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USMMA KPA-CPA News 011114
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Featured in this issue:
1. Happy New Year 2014!
2. USMMA – Midshipman Winter Leave
3. USMMA Sailing Foundation Offers 2014 Kings Point Waterfront Calendar
4. KPA-CPA Annual Conference Program 2014 - RESPONSE REQUEST
5. KPA-CPA Annual Chapter Report 2013 - DUE 123113!
6. ACADEMY NEWS
7. USMMA Holds Change of Command Ceremony
8. USMMA Change of Command Ceremony 2013 - December 16, 2013
9. Kings Point Waterfront – T/V KINGS POINTER Activity Update
10. USMMA’s Newest Training Vessel Completes First Training Cruise
11. USMMA Sports – Upcoming Events
12. USMMA All Sports Guide for 2013-14
13. USMMA Opens 2014 at NYU Holiday Classic Tomorrow Night
14. USMMA 2013-14 Men’s Basketball Media Guide Now Available!
15. USMMA 2013-14 Women’s Basketball Media Guide Now Available!
16. Balanced Attack Not Enough as Mariners Fall to Kenyon, 76-73
17. Mariners Drop 71- 59 Verdict to Clarkson
18. USMMA Hosts Stevens Tuesday Night
19. Mariners Record Three Pins in 31-15 Win Over Hunter
20. Merchant Marine Stays Perfect in Dual Meets with 127-90 Win over Hunter
21. Miller’s Career High 20 Points Not Enough in 81-69 Loss to Stevens
22. Women's Basketball Caps Saturday Double Header vs. Catholic
23. Mariners Return to Landmark Action Saturday vs. Catholic
24. Visit the Academy Web site: http://www.usmma.edu
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Academy Website Communications page http://www.usmma.edu/communications
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Academy Website Alumni Information page http://www.usmma.edu/alumni
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2013 Margins of Excellence Needs List http://www.usmma.edu/after-graduation/alumni/2013-margins-excellence-needs-list
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Guide to Gift Giving http://www.usmma.edu/after-graduation/gift-policy
25. Sea Year Greetings from our Midshipmen!
26. Kinder Morgan Announces Acquisition of Jones Act Shipping Tankers in U.S.
27. TSAC - subcommittee participants sought
28. Sharing A Holiday Dinner – Houston, Chesapeake & Delaware Shore Chapter Presidents
29. 2013 DOT Year in Review: Cargo flows on Saint Lawrence Seaway
30. Register Now for the National Maritime Strategy Symposium
31. KP Chesapeake Pistol Tournament - Saturday January 25, 2014 RSVP!
32. Shipbuilding’s Upswing – NASSCO’s Parker Larson Talks LNG Ships
33. ACP Reaffirms Its Commitment to Panama Canal Expansion
34. U.S. Ship Readied for Chemical Weapons Mission in Mediterranean
35. SOLAS, MARPOL Amendments Enter Into Force
36. NOAA: From The Newsroom
37. 2013 DOT Year in Review: MARAD puts its muscle behind freight
38. KP Chesapeake Valentine Jazz Brunch - Sunday February 9, 2014 RSVP!
39. World LNG Fuels 2014 Conference 2014
40. Coast Guard cutter to assist ice-bound ships in Antarctica
41. CMA Shipping 2014 - March 17,18,19
42. San Francisco Chapter Luncheon Meeting & Winter Luncheon Party Events
43. Los Angeles / Long Beach Chapter Meeting & Book Presentation
44. KP Alumni – Port of Houston Chapter Luncheon & Happy Hour Events
45. The Passing of Michael E. Ford (USMMA Class of 1960)
46. KPCWDC Luncheon featuring Rear Adm. Thomas K. Shannon
47. APSI Commences Production of Tanker for Joint Venture with Crowley
48. Great Number of American Marine Fleets Consider Fueling with LNG
49. Maersk's New Americas Company, SeaLand, to Commence in 2015
50. SUNY Maritime College Seeks President
51. DNV GL Supports Growing Momentum to LNG as Ship Fuel
52. The Passing of Jerry Kryschtal (USMMA Class of 1971)
53. American Market Again Chooses MAN B&W ME-GI
54. Charting Paperless Navigation in U.S. Waters
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Featured in this issue: (continued)
55. Navy to Christen Fourth Joint High Speed Vessel
56. Mobile Chapter Luncheon January 13, 2014
KPA-CPA
“Tell America!” “Tell America About Kings Point and the U.S. Merchant Marine!"
1. Happy New Year 2014!
“Two roads diverged in a wood, and I - I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference.”
“Freedom lies in being bold.”
― Robert Frost
Wishing all a great New Year filled with happiness and success!
2. USMMA – Midshipman Winter Leave
Attribution: USMMA Website – www.usmma.edu ACADEMY COMMUNICATIONS http://www.usmma.edu/communications
Media Advisory: December 20, 2013, Department of External Affairs, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
Calendar Of Events http://www.usmma.edu/calendar
Winter Leave - Friday, December 20, 2013 - 1:00pm, http://www.usmma.edu/event/winter-leave
Winter Leave Ends - Sunday, January 5, 2014 - 12:00pm, http://www.usmma.edu/event/winter-leave-ends
Restriction and Watches in effect at 1200, Midshipmen Officers report at 1200
Leave expires for all midshipmen at 1800
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3. USMMA Sailing Foundation Offers 2014 Kings Point Waterfront Calendar
Attribution: Kings Point Waterfront – Facebook.
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kings-Point-Waterfront/470196990267?ref=stream
“The 2014 Kings Point Waterfront Calendar is now available! Donors to the Sailing Foundation should get theirs in the mail by the
Holidays. Copies are available to all, with funding going to support our Sailors available at the link below.
Thanks for your support!”
Kings Point Waterfront 2014 By USMMA Sailing Foundation
Calendar January 2014 (12 Months), Price: $14.99, Ships in 3-5 business days
The Annual Calendar of Photos from this year featuring the vessels and sailors of the Kings Point Waterfront and USMMA Sailing
Foundation. Click link to preview or purchase:
http://www.lulu.com/shop/usmma-sailing-foundation/kings-point-waterfront-2014/calendar/product-21321689.html
The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Sailing Foundation (http://www.usmmasailingfoundation.org/)
The USMMA Sailing Foundation
The USMMA Sailing Foundation, Inc. initiated the current yacht donation program as a natural addition to our fund raising efforts
and actively solicits the donation of sail and power vessels for use in the various waterfront programs, maritime instruction,
intercollegiate sailing competitions, and intramural sports.
These tax-deductible donations provide needed support to the Academy for activities not funded by Congressional appropriations.
Make a Donation to the USMMA Sailing Foundation
(http://www.usmmasailingfoundation.org/index.php/Donations/make-a-donation-to-the-usmma-sailing-foundation.html)
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4. KPA-CPA Annual Conference Program 2014
- RESPONSE REQUEST
USMMA KP Alumni - Chapter Presidents Alliance
KPA-CPA Annual Leadership Conference 2014
A Communication Forum hosted by the KPA-CPA, and attended by all interested Kings Point Alumni
The USMMA KP Alumni - Chapter Presidents Alliance, Inc. - Annual Leadership Conference 2014 planning and scheduling
are underway. The KPA-CPA Conference Program is a Communication Forum hosted by the KPA-CPA, and attended by all
interested Kings Point Alumni. Due to a number of issues, we did not receive a sufficient number of respondents for our
Conference attempt in 2013.
All 128+ KPA-CPA Chapters worldwide are requested to provide input to this process. Please complete the following planning
questionnaire and return your responses as soon as possible. Simply clip the text and submit your valued input. Thank You!
KPA-CPA Annual Conference 2014 - Planning Questionnaire
KPA-CPA Chapter: ___________________________________________________________________________________
Chapter President: (Name) _______________________________________________________________ (KP Year) _____
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Commitment to attend 2014 Conference? (Y) __ (N) __
Schedule Date Preferred? (Quarter) __________ (Month) ____________ Specific Date(s) _____________________________
Location? (1) Kings Point ____ (2) MITAGS / CCMIT Baltimore ______ (3) Other Location Preferred _____________________
Format Preferred? (Choose options) Thursday Dinner Program _____ Friday Full-Day ____ Saturday Workshop ____
Other Suggestions / Comments ___________________________________________________________________________
Mail to: Gary G. Hicks ’76 – Chairman & President, USMMA KP Alumni - Chapter Presidents Alliance, Inc.,
42 Idlewild St, Bel Air, MD 21014 Tel: (410) 420-0080 E-mail: kpa-cpa@kpa-cpa.com Web: http://www.kpa-cpa.com
USMMA KPA-CPA - 128+ USMMA KP Alumni Chapters worldwide, working together in Mission Support to Kings Point!
5. KPA-CPA Annual Chapter Report 2013 - DUE 123113!
The KPA-CPA Annual Chapter Report is requested to assist our KP Alumni Chapters in their support of the Mission of their
Chapter and the KPA-CPA, Inc. The stated goals encourage our Chapters to support the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, the
Regiment of Midshipmen, the Alumni and the U.S. Merchant Marine.
There are thirty-eight defined goals presented that encourage Chapter Mission Support. The goals are divided into 3 sections:
Basic Goals, Alumni Support Goals, and Academy Support Goals
The Report Form is posted to our web site Home Page – KPA-CPA Annual Chapter Report 2013
http://kpa-cpa.com/USMMAAF%20CPC/KPA-CPA%20AnnualChapterReport%20123113.doc
The USMMA KP Alumni - Chapter Presidents Alliance, Inc. encourages Mission Support of the Academy, and the goals set
forth in the Academy Strategic Plan.
"The Chapters shall exist to serve, assist and perpetuate the United States Merchant Marine Academy, its Regiment of
Midshipmen, faculty, staff, alumni and the United States Merchant Marine…”
USMMA KPA-CPA - 128+ USMMA KP Alumni Chapters worldwide, working together in Mission Support to Kings Point!
6. ACADEMY
NEWS
We congratulate the Department of External Affairs, for their outstanding work of “upgrading“ the Academy website!
Visit the site for up-to-date ACADEMY COMMUNICATIONS http://www.usmma.edu/communications
Director of External Affairs, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, 300 Steamboat Road, Wiley Hall, Kings Point,
New York 11024 ExternalAffairs@usmma.edu Ofc: 516-726-6048 Fax: 516-773-5582
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7. USMMA Holds Change of Command Ceremony
Attribution: USMMA Website – www.usmma.edu ACADEMY COMMUNICATIONS http://www.usmma.edu/communications
Media Advisory: January 8, 2014, Department of External Affairs, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
http://www.usmma.edu/about/communications/usmma-holds-change-command-ceremony
KINGS POINT, N.Y., January 6, 2104 – On December 16, 2013, the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) held a Change of
Command Ceremony in Ackerman Auditorium where Commanding Officers of five companies, two battalions, and the Regiment of Midshipmen
were relieved of their duties by classmates who will serve in their positions for the second half of Academic Year 2013-2014.
For seven decades at USMMA, the Regiment of Midshipmen has been led by midshipmen officers, appointed by the Superintendent to establish
and maintain accountability, good order and discipline, and esprit de corps within the Regiment. The ceremony acknowledges that a transfer of
authority has taken place and demonstrates to all hands that Regiment is never without leadership. The highlight of the Change of Command
Ceremony is the reading of official orders by the relieving officer and the officer to be relieved. Command passes when the outgoing officer
presents arms, and says “I am ready to be relieved.” The incoming officer renders a hand salute and says “I relieve you, Sir.” This exchange is
initiated by each officer to be relieved.
The outgoing Regimental Commander, Midshipman 1/C Kevin Berto, was relieved by Midshipman Connor McGowan, who takes charge of the
Regiment of Midshipmen through the end of the academic year. Berto,from Lake Forrest, Illinois said, “Serving as Regimental Commander was
challenging, and even more so, rewarding. I am grateful for the opportunity to have influenced the development of my peers and
underclassmen. It was a joy to work with my fellow midshipmen officers and learn from Regimental Training Officer, Commander McCarthy,
Commandant of Midshipmen, Captain Kennedy, and Superintendent, Rear Admiral Helis, and the faculty, all of whom are generously involved in
the Regiment's continued betterment. The turnover process in passing command to M/N Connor McGowan allowed me to reflect on the
obstacles overcome, lessons learned, and good times had since last May when I accepted command from Midshipman Daniel Galginaitis.
Midshipman Connor McGowan and I volunteered as drill instructors, and it feels right to turn over the position to an enthusiastic and thoughtful
leader. I know that as Regimental Commander, M/N CAPT McGowan will thoroughly enjoy the interactions with the midshipmen, faculty, and
alumni.”
The new Regimental Commander, Midshipman Captain McGowan, of Bath, Maine said, “I'm excited and glad to be able to work with the
members of the regiment. I know we are all capable of operating at a high level of professionalism. I look to serving the Regiment of
Midshipmen in every capacity that I can."
