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ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED May/June 2005 http://www.maritimedelriv.com  [email protected] CBP Rulemaking Perplexes Some Carriers Bill Harrison’s On April 7, the U.S. Bureau which was developed in imme- Though the requirement of Customs and Border diate response to the events of for electronic reporting of this Legacy to the Port Protection published a rule 9/11. information has long been which, among other require- “We applaud the fact that anticipated, the ultimate form Recalled ments, mandates the use of CBP and Coast Guard have it would take remained electronic reporting systems to worked together to streamline unknown. As a result, many submit crew and passenger certain data reporting through carriers have been unable to manifest. The rule offers two a single portal,” said Exchange do much in the way of options: air and passenger Vice President Lisa Himber, advance planning. And acc- vessel carriers, which for the “and we encourage these agen- ording to Terminal Shipping most part have long since auto- cies to continue along this line. President Rob Herb, the 60- mated crew and passenger However, as is often the case day implementation period manifesting, can utilize the when federal agencies imple- provides insufficient time to Advance Passenger Infor- ment new automated reporting determine the most efficient mation System, or APIS. systems, the new requirements reporting process or to address Carriers may also transmit this require a dramatic change in many of the questions which data through the Coast Guard business practice for the tradi- have arisen since publication electronic Notice of Arrival/ tionally less automated bulk of the rule. Departure system (eNOA/D), and breakbulk trades.” continued on page 9 William A. Harrison, who served as president of the Maritime Exchange Holds Spring Mixer on the Waterfront Exchange from 1967 until his retirement in 1994, passed away on April 9, 2005. During his tenure at the Exchange, Bill Harrison was involved in every major issue that affected ports along the and Bay. Whether it was the proposal to deepen the Delaware River main channel to 45 feet or adequate rail service for terminal operators, Bill was a consistently strong and effective voice with policy makers from Philadelphia City Hall to Washington, D.C., according to Exchange President Dennis Rochford. At Bill’s memorial service, long-time friend and colleague Bill Anderson, President of General Marine Refrigeration, spoke to his active role with so many port organizations involved with promot- ing trade and commerce on the Delaware River. “Bill Harrison was respected by all parties -- management and labor, govern- ment and private sector,” Anderson said. “If you had a problem or The Maritime Exchange Spring Mixer held in May provided members with an informal setting to network and blow situation that needed to be addressed, he was the guy to see . . . off a little steam. The mixer, co-sponsored by General Marine Industrial Services, Mattioni, Ltd., the Pilots’ and this is why he was asked to serve in so many leadership posi- Association for the Bay and River Delaware, and Western Fumigation was held on the waterfront in Essington, tions with various port and regional organizations and associa- Pennsylvania and was attended by about 60 people. tions.” Among the organizations, Anderson cited the Mariners’ Advisory Committee for the Delaware River and Bay, the Joint Executive Committee for the Improvement and Development of NMSAC Completes 30-day Task the Philadelphia Port Area, the Belt Line Railroad, the National Association of Maritime Organizations, the Ports of Philadelphia Credentialing Work Group Recommendations Adopted May 6 Maritime Society and the Vessel Owners and Captains Association. Sworn in at the March inaugural meeting of based on twelve specific components of the pro- Those associated with the Maritime Exchange during the time the National Maritime Security Advisory gram. NMSAC members responded to the chal- Harrison served as president remembered the challenges facing Committee, members agreed to take on a full lenge by creating a Credentialing Working Group the maritime industry and the opportunities the port community range of issues associated with implementing which was tasked to complete its work by April 30. was able to translate into progress. policies designed to enhance the homeland securi- In 1977 when the Delaware River froze and all but brought ty and improve communications between govern- continued on page 10 commerce to a halt, the Maritime Exchange, along with the Pilots’ ment and industry while at the same time protect Association for the Delaware River and Bay and the Mariner’s and promote efficient flow of goods and people Advisory Committee, worked closely with the U.S. Coast Guard across marine terminals throughout the country. and the regional Congressional delegation to find immediate fund- Although only in its infancy, the NMSAC has ing to expand the number of ice buoys deployed to mark the already completed a great deal of work. Foremost boundaries of the main ship channel. “This was a critical time for among the challenges to be addressed by the the oil refineries along the Delaware River, and Bill Harrison Department of Homeland Security is the imple- played a crucial role in helping to keep the river open to commer- mentation of the Transportation Worker cial shipping,” said Jack Galloway, former Vice Chairman of the Identification Credential. Although the Trans- Maritime Exchange and oil company official. He added that “the portation Security Administration has the lead on major petroleum companies had recently initiated ‘just-in-time’ this effort, the agency is working closely with the inventory management programs, the effect of which reduced U.S. Coast Guard to develop rules which will gov- average inventory levels of crude oil at refineries from about two weeks to just several days . . . so any disruption in the schedules ern the deployment and usage of a national TWIC. of oil tankers moving up the Delaware River would have created To that end, the Coast Guard requested that NMSAC develop a series of recommendations continued on page 11 The Beacon 2 May/June, 2005

