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Domestic American Maritime Industry Booming
September 10, 2014
Industry Contributes Nearly $100 Billion to Economy, Supports Almost 500,000 U.S. Jobs & Is Meeting Demands of U.S. Energy Production
WASHINGTON – The U.S. House Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation today heard first hand about America’s booming domestic maritime industry from Mark Tabbutt, Chairman of the Board of Saltchuk, one of the country’s most recognized transportation and distribution companies, who was testifying on behalf of the American Maritime Partnership (AMP). Tabbutt told Subcommittee Chairman Duncan Hunter (R-Calif.) and Ranking Member Rep. John Garamendi (D-Calif.) that American maritime, supported by the Jones Act, is strong, vibrant, and growing.
Tabbutt testifying before the U.S. House Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation, September 9, 2014
“Our industry is experiencing an extraordinary renaissance and its contributions to America’s economic, national and homeland security have never been more important,” said Tabbutt. “The largest sector of our domestic marine transportation industry supports our energy infrastructure with the movement of crude, refined petroleum products, and chemicals and has seen dramatic growth as a result of the shale oil revolution. This is driving record levels of new vessel construction orders and deliveries in American shipyards.”
Tabbutt updated the subcommittee on the growth in domestic vessel construction and noted that the American shipyard sector is seeing a significant resurgence in construction for all types of vessels including containerships, roll-on/roll-off vessels, dredges, offshore supply vessels, large articulated tug-barges, and tankers. Tabbutt also noted that the state-of-the-art vessels being built are more productive, energy efficient, and environmentally friendly. America’s maritime industry is also reaching out to hire more veterans, Tabbutt said, through its Military2Maritime program with recent job fairs in Jacksonville, FL and Houston, TX.
Tabbutt talks with Committee Chairman Hunter
“The American domestic maritime industry is doing its part to help address the transportation changes. There are 22 new large tankers and articulated tug-barges under contract, not including options for future construction.” Tabbutt said. “We have inland shipyards in this country that are building and launching, on average, almost a new barge every single day of the year. New tugs and towing vessels are also being built to handle that increased demand.”
“We are very grateful for the opportunity to testify before the subcommittee to share the good news of America’s vibrant maritime sector,” said AMP Chairman Tom Allegretti. “This is an industry that is investing heavily in vessels, personnel and practices to ensure its continued ability to safely and efficiently meet the demands of its customers, as well as the nation’s transportation needs. This is an exciting time to be a part of a very dynamic industry.”
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American Maritime Partnership is the voice of the U.S. domestic maritime industry, a pillar of our nation‘s economic, national, and homeland security. More than 40,000 American vessels built in American shipyards, crewed by American mariners, and owned by American companies, operate in our waters 24/7. For more information, please visit www.americanmaritimepartnership.com
Sea Star Line recognized as one of the Top Ocean Carriers in Logistics Management’s 2014 Quest for Quality awards
September 4, 2014
Jacksonville, FL– Sea Star Line, LLC has been named one of the top ocean carriers in the 2014 Quest for Quality Awards conducted by Logistics Management magazine.
The rankings are based on survey results from more than 7450 individuals in the logistics industry. Scores were provided for five different categories: On-Time Performance, Value, Information Technology, Customer Service, and Equipment & Operations. The scores are presented by individual category and as a combined result that is weighted by each category’s importance – as determined by the shippers. Sea Star Line received one of the highest combined scores for all ocean carriers and was ranked third overall.
“We are extremely pleased to be recognized by our shipping partners and Logistics Management Magazine.” said Tim Nolan, Sea Star Line president. “Our team has been working intensely to streamline and improve our processes to match the needs of the Puerto Rico market. To be honored with this award confirms the alignment of our efforts.”
Nolan continued, “We will continue to cultivate the relationships we have with our clients, and create a value proposition that meets the needs of our customers.”
The results of the 2014 Quest for Quality Awards can be seen in the August 2014 edition of Logistics Management magazine, or at www.logisticsmgmt.com.
Saltchuk launches new digital magazine
September 4, 2014
Saltchuk launches new digital magazine
Saltchuk companies are coming together in a variety of ways, learn more about the incredible People of Saltchuk in our new digital magazine!
Check in regularly as we will add new features of employees around Saltchuk companies, in all capacities, that are living and promoting our values every day. The magazine can always be accessed from our home page, just click on Magazine to see the latest stories.
The magazine is hosted in a blog format so its easy to share. Share People of Saltchuk stories through Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn – or email a specific story – the tools are all at your fingertips!
CEO Rick Murrell carefully steering Tropical Shipping toward new horizon
The Florida-based Caribbean shipping powerhouse has joined Saltchuk Resources; Murrell “absolutely delighted.”