Along with the change in Regimental Commander, the following First Classmen participated in the Change of Command Ceremony:
Band Company: MIDN LCDR Adam Wood was relieved by MIDN LCDR Patrick Finneran
1st Battalion: MIDN CDR Brandon DeLarosa was relieved MIDN CDR John Demederios
1st Company: MIDN Kathryn McKenna was relieved by MIDN LCDR Robert Femia
2nd Company: MIDN LCDR Joseph Dunn was relieved by MIDN LCDRAndrew Donohue
2nd Battalion: MIDN CDR Tyler Russel was relieved by MIDN CDR Frederick Ebers
3rd Company: MIDN LCDR Thomas Treat was relieved by MIDN LCDR Tyler Washington
4th Company: MIDN LCDR Phillip Walker was relieved by MIDN LCDR Jacob Joseph
Regimental Executive Officer: MIDN CDR Antoine Picou was relieved by MIDN CDR Zachary Adema
Rear Admiral James A. Helis congratulated the Academy’s newest Regimental Officers and wished them success. “You have been chosen to
lead the Regiment of Midshipmen because you possess the qualities that make good leaders. I wish you success in your new roles. May your
example inspire those who will follow in your footsteps.”
8. USMMA Change of Command Ceremony 2013 - December 16, 2013
Attribution: Photographic credit to Midshipman Jorjaine Guasch (Waipahu, HI), Class of 2017, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
Posted: M/N Guasch & Hageboeck 2017 -- Change of Command Ceremony 2013 – December 16, 2013
https://picasaweb.google.com/111336988680407575770/MNGuaschHageboeck2017ChangeOfCommandCeremony2013
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9. Kings Point Waterfront – T/V KINGS POINTER Activity Update
Attribution: Kings Point Waterfront – Facebook. Photo Credit: USMMA - Kings Point Waterfront
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kings-Point-Waterfront/470196990267?fref=ts
(Posted 010814) TV Kings Pointer at the NOAA Marine Operations Center
Atlantic in Norfolk. Any alumni or friends interested in a tour tomorrow while
we are in town send us a message.
(Posted 011014) Kings Pointer outbound Norfolk- headed to sea for a few
days.
(Posted 010914) Final preps and drills today aboard the Kings Pointer.
headed to sea tomorrow for a few days to support a MarAd / DOD mission.
(Posted 010914) Norfolk Navy Sea Cadets aboard Kings Pointer today.
10. USMMA’s Newest Training Vessel Completes First Training Cruise
Attribution: USMMA Website – www.usmma.edu ACADEMY COMMUNICATIONS http://www.usmma.edu/communications
Media Advisory: December 6, 2013, Department of External Affairs, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
http://www.usmma.edu/about/communications/usmma%E2%80%99s-newest-training-vessel-completes-first-training-cruise
Click link for complete article (previously posted in USMMA KPA-CPA News 121513):
http://www.usmma.edu/about/communications/usmma%E2%80%99s-newest-training-vessel-completes-first-training-cruise
Editorial Note: First training voyage on the Kings Pointer
Attribution: Kings Point Waterfront – Facebook. Photo Credit: USMMA - Kings Point Waterfront
Click link for slide show! First training voyage on the Kings Pointer http://albums.phanfare.com/isolated/doQ5EFpB/1/6318428
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11. USMMA Sports – Upcoming Events
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com
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Friday, Jan. 3 Men's Basketball vs. Kenyon 8:00 PM NYU Holiday Classic
Saturday, Jan. 4 Wrestling at Hunter 7:00 PM
Saturday, Jan. 4 Men's Basketball vs. Clarkson 5:00 PM NYU Holiday Classic
Tuesday, Jan. 7 Women's Swimming & Diving vs. Hunter 6:00 PM
Tuesday, Jan. 7 Men's Basketball vs. Stevens 7:00 PM
Friday, Jan. 10 Women's & Men’s Track & Field at NYC Gotham Cup 10:00 AM New York, NY
Saturday, Jan. 11 Wrestling at North / South Duals 10:00 AM
Saturday, Jan. 11 Women's & Men’s Swimming & Diving at Goucher / Drew 1:00 PM
Saturday, Jan. 11 Men's Basketball (2:00 PM) & Women's Basketball (4:00 PM) vs. Catholic 2:00 PM
Sunday, Jan. 12 Women's & Men’s Swimming & Diving at Catholic 11:00 AM
Tuesday, Jan. 14 Women's & Men’s Swimming & Diving vs. St. Joseph's (LI) 6:00 PM
Tuesday, Jan. 14 Men's Basketball vs. Trinity (CT) 7:00 PM
Wednesday, Jan. 15 Women's Basketball vs. Scranton 7:00 PM
Saturday, Jan. 18 Wrestling at Mount St. Vincent 11:00 AM
Saturday, Jan. 18 Wrestling vs. McDaniel at Washington and Lee 11:00 AM
Saturday, Jan. 18 Wrestling at Washington and Lee 3:30 PM
Saturday, Jan. 18 Women's & Men’s Swimming & Diving vs. Coast Guard 1:00 PM Senior Day
Saturday, Jan. 18 Men's Basketball (2:00 PM) & Women's Basketball (4:00 PM) at Susquehanna
Monday, Jan. 20 Women's Basketball at New Rochelle 1:00 PM
Wednesday, Jan. 22 Women's Basketball vs. NYU Poly 5:00 PM
Wednesday, Jan. 22 Men's Basketball vs. Moravian 7:00 PM
Thursday, Jan. 23 Wrestling vs. TCNJ 7:00 PM
Thursday, Jan. 23 Women's & Men’s Swimming & Diving vs. York / Old Westbury 6:00 PM
Friday, Jan. 24 Women's & Men’s Track & Field at NYC Team Challenge 10:00 AM
Friday, Jan. 24 Men's Swimming & Diving at NYU 6:00 PM
Saturday, Jan. 25 Wrestling at Ursinus 11:00 AM
Saturday, Jan. 25 Wrestling at Gettysburg 1:30 PM
Saturday, Jan. 25 Men's Basketball (2:00 PM) & Women's Basketball (4:00 PM) vs. Juniata
Wednesday, Jan. 29 Men's Basketball (7:00 PM) & Women's Basketball (7:00 PM) at Drew
Saturday, Feb. 1 Women's & Men’s Track & Field at Albright Invitational 11:00 AM Reading, PA
Saturday, Feb. 1 Wrestling at All-Academy Championships 10:00 AM
Saturday, Feb. 1 Men's Basketball (2:00 PM) & Women's Basketball (6:00 PM) at Catholic
Tuesday, Feb. 4 Women's Basketball vs. Vaughn 5:30 PM
Wednesday, Feb. 5 Men's Basketball vs. Scranton 7:00 PM
12. USMMA All Sports Guide for 2013-14
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com
2013-14 USMMA All Sports Guide
Click to download! http://www.usmmasports.com/General/2013-14/2013-14_All-Sports_Guide.pdf
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13. USMMA Opens 2014 at NYU Holiday Classic Tomorrow Night
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com USMMA Men’s Basketball – January 2, 2014
http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/mbkb/2013-14/releases/20140102nwickw
Games 10 & 11
Merchant Marine vs. Kenyon, January 3, 2014 - 8:00 PM
Merchant Marine vs. Clarkson, January 4, 2014 - 5:00 PM
Complete Game Notes (PDF)
(http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/mbkb/2013-14/files/MBB_Game_Notes_10_-_11_at_NYU_Holiday_Classic.pdf)
2013-14 Game Notes Archive (http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/mbkb/2013-14/Game_Notes)
2013-14 Men's Basketball Media Guide (http://static.psbin.com/f/a/ix7mm3hx7nvcb2/2013-14_MBB_Media_Guide_LR.pdf)
Head Coach Danny Nee
Setting the Scene... The USMMA men's basketball team takes the court for the first time in 2014 at the NYU Holiday Classic with
match-ups against Kenyon and Clarkson. The Mariners have won three of their last four games, most recently defeating Potsdam
St., 98-91. Kenyon has won four straight entering the weekend while Clarkson is the winner of back-to-back games as they come
to New York.
Series History... Merchant Marine will be playing its first-ever game against Kenyon on Friday night. The Mariners are 1-1all-time
against Clarkson with both meetings occurring in the 1950's.
Ending the Year with a Bang... USMMA posted a season high 51.6 shooting percentage in a 98-91 triumph over Potsdam St.
that closed out the 2013 calendar year. Merchant Marine had five players reach double figures as Nick Sergio (Patchogue, NY)
led the way with 20 points and eight rebounds.
"Hatz" Off... George Hatzioannides (Oakland Gardens, NY) posted a fourth straight double digit points performance against
Potsdam St. and also established a career high with nine assists. That game served as the sophomore's first start of the year as
he completes his comeback to playing shape after returning from sea.
Landmark Conference Notebook... Catholic, Goucher, and Juniata are the three remaining unbeaten teams in the league, all
sitting at 1-0. Only Drew and Susquehanna are winless while the Mariners are the only team to have played more than two
games.
Scouting the Lords... Kenyon is paced by the 18.7 points and 10.2 rebounds per game of Ikenna Nwadibia. Brian Lebowitz has
been a force in the middle with 15.4 points and 1.2 blocks per game. The Lords are just 1-2 away from home this season while
shooting 44.5 percent from the field en route to their 5-4 overall record.
Scouting the Golden Knights... Four players are averaging double digits in points for Clarkson as John Coleman leads the way
with 19.3 points per game. The Golden Knights have been even with its opposition on the glass in 2013-14, grabbing and
surrendering 33.7 rebounds per game. Clarkson is shooting over 40 percent from three-point range this year.
Up Next... USMMA returns home for a non-conference clash against Stevens on January 7.
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14. USMMA 2013-14 Men’s Basketball Media Guide Now Available!
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com USMMA Men’s Basketball – December 20, 2013
http://usmmasports.com/information/Basketball_Media_Guides
Click link to view http://usmmasports.com/sports/mbkb/2013-14/files/2013-14_MBB_Media_Guide_LR.pdf
15. USMMA 2013-14 Women’s Basketball Media Guide Now Available!
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com USMMA Women’s Basketball – December 20, 2013
http://usmmasports.com/information/Basketball_Media_Guides
Click link to view http://usmmasports.com/sports/wbkb/2013-14/files/2013-14_WBB_Media_Guide_LR.pdf
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16. Balanced Attack Not Enough as Mariners Fall to Kenyon, 76-73
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com USMMA Men’s Basketball – January 3, 2014
http://usmmasports.com/sports/mbkb/2013-14/releases/20140104xi3snn
Manhattan, NY – All 10 Merchant Marine players who saw action Friday night totaled at least two points and two rebounds in a 7673 loss at the hands of Kenyon in the opening day of the NYU Holiday Classic. Senior Nick Sergio (Patchogue, NY) recorded 14
points and seven rebounds while classmate Zach Karczewski (Austin, TX) posted eight points and nine rebounds. Scott Dennin
(Gilbertsville, PA) also reached double figures with 11 points. USMMA outrebounded Kenyon, 49-32, but was unable to overcome
the Lords shooting percentage of over 60 percent in the second half.
Kenyon (6-4) played an even first half with the Mariners as neither team was able to build a cushion larger than four points. The
Lords relied on the offense of Ikenna Nwadibia, who totaled a game high 22 points and was 10-of-13 at the free throw line. Julian
Paviln hit a trifecta just before halftime, as part of his 18 points, to send the two teams into the intermission locked at 31-31.
Merchant Marine (5-5) committed only two turnovers in second half but found themselves down six points after a Danny Collins
(Sleepy Hollow, NY) layup and two free throws from David Smith (Lakewood, WA). Smith finished the night with eight points while
Collins tallied six points and four rebounds in his first game back from injury.
However, the Lords would put together a string of hot shooting and led 64-50 with 8:07 remaining following a Brian Comey lay-in.
USMMA closed the gap to 70-65 at the 1:21 mark on the strength of a Collins offensive rebound and tip-in. Merchant Marine
continued its comeback and climbed within two points at 73-71 as Hunter Jones (Goodyear, AZ) drained a jumper with 44
seconds on the clock.
Jones had eight points on four-of-six shooting and it was the freshman who let go of the final shot with the Mariners trailing 76-73.
After the two sides traded free throws, the Mariners inbounded the ball with just five seconds left. Jones let go of a three-pointer
but the shot was off the mark and USMMA was unable to get off another attempt.
Merchant Marine returns to action tomorrow in the final day of the NYU Holiday Classic for a 5:00 pm tip-off against Clarkson.
Full Stats: Kenyon vs. Merchant Marine @ Coles Sports Center/Manhattan, NY, 1/3/2014 at 8:00 PM
http://usmmasports.com/sports/mbkb/2013-14/boxscores/20140103_bhve.xml
17. Mariners Drop 71- 59 Verdict to Clarkson
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com USMMA Men’s Basketball – January 4, 2014
http://usmmasports.com/sports/mbkb/2013-14/releases/20140104c9m2so
Manhattan, NY – The USMMA men's basketball team fell to Clarkson, 71-59, Saturday afternoon in the final game of the NYU
Holiday Classic. Zach Karczewski (Austin, TX) posted a team high 18 points while freshman Matthew Miller (Augusta, GA) added
10 points. Scott Dennin (Gilbertsville, PA) filled up the stat line with nine points, six rebounds, four assists, three blocks, and two
steals.
Merchant Marine (5-6) built an early 9-4 lead as Miller, Dennin, and Kyle Yong (Wellington, FL) knocked down three straight shots.
The Mariners shot 44.2 percent (23-52) from the field for the game but was unable to overcome 21 total turnovers. The Golden
Knights would net the final seven points of the first half and held a 33-27 advantage at the intermission.
Clarkson (6-3) had three players finish in double digits, including a game high 19 points from Marques Charlton. The Golden
Knights earned 22 more free throw attempts than the Mariners, shooting 71.4 percent (25-35) at the charity stripe. Felix Abongo
dished out five assists while Clarkson committed just 12 turnovers during the game.