Bill Harrison: A Dedicated Leader

career, he was the ‘Go-To Guy’ in the port of 14 port authority systems around the coun- community when issues came up that required try on the Customs AMS. Through this sys- a unified effort. One of the reasons Bill found tem today, the Exchange continues to provide himself in this position was because he was this service for Delaware River port customers respected as a man of impeccable integrity – at no charge. not everyone agreed with him on every issue, What didn’t change during the time that but everyone knew exactly where he stood. Bill was president was his commitment to be During his tenure as president, Bill often an advocate for those projects and policies he Bill Harrison served our port for 27 years functioned as the bridge between the past and viewed as critical to the success of the port. with great integrity and distinction. After the the future. He had the opportunity to work There was no greater champion of the Maritime Exchange was chartered in 1875, with those who were doing business in our Delaware River 45’ Main Channel Deepening Bill was only the sixth president; prior to his port at the close of World War II, as well as Project than Bill Harrison. When port unifica- tenure, the only person to serve longer in this with the new generation of business leaders tion was a contentious issue, he brought peo- position was E.R. Sharwood (1877 to 1917). who were coming on the scene toward the turn ple together to find common ground. And as a of the 21st century. founding member of the National Association During the quarter of a century Bill led the of Maritime Organizations (NAMO), Bill and As the times changed, Bill made sure that Exchange, dramatic changes were taking place his colleagues from around the country went the Maritime Exchange changed as well. The in the maritime industry, and as a result, with- to Washington, D.C. to successfully oppose Exchange and the Pilots’ Association, in a col- in the Exchange itself. Containerization the effort to increase the Harbor Maintenance laborative effort, renovated the existing ship changed the face of the Delaware River ports Trust Fund tax. in the early 1970s, new technologies to com- reporting tower in Lewes, Delaware into a municate vessel and cargo information came state-of-the-art high-tech vessel information As we celebrate the 130th anniversary of on line in the 1980s and competition between center that today serves the commercial, regu- the Maritime Exchange, we can say with cer- our regional port and other North and South latory and security interests of our regional tainty that Bill Harrison, as one of the seven Atlantic ports intensified as we entered the port complex. individuals to have led this organization, hon- ored its tradition of service to our regional port 1990s. It was Bill Harrison, working with the port while building a foundation upon which to business community, who realized the U.S. In many respects, the Maritime Exchange enhance the services we provide in the future. was in the middle of these and many other Customs Service initiative in the 1986 to allow issues that directly affected the viability and shippers to clear cargo through the Automated competitiveness of our port. And Bill Manifest System was a project that would Harrison, supported by a strong board of require a regional response. By 1989, the directors, was in the thick of it. As noted in Maritime Exchange had developed the the accompanying article that highlights Bill’s TRACS system, and had been certified as one May/June, 2005 The Beacon 3 DSPC Signs a Five-Year Agreement with Pacific Delaware The Diamond State Port Corp (DSPC) and Chile and in Wilmington, constructed a 130,000 throughout eastern half of the U.S. and Canada. Pacific Delaware, Inc. (PDI) have signed a new square foot refrigerated warehouse in 1999, and “We are extremely pleased to extend our five-year agreement with a two-year extension now dedicates over 500,000 square feet of its agreement and business relationship with the option for the storage and distribution of refrigerated and dry warehouse space to the Port of Wilmington,” said President of Pacific Chilean fruit imports through the Delaware, Inc., John S. Chagin. Port of Wilmington. PDI is a U.S. “The port, Murphy Marine Services, corporation whose main customer, our cargo stevedore, and Royal Swordfish Shipping, Inc., is repre- Fumigation, which ensures our fruit sented in Chile by Pacific meets all USDA requirements Seaways, a Chilean corporation before reaching the market, are the that provides shipping services for best logistics team in the trade and Chilean fruit exporters. This con- have been instrumental in our mar- tract, which runs through the year ket share growth.” 2010 and perhaps beyond, will enable the port to maintain its “I value greatly this unique rela- leadership position in this very tionship we have with our Chilean important regional trade. friends and appreciate this long- term extension of our partnership Pacific Delaware and Pacific with PDI, Pacific Seaways and its Seaways have been customers of stake holders in this trade,” the port since 1994. Since then, remarked DSPC Executive Director, their business volume has Gene Bailey. “We are very proud of increased steadily from four mil- (l-r) Pacific Delaware, Inc. President John Chagin, DSPC Executive Director Gene our mutual success in bringing lion boxes up to the current level R. Bailey, Pacific Seaways Executive Director Francisco Labarca, DSPC Chairman Chilean fruit to market. This busi- of about 14 million boxes. Each and Secretary of Transportation Nathan Hayward, III, Consul General of Chile Jose ness supports many good paying Luis Morales-Molyneux, and Royal Fumigation President Roy Richardson. year in early December, grapes, jobs in Delaware, creates a strong plums, nectarines, peaches, and Pacific Seaways program. This new agreement regional economic impact and cherries begin arriving in Wilmington in spe- enables the Port of Wilmington to contribute in cially constructed refrigerated ships. This pro- provides PDI additional warehouse space to foster its continued growth. a small way to a healthier life style for North gram peaks in March and April and often American consumers.” extends through the early summer months when Chilean fruit business supports 700 direct, the apples and pears finish out the season. indirect and induced jobs, and generates $2.1 To properly handle this cargo growth, the million in tax revenue for the State of Delaware port developed a web-based cargo loading and and the region. From Wilmington, Chilean fruit inventory management program used both in is distributed to supermarkets and retail outlets

NOAA Makes Charting Data Available Through Web Portal In response to high public support many applications, including demand, the National Oceanographic navigating in the nation’s waters, fish and Atmospheric Administration cre- habitat mapping, emergency plan- ated a more user-friendly approach to ning, homeland security and ocean accessing and viewing NOAA elec- jurisdictional mapping. However, tronic navigational charts (ENCs) for the international standard for naviga- non-navigational purposes. A com- tion data, in which the NOAA ENCs plement to these charts, the NOAA are encoded, is incompatible with ENC Direct to GIS (geographic virtually all widely used GIS. information systems) web portal pro- As a result, NOAA received vides comprehensive access to avail- numerous public requests from GIS able ENC data in a variety of for- users who were interested accessing mats, allowing everyone the opportu- and viewing ENCs. Until the cre- nity to view and use the data. ation of ENC Direct, GIS users had Developed by the NOAA Office to buy expensive translation software of Coast Survey, ENC Direct allows or use ENC conversion utilities that anyone to view NOAA ENC data only worked with one particular using an Internet browser from any- company’s GIS software if they where in the world. For the first wanted to benefit from NOAA ENCs. time, the public can display data, ENC Direct represents an impor- zoom in and out, turn features on and tant new service to the GIS commu- off, query the features for more infor- nity and the public. The web portal mation, and most importantly down- supports the Geospatial One Stop load data in a variety of GIS friendly project, a Presidential Government- formats. The downloaded data can to-Government initiative focusing on be formatted for virtually all com- sharing and integrating federal, state, mercially available GIS systems and local and tribal data, and enables used for important national issues more effective management of gov- such as coastal zone management. ernment business. Since their inception in 2001, more than four million NOAA ENCs For additional information visit have been downloaded, mostly by http://nauticalcharts.noaa.gov/csdl/c professionals in the maritime indus- tp/encdirect_new.htm. try who use the electronic charts to The Beacon 4 May/June, 2005 Exchanges Releases TRACS System Enhancements As the regional community- comes more intense – increasing In May, the Maritime Exchange The new features further simpli- based manifest reporting system numbers of port business operators released several new enhance- fy the usage of the TRACS system, which provides a means for oceans look to the Exchange as a single ments to the TRACS system. and the Exchange encourages sys- carriers to meet Customs data source for their information needs. These enhancements were devel- tem users to continue to submit reporting requirements, TRACS is In keeping with the philosophy oped at the request of TRACS par- suggestions for additional enhance- an integral part of the Exchange’s adopted when TRACS was first ticipants and include indicators for ments. comprehensive Maritime On-Line designed by a working group of authorization of in-bond shipments For information on TRACS, (MOL) maritime system. As new data users and data providers, the and Foreign Remaining on Board vessel schedules and reports, or and amended federal requirements Exchange continues to improve the (FROB) cargo, inclusion of the other MOL programs, please con- emerge – and as competition in the system in response to the needs country for foreign ports and mod- tact the Operations staff at ocean transportation industry be- and requests of its participants. ifications to several reports. [email protected] or 215- 925-1524. NATIONAL Honoring Unsung Heroes MARITIME DAY Dedication of World War II Merchant Marine Memorial Held in Camden, NJ MAY 22, 2005 Veterans of the U.S. Merchant Marine, Following is an extract of the Presidential Procla- together with leaders of the maritime indus- mation recognizing the U.S. Merchant Marine. try and cadets from Kings Point and the state maritime academies, will converge on America’s merchant mariners make our nation the Delaware River waterfront on Saturday, more secure and our economy stronger. Through- June 11 for a day of remembrance, out our history, they have promoted commerce and anchored by the dedication of the Delaware protected our freedom. On National Maritime Day, Valley’s first monument to the veterans of we honor the dedicated service of the United States the U.S. Merchant Marine. A parade of tug- Merchant Marine. boats and tributes by regional and national Each year, the men and women of the U.S. mar- leaders will highlight the dedication cere- itime transportation system move more than two bil- mony. lion tons of cargo along our waterways and across A twelve-ton, thirteen foot-tall bronze the open seas. propeller is the striking visual centerpiece of Merchant mariners have also served in every conflict in our Nation’s history. These brave men the monument, which occupies a waterfront and women demonstrate courage, love of country, location, just north of the Battleship U.S.S. and devotion to duty, and we especially honor those New Jersey. Shipyards in Camden, Phila- The keynote speaker for the Merchant Marine who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of delphia and elsewhere in the region pro- Memorial dedication ceremony, John Pickavance, our nation. The United States is safer and the duced 335 of the merchant ships used dur- Rear Admiral, U.S. Navy (retired), is vice president and deputy program manager, Florida Operations, world is more peaceful because of the work of our ing WW II. Of nearly a quarter-million mer- for United Space Alliance (USA). merchant mariners, and we are grateful for their chant mariners who served in the Second service. World War, about 9,500 died aboard the with the dedication. The John Brown will be NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, 865 merchant ships sunk by enemy fire. President of the United States of America, do here- docked at Penn’s Landing in Philadelphia, At the dedication will be keynote speak- by proclaim May 22, 2005, as National Maritime directly across from the Memorial site and Day. I call upon the people of the United States to er John Pickavance, Rear Admiral, U.S. will be open for tours from Wednesday, celebrate this observance and to display the flag of Navy (retired), Vice Admiral Joseph June 8 through Sunday, June 12, 2005, the United States at their homes and in their com- Stewart, Superintendent of the U.S. 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. A wreath laying cer- munities. I also request that all ships sailing under Merchant Marine Academy, U.S. Senator emony will be held on the fantail of the John the American flag dress ship on that day. John Corzine, U.S. Congressmen James Brown on Sunday, June 12. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set Saxton and Rob Andrews, Camden County The Texas A&M Maritime Academy train- my hand this nineteenth day of May, in the year of Clerk James Beech and the Freeholders of ing vessel, Texas Clipper, and 118 cadets our Lord two thousand five, and of the Camden County. New Jersey Governor from the Academy, will also be on hand in Independence of the United States of America the Richard Codey and Pennsylvania Governor Philadelphia for the dedication. The Texas two hundred and twenty ninth. Edward Rendell have also been invited to Clipper will be docked at Penn’s Landing in GEORGE W. BUSH attend. Philadelphia and open to the public for May 19, 2005 America’s oldest surviving Liberty Ship, tours on Friday, June 9 from 10:00 am to the John W. Brown will visit the Port of 4:00 pm and on Sunday, June 12th from Philadelphia for five days in conjunction 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. May/June, 2005 The Beacon 5 Kvaerner Philadelphia Shipyard Signs $1 Billion Tanker Deal

