Clean air grant for Port will allow Foss Maritime to retrofit vessel
SEATTLE, August 18, 2010 - Foss Maritime Company, builder and operator of the world's first hybrid tugboat, will soon add another pioneering vessel to its Southern California fleet with the help of an air quality grant obtained by the Port of Long Beach.
Building on the success of Foss' Carolyn Dorothy hybrid tug, which was launched into service at the Port of Long Beach in 2009, Foss will retrofit an existing tug with hybrid technology for service in San Pedro Bay, thanks to a $1 million grant from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to the Port. The project will be implemented through a partnership between Foss, the Port of Long Beach, and the Port of Los Angeles.
"The Foss/Aspin Kemp & Associates hybrid technology is already proving its worth on the Carolyn Dorothy," said Richard Cameron, Director of Environmental Planning at the Port of Long Beach. "When the Air Resources Board asked for proposals to retrofit existing vessels with cutting-edge hybrid technology, we knew we wanted to partner with Foss again.
"We believe the retrofit will be the next step in hybrid technology evolution."
Foss will retrofit the Campbell Foss, a conventional dolphin tug currently assisting oceangoing vessels in the San Pedro Bay. The boat will be retrofitted with motor generators, batteries, and control systems at Foss' shipyard in Rainier, Oregon.
The goal is to achieve significant reductions in pollution emissions while enhancing fuel efficiency and operational capabilities. Projected annual emissions reductions per year include:
More than 1.7 tons of diesel particulate matter
More than 53 tons of oxides of nitrogen
More than 1.2 tons of reactive organic gases
More than 1,340 tons of carbon dioxide
In addition, more than 100,000 gallons of diesel fuel will be saved each year.
Susan Hayman, Foss Maritime's Vice President of Environmental and Governmental Affairs, said Foss has been looking forward to an opportunity to retrofit one of its existing tugs to work alongside the Carolyn Dorothy and plans to introduce more hybrid tugs in the years to come.
"At Foss, we have a 'zero trace' corporate goal and a commitment to give our customers the highest level of service," Hayman said. "Making use of cost-effective hybrid technology is an important part of our strategy as it allows us to use best-in-class, advanced technology to serve our customers and manage our expenses over the long term while safeguarding the environment at the same time. We have an unprecedented opportunity to transition harbor tugs around the world to vessels that deliver cleaner air and greater fuel efficiency.
"We're already doing it in San Pedro Bay and we're proud to continue our partnership with the Port of Long Beach."
The Carolyn Dorothy was introduced in the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles in January 2009 as an innovative approach to reducing air pollution. The vessel is designed to retain the power and maneuverability of her conventional Dolphin class sister tugs, while dramatically reducing emissions, noise, and fuel consumption. The vessel was newly built as a hybrid, rather than retrofitted.
About Foss Maritime Company
Founded in 1889, Seattle-based Foss Maritime offers a complete range of maritime services and project management to customers across the Pacific Rim, Europe, South America, and around the globe. The company has harbor services and transportation operations in all major U.S. West Coast ports, including the Columbia and Snake River system. With one of the largest fleets of tugs and barges on the American West Coast, Foss operates two shipyards and offers worldwide marine transportation emphasizing safety, environmental responsibility, and high-quality service. See www.foss.com for more information.
About Port of Long Beach
The Port of Long Beach is one of America's premier seaports and a trailblazer in goods movement and environmental stewardship. Trade valued annually at more than $100 billion moves through Long Beach, which is the second busiest cargo container seaport in the United States. Go to www.polb.com for more information.
Alaska Aviation Museum Receives Matching Donations
A reception and dinner party for Rita Sholton’s 80th birthday filled three hangars and the main meeting room of the Alaska Aviation Museum last month on June 16.
It was a grand gathering and a good time was had by all 100 guests but the biggest surprise of the evening was an announcement by Rita Sholton that the Sholton Foundation and Northern Air Cargo were donating matching grants of $150,000 to the aviation museum.
“As the next generation of the NAC Family, we applaud the Sholton Foundation’s support and commitment to the Museum. The Northern Air Cargo Family is also pleased and honored to respond to their challenge to match their gift of $150,000” said David Karp, President of NAC and a member of the museum’s Board of Directors.
Under the terms of the donation, the Sholton Foundation will donate $60,000 in 2010 and $10,000 annually for 9 years. Northern Air Cargo a Saltchuk company will donate $15,000 annually for 10 years beginning in 2010.
“These combined gifts will contribute approximately $30,000 per year in operating funds for the museum over the next 10 years. I am pleased and gratified to accept these very generous contributions on behalf of the Museum,” said Gail Phillips, Board Chair of the Alaska Aviation Museum. “We are working very hard as a board, staff and volunteers to bring this museum to a level of long term sustainability.”
Phillips and museum executive director Norm Lagasse explain that the donation of $300,000 will aid the museum long-term planning and longevity.