The Golden Knight lead reached 10 points at the 15:24 mark of the second half following a Charles McCallister three-pointer.
Karczewski cut the USMMA deficit to 47-41 with 10:40 to play following a conventional three-point play. Clarkson would then go
on a 10-1 run to build a 57-42 cushion, capped by another trifecta.
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USMMA would continue to fight and closed to within six points with 2:57 on the clock as a Miller lay-up made it 61-55. However,
that would be the closest the Mariners would get as Clarkson went on to pick up the 71-59 victory.
Merchant Marine returns to the court Tuesday night as they welcome Stevens to O'Hara Hall for a 7:00 pm tip-off.
Full Stats: Merchant Marine vs. Clarkson @ Coles Sports Center/Manhattan, NY, 1/4/2014 at 5:00 PM
http://usmmasports.com/sports/mbkb/2013-14/boxscores/20140104_lqhf.xml
18. USMMA Hosts Stevens Tuesday Night
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com USMMA Men’s Basketball – January 6, 2014
http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/mbkb/2013-14/releases/201401069yunad
Game 12 - Merchant Marine vs. Stevens, Kings Point, NY - O'Hara Hall (1,211)
Complete Game Notes (PDF)
(http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/mbkb/2013-14/files/MBB_Game_Notes_12_vs._Stevens.pdf)
2013-14 Game Notes Archive (http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/mbkb/2013-14/Game_Notes)
2013-14 Men's Basketball Media Guide (http://static.psbin.com/f/a/ix7mm3hx7nvcb2/2013-14_MBB_Media_Guide_LR.pdf)
Setting the Scene... The USMMA men's basketball team plays just its third home game of the season Tuesday night as Stevens
comes to O'Hara Hall. The Mariners are coming off of back-to-back losses at the NYU Holiday Classic against Kenyon and
Clarkson. The Ducks have won four straight, including two Empire 8 victories to open their league slate.
Series History... Merchant Marine owns a 32-11 advantage in the all-time series against Stevens. However, the Ducks entered
last year's meeting ranked 24th in the country and claimed a 66-56 decision. In that game, both Nick Sergio (Patchogue, NY) and
Andrew Williams (Lantana, TX) recorded a double-double.
Home Sweet Home... The Mariners are a perfect 2-0 at home this season as they enter a three game home stand. USMMA is
averaging 90.5 points per game inside O'Hara Hall in victories over Maritime (NY) and Potsdam St. Merchant Marine posted a 64 record in Kings Point, NY in the 2012-13 campaign.
Balanced Attack... All 10 Merchant Marine players who saw action Friday night against Kenyon totaled at least two points and
two rebounds. Sergio recorded 14 points and seven rebounds while Zach Karczewski (Austin, TX) posted eight points and nine
rebounds. Scott Dennin (Gilbertsville, PA) also reached double figures with 11 points.
Statistical Ranking... Merchant Marine currently leads the Landmark Conference with a rebounding margin of +7.9 per game.
That also ranks USMMA in the top-30 in NCAA Division III. The Mariners also top the Landmark stats in blocks and total
rebounds per game.
Landmark Conference Notebook... Catholic, Goucher, and Juniata are the three remaining unbeaten teams in the league, all
sitting at 1-0. Juniata is 10-2 overall on the year and received votes in the latest national poll. Scranton is also 10-2 but is 1-1 in
Landmark play after suffering a defeat at the hands of Merchant Marine.
Scouting the Ducks... Stevens will be playing just its second road game of the season and lost its only other away contest at
Rutgers-Newark. Matt Skrelja paces the Ducks offense with 14.9 points per game while Andrew Meszaros is pulling down 7.0
rebounds per game.
Up Next... USMMA returns to Landmark Conference action next time out Saturday against Catholic at 2:00 pm.
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19. Mariners Record Three Pins in 31-15 Win Over Hunter
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com USMMA Wrestling – January 4, 2014
http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/wrest/2013-14/releases/201401072k1b89
New York, NY - The USMMA wrestling team got pins from Jack Walsh (Glen Allen, VA), Ben Stallings (Fairfax, VA), and Josh
Miller (Jackson Hole, WY) against Hunter en route to a 31-15 victory over the weekend. Mike Mui (Hingham, MA) improved his
record to 7-2 at 125 pounds with a 7-4 decision over Kenneth Albert.
Jack Walsh
Nathan Twito (Ames, IA) picked up a 12-4 major decision at 141 pounds while the Hawks forfeited six points to the Mariners at
197 pounds. Miller's result at 174 pounds ties him for the team lead with four pins this season.
Merchant Marine is now 2-1 this season in dual meets as they head to the North South Duals on Saturday to take on Oneonta,
WPI, Kings, and Wesleyan (CT).
125 - Mike Mui (USMMA) dec. Kenneth Albert (HC), 7-4; 3-0
133 - Stpehen Drew (HC) WBF Isaac Hammonds (USMMA), 6:58; 3-6
141 - Nathan Twito (USMMA) maj. dec. Mariana Olalde (HC), 12-4; 7-6
149 - Jack Walsh (USMMA) WBF David Naupari (HC), 1:17; 13-6
157 - Ben Stallings (USMMA) WBF Declan Gray (HC), 4:54; 19-6
165 - Nicholas Wilke (HC) dec. Bernard Watson (USMMA), 6-2; 19-9
174 - Josh Miller (USMMA) WBF RJ Paquette (HC), 0:51; 25-9
184 - Dennis Melendez (HC) dec. Sam Fry (USMMA), 9-4; 25-12
197 - Tyler Russell (USMMA) wins by forfeit; 31-12
HWT - Patryk Kopczynski (HC) dec. Brian Walker (USMMA), 4-2 (OT); 31-15
EX (133) - Stephen Drew (HC) dec. Tom Healy (USMMA), 8-1
EX (141) - Nathan Twito (USMMA) dec. Monil Shah (HC), 8-1
EX (141) - Jack Walsh (USMMA) maj. dec. David Naupari (HC), 8-0
EX (157) - Jayson Kim (HC) dec. Mike Maye (USMMA), 8-3
EX (174) - Dennis Melendez WBF Patrick Rooney (USMMA), 2:27
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20. Merchant Marine Stays Perfect in Dual Meets with 127-90 Win over Hunter
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com USMMA Women’s Swimming & Diving – January 7, 2014
http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/wswimdive/2013-14/releases/20140108ydedtb
Kings Point, NY – The USMMA women's swimming and diving team improved its dual meet record to 3-0 Tuesday night with a
127-90 triumph over Hunter College. Catherine Don (Quincy, IL) recorded victories in the 100 fly and 1000 freestyle, setting a
lifetime best in the latter with a time of 11:52.73. Jacqueline White (Oradell, NJ) was named Mariner of the Meet after taking first
in the 100 backstroke and shaving three seconds off her season best, touching the wall in 1:03.89.
Catherine Don
"This is a great start to the second half of the season," said Head Coach Sean Tedesco. "I look forward to this weekend against
conference opponents."
Alexandra Biehn (Burnsville, MN) notched season best times as she won the 200 and 500 freestyle. Freshman Nina Demet (Lake
Forest, IL) also picked up a pair of victories with first-place in the 50 and 100 freestyle. Emily Boyson (Garland, TX) clocked in at
2:29.72 in the 200 IM while Jolyn Green (Riverside, CA) had a season best 1:11.78 in the 100 breaststroke.
The Mariners will take on three conference opponents on the road this weekend, beginning with dual meets against Goucher and
Drew on Saturday. USMMA will then take on Catholic Sunday afternoon before heading back to Kings Point.
Results: USMMA vs Hunter College January 7, 2014
http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/wswimdive/2013-14/files/Results_vs._Hunter.pdf
21. Miller’s Career High 20 Points Not Enough in 81-69 Loss to Stevens
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com USMMA Men’s Basketball – January 7, 2014
http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/mbkb/2013-14/releases/20140107ue14f2
Matthew Miller
Kings Point, NY – Freshman Matthew Miller (Augusta, GA) dropped in a career high 20 points but USMMA suffered an 81-69
setback to Stevens Tuesday night inside O'Hara Hall. Patrick Sabatino recorded a game high 27 points as the Ducks shot 48.3
percent from the field. Seniors Nick Sergio (Patchogue, NY) and Zach Karczewski (Austin, TX) both finished with a double-double
in the loss.
Stevens (7-3) jumped out to an early 9-2 lead following a huge dunk from Sabatino. The Ducks limited USMMA to 32 percent
shooting in the first half, including 2-of-11 from three-point range. Sabatino converted a conventional three-point play with 4:04
remaining in the half to make it a 32-22 game. However, the Mariners would end the period on a 7-2 spurt that sent them into the
locker room trailing by only five, 34-29.
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Merchant Marine (5-7) had the momentum early in the second half as a Miller trifecta paved the way for the Mariners to knot the
game at 36-36. Over the next four minutes Stevens retook control of the contest and built a 53-41 edge following a Kenny Gan
layup. The lead reached as many as 14 points with 5:55 left to play before USMMA mounted a late charge.
David Smith (Lakewood, WA) drained a trey at the 2:00 minute mark as Merchant Marine climbed back to with six points at 67-61.
The Mariners would come up empty on their next couple of possessions and the Ducks went a perfect 12-of-12 on free throw
attempts down the stretch to seal the 81-69 decision.
Sergio totaled 13 points along with 12 rebounds on the night while Karczewski had 14 points and 11 rebounds despite playing in
foul trouble. USMMA turned the ball over 15 times in the game, which led to 28 points. The Mariners also struggled at the free
throw line, shooting 50 percent (12-24) at the charity stripe.
The USMMA men's basketball team returns to conference action Saturday against Catholic for a 2:00 pm tip-off.
Full Stats: STEVENS at Merchant Marine @ Kings Point, NY - O'Hara Hall 1/7/2014 at 7:00 PM
http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/mbkb/2013-14/boxscores/20140107_pbj4.xml
22. Women's Basketball Caps Saturday Double Header vs. Catholic
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com USMMA Women’s Basketball – January 9, 2014
http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/wbkb/2013-14/releases/20140109uct2fa
Game 10 – Merchant Marine vs. Catholic January 11, 2014 - 4:00 PM, Kings Point, NY - O'Hara Hall (1,211)
Complete Game Notes (PDF) http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/wbkb/2013-14/files/WBB_Game_Notes_10_vs._Catholic.pdf
2013-14 Game Notes Archive http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/wbkb/2013-14/Game_Notes
2013-14 Media Guide http://www.usmmasports.com/information/Basketball_Media_Guides
Setting the Scene... The USMMA women's basketball team plays its first game of 2014 Saturday afternoon against Landmark
Conference rival Catholic. The Mariners final game of 2013 was a 62-50 loss to Rutgers-Camden inside O'Hara Hall. The
Cardinals will be riding a six game winning streak into Kings Point, defeating Gwynedd Mercy, 84-72, on Monday night.
Series History... Catholic leads the all-time series against Merchant Marine, 9-3, defeating USMMA twice in 2012-13. The
Mariners last defeated the Cardinals in the 2009-10 season. In last year's meeting in Kings Point, which ended 72-49, no USMMA
player reached double digits in points.
Finding Her Range... Demi VanDerWal (Springfield, IL) was lethal from three-point range against Rutgers-Camden, sinking five
trifectas. The junior guard paces the Mariners with 12.2 points per game and has six double digit performances this season.
Rebounding Advantage... Merchant Marine leads the Landmark Conference in rebounding with 50.3 boards per game.
USMMA also ranks ninth in NCAA Division III with a margin of +12.2 rebounds per game. Rebecca Resor (Bay St. Louis, MS)
anchors the Mariners on the glass with 9.1 rebounds per game.
Taking Charity... The Mariners have three starters ranked in the top-10 in the Landmark Conference in free throw percentage in
2013-14. Resor, VanDerWal, and Kelsey Hofmann (Adel, IA) sit eighth, ninth, and tenth, respectively, in the rankings. All three
members of the trio are shooting at least 78 percent at the charity stripe this season.
Landmark Conference Notebook... Moravian, Scranton, and Catholic all boast winning percentages over .720 this season.
Scranton owns the longest winning streak in the league at eight games while Moravian received votes in the latest USA Today
National Coaches' Poll.
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Scouting the Cardinals... Emily Grabiak tops the Catholic roster in scoring, and ranks fifth in the Landmark Conference, with
15.1 points per game. The Cardinals will be playing just their third road game of the season and hold a perfect 5-0 record at
home.
Up Next... The Mariners return to action at home Wednesday night against the red-hot Scranton Royals.
23. Mariners Return to Landmark Action Saturday vs. Catholic
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com USMMA Men’s Basketball – January 10, 2014
http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/mbkb/2013-14/releases/20140107ue14f2
Game 13 - January 11, 2014 - Merchant Marine vs. Catholic, Kings Point, NY - O'Hara Hall (1,211)
Complete Game Notes (PDF) http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/mbkb/2013-14/files/MBB_Game_Notes_13_vs._Catholic.pdf
2013-14 Game Notes Archive http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/mbkb/2013-14/Game_Notes
2013-14 Men's Basketball Media Guide http://static.psbin.com/f/a/ix7mm3hx7nvcb2/2013-14_MBB_Media_Guide_LR.pdf
David Gregory
Setting the Scene... The USMMA men's basketball team will look to snap a three game skid in its return to Landmark Conference
action in a Saturday matinee against Catholic. Merchant Marine most recently suffered an 81-69 loss at the hands of Stevens on
Tuesday night. Catholic has won back-to-back games entering Saturday's showdown and downed DeSales, 76-63, in its last
outing.