Former President Bill Clinton Delivers Keynote Remarks At Shipyard

The team that rescued Kvaerner’s vessels.) Its fleet totals 99 and with Philadelphia Shipyard (KPSI) from this charter, it would be doubling the closure in 2001 announced a $1 bil- size of its Jones Act fleet. lion, 10 double-hulled tanker deal and  News that the turnaround initiat- the formation of a new wholly-owned, ed in December 2001, under U.S.-based subsidiary that will charter Kvaerner’s new management headed the ships in the growing Jones Act by Mr. Røkke, is succeeding. He domestic shipping market. The ships rebuked previous management plans will be chartered for at least five years to close the yard and focused signifi- at a cost of more than $500 million cant energy and resources on building after delivery to Overseas Shiphold- a stable future supported by steadily ing Group, Inc. for service in the increasing efficiency and productivity, Jones Act domestic shipping market. KPSI recently declared its first annual In April, Former President Bill Clinton was joined by other distinguished guests, A ceremonial contract-signing was profit for calendar year 2004. such as U.S. Representative Curt Weldon, Pennsylvania Governor Edward Rendell, held in the heart of the shipyard along “I am proud to be able to show and Philadelphia Mayor John Street, at the Kvaerner Philadelphia Shipyard signing the Delaware River in April. how well the people at the yard have ceremony. In May, Kvaerner Philadelphia Shipyard, Inc. delivered on budget and Attending the event were more than stood up to the challenge of turning ahead of schedule the M/V Manulani, a CV2600 Philadelphia Class container ship, 1,000 workers, customers, suppliers, this Navy yard into the most competi- to Matson Navigation Company, Inc., the third vessel to be built at Kvaerner. and friends of the yard, including for- tive yard in the Jones Act market”, mer President Bill Clinton, who Røkke said. “Based on the foundation signed into law the 1993 National of bold political decisions in the Shipbuilding Initiative that helped a 1990s, a committed work force now struggling American maritime indus- produces great ships, built efficiently try through streamlining regulations and with love and care.” and a $220 million new technology Pennsylvania Governor Rendell, support package. who as Mayor of Philadelphia helped “I never lost faith in the American attract Kvaerner to the city and forged shipbuilding industry and neither did a landmark public-private economic so many of our public servants, work- development partnership said, ers and private businesses,” said “Thousands of jobs have been created President Clinton. “I salute the men and are continuing to be created and women of Kvaerner Philadelphia through our joint efforts . . . Kvaerner Shipyard for showing all of us once Philadelphia stands as a model to the again that it is possible to achieve rest of America of how to transform a great things even in the face of seem- former military base into a successful ingly impossible odds. Today’s major employer and economic engine announcement is good news for the that benefits not just one region, but workers here, for America’s maritime an entire nation.” industry and for the environment.” David Meehan, Kvaerner Phila- At the event there were several delphia’s CEO, said, “This is a proud major positive announcements for the moment for us, a company that is region and America’s commercial building the highest quality ships our shipbuilding industry, including: nation’s maritime economy depends  Kick off of a new, five-year, 10- on.” He stated that while performance ship (plus an option for two addition- and productivity are continually al vessels), $1 billion Product Tanker improving, the KPSI team recognizes Program, believed to be the largest of they are in a fiercely competitive mar- its kind in American commercial ship- ket place. “In this business you are building. only as good as the next ship you  Formation of ASC (American build so we strive for continuous Shipping, Inc.) as part of Kvaerner improvement in every area, from pro- ASA, which will in turn own KPSI ductivity to profitability.” and charter the new tankers to domes- Meehan also noted that the new tic customers, including major oil and fleet of tankers meets the internation- chemical producers and suppliers. al standards for double-hulled tankers ASC’s first new customer, pending which must be in service by 2015, the approval of both company boards replacing an aging fleet of single- of directors, is OSG, the second hulled tankers. largest publicly listed tanker owner in the world (measured by number of Reminder: NonTank Vessel Response Plans Due August 8