Saltchuk Resources, Inc. has announced the purchase of Florida-based Tropical Shipping and Construction Co., Ltd., a Caribbean shipping powerhouse led by Rick Murrell, whose four decades with the company date back to his touting of Tropical’s speedy service to potential Bahamian customers as an owner’s …
Marine Corps to TOTE Maritime, Totem Ocean welcomes new Alaska GM Grace Greene
Grace Greene definitely came prepared for her responsibilities as Alaska General Manager of Totem Ocean Trailer Express. Behind a nice smile and mild mannered exterior beats the heart of a true warrior – a fact which is borne out by one look at her resume.
Flying high
Two years after a tumor delayed his dip into Aloha Air Cargo’s pilot pool, Richard Cline continues to ascend.
Richard Cline is many things: A husband. A father. A veteran. An Ironman triathlete. The survivor of a cardiovascular tumor that would surely have killed a man less fit. An advocate for heart health across Hawaii, his home …
Saltchuk’s ambassador to the “other Washington”
An interview with Chris Coakley, Vice President of Government Affairs at Saltchuk
Chris Coakley has the distinction of being Saltchuk’s only employee in Washington – Washington D.C., that is. He spends his days on “The Hill,” educating lawmakers and advocating for issues that impact the Saltchuk family of companies.
Bringing the Buffalo back home
Back From the Edge of Extinction
Alaska’s wood bison are finally getting a home of their own – after a 100 year absence from central Alaska’s meadows and forests along the Yukon River, the Western Hemisphere’s …
Kona station agent names new Aloha plane
New Boeing 737-300 “stands tall with unselfish pride,” key to company’s growth
A ceremony to name and “bless” Aloha Air Cargo’s new Boeing 737-300 freighter took place under cloudy Hawaiian skies, a circumstance all too familiar to those who bear witness to the company’s many successes. “Honestly, it has always rained. Every time we have …
AGL Resources Closes Sale of Tropical Shipping to Saltchuk
September 2, 2014
ATLANTA- AGL Resources Inc. (NYSE: GAS) today announced it has closed the sale of its Tropical Shipping and Seven Seas Insurance businesses to a subsidiary of Seattle-based Saltchuk Resources, Inc.. As a result of the sale, AGL Resources received approximately $220 million in after-tax net proceeds and repatriated cash, subject to certain post-closing adjustments.
“We are excited to close this important transaction, and to further simplify our business to focus on our core competencies,” said Andrew W. Evans, executive vice president and chief financial officer of AGL Resources. “We have worked to be good stewards of the Tropical Shipping business, and have significant confidence in the management team in place. Further, we believe that Saltchuk represents the best ultimate owner to ensure that Tropical’s markets are served responsibly. We will greatly miss our interaction with all individuals involved but believe that we have served all constituents well.”
Alaska Pacific University Receives $150,000 Saltchuk Scholarship
July 25, 2014
Gift will provide opportunities in post-secondary education for Alaska students
Anchorage- Alaska Pacific University (APU) is pleased to announce a $150,000 scholarship from Saltchuk Alaska companies that will be awarded to support the education of APU students. Priority will be given to recipients from communities throughout the state where Saltchuk companies Carlile Transportation, Cook Inlet Tug & Barge/Foss, Delta Western/Inlet Petroleum, Northern Air Cargo and Totem Ocean Trailer Express operate. Those communities include: Anchorage; Aniak; Barrow; Bethel; Bristol Bay; Dillingham; Fairbanks; Haines; Juneau; Kenai Peninsula; King Salmon; Kodiak; Kotzebue; Homer; the North Slope Borough; Seward; Unalaska; Wrangell, and; Yakutat.
“The Saltchuk family of companies has had a long-time relationship with APU that dates back more than three decades. Through a wide-range of cross company collaboration and synergies the Saltchuk Alaska scholarship program with APU was created. We are prideful of our post-secondary education priority and especially that we are able to focus on the communities where our companies operate and our employees live and work in” said Harry McDonald, Managing Director Alaska.
The Saltchuk Alaska Scholarship is available to undergraduate and graduate students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher enrolled at least half time in any area of study at APU, an institution recognized around the world for its innovative curriculum of project-based education and collaborative learning community (learn more at www.alaskapacific.edu). In the spirit of knowledge sharing and learning as part of the scholarship program, recipients are required to participate in mentorship and job-shadowing with one of the Saltchuk family companies. Scholarship funds will be distributed in fall, 2014 and spring, 2015. “APU thanks Saltchuk for its generous gift which will help fuel APU’s spirit of Active Learning in many students from around Alaska,” said Don Bantz, APU President.
“This is a perfect partnership of passionate and trailblazing organizations that deeply understand the importance of education and giving back to their respective communities.”
About the Saltchuk Alaska Giving Committee: Saltchuk’s Alaska Regional Giving Committee is focused on making impactful gifts to the Alaskan communities in which we live, work and serve. The Saltchuk Alaska companies include Foss Maritime/ Cook Inlet Tug and Barge, Carlile Transportation, Delta Western/Inlet Petroleum, Northern Air Cargo and Totem Ocean Express. Learn more here.