Series History... The Cardinals lead the all-time series against the Mariners, 12-8, and knocked off USMMA three times last
season. Catholic swept the regular season series before eliminating Merchant Marine in the Landmark Conference Tournament
semifinals, 65-57.
"Miller" Time... Freshman Matthew Miller (Augusta, GA) posted a career high 20 points last time out against Stevens. The guard
shot 8-of-15 from the floor and drained a trio of three-pointers. Miller is averaging 10.0 points per game in his rookie season and
has reached double figures in four of the last five games.
Double-Doubles... Nick Sergio (Patchogue, NY) and Zach Karczewski (Austin, TX) both tallied a double-double versus the
Ducks. Karczewski's 14 points and 11 rebounds were the senior's first double-double of the season. Sergio's performance was
his fourth double-double of the year as the senior is averaging 13.1 points and 7.8 rebounds per game.
Statistical Ranking... Merchant Marine currently leads the Landmark Conference with a rebounding margin of +7.3 per game.
That also ranks USMMA in the top-30 in NCAA Division III. The Mariners also top the Landmark stats in blocks and total
rebounds per game.
Landmark Conference Notebook... Catholic, Goucher, and Juniata are the three remaining unbeaten teams in the league, all
sitting at 1-0. Juniata is 10-2 overall on the year and received votes in the latest national poll. Scranton is also 10-2 but is 1-1 in
Landmark play after suffering a defeat at the hands of Merchant Marine.
Scouting the Cardinals... Scott Limberiou ranks third in the league with 18.3 points per game and reached 1,000 career points
in his last game. Corey Stanford paces the Cardinals with 6.6 rebounds per game while Catholic is shooting 38.3 percent from
three-point range this year.
Up Next... USMMA closes out its three-game home stand Tuesday night against Trinity (CT).
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24. Visit the Academy Web site: http://www.usmma.edu
Academy Website Communications page http://www.usmma.edu/communications
The Office of External Affairs works closely with stakeholders from congress, community, industry, government and members of
the press providing information on the life, events and policies of the Academy. It is the liaison with the Office of Communications
at the Maritime Administration and the Department of Transportation.
From Homecoming to Graduation the Office of External Affairs is part of the management team for Academy special events,
community outreach, press conferences and VIP tours. Throughout the year the Office of External Affairs works closely with the
alumni and parents and the Merchant Marine Museum.
Contact Us - External Affairs ExternalAffairs@usmma.edu Phone: (516) 726-6048
300 Steamboat Road, Kings Point, New York 11024 Business hours: 0800-1630 ET, M-F
Academy Website Alumni Information page http://www.usmma.edu/alumni
Want to keep in touch with all the latest Academy news and events?
Click here to sign up for the Academy’s newsletter featuring a message from Admiral Helis and other Academy news.
Interested in learning how to make a donation to the Academy?
As part of its five-year strategic plan, the Academy has created a new Needs List, outlining its top ten Margins of Excellence
needs for the coming year. Each item on the list will help the Academy achieve the goals defined its Strategic Plan, from
providing Cutting-Edge Programs and developing Sound Leadership to creating a Dynamic Campus Culture.
Alumni, parents and other Kings Point supporters can review the Needs List:
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2013 Margins of Excellence Needs List
You can also learn more about how to make a donation here:
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Guide to Gift Giving
Alumni also can stay involved with the Academy by joining one of several Kings Point alumni groups, including:
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The KP Alumni-Chapter Presidents Alliance, Inc.
The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Alumni Association and Foundation
The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Sailing Foundation
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25. Sea Year Greetings from our Midshipmen!
Hello all, I am doing well out at sea. I have just completed my journey down the East coast to Galveston and am on my
way back to Baltimore. Afterwards we will sail to Europe and visit Bremerhaven, Antwerp, and Southampton. I am learning a lot
and working hard on my sea projects. I look forward to the days ahead and learning how to be an engineer. Thank you for your
support! Ryan Malamphy, Class of 2016 Monday, December 23, 2013 5:00 PM
(L to R) fixing pump with 3rd
(L to R) ghetto testing the smoke alarms in the engine room
(L to R) sitting on the port wing
(L to R) ARC RoRo M/V Courage
(L to R) testing batteries with 3rd
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26. Kinder Morgan Announces Acquisition of Jones Act Shipping Tankers in U.S.
Attribution: World Maritime News, December 23, 2013
http://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/100649/kinder-morgan-announces-acquisition-of-jones-act-shipping-tankers-in-u-s/
Kinder Morgan Energy Partners, L.P. today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire American
Petroleum Tankers (APT) and State Class Tankers (SCT) from affiliates of The Blackstone Group and Cerberus Capital
Management for $962 million in cash. APT and SCT are engaged in the marine transportation of crude oil, condensate
and refined products in the United States domestic trade, commonly referred to as the Jones Act trade.
APT’s fleet consists of five medium range Jones Act qualified product tankers, each with 330,000 barrels of cargo capacity. W ith
an average vessel age of approximately four years, the APT fleet is one of the youngest in the industry. Each of APT’s vessels is
operating pursuant to long-term time charters with high quality counterparties, including major integrated oil companies, major
refiners and the U.S. Navy. These time charters have an average remaining term of approximately four years, with renewal
options to extend the initial terms by an average of two years. APT’s vessels are operated by Crowley Maritime Corporation,
which was founded in 1892 and is a leading operator and technical manager in the U.S. product tanker industry.
SCT has commissioned the construction of four medium range Jones Act qualified product tankers, each with 330,000 barrels of
cargo capacity. The vessels are scheduled to be delivered in 2015 and 2016 and are being constructed by General Dynamics’
NASSCO shipyard. Upon delivery, the SCT vessels will be operated pursuant to long-term time charters with a major integrated oil
company. Each of the time charters has an initial term of five years, with renewal options to extend the initial term by up to three
years. Kinder Morgan will invest approximately $214 million to complete the construction of the SCT vessels.
“This is a strategic and complementary extension of our existing crude oil and refined products transportation business,” said John
Schlosser, president of KMP’s Terminals segment. “Product demand is growing and sources of supply continue to change, in part
due to the increased shale activity. As a result, there is more demand for waterborne transportation to move these products. We
are purchasing tankers that provide stable fee-based cash flow through multi-year contracts with major credit worthy oil
producers.”
“Blackstone and Cerberus are pleased to have founded and built American Petroleum Tankers into a market-leading Jones Act
tanker company,” said Sean Klimczak, Senior Managing Director at Blackstone. “We have enjoyed our partnership with APT’s
management team and wish them continued success with Kinder Morgan in this next phase of APT’s growth.”
The transaction, which is subject to standard regulatory approvals, is expected to close in the first quarter of 2014, at which time it
will be immediately accretive to cash available to KMP unit holders. APT currently generates about $55 million of annual EBITDA.
After completion of construction of the four SCT vessels, KMP expects combined annual EBITDA of approximately $140 million,
which is an EBITDA multiple of 8.4 times. The general partner of KMP, Kinder Morgan, Inc. (NYSE: KMI), has agreed to waive its
incentive distribution amounts of $16 million in 2014 and $19 million in 2015 and $6 million in 2016 to facilitate the transaction.
27. TSAC - subcommittee participants sought
Attribution: December 23, 2013 7:28AM Bryant's Maritime Consulting - 4845 SW 91st Way - Gainesville, FL 32608-8135 - USA
Tel: 1-352-692-5493 - Email: dennis.l.bryant@gmail.com - Internet: http://brymar-consulting.com
The Towing Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC), sponsored by the US Coast Guard, seeks interested individuals to participate in
any of its various Subcommittees
(http://www.brymar-consulting.com/wp-content/uploads/Misc/TSAC_Subcommittees_131218.pdf). (12/18/13).
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Editorial Note:
Towing Safety Advisory Committee http://www.uscg.mil/hq/cg5/cg522/cg5221/tsac.asp
Establishment and Purpose: Under the authority of Title 33, United States Code, Section 1231a, the Secretary of the
Department of Transportation, through the Commandant of the Coast Guard, has delegated the Chief, Office of Marine Safety,
Security and Environmental Protection the responsibility to establish the Towing Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC). The
Committee shall serve as a deliberative body to advise the Secretary of Transportation, via the Commandant, U.S. Coast Guard,
on matters relating to shallow-draft inland and coastal waterway navigation and towing safety.
Membership and Staff Support: TSAC's membership includes members from the barge and towing industry; the mineral and oil
supply vessel industry; port districts, authorities or terminal operators; maritime labor; shippers and the general public. TSAC
members serve three year terms, with one-third of the terms of the members expiring each year. Members may serve until a
replacement is appointed. The Secretary of the Army and the Maritime Administrator may appoint representatives to act as
observers on the Committee. The Committee members may designate a Chairman and Vice-Chairman.
28. Sharing A Holiday Dinner – Houston, Chesapeake & Delaware Shore Chapter Presidents
On Thursday December 26, 2013, Bill Briggs ’96 – President, USMMA KP Alumni – Port of Houston Chapter, visited Fortune
Center in Bel Air, Maryland for a meeting with Tim Sumner '66 (Delaware Shore Chapter) – KPA-CPA Regional Vice Chairman Mid-Atlantic & International - East and Gary G. Hicks ’76 (KP Chesapeake Chapter) – KPA-CPA Chairman & President. At the
conclusion of a most productive meeting, the fellow Chapter Presidents shared a delicious Holiday Dinner at Bellissimo Seafood &
Grille of Bel Air with spouses and guests. Dessert and Holiday Sprits were provided by Joanne R. Hicks ‘A. We thank Bill for
sharing and enjoyable evening with us during this special season!
(L to R) Nancy O’Connor, Joanne R. Hicks ‘A, Leslie Sumner, Gary G. Hicks
’76 (KP Chesapeake Chapter) – KPA-CPA Chairman & President, Tim
Sumner '66 (Delaware Shore Chapter) – KPA-CPA Regional Vice Chairman
- Mid-Atlantic & International – East, and Bill Briggs ’96 – President,
USMMA KP Alumni – Port of Houston Chapter
(L to R) Tim Sumner '66 (Delaware Shore Chapter) – KPA-CPA Regional
Vice Chairman - Mid-Atlantic & International – East, Joanne R. Hicks ‘A,
Gary G. Hicks ’76 (KP Chesapeake Chapter) – KPA-CPA Chairman &
President, Bill Briggs ’96 – President, USMMA KP Alumni – Port of Houston
Chapter, and Leslie Sumner,
Enjoy our event slide show!
Click link: KPA-CPA Mtg&Din BriggsSumnerHicks 122613 http://share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=2YctWzNm0bd4
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29. 2013 DOT Year in Review: Cargo flows on Saint Lawrence Seaway
FAST LANE: The Official Blog of the U.S. Secretary of Transportation – December 31, 2013
http://www.dot.gov/fastlane/usmma-teams-earn-customer-service-wins-maritime-administration
Posted by Betty Sutton
On the Saint Lawrence Seaway, the binational waterway we operate in partnership with Canada, the end of the calendar year also
means the end of the navigation season. And 2013 was another busy year on the Seaway.
In fact, activity at our Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation in Massena, NY, never slows down, even after the locks
are closed. Because when the navigation season ends, the repair, maintenance, and upgrade work begins. And 2013 was no
different as we continued our Asset Renewal Program. Last winter, workers at the Eisenhower and Snell Locks were on the job
around the clock to install an ice flushing system at Snell, rehabilitate a miter gate at Eisenhower, and upgrade the valve operating
machinery at both locks before the Seaway reopened to vessel traffic in late March.
The Great Lakes and Seaway system supports 227,000 jobs and annually generates nearly $34 billion in revenue, so reopening
on time is essential. We know by the number of vessels transiting the Seaway and the volume of cargo they carry that this
waterway is a vital artery for the U.S economy.
2013 proved another active year, marking the system’s 55th navigation season. U.S. ports on the Great Lakes outperformed their
projections, and through November, the Seaway reported that total cargo shipments reached 33 million metric tons. U.S. grain has
been a consistent bright spot throughout the shipping season. Through November, 1.4 million metric tons of U.S. grain moved
through the System to markets around the globe, representing a 17 percent increase year-to-date over 2012.
In addition to volume, we've also advanced the environmental integrity of the System. Earlier this month, for example, Deputy
Administrator Craig Middlebrook was designated a "Partner of the Office of Water" by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA). He deserves a great deal of credit for helping the EPA overcome some of the larger hurdles the agency has faced in
implementing its ballast water management program. Thanks in part to his leadership, there has been a substantial decrease in
the numbers of invasive species detected in the region, with no new invaders documented in the last six years.
Also during 2013, we recognized seven ports where activity increased significantly from 2011 to 2012. Ports earning the Robert
J.Lewis Pacestter Award included the Port of Green Bay, the Port of Milwaukee, the Duluth Seaway Port Authority, the ClevelandCuyahoga County Port Authority, the Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority, the Port of Oswego, and the Ogdensburg Bridge and
Port Authority.
Finally, 2013 was a big Seaway year for me personally as I was sworn in as Administrator in August. Coming from the Great
Lakes region, I fully appreciate the importance of the Seaway System not only to international commerce and to our national
transportation system, but to the economic vitality of the states and communities along this important waterway.
And I am committed to working with the great team at the SLSDC to continue the Seaway's proud service in 2014 and well
beyond.