The Coast Guard and Marine the Coast Guard by August 8 and Transportation Act signed in are required for operation on U.S. August of last year requires the navigable waters. preparation of submission of oil The Coast Guard issued response plans for all self-pro- Guidance in February (NVIC 01- pelled vessels of 400GT or greater, 05) for preparation of the plans. A other than tank vessels, that carry copy of the NVIC has been posted oil of any kind as fuel for main to the Exchange web site at propulsion. These vessels re- www.maritimedelriv.com. sponse plans must be submitted to The Beacon 6 May/June, 2005 DRPA Cruise Terminal Master Plan Receives Grant The Delaware River Port Authority recently Philadelphia’s market position in comparison to region who enjoy the luxury of starting their announced that it has been awarded a $75,000 its major competitors, Baltimore and New York, vacations close to home, but also the local busi- grant from the U.S. Economic Development as well as Boston and Norfolk. The Master Plan nesses that help service the cruise industry. Most Administration (EDA) to partially fund a Master will also address options for expanding or re- especially, the growth has benefited the local Plan for the Philadelphia Cruise Terminal at Pier locating the cruise terminal to attract larger ships men and women whose jobs depend on the cruis- 1, located at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. The and more cruises. Final results are expected in es that call on Philadelphia,” said John J. EDA is a division of the U.S. Department of mid-June. Matheussen, DRPA Chief Executive Officer, Commerce. The Master Plan comes at a time when the who noted that in 2005, the cruise terminal is DRPA has commissioned the architecture/ Philadelphia Cruise Terminal is hosting its expected to generate 358 full-time equivalent engineering firm of Bermello, Ajamil & busiest year yet, with 32 cruises set to depart jobs for local residents. Partners, Inc. of Miami to conduct a Master Plan between April and October. Philadelphia is well- Since opening the Philadelphia Cruise for the Philadelphia Cruise Terminal at a total positioned to capture more ship deployments Terminal at Pier 1 in 1998, DRPA has invested cost of $145,000. The Master Plan will include from major cruise lines thanks to the overall $15 million in improvements to the facility. In an assessment of the cruise industry globally and rapid growth of the cruise industry over the last the last three years, the number of cruises and Philadelphia’s potential for capturing an 10 years. Philadelphia also benefits from indus- cruise passengers has grown tremendously as increased share of the industry growth. try trends such as “home porting,” which cruising from Philadelphia has gained popularity. Specifically, the consultants will examine involves positioning ships close to large popula- In 2003, more than 50,000 passengers passed tion centers, eliminating through the cruise terminal. Last year, the num- the need to fly to a cruise ber of cruise passengers totaled nearly 65,000. ® port. This year, the cruise terminal will see more than Dredging Worldwide . . . and Local “We have seen tre- 92,450 passengers departing for destinations mendous growth in re- such as Bermuda, the Caribbean and cent years. This growth Canada/New England aboard cruises offered by has benefited not only Norwegian Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises and the residents of our Royal Caribbean Cruise Line.

The American hopper dredge fleet’s newest vessel, our 6,450-yd 3 Liberty Island

e take pride in our ability to meet our customers’ needs. Our successes with even the most complicated projects have made us the largest dredging In Memoriam Wcompany in the U.S. and one of the largest in the world. Throughout our 115-year history, we have been involved in dredging projects of every kind worldwide, SALVATORE CANDELARIA not only in America but also in Africa, the Middle East, the Far East and throughout Latin America. We’ve also been involved in the Philadelphia/Delaware River region, July 16, 1959 – May 10, 2005 where we have undertaken numerous capital and maintenance dredging projects, and look forward to the planned Delaware River Main Channel Deepening Project. It is with deep regret that the Exchange reports the passing of Mr. Salvatore Candelaria, Although our fleet features a variety of dredging tools, we take particular pride in our President of International Longshoremen’s hopper dredges. In the 1970s, GLDD responded to a challenge from the Corps of Association Local 1291. Sal, as his colleagues Engineers to provide cost-effective private hopper dredging services. Within a few years, we had developed a fleet that allowed the Corps to retire (or reduce the use of) their own and friends in the maritime community knew more expensive dredges. Today we deploy eight hopper dredges to handle a variety of him, worked his way up from the holds of ves- dredging applications from maintenance and deepening of ports and waterways to beach sels to president of the largest ILA Local in the replenishment and emergency services. The newest member of our hopper dredging Delaware River region. fleet, shown above, was launched in 2002. Under his reign as president, the Local saw unprecedented growth and prosperity. In large We continue to work closely with our clients — port authorities, the Corps of Engineers, part due to his leadership ability and dedication to his members, the ILA was able and private companies — to make best use of their dredging dollars. We respond to to negotiate a new 6-year local contract that provides for wage and benefit increas- emergencies, but also assure that dredging projects are undertaken in the most cost-effec- tive means possible: efficiently, safely, and with environmental sensitivity. We are proud es along with some gains in work rules to better the quality of life for the average to be part of the maritime community of the Delaware River Basin, and we look for- longshoreman. In addition to leading the largest ILA local in the Delaware River, ward to being of service in the future. Sal also served on various port organizations, giving of his free time to represent the interests of all the ILA Locals in the Philadelphia/Wilmington ILA District Great Lakes 2122 York Road Council. In recognition of his dedication to this industry and the people involved Dredge & Dock Oak Brook, Illinois 60523 in it, the Seamen’s Church Institute honored Sal on March 10, 2005 by bestowing Company +630 574 3000 - voice upon him the prestigious Spirit of the Port Award. As a testament to Sal and his family, this award ceremony had the largest attendance in the 15-year history of fax +630.574.2919 ♦ email [email protected] ♦ website www.gldd.com founded 1890 ♦ an equal opportunity employer the award. certified ISO 9001:2000 for international operations His dedication to this industry will be sorely missed. Goodbye friend! May/June, 2005 The Beacon 7

Delaware River Port Community Welcomes New USCG Captain tion of hazardous materials includ- marine safety duties at Marine Michigan University, and a Master ing LNG; and the treatment and Safety Office, Honolulu, and of Marine Affairs degree from the management of ships’ ballast water. Marine Inspection Office, New University of Rhode Island. Capt. He is the Executive Director for the Orleans. Previous staff assignments Scott is married to the former Nellie Coast Guard’s Towing Safety included USCG Headquarters Lam of New Orleans. Advisory and Merchant Marine Merchant Vessel Inspection Div- On behalf of the maritime com- Personnel Advisory Committees and ision where he specialized in Trans- munity, the Exchange welcomes heads the United States delegation Alaska Pipeline Service tank ship Capt. Scott back to our region and to the International Maritime safety issues, and the Eighth Coast looks forward to continuing the Organization’s Subcommittee on Guard District’s Marine Safety strong relationship that has been Standards of Training and Watch- Division, New Orleans, where he fostered between the Coast Guard keeping. dealt extensively with the offshore and the local port industry over the Capt. Scott has served in a vari- oil and gas industry. years. ety of field and staff assignments in He received his commission as We also extend our sincere the Marine Safety, Security and an Ensign in 1979 after graduating thanks to Capt. Sarubbi for his Environmental Protection Program, from the University of Mass- strong leadership and his tireless including most recently as the Chief achusetts at Amherst. Capt. Scott efforts to keep our river safe and of the Port Security Directorate’s also holds an MBA from Central productive. The Exchange is pleased to wel- Port and Cargo Security Division, come USCG Captain David L. Scott where he was instrumental in devel- back to the tri-state maritime com- oping the Coast Guard’s regulations munity. Captain Scott, who relieves and policies for Area Maritime Captain Jonathan D. Sarubbi as Security Plans and Committees and Coast Guard Commanding Officer, Outer Continental Shelf activities served our port as Chief of Vessel security. From 1999 to 2002 Capt. Inspections prior to his tour in Ohio. Scott was the Commanding Officer, Capt. Scott was assigned as Marine Safety Office, Toledo, Ohio. Chief of the Office of Operating and Other important field assignments Environmental Standards in October included: Chief, Vessel Inspection 2003. In this position he led a 45 Department, Marine Safety person staff responsible for develop- Office/Group Philadelphia where he ing standards for: U.S. maritime oversaw the safe operation of tank personnel qualifications and profes- ships in the nation’s second largest sional certification, Outer Con- oil import port; USCG Resident tinental Shelf platforms, mobile off- Inspector in Singapore, Resident shore drilling rigs and LNG deep- Inspector in Japan, and general water ports, the marine transporta- The Beacon 8 May/June, 2005

