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Thursday, 22 December 2011 15:54 |
Congratulations to Captain Ed and his crew(s) on the PASTOLIK for achieving environmental excellence for FOUR consecutive years!!!
This esteemed recognition was awarded by the Chamber of Shipping of America; an organization representing many owners, operators and charterers of U.S. and foreign flagged vessels. Please join us in extending a well deserved salute to Captain Ed and his crew!
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Monday, 06 June 2011 16:02 |
Delta Western christens the CAPT FRANK MOODY shallow draft tugboat for 2011 summer service in Western Alaska
June 3, 2011 - RAINIER, OR - In an effort to better serve the river and coastal communities of Western Alaska waters, Delta Western will be adding a new shallow draft tug to its marine fuel fleet this summer. At a ceremony this morning at Foss Shipyard in Rainier, Oregon, Foss delivered an environmentally designed tug measuring 76' x 32' with a draft of 3.6' to Delta Western. The shallow draft tug will be christened the CAPT FRANK MOODY and will complete the three tug and barge sets operated by Delta Western for their Western Alaska fuel service deliveries. The ceremony was well attended by over 75 people from the maritime community.
The CAPT FRANK MOODY was built for Delta Western by Foss Rainier Shipyard in a seven month time period. The tug is designed for the multi-mission purposes of shallow water displacement for barge pushing mode throughout Alaska's river and coastal regions, while concurrently able to perform conventional stern towing with a Markey TES-20 electric towing winch. The vessel has accommodations for eight, featuring state-of-the-art navigation, communications, and safety equipment. The vessel propulsion and electrical power generation are all provided by Caterpillar diesel engines.
Beginning this 2011 season, the addition of the CAPT FRANK MOODY shallow draft tugboat to our marine fleet will allow us to better serve our customers throughout the coastal and river regions of Western Alaska, said Amy Humphreys, President of Delta Western. "We are committed to transporting and delivering fuel safely and efficiently and I believe our continued investment in our marine infrastructure demonstrates this commitment. The Foss team performed exceptionally throughout the entire project and we are extremely pleased with the outcome."
BMT Fleet Technology provided the tug's basic design and together with Foss's Technical Services Team developed a final product capable of operating in the most challenging regions and conditions in Western Alaska. All fabrication and outfitting was completed in-house by Foss Shipyard in Rainier, OR. "This project was a great opportunity for Foss Shipyard to demonstrate our capability of building a state-of-the-art vessel within a tight time frame, yet without compromise to design specifications or construction quality," said Mike Magill, VP Technical Services for Foss Maritime Company. "We are confident that Delta Western and its customers will benefit greatly with this new shallow draft tug."
The christening was attended by members of Captain Frank Moody's family and friends along with representatives from Delta Western, Foss Maritime, Saltchuk Resources and other organizations. A celebratory lunch reception was held at the shipyard following the event.
Captain Frank Moody was a respected and remarkable individual in many ways, said Ms. Humphreys. "Not the least of which -- 'a tug boat captain extraordinaire', as characterized by Captain Frank's family. With the christening of our new tug as the CAPT FRANK MOODY, we hope to adequately recognize and honor Captain Frank for his contribution to Delta Western as well as Frank's many years of dedicated service to the Western Alaska regions we serve."
The CAPT FRANK MOODY will depart the Foss Shipyard shortly after the christening ceremony and steam north for Bristol Bay, Alaska.
Delta Western is a leading independent marketer and distributor of petroleum products throughout Southeast, the Aleutian Chain and Western Alaska. Delta Western has been serving Alaskans since 1985. The company has fuel terminal facilities in Juneau, Wrangell, Yakutat, Haines, Dutch Harbor, Naknek, Dillingham, and the Pribilof Islands; and offices in Anchorage and Seattle. Delta Western operates retail gas stations; delivers home heating fuel; and provides direct fuel and lubricant deliveries through commercial and wholesale channels throughout Alaska. The company sells a variety of gasoline grades, heating fuel and diesel and aviation fuel.
Corporate Headquarters: Delta Western, 420 L Street, Suite 101, Anchorage, Alaska 99501; 800-478-2688; More about Delta Western, Inc.: www.deltawestern.com
Foss Maritime's two Pacific Northwest shipyards in Seattle, WA and Rainier, OR provide full service from naval architecture and marine engineering to vessel design, construction, and repair. Our team of experienced craftspeople provides cost-effective vessel repairs, major conversions and routine maintenance to commercial and recreational vessels. We service tugs, barges, workboats, passenger and car ferries, fishing fleets, fish processing vessels and government vessels.