Betty Sutton is Administrator of the Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation.
Editorial Note:
Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation
http://www.greatlakes-seaway.com/en/management/slsdc/index.html
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Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation is a wholly owned government corporation created by statute May 13, 1954, to
construct, operate and maintain that part of the St. Lawrence Seaway between the Port of Montreal and Lake Erie, within the
territorial limits of the United States. Trade development functions aim to enhance Great Lakes/St. Lawrence Seaway System
utilization without respect to territorial or geographic limits.
Photo credit: USDOT MARAD
The mission of the Corporation is to serve the U.S. intermodal and international transportation system by improving the operation
and maintenance of a safe, reliable, efficient, and environmentally responsible deep-draft waterway, in cooperation with its
Canadian counterpart. The SLSDC also encourages the development of trade through the Great Lakes Seaway System, which
contributes to the comprehensive economic and environmental development of the entire Great Lakes region.
The SLSDC headquarters staff offices are located in Washington, D.C. Operations are located at the two U.S. Seaway locks
(Eisenhower and Snell) in Massena, N.Y.
For more information, visit the SLSDC Web site at www.seaway.dot.gov
30. Register Now for the National Maritime Strategy Symposium
Maritime Administration News, Events & Press Releases http://www.marad.dot.gov/ News Release # DOT __13 MARAD,
December 26, 2013. MARAD Contact Kim Strong Phone: 202-366-5807
http://www.marad.dot.gov/mariners_landing_page/National_Maritime_Strategy_Symposium1.htm
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Hosted by The Maritime Administration
The Maritime Administration (MARAD) invites the public, officials and other Marine Transportation System stakeholders to
participate in a national maritime strategy symposium from January 14th through January 16th, 2014. This purpose of this forum
is to solicit public views and gather information, insights and experiences to assist in the development of a National Maritime
Strategy. To allow for a more detailed discussion, this initial meeting will focus on the opportunities and challenges for growing
the U.S.-flagged international fleet.
Information on registering for the symposium is below. The public meeting will also be broadcast live via web streaming and a
listen-only telephone line. MARAD will make a link to the live stream available at http://marad.dot.gov. Individuals interested in
participating through the listen-only telephone line must register in order to obtain the telephone number.
Registration
Deadline to register to attend the public meeting in person.
January 8, 2014
Deadline to register to speak in person, speak by calling in, or to listen only by phone.
Deadline to submit digital presentation materials.
January 8, 2014
January 8, 2014
Call-in and listen-only information distributed to registrants.
January 10, 2014
Conference Registration Form.
(http://www.marad.dot.gov/documents/NMSS_Registration_Form_National_Maritime_Strategy_Symposium.pdf)
Contact Mickalyn Valentine, Office of the Executive Director, Maritime Administration, with questions regarding registration.
Mickalyn Valentine, 1200 New Jersey Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20590 (202) 366-3907 Mickalyn.valentine@dot.gov
Agenda
National Maritime Strategy Symposium Agenda
(http://wpwip.marad.dot.gov/documents/NMSS_Agenda_National_Maritime_Strategy_Symposium.pdf)
Location
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) West Atrium,
located on the ground floor of 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590.
Submitting Your Comments and Ideas
Members of the public are invited to make comments in-person, through a call-in number, or by entry in the MARAD docket.
Detailed information regarding participation is included in the Federal Register Notices linked below.
Please contact Christine Gurland (202-366-5157; christine.gurland@dot.gov) or Mitch Hudson (202-366-9373;
mitch.hudson@dot.gov) with any questions related to submission of comments.
MARAD Office of Chief Counsel, MAR-225, Maritime Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590
Maritime Administration
The Maritime Administration (http://www.marad.dot.gov/) promotes the development and maintenance of an adequate, wellbalanced United States merchant marine, sufficient to carry the Nation's domestic waterborne commerce and a substantial portion
of its waterborne foreign commerce, and capable of service as a naval and military auxiliary in time of war or national emergency.
The Maritime Administration also seeks to ensure that the United States maintains adequate shipbuilding and repair services,
efficient ports, effective intermodal water and land transportation systems, and reserve shipping capacity for use in time of national
emergency.
Federal Register Docket
The MARAD Federal Register docket contains detailed information on providing comments and participating in this event. For
additional information go to http://regulations.gov and type "MARAD-2013-0101" in the "SEARCH" box. There you may view the
Federal Register notices on the symposium and comments submitted by the public.
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31. KP Chesapeake Pistol Tournament - Saturday January 25, 2014 RSVP!
USMMA KP Alumni - Chesapeake Chapter, Inc.
KP Chesapeake
Charter Member Chapter
Pistol Tournament
Saturday January 25, 2014 - 9:30AM to 1:00PM
A NRA Shooting Sports Competition Camp Program, Directed by Long Branch Rifle Association, Inc.
Hosted at Freestate Gun Range, 11500 Crossroads Circle, Middle River, MD 21220
(Indoor – Climate Controlled Shooting Range!)
Join the fun- test your skill! Support our Annual Fall Pistol Competition Event.
Meet Past Members of the KP Mariner Midshipmen Rifle Team & Pistol Team!
Proceeds to support
United States Merchant Marine Academy Pistol Team
Pistol Tournament Cost: $ 40.00 all-inclusive per shooter. EVERYTHING IS PROVIDED including:
Target Pistols, Ammunition, Drinks, Expert Coaching, Luncheon and Awards!
* USMMA MIDSHIPMEN ARE INVITED – AS OUR GUESTS! NO $ CHARGE! *
Tournament Agenda:
9:30 AM Check-in, issue badges, targets, ammo and pistol
9:50 AM Range Orientation & *Safety Briefing – Pistol Range. *All participants must attend briefing to shoot!
10:00 AM Tournament Commences – Pistol Range.
Approx 12:00 or 1:00 PM (depending upon number of shooters) Luncheon & Awards Ceremony.
Registration & Remittance Must be Received By DEADLINE: Friday January 24, 2014 @ 12:01PM
Gary G. Hicks ’76 - President, USMMA KP Alumni – Chesapeake Chapter, Inc., Fortune Center, 42 Idlewild Street,
Bel Air, MD 21014 Tel: (410) 420-0080 E-mail: kpchesapeake@comcast.net Web site: http://www.kpchesapeake.com
Check payable to: KPChesapeake
Payment can also be made online...
Visit our web site http://www.kpchesapeake.com KP Chesapeake - Shooting Sports Events page
KP Chesapeake Pistol Tournament 012514 $ 40.00
DIRECTIONS to Freestate Gun Range, 11500 Crossroads Circle, Middle River, MD 21220 http://www.freestategunrange.com/
Directions from I-95: I-95 north to Exit 67, White Marsh Exit (Route 43 East). Take Route 43 East approximately 3 miles to
Crossroads Circle. Look for the new Royal Farms Store and then make your next right at the Arbors Luxury Apartments on your
right. Turn right (southwest) onto Crossroads Circle. Go 1/4 mile past the elevated concrete garage to the last and only building.
Look for the large "FOR LEASE" sign on the end of the building. Turn right into the parking lot and go to the end of the building.
Click here to find out more details about our location and call 410-335-5100 if you get lost.
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32. Shipbuilding’s Upswing – NASSCO’s Parker Larson Talks LNG Ships
Attribution: Maritime Professional Magazine, 4Q 2013 pp 20-23, Interview: MARPRO PROFILE Parker Larson By Joseph Keefe
http://www.maritimeprofessional.com/, 118 E 18th ST 2FL, New York, NY 10010
http://magazines.marinelink.com/Magazines/MaritimeProfessional/201311/page/22
MARPRO PROFILE Parker Larson Director of Commercial Programs, General Dynamics NASSCO Shipyard, San Diego, CA
When we caught up with NASSCO’s Parker Larson in December, he had only just been promoted to Director of Commercial
Programs at the sprawl- ing San Diego, CA shipyard. Previously NASSCO’s Program Manager for Commercial Contracts, he no
doubt played a large role in the recent high pro- le deals won by NASSCO, in particular the two 3,100 TEU LNG-powered
containerships for TOTE, Inc. Additionally, he was responsible for design, planning, and construction of over $1B in commercial
new construction work at NASSCO that includes four 50K DWT product tankers for APT, two 50K DWT product tankers for
Seacor Holdings, and the design contract for the conversion of two TOTE Orca Class trailerships to operate on LNG. The
impressive commercial backlog promises to keep him even busier for the foreseeable future in his new role.
Starting his career at NASSCO in 2003 as a Production Associate for the Ship’s Management Team, Larson then moved into
roles of increasing responsibility including Production Area Manager on the T-AKE program for the Navy, Deputy Program
Manager on the PC-1 product tanker program for APT, Manager of Commercial Engineering Projects, and Pro- gram Manager in
Business Development & Strategic Planning.
Larson’s love for shipbuilding began with his educational experience(s).Parker attended the United States Merchant Marine
Academy in Kings Point, NY, graduating magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Marine Engineering & Shipyard
Management. Along the way, he also received a Master of Science Degree in Oceans Systems Management from the
Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, MA where he wrote his thesis on LNG infrastructure in the United States.
Parker has spent the past two years developing his knowledge of LNG propulsion in the commercial market- place. He also
completed the Program Manager’s Course at the Defense Acquisition University in 2009.
Along the way, Larson has served in several shipyard roles including production, engineering, business development, and
program management. Directly involved in the transformation of NASSCO’s business model for commercial new construction
through collaboration with Daewoo (DSME/DSEC) starting in 2006, he naturally hit the ground running in his new role.
Nevertheless, MarPro convinced him to slow down in December, if only briefly, to get his take on all things shipbuilding.
Reflecting on his chosen career path, Larson told MarPro, “Shipbuilding, as a facet of the maritime industry, is an in- credibly
satisfying career path. There are very few careers in the world where you can design and construct such a finely engineered
product and then watch it become an operational entity that lives on for 30+ years. For me, being part of that process is uniquely
special.”
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Perhaps the most interesting part of Larson’s CV is his knowledge of LNG and how that eventually could play a big role in the
construction of the containerships and trailerships. As he was promoted to Director of Commercial Programs at NASS- CO earlier
this year, that experience and knowledge base no doubt didn’t hurt him on his climb up the food chain. More than Larson’s job
billet will change as he assumes a new role. He explained, “In addition to the program management responsibilities tied to
NASSCO’s existing commercial new construction backlog, I have direct production interface. For example, I will manage the
commercial ship management team which serves as the production organization responsible for the delivery of each commercial
vessel. Additionally, I will be continually engaged in business development given my direct experience with LNG propulsion and
commercial program execution.”
As his career evolved, Larson has been witness to and a part of the many changes in shipbuilding, particularly on this side of the
pond. Even in the midst of the most profound shipbuilding revival in this country has seen in some time, over the past decade,
NASSCO has shifted its commercial shipbuilding business model. Larson says, “Prior to the mid-2000s, we de- signed and
procured all material for our new construction projects at NASSCO. In 2005, NASSCO partnered with Daewoo Ship Engineering
Company (DSEC), a subsidiary of Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME), to collaborate on international projects.
DSEC became the lead design and procurement agent and we lead the efforts to integrate DSEC’s design into NASSCO’s
shipyard’s planning, purchasing, and construction processes. Leveraging the world-class commercial design standards and
purchasing power from DSME has helped NASSCO become more competitive in the Jones Act shipbuilding market.”
Also during that time frame, NASSCO also adjusted its approach to construction schedules. Today, NASSCO does not cut a
single piece of steel until the ship design is fully complete and a large portion of planning effort is finalized. NASSCO’s Director of
Commercial Programs insists, “This ensures we identify and address risks in new-construction programs as early as possible. As
a result, we have reduced the construction cycle times and improved quality in our past three new-build programs.”
As Jones Act shipbuilding sees what can only be described as a robust and arguably unexpected revival, we asked Larson how
long this trend - a cyclical boom, really - can continue. Enthusiastically, he replied, “As more domestic oil and gas is recovered,
there is increased demand to move the product between U.S. ports, which invokes the Jones Act and drives the need for
additional tonnage in the market. With North American Emission Control Areas (ECAs) in 2015 (addressing SOx), Tier III
regulations in 2016 (addressing NOx), and an Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) currently in place (addressing CO2), ship
owners need to evaluate their existing propulsion plants onboard. Ship replacement can be a cost-effective method to address
these increasingly stringent emission regulations. There are still several ships in the U.S. coastwise fleet that are more than 30
years of age operating with relatively inefficient power plants. This tonnage will need to be replaced over the next 5-10 years.”
Clearly, Larson, like other U.S. blue water builders, remains bullish on the markets for the near term.
Despite all the good news, however, a key ‘knock’ on U.S. yards has always been that they cannot compete with foreign builders
in terms of efficiency, costs and a raft of other metrics. Larson’s boss, Fred Harris, on the other hand, has always been a big
believer in emulating the Korean art of the series build technique. Larson shares his enthusiasm. “Over the past seven years,
NASSCO has learned a lot from our partnership with the expert shipbuilders at DSME and DSEC. As a result we’ve made several
facility improvements, including a new blast and paint facility, usage of transporters and updated ground outfitting process lanes.
We’ve seen a positive impact to both our commercial and government shipbuilding programs.” He continues, “A key metric we
follow is completing the design prior to starting construction. This becomes more important when building a series of ships. A
shipyard must get the lead ship right or the impact of change will permeate negatively throughout the entire class of vessels.