APHIS, Industry Prepare for New Wood Packaging Material Requirements

In September of last year, the Animal and Plant without further requirements. Such wood packag- Regulated Wood Packaging Material: These Health Inspection Service (APHIS) issued a Final ing material includes dunnage, but excludes guidelines are for coniferous and non-coniferous Rule amending the regulations for the importation processed wood packaging material. raw wood packaging material that may serve as a of un-manufactured wood articles which goes into Procedures to verify that an approved measure pathway for plant pests posing a threat mainly to effect September 15th of 2005. Adopting to an has been applied, including the application of a living trees. They cover wood packaging material international standard entitled, “Guidelines for globally recognized mark, should be in place in such as pallets, dunnage, crating, packing blocks, Regulating Wood Packaging Material in both exporting and importing countries. Other drums, cases, load boards, pallet collars and skids International Trade,” the agency will require that measures agreed to under a bilateral arrangement which can be present in almost any imported con- wood packaging material either be heat treated to a are also considered in this standard. Wood packag- signment, including consignments which would not minimum wood core temperature of 56 degrees ing material that does not comply with the require- normally be the target of phytosanitary inspection. Celsius for a minimum of 30 minutes or fumigated ment of this standard should be disposed of in an Wood packaging made wholly of wood-based with methyl bromide, and marked with an approved approved manner. products such as plywood, particle board, oriented international mark certifying treatment. strand board or veneer that have been created using Basis for Regulating: Wood packaging materi- glue, heat and pressure or a combination thereof al is frequently made of raw wood that may not should be considered sufficiently processed to have have undergone sufficient processing or treatment eliminated the risk associated with the raw wood. It to remove or kill pests and therefore becomes a is unlikely to be infested by raw wood pests during pathway for the introduction and spread of pests. its use therefore should not be regulated for these Furthermore, wood packaging material is very pests. often re-used, recycled or re-manufactured (in that Measures for non-compliance at point of packaging received with an imported consignment entry: Where wood packaging material does not may be re-used to accompany another consignment carry the required mark, action may be taken unless for export). An example of beetle larvae “pest” found in wood other bilateral arrangements are in place. This The true origin of any piece of wood packaging packaging being imported into the U.S. action may take the form of treatment, disposal or material is difficult to determine and thus its phy- refused entry. Where the wood packaging material tosanitary status cannot be ascertained. Therefore, Disposal: Disposal of wood packaging material does carry the required mark, and evidence of live the normal process of undertaking risk analysis to is a risk management option that may be used by pests is found, action can be taken. These actions determine if measures are necessary and the the NPPO of the importing country upon arrival of may take the form of treatment, disposal or refused strength of such measures is frequently not possible the wood packaging material where treatment is not entry. The NPPO of the exporting country should for wood packaging material. For this reason, this available or desirable. Recommended methods of be notified in cases where live pests are found, and standard describes globally accepted measures that disposal include incineration, burial, processing or may be notified in other cases. are approved and that may be applied to wood other methods endorsed by the NPPO as effective The Department of Homeland Security U.S. packaging material by all countries to practically for the pests of concern. Wood packaging material Customs and Border Protection officers will be eliminate the risk for most quarantine pests and sig- that requires emergency action should be appropri- enforcing these requirements. Members of the nificantly reduce the risk from a number of other ately safeguarded prior to treatment or disposal to Delaware River port community can contact Hal pests that may be associated with that material. prevent escape of any pest between the time of the Fingerman, Chief of Agriculture Operations, CBP National Plant Protection Organizations (NPPOs) detection of the pest posing the treat and the time of at [email protected] or 215-597-4515 ext. 5. are encouraged to accept wood packaging material treatment or disposal. that has been subjected to an approved measure May/June, 2005 The Beacon 9

vide the data filing service on New Manifest behalf of carriers, generally one or Requirements several steamship agents per U. S. transit. While the agents have his- continued from page 1 torically provided Coast Guard NOA/D filing services – historical- Terminal Shipping represents ly in the form of resubmitting a fax carriers transporting steel, paper, from a ship – for their principals, fruit and a host of other goods. the penalty provisions associated “We are willing to work with CBP with the CBP rule are dramatically and Coast Guard to effect a smooth more onerous. “There is significant transition into a paperless environ- potential for problem by simply ment. Yet just like last year’s rule mistyping a crew member name,” requiring that all cargo manifests be said Tom Johnston, of GAC-RUR processed through AMS, it seems Philadelphia, who chairs the the agencies have not placed Exchange’s Agents/Operators Co- enough consideration on the impact mmittee. “No one is more familiar these changes have on our cus- with the crew than the ship’s tomers.” Master, but often he is technically The challenge stems from the unable to comply with the new fact that in this industry sector, requirements.” there is no headquarters office from In an effort to assist its members which data transmissions can be and Maritime On-Line participants, centralized. Many of the ships in the Exchange has developed a solu- this trade – estimates range form tion to meet some of the challenges 40-60% – do not have access to the raised by the rulemaking. And web and would therefore be unable working with its network of mar- to key data directly through the itime trade associations throughout Coast Guard web portal. For those the country, the Exchange is also that do, the costs of accessing the working to raise awareness among web via satellite make this option CBP and Coast Guard at the head- extremely prohibitive. Historically, quarters levels of some of the com- these bulk and breakbulk carriers plexities associated with the have utilized the services of local requirement. steamship agents to meet data For more informtion, contact reporting requirements. Lisa Himber or Michael Fink at The second major concern the Exchange, 215-925-2615. relates to liability of those who pro-