On the leading edge of marine technology, engineering and boat building, the Foss Rainier shipyard constructs reliable, efficiently designed, and expertly crafted vessels. We offer new construction and repair of tugs, pilot boats, fireboats, barges and other workboats—and hybrid tug conversions. The Foss Seattle shipyard, one of the most completely equipped yards on the Pacific coast, offers full-service vessel repair and maintenance. Corporate Headquarters: Foss Shipyard, 660 West Ewing St. Seattle, WA 98119. 206-281-3806. More about Foss Shipyards: www.foss.com
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Tuesday, 15 February 2011 18:34 |
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Anchorage, Alaska—NorthStar Gas (NSG) announced today an alliance that will improve fuel and freight deliveries to remote Western Alaska communities. NSG is in the process of having its own shallow-draft fuel and deck cargo barge built in Portland, Ore. that will be operated by Delta Western.
The "Cauneq," a 162-foot long barge, will hit the water this April to make deliveries beginning in May. The "Cauneq," a Yupik word meaning ‘A place or thing to turn to,’ will be capable of carrying up to 200,000 gallons of fuel along with deck freight. In conjunction with the new barge, NorthStar Gas and Delta Western will work together in an effort to help stabilize fuel transportation costs in Western Alaska. The timing is important as the Obama Administration has proposed cutting heating fuel subsidies, and rural Alaskans are looking for ways to help offset those costs.
NSG is a Native member-owned fuel distributor made up of 16 Alaska Village Corporations and two Regional Corporations. NSG serves more than one hundred fifty businesses in nearly 50 villages in the Yukon, Kuskokwim and Coastal region and has delivered more than 43 million gallons of fuel. Delta Western, a leading Alaska fuel distributor, has been serving Alaska communities throughout the state for almost 30 years.
"This is great news for Western Alaska," said Elaine Brown, NorthStar Gas president. "Many of our customers are also owners of NorthStar Gas, so this important step of fuel barge-ownership is very meaningful."
The NSG-Delta Western alliance is a solid foundation for both companies to better serve Western Alaska communities. "We are pleased to have the opportunity to provide fuel service to the NSG communities," said Amy Humphreys, Delta Western president. "Our alliance with NSG is an exciting development, which we believe will benefit residents throughout Western Alaska."
"Fuel and freight services are significant costs for Western Alaskans," said Sen. Lyman Hoffman, D- Bethel. "This investment by NSG, a Native-owned organization, will provide the region with additional employment opportunities and a way to contribute toward stabilizing fuel transportation costs resulting in a tremendous benefit to my constituents."
"This shallow-draft barge will enable successful fuel and freight deliveries when the rivers are low, thereby providing reliable service. I applaud this Native-owned entity for their vision and dedication to their residents, businesses, and the public service entities of our region, "said Rep. Bob Herron, D-Bethel.
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Wednesday, 23 September 2009 17:55 |
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It is with great pleasure that I announce the eight deserving students selected for the 2008-2009 school year to receive the Delta Western Scholarship for Alaska’s Youth to Continue Higher Education.
Bethel Regional High School – Deanna Lynn Rodgers
Deanna is described by her principal as, “a quiet, but determined young scholar” and, “a good investment in our future.” The first person to attend college in her family, Deanna has set high goals for herself as she has through out her academic career, and will work feverishly until those goals are met. Here are just a few of the many extracurricular activities and programs Deanna participated in over the course of her high school career: volleyball, cross country, JROTC, Rural Alaska Mentoring, Big Brothers/Big Sisters and yearbook. Deanna will be attending the University of Alaska in Anchorage where she will begin her new venture of achieving her degree in Physical Therapy. After earning her degree, Deanna plans on working in rural Alaska where she can make positive contributions to her community.
Bristol Bay Borough High School – Shawna Cee Wilson
As a native of Bristol Bay Alaska, Shawna has grown up to appreciate her heritage and wants to continue her education in hopes of returning and making life better for as many people as she can. Shawna is described by her teachers as a natural leader, risk taker, with high standards for herself, unselfish and determined. As an aspiring business woman these characteristics will prove to be very important to her. As a student in high school, Shawna participated in many extra curricular and community activities outside of her academic career. Shawna participated in various Dump and Road clean up projects around Bristol Bay while also raising awareness for diabetes by completing a walk held there. Shawna will be attending the University of Alaska in Anchorage working towards a degree in Business and Accounting.