Guests attending the celebration ranged from Sholton family and friends to aviation pioneers from the Alaska aviation community. An additional highlight of the evening was the addition of the naming the main gathering room at the Alaska Aviation Museum the Robert & Rita Sholton, Northern Air Cargo, Pioneer Hall.
Between two radial aircraft engines gazing at a Power Point presentation featuring photographs of the Bobby Sholton and the crew and aircraft of Northern Air Cargo, Rita Sholton was tear struck.
“Those were great days and I enjoyed every minute being on the board, running the business and helping to create the state’s largest all cargo airlines,” said Sholton.
On September 1, 2010, John Hoerster will join Saltchuk Resources in the newly formed position of Vice President, General Counsel and Chief Ethics Officer. In addition to providing advice and counsel to senior management, Mr. Hoerster will manage Saltchuk's relationships with outside law firms, help assure that Saltchuk has a robust corporate compliance and ethics program, and lead efforts to address the major public policy issues that affect the company.
Mr. Hoerster joins Saltchuk after nearly four decades with the law firm of Garvey Schubert Barer, where since 1975 he provided legal services to Saltchuk and its operating companies, including separate multi-year stints as lead labor counsel and lead mergers and acquisitions counsel. In recent years, he served as legal advisor to the Saltchuk Board of Directors and had overall responsibility for Garvey Schubert Barer's relationship with Saltchuk.
Garvey Schubert Barer is a 120 lawyer firm with offices in Seattle, Portland, Washington, D.C., New York City, and Beijing. While at the firm, Mr. Hoerster served as general outside counsel for clients in the maritime, transportation, and healthcare industries, and his legal practice included corporate structuring and restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, joint venture arrangements, contract negotiations, and general business advice. Mr. Hoerster also served as Chairman and Managing Director of Garvey Schubert Barer for 20 years, most recently from 2000 through 2009.
Mr. Hoerster graduated cum laude from Princeton University in 1966 and with honors from the University of Washington School of Law in 1969. He serves on the Visiting Committee of the Evans School of Public Affairs at the University of Washington, is a Board member and past Board Chair of Athletes for a Better World, has been the Chancellor of St. Mark's Cathedral since 2000, and previously served on the Organizational Integrity Committee of PeaceHealth, a nonprofit healthcare system.
Contact: Tim Engle President, Saltchuk Resources 206-652-1111
Jacksonville, FL (July 23, 2010) – Sea Star Line, LLC has announced the promotion of Yessica Cancel to vice president of organizational development.
Yessica joined Sea Star Line as manager of organizational development in December 2005. The following year she was promoted to director. “Organizational development is a cornerstone of our company,” said Steve Hastings, President of Sea Star. “Our constant efforts to innovate and improve hinge on the ability of our personnel to anticipate and react to the ever changing needs of our customers. This requires continual and comprehensive work force assessment and development. Yessica’s efforts in this area have served us well, and we are confident that we will continue to excel with her ongoing guidance and leadership.”
Prior to joining Sea Star Line, Yessica served with ITEL as human resource manager. She holds a Master of Human Resource Management from University of North Florida, and B.A., in Multilingual / Multicultural Education from Florida State University.
Yessica is currently a professor at The University of Phoenix in Jacksonville Florida, where she teaches General Business Management, Ethics, and Cultural Diversity. She is also a native of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
About Sea Star Line, LLC
Headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, Sea Star Line offers cargo transportation services from North America to Puerto Rico and the Caribbean Islands. Sea Star’s RO/CON vessels are the most versatile in the trade – able to carry the widest range of unique and diverse cargos. Company operations are certified to ISO 9001, ISO 1400, Green Office standards, and was also awarded the QMS Company of the Year Award. Sea Star recently received top honors as a recipient of the 2009 Logistics Management Quest for Quality Award in the Ocean Carrier segment.
Contact: Fred Schloth AVP of Marketing
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www.seastarline.com (904) 855-3277
Jacksonville, FL (July 22, 2010) - Sea Star Line, LLC reported that it has entered into a settlement agreement with the direct purchaser plaintiffs in class action antitrust litigation pending in Puerto Rico.
Class Action Settlement Agreement - Puerto Rico
Several class action lawsuits were filed against Sea Star Line and other carriers on behalf of direct purchasers of domestic ocean transportation services in the Puerto Rico trade lane. Those lawsuits were combined into one multidistrict litigation proceeding in the United States District Court for the District of Puerto Rico. The complaints allege price-fixing in violation of the Sherman Act and seek treble damages for alleged overcharges, along with costs and attorney’s fees and an injunction against future unlawful conduct.
On July 21, 2010, Sea Star Line entered into a settlement agreement with the direct purchaser plaintiffs in the Puerto Rico class action litigation. Under the settlement agreement, Sea Star and certain affiliated companies have agreed to pay $18.5 million to resolve claims for alleged antitrust violations in the Puerto Rico trade lane.