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Bonner recently pro- movement of merchandise.” validation results, and use of C-TPAT best prac- posed a plan to create a new set of benefits for The final version of the guidelines will be tices,” said Commissioner Bonner. members of the Customs-Trade Partnership based on discussions between CBP and the Created in 2002, C-TPAT is a partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT), a key component in trade community, and the primary new benefit between CBP and the international trade com- the agency’s efforts to prevent terrorists from would be no routine inspections of shipments for munity to protect the global supply chain from infiltrating global trade. Speaking to a group of C-TPAT members who use container security terrorist and terrorist weapons and to accelerate C-TPAT members, Bonner proposed extending devices such as the Smart Box, are certified and the movement of legitimate commerce. C-TPAT benefits to companies that employ the highest validated, and who have adopted the best indus- participation now includes nearly 9100 compa- levels of security measures to protect their sup- try practices for securing their supply chains. nies from all sectors of the trading community – ply chains. “Operating from the belief that CBP should importers, carriers, domestic port authorities and “We have made great progress with C-TPAT recognize the efforts of those companies who go marine terminal operators, brokers and freight and as a result, the public and global trade are above and beyond minimal requirements, I forwarders and some foreign manufacturers. much safer,” Bonner said. “But there is still more believe that there should be a tiered system of NMSAC Addressing and TSA should be recognized for their achieve consensus on a full array of dential – to the extremely difficult, leadership in bringing together leaders issues,” Himber said. including potential TWIC disqualifying the Issues from the various port and shipping CDR Cynthia Stowe of the Coast offenses or whether the program should industry to enhance the security of our Guard and John Schwartz, Assistant include an employer sponsorship com- continued from page 1 ports and vessels. The interaction of Director of the TWIC program office ponent. Membership included repre- Exchange VP Lisa Himber Co- the diverse membership of NMSAC served as the federal subject matter sentatives of marine terminals and off- Chaired the working group, along with has led us to a proposal for the TWIC experts. “I really appreciate the effort shore platforms, passenger, bulk and David Halstead, Chief of Domestic rule that will finally implement federal the group put into bringing forth a com- container vessel operators – both U.S. Preparedness of the Florida standards for identity and access con- prehensive report in such a short time. and foreign flagged – longshore and Department of Law Enforcement. trol to those ports and vessels. The It will very valuable to the rulemaking mariner labor groups, employer associ- Both the Delaware River and Florida ability for the working group members effort,” Schwartz said. ations, importers, state authorities, Ports have served as pilot test locations to state their diverse opinions and work According to World Shipping attorneys, and academia. “The diversi- for the TWIC. “Our Delaware River through each of the issues facing them Council President and CEO Chris ty of our group made our task more TWIC Stakeholder group has been pro- and is clearly the strength of this Koch, who chairs the NMSAC, “The challenging, but it also resulted in a viding recommendations on TWIC process.” TWIC recommendations were the work product that carefully considered implementation since August of 2002,” The working group included 47 result of an intensive, open and con- the many sides of several issues,” Himber said. “I was appreciative of the members, comprised of both the pri- structive dialogue amongst diverse Himber said. opportunity to take those comments to vate and public sectors, and representa- industry and government officials. We the national level through the tion from among the many different hope that they can provide useful guid- The report is available on the NMSAC.” segments of the maritime transporta- ance for the Department as it considers Maritime Exchange website at Halstead indicated that Florida is tion industry. “With a group as large as the best way to implement the TWIC www.maritimedelriv.com. Additional proud to have shared its experience ours, we can be proud not only of the requirements.” information about the NMSAC and its over the past five years in enhancing fact that we were able to produce The group was asked to respond to working groups is available at the security at our ports. “The USCG results in the short time frame request- questions ranging from the simple – www.uscg.mil/hq/g-m/mp/nmsac.htm. ed, but also that we were able to such as the validity period of the cre- May/June, 2005 The Beacon 11

Local CBP Automation Expert Retires Joseph F. Heath, Sr., U.S. Customs served four years active duty in the U.S. and Border Protection ACS Client Army, including two tours in Viet Nam Representative, well known to the engaged in stevedoring and terminal Delaware River port community as an management activities. He continued Automated Manifest Systems (AMS) his military career with 18 years of and Automated Brokers Interface (ABI) reserve duty specializing in logistics expert retired on May 31, 2005. and logistics management. For the last 15 years, Joe and his In the private sector, Joe taught in partner Jim Stahl have helped the the Philadelphia public school system Exchange and its TRACS participants and worked four years in terminal man- complete the testing and certification agement with Seatrain Lines, Lavino processes required to communicate Shipping Company and Northern electronically with CBP and to navigate Shipping Company in Philadelphia. the complexities of AMS. Joe was par- In his career with CBP, Joe worked ticularly helpful during the early part of five years as an Import Specialist, 10 last year when Trade Act requirements years as a Senior Import Specialist in mandated participation in the electronic machinery and electronic devices, and manifesting system, and Jim was serv- 18 years as a Client Representative in ing his country in Egypt for a year. ABI, Sea and Air AMS and AES, Over a very short period of time, the including an advisory and assistance number of Exchange carrier clients Joe assignment to Macedonia and Albania. supported jumped from about 40 to Joe and his expertise with the CBP about 240. And although CBP Client automation systems will be sorely Rep support is only available during missed by members of the Delaware normal business hours, Joe recognized River port community and the hundreds that the nature of the industry often of clients he served throughout the requires night and weekend assistance country. and was willing to help whenever nec- The Exchange extends its best wish- essary. . . sometimes helping test mani- es for much health and happiness as fests from a laptop while on vacation at Joes’ retirement days begin with a well- the shore. deserved R&R. For those of you who A graduate of Cardinal Dougherty visit Ocean City, New Jersey, keep alert High School and LaSalle College, Joe for Joe Heath sightings!

Remembering Bill Harrison continued from page 1

real availability problems for of home heat- ing oil, gasoline and other refined products.” Harrison was also recognized as a strong advocate in the fight for adequate rail service for both bulk and break bulk ter- minal operators. “Back in the mid-1970s, when Conrail was being formed to take over the Pennsylvania and Reading Railroads, Bill Harrison was tireless in his immeasurably enhance navigational safety efforts with local, state and federal officials on the Delaware River through the techno- to make them aware of the critical need for logical advancements that are housed at competitive rail service to the docks and this tower.” terminals throughout the port,” said Joe At the same time, the Maritime Balzano, Executive Director, Exchange took on the responsibility to Port Corporation. “Bill in effect served as develop TRACS, a community based cargo the united voice for port operators with the manifest system that is certified on the key decision makers in the formation of Customs and Border and Protection Conrail.” Automated Manifest System. “ It was really Harrison’s involvement with railroad a turning point for the Exchange,” according issues also extended to the “high and wide” to BARTHCO International, Inc. President tunnel project to open double-stack contain- Dennis Colgan. “Bill Harrison, like so many er rail service across Pennsylvania to the of us in the port community, realized that for Chestnut Street overpass constructed over our port to stay competitive we needed to I-95 that would have restricted terminals capitalize on the technological advances north of Penn’s Landing. “This was when I that would forever change the face of the first got involved with Bill Harrison, and he international trade and maritime industries. was tenacious in his arguments for those Bill was prepared for the Maritime positions he believed were critical to the Exchange to take this giant step.” success of the port,” said Richard Throughout his career at the Exchange, DeGennaro, Maritime Exchange Chairman Bill Harrison received any number of honors and former Director of Intermodal Marketing and awards in recognition of his leadership at Conrail. and commitment to the port. “Among the During the last decade Harrison served numerous awards Bill received over the as its president, the Maritime Exchange years,” noted Wayne Bailey, Delaware River saw technology come to the forefront to Pilot and Bill’s son-in-law, “he was particu- support the many services provided to the larly proud of the ‘Stephen Girard Man of maritime community. “It was under Bill the Year Award’ and the ‘Department of the Harrison’s leadership that the Pilots’ Army’s Commander’s Award for Public Association for the Bay and River Delaware Service.” worked together with the Maritime Bill is survived by three daughters, Gail, Exchange to build a state-of-the-art ship Janet, and Susan and their husbands reporting tower in Lewes, Delaware,” stated Randy, Mark and Wayne and two grandchil- Capt. Mike Linton, President of the Pilots’ dren Allison and Christopher. Association. “We have been able to 12 The Beacon May/June, 2005 Editorial So many rules, so little time… Letters . . . In the weeks and months immediately following 9/11, Congress and various federal agencies scrambled to respond to the events which dramatically changed our way of thinking and our way of A Goodbye to Bill Harrison life. I first met Bill sometime during 1967, at the Grill In the flurry of new legislation, such as the development of the Room of the Downtown Club. It was then that we both DHS, the USA PATRIOT Act, the Trade Act of 2002, the learned that we were originally from Everett, Bioterrorism Act and the MTSA, regulators have been compelled to Massachusetts. meet extremely challenging Congressional mandates. Although we lived only a couple of blocks from each other in the Glendale section of the city, our paths No one doubted that a new way of doing business would be never crossed . . .that we knew of. required. And those of us in the transportation industry are perhaps Bill many times said that being Everett boys we had more attuned to this than many other sectors of the U.S. economy. sort of a special and personal relationship that is What is difficult to understand, however, is why federal agencies hard to come by. such as Customs, FDA and Coast Guard spend years developing the We recalled many times about our past and especial- new regulatory requirements but only provide industry with a very ly places of interest in Everett, such as the Brown short window to become compliant. Changes such as the MTSA Derby or the Shirley Club at Glendale Square ...or implementing regulations last July 1, the FDA prior notice report- the Frolic at Revere Beach, hence the Grill Room at ing, or the CBP rules requiring cargo manifest data must be sub- the Downtown Club. mitted electronically and in some instances, 24 hours prior to load- Bill also commented on our many lawyer friends who ing at the foreign ports, are the most dramatic changes in business passed the bar and said we Everett boys had more mox- ie than that; we never passed a bar . . . we stopped processes to hit our industry since the advent of the container 40 and stayed awhile. How else would we have been able years ago. While these agencies spent significant time finalizing to face our unknown future in Philadelphia? requirements, the window between final rulemaking and imple- Many of you reading this may know the story about mentation ranged generally ranged from only 30 to 60 days. Bill and the milk run. When we first met, that day In each of the above instances, significant operational and pro- in 1967, he told me that practically every morning he cedural issues had to be resolved prior to effective implementation had to get up early and go to the city hall annex at – and in many cases rulemakings were finalized before operational Glendale Square where the city would give milk for only 2 cents a quart to those who qualified. He said guidance was clearly communicated to the field offices of the that he was so embarrassed, he would put up his col- responsible federal agencies. Again, nobody questioned the gov- lar on his jacket and hoped the kid in back of him ernment’s need for the information. On the contrary, everyone didn’t recognize him in line. I then tapped Bill on involved expressed a complete willingness to provide the informa- the shoulder and told him “Bill I was the kid in back tion the federal agencies believe they need in order to effectively of you.” secure the homeland. But the translation from rulemaking to prac- tice was certainly more cumbersome, and at times confusing, than Bill, you did a great job during your tenure of 27 it needed to be. years at the Maritime Exchange and brought much cred- it and respect to our industry. You ran a tight ship The same is now true with the April 7 requirement by CBP that and I am sure now, wherever you are, that you’re air and ocean carriers transmit crew/passenger manifest data elec- doing a great job. I was privileged and honored to tronically. Though we are now almost four years beyond the 9/11 be your friend these many years. I will miss you. I attacks, this recent rulemaking provided industry with only 60 days leave you with a tap on the shoulder . . . don’t be to comply with a complex and significant change in process. We embarrassed; I’m right behind you. know that Customs and Coast Guard worked closely together to develop the rule – and we appreciate the amount of time it takes to Larry Giglio develop requirements that will satisfy one agency, let alone two – but having spent so much time in the development phase, why give