Changes made once construction has started impacts the design and directly affects the supply chain, schedules and quality.”
Larson, without neglecting his other responsibilities, clearly has a passion for the TOTE ship projects. That’s only natural,
especially considering his affinity for LNG and the intended propulsion of this new class of vessel. He explained, “The TOTE ships
are 764-foot-long, 3,100 TEU LNG-powered container ships, which are setting a new benchmark in green ship technology. When
completed they are expected to be the largest ships of any type in the world primarily powered by liquefied natural gas.”
NASSCO and Larson approached these ships like any other program. After identifying the risks associated with the design,
procurement, and construction, each one of those metrics was addressed through execution of a risk management plan. Larson
adds, “For example, it is par- amount that we work closely with United States Coast Guard (USCG) and ABS to understand any
regulatory and design challenges associated with the LNG fuel gas system, from arrangement configuration to hazardous zone
definition to trim and stability calculation. We have worked closely with USCG and ABS personnel since the outset of the program
in con-junction with DSEC and our equipment suppliers. This program is on track and the design will complete on time before the
end of 2013.”
We finished up by asking about the 600 pound gorilla in the room - concerns over the potential cutbacks from the federal
government and shipbuilding programs as a function of the ongoing sequestration battles. That discussion has NASSCO’s Chief
commercial executive square in the middle of it. For his part, Larson likes where the yard is sitting, saying only, “NASSCO has a
well-balanced portfolio with commercial new construction, government new construction, and U.S. Navy repair projects. This
provides NASSCO the ability to shift resources when the al-location of work changes between each business segment.”
Nevertheless, keeping that portfolio balanced going forward could be Larson’s biggest challenge. He likes his chances of doing
just that.
As NASSCO launches a new era for its upgraded facilities, filled with a fat backlog, Parker Larson is arguably the perfect
candidate to lead the firm’s commercial sector as it takes on some of the most exciting and cutting edge shipbuilding projects on
the planet. And, there’s no place else he’d like to be.
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NASSCO is arguably one the nation’s more progressive shipyards, with a healthy Navy and Commercial orderbook,
including pioneering work in building state-of-the-art LNG-powered tonnage
Editorial Note:
Parker Larson was graduated from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Class of 2001.
Parker had previously appeared in the MarEx Newsletter article -
TOTE's New LNG Containerships Receive Global Honors
Attribution: The Maritime Executive, June 10, 2013 By MarEx
http://www.maritime-executive.com/article/TOTE-Incs-New-LNG-Containerships-Receive-Global-Honors-For-Maritime-Innovation2013-06-10/
TOTE's New LNG Containerships Receive Global Honors
TOTE becomes the first U.S. company to win the 'Next Generation Shipping Award' at Nor Shipping
PHOTO: From left to right: Henrik Madsen CEO DNV, Anthony Chiarello, President & CEO TOTE. Inc., Parker E. Larson,
Program Manager Commercial Contracts, General Dynamics NASSCO (Photo credit: Nor Shipping 2013).
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Princeton, NJ - TOTE, Inc. became the first U.S. company to take home the Next Generation Shipping award at Nor-Shipping, the
premier forum for the global maritime industry.
The Nor-Shipping 2013 Awards recognize achievement in three different but very important areas – energy efficiency, innovative
ship design and young entrepreneurship. With a focus on innovation, the Next Generation Ship Award honors the most promising
design for ships that will be at sea in the coming decade. The award is given to the ship project demonstrating the greatest
advances in design, as assessed with respect to energy efficiency, innovation, suitability and flexibility, technology utilization,
safety and security, and environmental sustainability.
TOTE was honored for its Marlin Class of 3,100 TEU LNG-powered containerships, ordered from General Dynamics NASSCO in
December 2012. Once completed in 2015, the 764-foot ships will operate in the U.S. Jones Act market between Jacksonville, Fla.,
and San Juan, P.R. The Marlin Class will be the world’s first LNG powered containerships. Construction on the ships will begin in
March 2014.
"To say we are both honored and humbled by this prestigious internationally recognized award, would be a significant
understatement. The team at TOTE, along with our partners at NASSCO, have spent many months working on this project, which
we believe will have a lasting impact on our industry and the future of ship design. While we are proud to be the first ever ship
owner to construct LNG powered container vessels, we are quite confident we will most certainly not be the last" stated Anthony
Chiarello, President and CEO of TOTE.
TOTE’s ground-breaking move toward LNG fuel will reduce ship emissions 95 percent below even the most world's most stringent
air quality standards. LNG will virtually eliminate Sulfur Dioxide (SOx), and Particulate Matter (PM), and results in reductions of
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) and Nitrous Oxide (NO2) beyond any other fuel source.
The Nor-Shipping conference and awards ceremony took place in Oslo, Norway, June 4-7. An independent jury comprised of
companies such as the IMO, DNV and The Norwegian Marine Technology Research Institute (MARINTEK) selected honorees for
the nearly 50-year old gathering of industry leaders.
Other nominees for the Next Generation Shipping award included the Norled ZeroCat, an aluminum car ferry that uses lightweight
construction and electric power to reduce energy consumption by more than half compared to conventional ferries; the Edda Ferd,
a PSV featuring a new propulsion concept including diesel generator sets with variable rpm and hybrid propulsion; and the
B.Delta, a new set of energy efficient, new generation standard bulker designs developed by Deltamarin.
33. ACP Reaffirms Its Commitment to Panama Canal Expansion
Attribution: World Maritime News, January 3, 2014
http://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/101181/acp-reaffirms-its-commitment-to-panama-canal-expansion/
The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) reaffirms its commitment to successfully complete the Expansion Program to fulfill its
objective of offering a new era to world maritime trade.
“For the Panama Canal it is of utmost importance that the Expansion Program is completed to better serve the international
maritime community and its customers,” said Panama Canal Administration Jorge L. Quijano.
ACP categorically rejects the pressures by contractor Grupo Unidos del Canal, S.A. (GUPCSA) in recent statements, which sole
purpose are to force the ACP to negotiate outside the terms established in the contract for the new locks alleging over costs and
demanding to be provided additional funds from those agreed in the contract.
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GUPCSA, formed by the companies Sacyr Vallehermoso, S.A (Spain), Impregilo, S.p.A. (Italy), Jan de Nul Group (Belgium) and
Constructora Urbana S.A. (CUSA) (Panama), is the international consortium in charge of the new locks project, one of the
components of the Panama Canal Expansion.
To date, the contractor has not followed the claims and conflict resolution mechanisms established in the contract to support the
claims.
“No matter what type of pressure is exercised against the ACP, we maintain our request that GUPCSA respects the contract that
they accepted and signed,” said Quijano
The ACP reiterated that the only channels to process claims are clearly established in the contract. A third party decides two of
the three methods established in the contract for the resolution of claims. These contractual clauses were accepted by GUPCSA
upon signature of the contract.
The ACP also trusts that the contractor is able to comply with the terms agreed upon under contract. The contract includes
guarantees that will allow completing the new locks. With 65% completion, the new locks project is at a stage that the construction
may be completed with the mechanisms included in the contract, if needed.
Overall, the Expansion Program is 72% complete. GUPCSA has previously indicate that instead of completing construction on
October 2014, as originally established in the contract, the new locks will be finished June 2015.
34. U.S. Ship Readied for Chemical Weapons Mission in Mediterranean
Attribution: The Maritime Executive, January 3, 2014 By MarEx (By David Alexander (C) Reuters 2013.)
http://www.maritime-executive.com/article/US-Ship-Readied-for-Chemical-Weapons-Mission-in-Mediterranean-2014-01-03/
The U.S.-owned cargo ship with the capability to destroy the nastiest of Syria's chemical weapons will depart for the
Mediterranean in about two weeks, officials said on Thursday as shipyard workers readied the vessel for new sea trials.
Forklifts moved equipment and sparks flew as workers welded containers and other gear on the deck of the MV Cape Ray, which
is being outfitted with modular housing to accommodate three times it normal complement of personnel, plus two hydrolysis units
for destroying Syrian chemicals used in mustard and nerve gas weapons.
"Without this ship, this mission is not possible," top Pentagon arms buyer Frank Kendall, who has oversight of chemical, biological
and nuclear arms, told reporters who were invited to tour the vessel at dock in Portsmouth, Virginia.
"This avoids having to put these materials on somebody's territory, where you have to deal with all the political and environmental
conditions associated with doing that under local law," he said.
Damascus agreed to eliminate its chemical weapons last year in the face of threatened U.S. military action following a Syrian
chemical attack against rebels and their supporters in a civil war aimed at overthrowing President Bashar al-Assad.
The United States had developed a portable machine for destroying chemical weapons precursors and offered to neutralize the
portion of Syria's agents that were too toxic to be dealt with directly by companies that process hazardous materials.
Syria failed to meet the Dec. 31 deadline for removing the chemical agents, but officials have noted that the time frame was
always going to be challenging and arms control experts say deliberate and safe handling of thematerials is more important than
doing it speedily.
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"This operation is difficult but it's do-able," said Daryl Kimball, executive director of the Arms Control Association. "It's safe and it
should be done carefully, and that's more important than doing it quickly."
Kendall said the Cape Ray, which is part of the Maritime Administration's Reserve Ready Fleet of cargo ships is expected to leave
for the Mediterranean "within about two weeks."
Security concerns and bureaucracy have caused Assad's government to miss Tuesday's deadline for the removal of deadly toxins
from Syria. Bad weather and a complex multinational procurement effort for equipment are among other reasons given for the
delay.
DELAYED DESTRUCTION
The United States is not overly concerned about the delay.
"If you think six months ago they didn't even admit they had chemical weapons, now we have a massive international effort to
destroy them and we've seen progress," State Department spokeswoman Marie Harf said. "I think we're getting there."
The chemical weapons will be taken from the Syrian port of Latakia to a port in Italy where they will be loaded onto the Cape Ray
and destroyed in international waters.
Rick Jordan, the Cape Ray's civilian captain, said the ship had undergone sea trials last week to prove it was ready for the voyage
after a period of inactivity. Additional sea trials are planned for next week to test the hydrolysis system while under way and to
train the crew for possible emergencies.
"We have not tested this on board yet," he said, motioning to arched tents on the Cape Ray's lower deck where two Defense
Department Field Deployable Hydrolysis Systems have been installed.
The ship is expecting to destroy about 700 tons of chemical weapons precursor agents, Kendall said. The actual work could
probably be done in 45 days under ideal conditions, but the mission is expected to last about 90 days because work will be
suspended in bad weather, he said.
The hydrolysis process uses water and other reagents like sodium hydroxide and sodium hypochlorite to neutralize bulk amounts
of chemical warfare agents, according to the Defense Department's Edgewood Chemical Biological Center.
The chemically altered agents can then be processed by commercial firms that deal with hazardous waste. Officials said the 700
tons of chemicals, when run through the hydrolysis system, would produce 1.5 million gallons of effluents to be processed by
hazardous waste firms.
35. SOLAS, MARPOL Amendments Enter Into Force
Attribution: The Maritime Executive, January 2, 2014 By MarEx
http://www.maritime-executive.com/article/SOLAS-MARPOL-Amendments-Enter-Into-Force-2014-01-02/
A number of amendments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), the International Convention for
the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) and the 1988 Load Lines Protocol entered into force or took effect from 1
January 2014.
The amendments cover passenger ship safety (in relation to safe return to port after a flooding casualty); the testing of free-fall
lifeboats; minimum safe manning levels; prohibition of blending onboard; the revised MARPOL Annex III; the United States
Caribbean Sea Emission Control Area; and the Winter Seasonal Zone off the southern tip of Africa.
Click link above for complete article.
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36. NOAA: From The Newsroom
Attribution: NOAA Web site http://www.noaa.gov/
Vice Adm. Devany
RADM David A. Score
Captain Anne K. Lynch
Vice Adm. Devany named NOAA Deputy Under Secretary
January 2, 2014 http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2014/20140102_devany.html (click link for complete story)
NOAA Vice Adm. Michael S. Devany today assumed the role of NOAA’s deputy under secretary for operations following President
Obama’s approval of his appointment by Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker. Devany served most recently as director of the
NOAA Commissioned Officer Corps and NOAA’s Office of Marine and Aviation Operations. As deputy under secretary, Devany is
NOAA’s chief operating officer, responsible for the day-to-day management of NOAA’s national and international operations for
oceanic and atmospheric services, research and coastal and marine stewardship.
Rear Adm. David A. Score to lead NOAA Corps and Office of Marine and Aviation Operations
January 2, 2014 http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2014/20140102_score.html (click link for complete story)
NOAA Rear Adm. David A. Score today assumed his new role as director of the NOAA Commissioned Officer Corps and the
NOAA Office of Marine and Aviation Operations. Last month, President Obama approved U.S. Commerce Secretary Penny
Pritzker’s appointment of Score. As director, Score will be responsible for the agency’s fleet of research and survey ships and
aircraft, as well as guiding the 321 uniformed officers of the NOAA Corps and approximately 1,000 civilian personnel assigned to
OMAO.
New commanding officer takes helm at NOAA Marine Operations Center-Atlantic in Norfolk, Va.
January 2, 2014 http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2014/20140102_lynch.html (click link for complete story)
NOAA Capt. Anne K. Lynch has assumed command of the agency’s Marine Operations Center-Atlantic in Norfolk, Va., which
manages the day-to-day operations of the nine research and survey ships in NOAA’s Atlantic fleet.
