIME BULLETIN is published PO Box 15779 12 times a year by Newport News, VA 23608 Virginia Maritime Association. Mr. Paul M. Yurkovac, Public Relations, Project Coordinator Subscriptions are available through membership in the Association 757-310-8090 e-mail: [email protected] website: www.oocva.org Recipient of Presidential “E” and IN THIS ISSUE “E Star” Awards for Excellence in Export Service 1. Cover Page 4. Port Statistics5. VMA Highlights Recipient of ASAE Communication 2. ISF 10+2/New Member 5. VMA Highlights Excellence & Honorable Mention 3. Maritime News 7. Club Contact/Upcoming Events Award 2 Maritime News Familar Faces in Virginia’s Capitol Continued from cover Thelma Drake, another face familiar to the Port community, will lead the Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT), working closely with Secretary Connaughton. During Ms. Drake’s terms as a member of Congress, and previously as a member of Virginia’s House of Delegates, she advanced legislation and supported projects benefi cial to the Port and Virginia’s maritime industry. Rail connections are a critical component to the success of the Port and as the head of the DRPT Ms. Drake will represent the state’s interests in interstate and national rail issues. Governor McDonnell selected her for her knowledge of state and federal transportation issues. Terrie Suit has been appointed to Governor McDonnell’s cabinet as the Assistant to the Governor for Commonwealth Preparedness. Ms. Suit represented Virginia Beach for nearly a decade in Virginia’s House of Delegates. During that time she regularly participated in maritime activities and consistently demonstrated support for the Port of Hampton Roads. In 2008, Ms. Suit resigned from the House of Delegates to become Director of Government Affairs for Willams Mullen and remained in close contact with the VMA. Ms. Suit’s understanding of the maritime industry will be valuable in the Offi ce of Commonwealth Preparedness’ handling of issues of importance to the Port; such as Port Security and Hurricane Response and Recovery. For Virginia’s maritime industry, Governor McDonnell and his appointees are welcome additions to the Executive Branch of Virginia government. The VMA looks forward to continuing to work with these extremely capable people in their new roles leading Virginia. Committee Updates International Trade Symposium Committee Discussions held in the December meetings of the International Trade Symposium Committee were focused on topic development. The committee also discussed changes to the marketing plan, registration fees, and sponsorship packages. VMA’s International Trade Symposium and 90th Annual Maritime Banquet are scheduled for May 13, 2010. Inland Transportation Committee The emphasis of the December 2 meeting of the Inland Transportation Committee was the local procedures and preparedness for implementation of the Final Rule regarding Intermodal Equipment Providers and for Motor Carriers and Drivers Operating Intermodal Equipment which places new requirements on drivers, motor carriers, and intermodal equipment providers. The committee also received updates from VIT and APM regarding terminal operations and the recently imposed schedule for drawbridge openings at the Berkley Bridge. Berkley Bridge Ad-hoc Committee The Berkley Bridge Ad-hoc Committee continued to meet in December to assess the impacts and make recommendations regarding new restrictions on the drawbridge operations at the Berkley Bridge. The new restrictions limit daytime bridge lifts for transiting vessels to 9:00a.m., 11:00a.m., 1:00p.m., and 2:30p.m. The committee obtained data and information to support a position taken by VMA calling for the inclusion of certain bridge lift operating procedures needed to meet the reasonable needs of navigation. 3 Vessels by Dec-09 YTD-09 Dec-08 YTD-08 Type Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Arrive Sail Distribution of Coal Dumpings at Hampton Roads BULK (in net tons of 2,000 lbs.) AMERICAN 00110012 Dec-2009 12 month 2009 Dec-2008 12 month 2008 FOREIGN 15 18 149 151 15 14 201 192 Total Hampton Roads 3,015,781 33,455,730 2,355,517 42,299,494 TOTAL 15 18 150 152 15 14 202 194 NS 1,341,671 14,437,350 797,291 18,895,304 Pier IX 628,580 7,969,490 739,301 9,693,327 COAL DTA 1,045,530 11,048,890 818,925 13,710,863 AMERICAN 3 3 32 33 2 2 18 19 FOREIGN 49 40 442 430 28 28 460 469 Export Cargo - H. Rds. 2,781,409 28,324,311 1,955,781 36,559,273 TOTAL 52 43 474 463 30 30 478 488 NS 1,287,903 13,757,514 698,184 17,392,620 Pier IX 588,016 7,252,808 718,883 9,458,117 COMBO DTA 905,490 7,313,988 538,715 9,708,537 AMERICAN 00000000 FOREIGN 4 4 60 61 6 6 72 72 Coastwise & Other - H.R 234,372 5,131,419 399,736 5,740,221 TOTAL 4 4 60 61 6 6 72 72 NS 53,768 679,836 99,107 1,502,684 Pier IX 40,564 716,681 20,418 235,210 CONTAINER DTA 140,040 3,734,902 280,211 4,002,327 AMERICAN 22 19 222 218 17 17 182 181 Source: Hampton Roads Coal Piers FOREIGN 112 109 1450 1440 127 127 1618 1621 TOTAL 134 128 1672 1658 144 144 1800 1802 Port of Hampton Roads TEU's GENERAL (Twenty Foot Equivalent Units) AMERICAN 11680056 Nov-2009 11 month 2009 Nov-2008 11 month 2008 FOREIGN 8 8 71 69 12 12 80 76 Hampton Roads 154,577 1,597,029 172,347 1,932,343 TOTAL 9 9 77 77 12 12 85 82 Source: Virginia Port Authority OTHER AMERICAN 0 1 22 26 1 1 14 11 FOREIGN 2 3 26 25 1 1 32 30 Customs Receipts - Virginia Customs District TOTAL 2 4 48 51 2 2 46 41 Nov-2009 11 month 2009 Nov-2008 11 month 2008 Hampton Roads $50,865,899 $551,348,116 50,850,439 $601,280,308 RORO Other VA $1,621,185 $23,858,381 3,209,836 $51,230,388 AMERICAN 00450066 FOREIGN 4 3 64 63 5 6 65 72 Total $52,487,083 $575,206,497 $54,060,275 $652,510,696 TOTAL 4 3 68 68 5 6 71 78 Source: U.S.