The settlement agreement is subject to Court approval, a process that is likely to take several months to complete. In addition, Sea Star has the right to terminate the settlement agreement under certain circumstances.
Sea Star has also been sued by persons purporting to represent a class of indirect purchasers to domestic ocean transportation services in the Puerto Rico trade lane. Sea Star believes those claims have no legal merit and is seeking to have the lawsuit dismissed.
Sea Star Line received a grand jury subpoena and search warrant seeking information regarding an investigation being conducted by the Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of Justice into possible antitrust violations in the Puerto Rico trade lane. Sea Star continues to cooperate fully with the Antitrust Division’s investigation.
About Sea Star Line, LLC
Headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, Sea Star Line offers cargo transportation services from North America to Puerto Rico and the Caribbean Islands. Sea Star’s RO/CON vessels are the most versatile in the trade – able to carry the widest range of unique and diverse cargoes. Company operations are certified to ISO 9001, ISO 1400, Green Office standards, and was also awarded the QMS Company of the Year Award. Sea Star recently received top honors as a recipient of the 2009 Logistics Management Quest for Quality Award in the Ocean Carrier segment.
Contact: Fred Schloth AVP of Marketing
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www.seastarline.com (904) 855-3277
Aloha Air Cargo Appoints Lee Steele As Company President
HONOLULU (June 22, 2010) -- Aloha Air Cargo announced today the appointment of Lee Steele as the company’s new president. Steele brings more than two decades of experience in the airline industry to Aloha Air Cargo, including a position as a senior vice president at Aloha Airlines. Steele will be responsible for the overall operations of the airline, starting July 1, 2010.
“Lee’s breadth of leadership experience, deep knowledge of aviation operations and familiarity with the Hawaii market, offer tremendous value to Aloha Air Cargo,” said Eric Van Andel, president of Saltchuk Air Cargo. “By working in close collaboration with our senior management team, he will ensure that Aloha Air Cargo continues to provide convenient, economical and reliable air cargo service throughout the state of Hawaii and beyond.”
Just prior to joining Hawaii’s largest air-freight company, Steele was president of the aviation consulting company, Global Dimensions Inc. and served as president and chief operating officer of Champion Air. Steele has also served as vice president for several notable airlines, including: Aloha Airlines, Polar Air Cargo, America West Airlines, Pan American Corporation, Arrow Air, MGM Grand Air and Eastern Air Lines.
His tenure in the airline industry began in 1972, where he was a pilot for the U.S. Air Force. Since then, he has been involved with all functions of airline operations, including regulatory hiring, training, dispatching and crew scheduling, in addition to maintenance and oversight programs, as well as piloting.
Steele earned his Bachelor of Science in industrial management from the Georgia Institute of Technology and has a Master of Arts in management from Webster University. He holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) rating for B-747-400 and B-727-200 aircraft, plus received additional education from the F.B.I. International Terrorist School for Airline Executives and National Mediation Board (NMB) interest-based bargaining school, taught by Cornell University.
I am pleased to announce that effective August 1, 2010, Anthony Chiarello will join American Shipping Group (ASG) as its President.
Mr. Chiarello’s background in transportation and logistics spans over 30 years. He was born into the maritime business. His grandfather, father, uncles and cousins worked in the family’s Brooklyn-based stevedoring and terminal operations business, originally named Chiarello Brothers in 1898.
Anthony is leaving NYK Logistics (Americas), Inc. where he served as the COO and Executive Vice President. Prior to his position with NYK, he was the Senior Vice President, Global Customer Development for AMB Property Corporation and, prior to AMB he served as chairman and president of Hudd Distribution Services, Inc., a Maersk Logistics company. Anthony also held other positions within Maersk, including president of Maersk Logistics USA Inc.; chairman of Maersk Customs Services; president of Maersk Equipment Service Company, Inc., and vice president for Universal Maritime Service Corporation, a stevedoring and terminal subsidiary of Maersk Sealand. Mr. Chiarello also was a member of the board of directors for Bridge Terminal Transportation and held the position of Deputy Executive Director of the Maryland Port Administration.
Mr. Chiarello serves on the Board of Visitors for the Northeastern University School of Business. Other industry involvement includes leadership participation with the Retail Industry Leaders Association; the Board of Advisors for the United States Merchant Marine Academy; past facilitator for the annual Terminal Management Training Program, and participation as an active member of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals.
Mr. Chiarello holds a Bachelor Degree from Villanova University and is an alumnus of Insead Business Institute of Fontainebleau, France. Mr. Chiarello lives just outside Princeton, NJ with his wife, Christine, a corporate attorney, and is the proud father of five and grandfather of four.
Mr. Chiarello brings over thirty years of maritime logistics experience to the American Shipping Group. After conducting an extensive search, we are thrilled to have Mr. Chiarello join our senior management team, and we are confident that ASG will continue to grow and prosper under his leadership.
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