the trade community only two months to implement the change. The Beacon is the official newsletter of the Maritime Exchange for the Delaware Industry needs sufficient time to adapt, and these regulations, River and Bay. The Exchange encourages its readers to submit letters to the editor at any implemented in the name of security, simply do not provide it. time in response to articles that appear in The Beacon or to address other topics of interest to the port community. Please direct any correspondence or inquiries regarding Since publication of this rule, the Exchange and its sister mar- the contents of this newsletter to: itime associations have engaged in dialogue with CBP officials in MARITIME EXCHANGE an effort to communicate the need for additional time prior to enforcing compliance. As of press time, it appears CBP is willing for the Delaware River and Bay 240-242 Cherry Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 to work with industry to address some of the outstanding issues. tel: 215/925-2615  fax: 215/925-3422 We applaud CBP’s responsiveness to our message, yet we remain [email protected]  www.maritimedelriv.com disappointed that many agencies haven’t yet realized the benefits that would accrue to both the private and public sectors by provid- ing a public forum to raise concerns before issuing final rules. The next major proposed regulation on the horizon (that we MARITIME EXCHANGE know of), will likely be the Transportation Worker Identification for the Delaware River and Bay Credential. Industry must be given time to respond, and by work- ing together, the Transportation Security Administration and the Richard DeGennaro, Chairman John Reynolds, Vice Chairman transportation community will get it right. Dennis Rochford, President Lisa B. Himber, Vice President Leading the Way to A. Robert Degen, Esq., Secretary/Solicitor Port Progress James F. Young, Esq., Assistant Secretary Dorothy Mather Ix, Treasurer May/June, 2005 The Beacon 13

to respond to and recover from such inci- Our preparedness to respond to an inci- dents. There are many organizations and dent continues to grow and the credit for that Looking Forward individuals who unselfishly contributed their lies with the many members of the port and time and efforts. I would like to recognize a first responder communities. Our prepared- By: Captain Jonathan Sarubbi, USCG few of them. The Maritime Exchange has ness was put to the test in the execution of played a key role in disseminating security the highly successful response to the 265,000 The Delaware River and Bay port com- every significant issue we have had to information and alerts, prototyping the gallon ATHOS I oil spill that had significant munity has a well deserved reputation for address. I am deeply grateful to all of you Transportation Worker Identification Card environmental and economic impacts. working together when it comes to issues that that have contributed your time and efforts to (TWIC) and finding ways to leverage Despite the numerous challenges that the affect the safety, security and the environment successfully tackle the seemingly endless technology to enhance our maritime domain multi-agency Unified Command faced, this of our economically important waterway. It challenges. awareness. Reverend Jim Von Dreele of the massive six-month long response effort went was one of the reasons why I wanted to come Much has been accomplished to improve Seamen’s Church Institute led the successful extremely well. The relatively quick reopen- to Philadelphia and why I have genuinely the security of our maritime transportation effort to implement port-wide protocols that ing of the port was due to the proactive partic- enjoyed being your Captain of the Port. From system and port complex. We have worked allow crew members to go ashore and ships ipation of the Mariners Advisory Committee, what I have experienced throughout my short together to implement the requirements of the to conduct their business at the dock without represented by Captain Mike Linton, the time here that reputation is richly deserved. Maritime Transportation Security Act and its compromising security. Many law enforce- Maritime Exchange and the entire port com- It is difficult for me to believe that my tour international companion, the International ment agencies worked in concert with the munity who helped the Unified Command of duty in Philadelphia will come to a close in Coast Guard and others to improve our ability establish vessel and facility cleaning proto- June and that I will retire from the Coast cols, implement a vessel movement scheme Guard after 26 years of service. It seems like and communicate information to port users. only yesterday that I joined the Coast Guard. The port community’s superlative team- I would like to take this opportunity to reflect work and dedication are the foundation for the on some of the accomplishments that have port’s future success and key to continuing to occurred on my watch and some of the chal- address future challenges. We cannot rest lenges that lie ahead. on what we have accomplished to date. We Time and again I have witnessed the spir- must continue to work collaboratively to fur- it of this port through the willingness of the ther the security of our ports and maintain our port community to work together to resolve preparedness to respond to threats to our issues. We navigated our way through the infrastructure and the environment. We must uncharted territory of enhancing the security strengthen our maritime domain awareness of our maritime transportation system and by continuing the development of a compre- port complex, endured two of the most severe hensive system of strategically placed cam- ice seasons seen in the past decade, stood eras, automatic identification system up the Port of Philadelphia as a strategic mili- receivers and other technologies. We should tary port and responded to a major oil spill (l-r) Exchange President Dennis Rochford, Capt. Sarubbi, Pilots’ Association also persist in our efforts to overhaul and that fouled hundreds of miles of shoreline and President Michael Linton. improve the Aids to Navigation System to involved 20 federal, state, and local govern- ensure that ships can continue to safely navi- ment agencies and numerous commercial Ship and Port Facility Code. Vessel and facil- to collect and assess intelligence, implement gate the shipping channel. entities in the response effort. In the post ity operators and many others did an excel- protective strategies and ensure that we can In closing I can only say that it has been 9/11 environment, the cooperation within the lent job in complying with these new require- execute a coordinated response to a terrorist a truly wonderful experience working in this law enforcement community has been ments, despite the accelerated implementa- incident. I particularly want to thank the FBI port and being a member of the port commu- unprecedented and is absolutely essential to tion date and their complexity and costs. The Philadelphia Division for their partnership, and nity family. I am extremely grateful that I the success of our efforts to combat terrorism. Area Maritime Security Committee (AMSC), the Delaware River Port Authority Police and have had the opportunity to work with each of Whether it is achieving a heightened maritime now over 500 members strong, did an incredi- the New Jersey State Police for their help in you, and I am confident that my relief, security level, providing security for a particu- ble job in assessing and improving the securi- patrolling the 120-mile long Delaware River Captain David Scott, is in good hands. lar vessel or event or conducting daily harbor ty of our port as well as strengthening rela- and Bay. patrols, our law enforcement partners have tionships among the wide range of federal, rapidly assimilated into the port family. There state, and local government agencies, the have been many other collaborative efforts, maritime industry and citizen groups that call but I mention these few to highlight the vari- the tri-sate region home. The AMSC worked ety of challenging issues that we have had to diligently for over a year to develop the Area address together. Maritime Security Plan, which not only insti- Our ability to work together as a team has tuted safeguards to reduce the potential of really brought a synergy and completeness to terrorist attacks, but also enhanced our ability Association for the Bay and River Delaware 800 South Columbus Boulevard Philadelphia, PA 19147 Continuous Service Since 1896 Dispatching 215-465-8340 (24 Hours) Accounting 215-465-8362 Fax 215-465-3970 Telex 5101002653