NOAA ships and aircraft play a critical role in the collection of
oceanographic, atmospheric, hydrographic, and fisheries data. The NOAA
fleet is managed and operated by the Office of Marine and Aviation
Operations (OMAO), an office composed of civilians and officers of the
NOAA Commissioned Corps. OMAO also manages the NOAA Diving
Program and NOAA Small Boat Program.
OMAO’s research and survey ships compose the largest fleet of federal
research ships in the nation. The fleet ranges from large oceanographic
research vessels capable of exploring the world’s deepest ocean, to smaller
ships responsible for charting the shallow bays and inlets of the United
States. The fleet supports a wide range of marine activities including
fisheries research, nautical charting, and ocean and climate studies.
OMAO’s aircraft operate throughout the world providing a wide range of
capabilities including hurricane reconnaissance and research, marine
mammal and fisheries assessment, and coastal mapping. NOAA aircraft
carry scientists and specialized instrument packages to conduct research
for NOAA’s missions.
NOAA’s Office of Marine and Aviation Operations
(OMAO)
http://www.omao.noaa.gov/
In addition to research and monitoring activities critical to NOAA’s mission,
OMAO ships and aircraft provide immediate response capabilities for
unpredictable events. Following Hurricanes Katrina and Rita NOAA ships
conducted emergency surveys for navigation hazards that helped Gulf ports
reopen quickly. Aerial images of disaster-torn areas—taken by NOAA
aircraft—enabled residents and emergency workers to verify the condition of
houses, bridges and roads.
Our vision: To be the Nation's trusted leader for innovative, adaptive, and
reliable oceanic and atmospheric observation platforms.
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37. 2013 DOT Year in Review: MARAD puts its muscle behind freight
FAST LANE: The Official Blog of the U.S. Secretary of Transportation – January 3, 2014
http://www.dot.gov/fastlane/2013-dot-year-review-marad-puts-its-muscle-behind-freight
Posted by Paul "Chip" Jaenichen
Here at the Maritime Administration (MARAD), we continue working tirelessly to improve our marine transportation system with
innovative projects across the country. As our economy rebuilds and jobs are created, we are reminded just how much the
maritime industry has contributed to these growing numbers and more importantly. . . Why Maritime Matters!
It has long been a vision in our industry to move more freight on our rivers, Great Lakes, and waterways, as well as through
American river, lake, and sea ports. This year it became reality when one of the first major marine highway services began on the
West Sacramento-Stockton-Oakland “Green Trade Corridor.” This flagship project takes freight off the congested Interstate 580
and moves it on the San Joaquin River. It is expected to remove 180,000 trucks from the highways and save more than 7 million
gallons of fuel annually. What’s more, it’s helping to move more U.S. exports to Asia, a key market essential in the expansion of
our nation’s trade and commerce.
Continued growth in America’s exports coupled with the widening of the Panama Canal requires the maritime industry and
shippers to prepare for the most significant change in global trading patterns in the last century.
The wider and deeper locks that open in 2015 on the Panama Canal will create new opportunities and jobs across the country as
transportation officials and port authorities prepare for larger vessels to call at Gulf and East Coast ports. Phase I of MARAD’s
comprehensive, multi-phase Panama Canal study was released earlier this year and will help inform stakeholders on current and
future infrastructure investments.
The Obama Administration clearly understands the importance of U.S. ports as the gateways to the national freight network and
has already invested more in port infrastructure than any previous Administration. Additionally, more than $150 million has been
invested in America's shipyards, which support over 402,000 jobs and produce $36 billion in annual GDP.
The continued expansion of our maritime industry is critical to our competiveness in the global market. That is one of the primary
reasons why we're hosting the first ever National Maritime Strategy Symposium. This meeting will gather stakeholders industrywide to help develop the foundation for a robust national maritime strategy. It is critical that we strengthen America’s maritime
industry, with a focus on building the foundation for a 21st Century economy that will carry us far into the future.
Chip Jaenichen is Acting Administrator of the Maritime Administration.
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38. KP Chesapeake Valentine Jazz Brunch - Sunday February 9, 2014 RSVP!
USMMA KP Alumni - Chesapeake Chapter, Inc.
Charter Member Chapter
FORTUNE CENTER, 42 Idlewild Street, Bel Air, MD 21014 Tel: 410-420-0080
E-mail: kpchesapeake@comcast.net alt: kpchesapeake@kpchesapeake.com Web Site: http://www.kpchesapeake.com
KP Chesapeake Valentine Jazz Brunch
Sunday February 9, 2014 11:30AM to 2:00PM
Members and guests of the USMMA KP Alumni – Chesapeake Chapter are welcome to join together for a mid-winter celebration!
Join us as we share our Fifth Annual Valentine Jazz Brunch at the Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel by Marriott,
202 E. Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD 21202, (410) 547-1200. Our party has reserved Private Dining in 5th Floor Federal Hill
Room, overlooking the Baltimore Inner Harbor! Our Breakfast Buffet is served in the Watertable Restaurant. Enjoy the everpopular music of The Bill O'Connor Jazz Trio
“Tunes & Toons” featuring pianist Keith Gibson!
Speaker: TBA
Our Valentine Jazz Brunch features an abundant selection of savory breakfast dishes sure to please all palettes! Our menu
includes omelets and waffles made to order, eggs to order, breakfast meats including bacon, sausage, turkey bacon, and
chicken/apple sausage, breakfast potatoes, lox with the fixings, hot & cold cereals, freshly prepared pastries, bagels, toast,
assorted yogurts and fresh fruit. Breakfast beverages include juice, coffee and tea. Cash Bar is available.
The elegantly appointed Watertable Restaurant, and the Federal Hill Room, feature an up-scale décor. This ambiance is further
enhanced by the breathtaking, panoramic view of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor Skyline. We encourage our party attendees to take a
stroll along the waterfront and Inner Harbor Pavilions after our meal to enjoy the shops, sights and sounds of Baltimore!
All are welcome – singles and couples! Let’s enjoy the fraternity of this Valentine Jazz celebration, together!
Parking is available in the Renaissance Hotel Garage, below the hotel, $6 per hour, with elevator service to the 5th Floor. Some
metered street parking is available, as well as the open lot in Little Italy (Eastern Ave. and President Street - $ 7.00 all day!)
Registration & Remittance Required DEADLINE: Friday February 7, 2014 @ 12:01E.S.T.
Mail to: Gary G. Hicks ’76- President, USMMA KP Alumni - Chesapeake Chapter, Inc., 42 Idlewild Street, Bel Air, MD 21014
Tel: (410) 420-0080 E-mail: kpchesapeake@comcast.net Web Site: http://www.kpchesapeake.com
Brunch cost: $ 35.00 Checks payable to: KPChesapeake
Secure Payments can also be made online
. KP Chessie
Visit our website http://www.kpchesapeake.com, KP Chesapeake - Additional Upcoming Events Highlight Page
Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel by Marriott, 202 E. Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD 21202, (410) 547-1200 Hotel
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bwish-renaissance-baltimore-harborplace-hotel/
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39. World LNG Fuels 2014 Conference 2014
Attribution: World LNG Fuels Conference 2014, http://www.worldlngfuels.com/
World LNG Fuels Conference, 2424 Wilcrest, Suite 100, Houston, Texas 77042, USA Te; 713-952-9500
World LNG Fuels 2014 Conference 2014, HOUSTON, TX, George R. Brown Convention Center, JANUARY 21-23, 2014
About World LNG Fuels 2014 http://www.worldlngfuels.com/about/
For the first time in a half century, energy suppliers in China, the United States, Canada, Northern Europe, Australia, Africa and
parts of Latin America are contemplating displacing their imported crude oil with domestically produced natural gas.
In this fourth year, the World LNG Fuels Conference creates an environment conducive to business development, market
awareness, and cultivation of new relationships. The event attracts key decision-makers, buyers and influencers representing
across the LNG fuel spectrum.
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Gas-bearing shale deposits have now been discovered in more than 47 countries, most of which are dependent on oil
imports.
Each is initiating efforts to switch transportation, especially heavy-duty trucks, ships and locomotives, to natural gas.
These are best suited for LNG.
More than a quarter of world energy production, nearly 90 million barrels of petroleum, is consumed every day by
transportation.
That’s 15 times the energy represented by world LNG trade.
In the U.S., heavy duty trucks alone consume some 94 million gallons of diesel daily (110 million metric tons per year).
That’s enough diesel to fill Houston’s Reliant Stadium 51 times.
Commercial marine vessels consume another 22.1 million gallons per day. U.S. locomotives consume 11.4 million gallons
and drilling rigs, 2.1 million gallons per day.
If the U.S. were to convert these markets to LNG, it would represent a market about half of world LNG trade.
The U.S. represents only 19% of the world petroleum market.
If all heavy duty transportation – trucks, commercial vessels, locomotives and drilling rigs – were to convert to LNG, some
600 million tonnes would be needed globally every year.
Carbon emissions would fall by almost 0.7 billion tonnes annually.
Diesel smoke and diesel sulfur emissions, which contribute to acid rain, would disappear.
Marine http://www.worldlngfuels.com/marine/
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40. Coast Guard cutter to assist ice-bound ships in Antarctica
Attribution: Professional Mariner / Latest Maritime News / Web-Bulletin 2014 / January 6, 2014
http://www.professionalmariner.com/Web-Bulletin-2014/Coast-Guard-cutter-to-assist-ice-bound-ships-in-Antarctica/
Australian maritime authorities and the Russian and Chinese governments request help for the two vessels
Polar Star is the U.S. Coast Guard’s only active heavy polar icebreaker. Photo Courtesy U.S. Coast Guard
The following is the text of a news release from the U.S. Coast Guard:
(ALAMEDA, Calif.) – The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star is responding to a Jan. 3 request from the Australian Maritime
Safety Authority (AMSA) to assist the Russian-flagged Akademik Shokalskiy and Chinese-flagged Xue Long that are reportedly
ice-bound in the Antarctic. The Russian and Chinese Governments have also requested assistance from the United States.
Coast Guard Pacific Area Command Center received the request Thursday evening from AMSA after they evaluated the situation
and determined there is sufficient concern that the vessels may not be able to free themselves from the ice. AMSA has been
coordinating rescue operations since the Akademik Shokalskiy became beset with ice on Dec. 24. The Polar Star will cut short its
planned stop in Sydney to support the AMSA’s request for assistance.
“The U.S. Coast Guard stands ready to respond to Australia’s request,” said Vice Adm. Paul F. Zukunft, Coast Guard Pacific Area
Commander. “Our highest priority is safety of life at sea, which is why we are assisting in breaking a navigational path for both of
these vessels. We are pleased to learn the passengers of the Akademik Shokalskiy have been transported safely off the vessel.
We are always ready and duty bound to render assistance in one of the most remote and harsh environments on the face of the
globe.”
The Polar Star left its homeport of Seattle in early December on one of its primary missions, Operation Deep Freeze. The ship’s
mission is to break a channel through the sea ice of McMurdo Sound to resupply and refuel the U.S. Antarctic Program’s (USAP)
McMurdo Station on Ross Island.
The National Science Foundation manages the USAP, which coordinates all science research and related logistics in Antarctica
and on the Southern Ocean. McMurdo Station is the logistics hub for NSF’s research. The Polar Star will continue on this mission
after conclusion of the vessel assistance mission.
This is the first time since 2006 that the Polar Star has made this journey. It has recently completed a three-year, $90 million
overhaul, which will allow it to continue these important missions into the foreseeable future. For more than 50 years, Coast Guard
icebreaker crews have deployed to Antarctica in support of Operation Deep Freeze. They will again assist by creating a navigable
shipping lane through the layers of sea ice in McMurdo Sound permitting delivery of critical fuel and supplies needed to operate
the U.S. McMurdo and South Pole stations throughout the coming year.
The Polar Star is the U.S. Coast Guard’s only active heavy polar icebreaker. The ship is 399 feet in length, its maximum speed is
18 knots, it is able to continuously break six feet of ice at three knots, and able to break 21 feet of ice backing and ramming. The
Polar Star is specifically designed for open-water icebreaking with a reinforced hull and special icebreaking bow.
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41. CMA Shipping 2014 - March 17,18,19
Attribution: gCaptain January 6, 2014 http://gcaptain.com/event/shipping-2014/
CMA Shipping 2014 - March 17,18,19
Held in Stamford Connecticut each year, Shipping 2014 (http://www.shipping2014.com/) is the world’s most important annual
shipping conference where ship owners, operators and experts from around the world speak on the many issues that will shape
the future of the maritime industry. The event represents all aspects of the international maritime industry and is considered by
many to be the world’s most important annual shipping conference. The event is sponsored by The Connecticut Maritime
Association (CMA) (http://www.cmaconnect.com/), the largest commercial shipping association in the United States.
42. San Francisco Chapter Luncheon Meeting & Winter Luncheon Party Events
Notice received from: Bob Featherer ‘68
Subject: USMMAAA SF Chapter Regular Meeting 2nd Tuesday January 14, 2014, SS RED OAK VICTORY
Ahoy Grads and Friends of KP, HAPPY NEW YEAR, yes, January 14, 2014 is the second Tuesday and our regular meeting is
scheduled on the SS RED OAK VICTORY at the foot of CANAL St in Richmond CA.