Dillingham High School – Blake Duncan Olson
To Blake Olson, education after high school is highly important. Always a hard worker Blake has held various jobs around Dillingham to which he has learned he wishes to further his formal education. As he stated in a personal letter, “I have worked in a grocery store for three years and discovered is it not what I want to be doing the rest of my life.” Blake will be attending the University of Alaska in Anchorage and although he is currently undecided on a definite career path he is set on making his future better and knows that college will help him do that. He says, “I truly want to work towards making a better future for myself so I can contribute to a better society for others.”
Haines High School – William Mack Hickman
Will Hickman was ranked first in his class and served as class valedictorian. He has worked hard academically and even harder outside of school serving to improve his community. Will has participated on the cross country and basketball teams, band and has been a member of the Haines High Schools’ National Honor Society chapter for two years. Outside of school Will has been an active member of the Boy Scouts for twelve years and one of only two boys in Haines to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout. Will is attending Northern Arizona University, where he plans to pursue a degree in Chemical Engineering and ultimately he hopes to work for a pharmaceutical company to which he says, “I may use my knowledge to help people live healthier, happier lives.”
Juneau-Douglas High School – Merijke Coenraad
Merijke has worked to achieve an impressive resume over the course of her high school education. From paid work experiences to numerous academic and community achievements, Merijke has worked extremely hard and has enjoyed every step of the way. As she says herself, “education has always been a big part of my life. I have always believed that success isn’t the end product, rather it is the process used to get there.” She has been involved with her Church for over twelve years and recently taking on responsibilities of a volunteer helping lead the summer vacation Bible school and acting as a teacher’s aide for the preschool Sunday school class. At her high school she was an active member of her student council taking various positions over four years from treasurer to junior class president. Although she is venturing outside of Alaska to attend Creighton University in California to pursue a degree in Elementary school education, Merijke plans to return to Alaska and teach in the rural villages of Northern Alaska.
Unalaska City High School – Samuel Lee Kyle
Samuel is known for loving architecture and engineering. While working hard in school, maintaining a part time job and as an active member of the Akutan Volunteer fire department, Samuel has also taken the initiative to further his ultimate goal of becoming an engineer/architect. Samuel has taken classes such as Drafting, CADD, Principles of Technology and more. Samuel has also taken on an eight week internship set up through a cooperative of the City of Unalaska that will allow him to gain imperative hands on experience in the field locally around Unalaska. Samuel will be attending the University of Alaska in Fairbanks to pursue his dream degree of civil engineering.
Wrangell High School – Michelle Kristina Villarma
Michelle has always been an active participant in sports taking leadership roles in Varsity Basketball, Volleyball, Girls Softball and coaching a local basketball league for the Parks and Recreation department. She has traveled around Alaska as an ambassador to the sports program, high school and Wrangell community. While staying active in sports, Michelle has also maintained very high academic standards for herself. Michelle has worked hard Graduating second in her class. She also graduated with 18 college credits in advanced math, English and also Emergency Technical Management. In addition to her participation in sports and dedication to achieving high academics, Michelle has also played a large role in her community by being an active member in the local volunteer fire department. Michelle will be attending the University of Alaska in Anchorage where she hopes to obtain a degree in sports medicine.
Yakutat High School – Esther Annette Esbenshade
Esther has been an active member of her student council for the entire four years of her high school career, while also maintaining a high GPA and participating in other activities such as sports and community service. Esther will be attending Northwest University here in Kirkland to pursue a degree in missionary studies with the ultimate goal to enter the mission’s field or go into ministry. |
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Monday, 10 August 2009 00:00 |
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Inlet Petroleum Company is pleased to announce the launch of its new website, which may be accessed at:
The website provides detailed information on the products we carry as well as the training and service opportunities we offer. Emphasized throughout the site is our commitment to customer service, employee training/ development, and safety in every aspect of our operations.
In addition, visitors to the site will have the opportunity to:
- Submit inquiries directly to our on-staff Certified Lubricant Specialists (CLS)
- Access product data sheets and MSDS information from our online library
- View a schedule of upcoming training events as well as submit requests for future training opportunities
- Access relevant forms and documentation such as credit and employment applications
- Learn more about IPC and the family of Saltchuk companies in the About link
We hope you will enjoy viewing the site. If you have comments, questions or suggestions please contact Chris at
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