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Active Pilots Charles W. Futcher, III Carl T. Joseph, III Thomas L. Cluff Thomas M. Sharp I. Randall Kenworthy Theodore L. Parish William H. Buckaloo Matthew G. Sullivan C. William Kenworthy Michael E. Knapp Richard Buckaloo, III Daniel M. Morgans Archie W. Lingo Wayne E. Bailey Drew J. Hodgens Andrew B. Parish Laurence B. Knapp, Jr. Robert W. Bailey, Jr. Jonathan C. Kemmerley Kevin Barrow J. Stuart Griffin Joseph T. Selph Chris P. Guilday Roy C. Pino Stephen A. Roberts William E. Lowe, III Colleen L. Moran Kenneth W. Southard James R. Roche Bradford F. Schell J. David Johnson Robert G. Medd, Jr. J. Ward Guilday Henry E. Hess Dennis S. Cluff David C.Cluff William D. Glaser Howard B. Wyche Patrick G. Conroy Brian A. Wong Daniel E. MacElrevey John P. Cuff Kelly J. Sparks Eric C. James David A. Potter, Jr. Edward A. Davis R. Douglas Boes Matthew W Kehoe Charles F. Macintire Robert K. Cook, III Thomas S. Branin Scott A. Landry G. Stevens Lyshon, III Patrick C. Beebe Stephen J. McGuiness Terrell A. Mannion, Jr. Herbert Barnes, Jr. Richard L. Beebe Joseph E. Morrissey Jonathan Mason James R. Hukill Gerry H. Orton Michelle Musto William C. Haggerty Howard M. Teal, Jr. Daniel W. Cluff, Jr. William T. Poulterer III May/June, 2005 The Beacon 14 Notes & News Upcoming Events

Ronnie Barlow, formerly of Paul Sustek, became part of the Seamen’s June 2005 Church Institute staff April 18 as the Development Associate. She will 6/2 DRPA/Port Authority Transit Corporation Committee Meeting be responsible for Special Event planning and the daily activity of SCI’s development efforts. Congratulations Ronnie! 6/3 Ports of Philadelphia Maritime Society Annual Golf Outing Michael E. Radbill, PE, AIC, CPC has joined Urban Engineers, Inc. as Area Maritime Security (Main) Meeting vice president and practice leader for Urban’s National Construction 6/7 Transportation Club of Wilmington Golf Outing Consulting Practice. Mr. Radbill has over 30 years of experience in the construction and engineering consulting professions and served as an Delaware State Chamber of Commerce Business Development Group Meeting officer in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for 28 years (Active and 6/8 Maritime Exchange Executive Committee Meeting Reserves). Welcome aboard. World Trade Centers Day Dinner Honoring Hugh C. Long On April 5, the American Association of Port Authorities named U.S. DRPA/Port Authority Transit Corporation Board Meeting Secretary of Transportation Norman Y. Mineta as their 2005 “Port Person of the Year.” This is AAPA’s most prestigious annual award, hon- 6/9 World Trade Association of Philadelphia Dinner aboard the John Brown oring an individual whose outstanding work or service has made a signifi- 6/10 U.S. Merchant Marine Veterans Memorial Cocktail Reception cant contribution to public port authorities and/or maritime commerce. New Jersey Alliance for Action Bergen County Chapter Meeting 6/11 U.S. Merchant Marine Veterans Memorial Dedication Ceremony Welcome New Members 6/12 U.S. Merchant Marine Veterans Memorial Wreath Laying Ceremony 6/16 Philadelphia Regional Port Authority Board Meeting Clean Earth Dredging Swartz Campbell LLC 6/21 Delaware River and Bay Authority Board Meeting Technologies, Inc. 1601 Market Street 6/22 Port of Wilmington Maritime Society Spring Luncheon 334 South Warminster Road 35th Floor 6/24 Women’s International Trade Association “Night at the Phillies” Second Floor Philadelphia, PA 19103-2316 Hatboro, PA 19040 Phone: 215-299-4304 New Jersey Alliance for Action Camden County Chapter Meeting Phone: 215-734-1400 Fax: 215-299-4301 6/28 South Jersey Port Corp Board of Directors Meeting Fax: 215-734-1416 www.swartzcampbell.com July 2005 www.cleanearthinc.com 7/7 DRPA/Port Authority Transit Corporation Committee Meeting 7/12 Tri-State Maritime Safety Association Board Meeting MEMBER ON THE MOVE 7/13 Maritime Exchange Executive Committee and Board Meetings 7/19 Seamen’s Center Wilmington Board Meeting John S. Connor, Inc. 799 Cromwell Park Drive Delaware River and Bay Authority Board Meeting Glen Burnie, MD 21061 7/20 DRPA/Port Authority Transit Corporation Board Meeting Phone: 410-863-0211 Fax: 410-863-1377 7/21 Philadelphia Regional Port Authority Board Meeting www.jsconnor.com 7/26 South Jersey Port Corp Board of Directors Meeting 7/29 New Jersey Alliance for Action Essex County Chapter Meeting MCALLISTER TOWING OF PHILADELPHIA, INC. For a complete schedule and event details visit the Exchange’s web site: www.maritimedelriv.com COMMANDANT BUILDING, PHILADELPHIA NAVAL BUSINESS CENTER 4900 SOUTH BROAD STREET, BLDG. 6, PHILADELPHIA PA 19112

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