SS RED OAK VICTORY
As usual warm up is at 1100 with a Wine and Beer Bar with Soft Drinks and Water for those who have to return to work after the
meeting. Lunch to start promptly at Noon with a brief meeting to follow and we are usually finished by 1300 unless there are those
who want to stay on and tell sea stories or network or tour the ship. All CMA Grads and Navy League are welcome too. We just
ask that you please RSVP to this e-mail so that we can get an accurate count for our caterer extraordinaire, Randy of the 907 Grill
in Benicia and he will provide a delicious lunch for all. Remember the Beer and Wine Bar is included in the cost of the lunch!
Cost of the lunch to be $10, such a deal!
January 18th is our Winter Luncheon Party. Yes, it is a Saturday so that all can attend if you are available and we encourage
you to bring you "significant other" to this event. The Holidays are such a busy time that we decided to move our party to a not so
busy time in hopes that more people could attend. See the attached flyer for the Menu. It will be at the Sausalito Yacht Club
special thanks to Mark Shafer for setting up this beautiful spot for us and working with the Yacht Club to provide a wonderful
luncheon for only $35.00 per person.
Please RSVP as soon as possible to Bob Featherer, PO Box 341, Benicia, CA 94510. It will be simpler if you send a check in
ahead of time and indicate you menu main choice so the Club can plan. You can pay at the door either check or cash and then
Bob can pay the Club. It is important to tell us your choice of either Salmon, Steak or Chicken Pasta if you chose to RSVP by
e-mail. If you have already said that you are coming please give me your menu choice so the Club has it by the 13th of January,
Thank you. We are hoping for a great turn out.
Dress is business casual and I almost forgot to mention the best part, warm up starts at 1200 and lunch is at 1300.
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Sausalito Yacht Club
The Bar at the Club is No Host and accepts Credit or Debit Cards only no cash. The Chapter will provide a bottle of Red and a
bottle of white wine on each table. The wine is included in the $35 per person charge! If you need directions to the Sausalito
Yacht Club, let me know and I will send you a map via e-mail or snail mail if you send me you address.
ACTA NON VERBA, Bob F. '68', CFO/CFG, USMMAAA SF Chapter 707-333-7127
43. Los Angeles / Long Beach Chapter Meeting & Book Presentation
Notice received from: Matt Hartzell ‘94
Happy Holidays mariners! I hope everyone has been able to enjoy the holidays so far! I just wanted to take a moment to wish
everyone a happy new year and remind everyone to mark their calendars for January 18th, which will be our next chapter
meeting. We’re going to be having a presentation from Olaf Engvig. Olaf will be speaking to us about his new book on the history
of global sailing. He is a maritime historian and the father of Ormod Engvig, ’05. He is very engaging and will have copies of the
book for those who are interested following the presentation. I got one for my dad for Christmas and he hasn’t put it down since.
http://www.engvig.com/olaf/legendsinsail/index.shtml
“Olaf Engvig is a noted maritime researcher, especially regarding Norwegian sailing ships. While researching some his previous
sailing history books, Olaf Envig discovered that Norway's distinguished maritime history was not well known in the US. Much of
the documention and scholarly maritime research of the accomplishments of Norwegian ships and her seamen are written in
Norwegian, making more widespread knowledge a challenge. Engvig is hoping that the translation of his latest book into English,
Legends in Sail, will help alleviate this situation.”
“Engvig's admiration for the men and machines of sailing's past and his passion for the preservation of ships and their history are
quite clear in this book of legendary ships. He hopes you'll share some of his awe and love of these majestic sailing ships, full of
interesting stories and glimpses into our past.”
“Liberally laced with photos, paintings, maps and drawings, these visuals help take you back in time. You'll learn a lot even if you
just read the captions, but they make you want to read more to learn the whole story.”
We’re going to be meeting at 1pm in Long beach. I haven’t selected the venue as yet as I want to get a sense of a potential head
count. If you’re interested in attending please RSVP as soon as possible. The venue will be one of several places I have in mind;
all of which will have beverages available for us to help smooth out the sea stories which will likely follow. We will also be inviting
the parents club to join us for this as it will help them develop a sense of the heritage their kids are joining.
Matt Hartzell ’94 – President, USMMA LA/LB alumni chapter 714-920-7072 president.la@kpalumni.com
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44. KP Alumni – Port of Houston Chapter Luncheon & Happy Hour Events
Upcoming event(s) information:
January Luncheon The Houston Club – When: January 31st, 2014 11:30am – 1:00pm
Where: The Houston Club (Downtown), 910 Louisiana Street, Houston, TX 77002
Speaker: Chad Furhmann (KP ’98)
Dynamic Positioning Group Manager Americas at DNV GL
"Chad is considered one of the leading experts in dynamic positioning and will share this knowledge at the luncheon."
Hope you will join us for this exciting topic!
Cost: $30 in advance online, $35 at the door
Directions: http://www.clubcorp.com/Clubs/The-Houston-Club/About-the-Club/Directions-Hours
Big thanks to Rick Marriner for the space! More information and online registration: January Luncheon www.KPHouston.com
DYNAMIC POSITIONING
About Our Speaker: Chad Furhmann (KP ’98)
Dynamic Positioning Group Manager Americas at DNV GL http://www.dnvgl.com/
Chad Fuhrmann's Summary
Marine specialties include Dynamic Positioning (DP) Assurance, Incident/Accident Investigation, gap analyses, Marine Assurance,
operations management, Project Management, military support operations, hazardous waste operations, and a wide variety of
marine engineering consulting functions including FMEA, marine survey, and other facets of the marine industry both shoreside
and afloat.
Progressive project efforts in the development of Proficiency Development Programs for management, support, and operations
personnel in the DP sector as well as class societies, regulatory agencies, government, and investigative bodies.
Innovations in the application of redundancy philosophy outside of Dynamic Positioning sector providing assurance to other
sectors of the marine industry including military applications, cruise ships, towing, and various inland and brown water operations.
Happy Hour - January 16th, 6:00 PM @ Little Woodrows on Shepherd http://littlewoodrows.com/hou_shepherd/
Host: Tim Higgins '12, 513-312-9993 Free Kings Point prizes!
Best regards, USMMA Alumni Association Port of Houston
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45. The Passing of Michael E. Ford (USMMA Class of 1960)
Notice provided by Brian Cody ’88 – President, Central New Jersey Chapter
Alumni and Friends, Today, I received sad new regarding the passing of Mike Ford (Engineer – Class of 1960). Mike was very
active in the Maritime Industry. He was still working as a marine surveyor and had been the Chairman and President of the
Marine Port Engineers Society. Details are provided below. Best Regards, Brian Cody
Forwarded from Paul Hormann (Engineer – Class of 1967): It is with deep sadness I must inform you that my Brother -In-Law,
Michael Ford, has passed away yesterday. He was married to my sister Diane Ford who has been the Society's Administrative
Secretary for over 15 years. Together they were the glue that kept the organization together. As many of you know, Mike was a
Past Chairman of the Board and Past President of the Society. He had always been a strong supporter of the Society and has
been the Society's Secretary Officer for the past eight years. He was also the Chairman of the Technical Committee; arranging
for technical meetings and liaison between the other technical societies, coordinating with their meetings.
I will miss him greatly as I am sure all of us members of the Society will.
His funeral arrangements are as follows:
Michael E. Ford, Barnegat Funeral Home, 841 West Bay Avenue, Barnegat, NJ 08005 (609)660-8282
Visitation is on Wednesday, 8 January, 2014 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm
Church Service, Thu, 9 Jan, 2014, 10:00 am at St. Mary's Church, 747 West Bay Avenue, Barnegat, NJ 08005 (609)698-5541
Obituary
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/mycentraljersey/obituary.aspx?n=michael-eford&pid=168931259&fhid=10618#sthash.iFkqWPLB.dpuf
Michael E. Ford
Michael E. Ford, 75, of Waretown, passed away on January 4, 2014. Born in Washington, DC and raised in Chevy Chase, MD, he
was a 1960 graduate of the United States Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, NY, with a degree in Marine Engineering, and
a 1979 graduate of Bernard M. Baruch College, NY, with a master's degree in International Business. He sailed on license for
Alcoa Steamship Company and then worked ashore with the same company on the engineering staff. He was later with National
Bulk Carriers as Maintenance and Repair Supervisor, Puerto Rico Marine Management as Superintendent Engineer, and Ocean
Service Corp. as Vice President, Marine. He retired in 2004 as Vice President, Marine Design & Operations, Inc. He then
consulted as a marine engineer and surveyor for Lakeford Associates. He maintained an active US Coast Guard Chief Engineer's
license and served his country as an officer in the US Naval Reserve. He was a 47-year member of the Society of Marine Port
Engineers of New York. He served as Chairman of the Board of the SMPE, as well as its President. He was an active member of
the Garden State Theater Organ Society. His faith and community presence was known to all. As a resident of Spring Lake for 30
years, he was an active member of St. Catherine's Parish as a lector and Eucharistic minister. He also was a Scoutmaster for Cub
Scout Pack #31. After moving to Waretown in 2006, he became a lector with St. Mary's Church in Barnegat. His love for the sea
and passion for music were only surpassed by his faith and devotion to his family. His ability to weave a tale, provoke a laugh,
share in a triumph, or assist those in need will be acutely missed by everyone who loved him. He took great joy in family
celebrations, planning adventures, reading to his children and grandchildren, testing his trivia knowledge with friends, and
traveling with his wife wherever their sails guided them.
Surviving are his loving wife Diane V. Ford; two sons, Thomas E. Ford and wife, Kelly, Kevin S. Ford and wife, Mary; one
daughter, Tara, and husband, Stephen Faulkner; one brother, John Charles Ford; three sisters, Kay Victorson, Susan Wiese,
Barbara Dove; two step-sons, Frank Perkins and wife, Barbara, Paul R. Perkins; two step-daughters, Diana and husband, Billy
Chapman, Roslin Moore; ten grandchildren, Olivia, Michael, Mark, Amanda, Natalie, Ashley, Amara, Frankie, Kayla, Lea. He was
preceded in death by his beloved wife of 34 years, Natalie A. Sheridan, in 2001.
Viewing Wed. Jan. 8th from 2-4 & 7-9 PM at Barnegat Funeral Home, 841 W. Bay Ave., Barnegat (www.BarnegatFH.com). Mass
offered Thur. Jan. 9th 10 AM at St. Mary's Church, Barnegat. Interment in St. Catharine Cemetery, Sea Girt. In lieu of flowers,
please donate to the Waretown First Aid Squad at 13 Bryant Road, Waretown, NJ 08758. For more information, visit
www.waretownfirstaid.com Published in Asbury Park Press on Jan. 6, 2014
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46. KPCWDC Luncheon featuring Rear Adm. Thomas K. Shannon
Notice received from: Kate Woods, '08
Good evening all, Hopefully everyone has had a joyous holiday season and successful start to the new year! We were happy to
see all the friendly faces at the Holiday Brunch.
We are hosting an event on January 27th jointly with the state maritime academies and the Propeller Club. The speaker will be
RADM Thomas Shannon from Military Sealift Command. This is a date change from the previous announcement, so please delete
any event you had on January 9th.
Date:
Location:
Monday, January 27, 2014
Phoenix Hotel
520 North Capitol Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20001
Time:
11:30 am Check- In
12:00 am Lunch and Program
Our Speaker: RADM Thomas Shannon, Military Sealift Command
Fare:
$40.00 (Class of 2008 and earlier)
$35.00 (Classes 2009-2013)
Pay by cash or check at the door
RSVP:
KPClubofDC@gmail.com
We look forward to seeing you!
Kate Woods, '08 - Secretary, Kings Point Club of Washington DC KPClubofDC@gmail.com
Rear Adm. Thomas K. Shannon
U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command
Commander
In his current role, Rear Adm. Thomas K. Shannon is the commander of Military Sealift Command.
Shannon graduated from Maine Maritime Academy in 1982 with a Bachelor of Science in Nautical Science, and was
commissioned through the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps program. He attended the Naval War College and received a
Master of Arts degree in National Security and Strategic Studies in March 1998.
Shannon served afloat in USS Jack Williams (FFG 24), USS Nicholson (DD 982), and USS Boone (FFG 28). Afloat staff duty
includes chief staff officer in Destroyer Squadron 14 and surface operations officer in Cruiser Destroyer Group 12. He was
commanding officer of USS De Wert (FFG 45) from September 1999 to April 2001. Shannon served as commanding officer of
USS Vicksburg (CG 69) and air defense commander for the John F. Kennedy Battle Group from March 2004 to March 2006. He
served as commander of Carrier Strike Group One from November 2011 to February 2013.
Ashore, Shannon's assignments included duty as assistant professor of Naval Science at the University of Texas at Austin;
section head in Navy's Joint and Contingency Matters Branch; section head in Navy's Surface Fires Branch; executive assistant to
the Director, Surface Warfare; Pacific Command division chief in the Joint Staff, J-3 Directorate; service on the Office of the
Secretary of Defense staff; and U. S. Pacific Fleet deputy chief of staff for Operations, Training and Readiness.
Shannon's awards include the Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service
Commendation Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, and various
service medals and unit awards.
http://www.msc.navy.mil/leadership/commander.htm
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47. APSI Commences Production of Tanker for Joint Venture with Crowley
Attribution: World Maritime News, January 7, 2014
http://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/101318/usa-apsi-commences-production-of-tanker-for-joint-venture-with-crowley/
Aker Philadelphia Shipyard, Inc. (APSI), the wholly-owned U.S. subsidiary of Aker Philadelphia Shipyard ASA, began
production activities yesterday on the first product tanker that it is building for its joint venture with Crowley.
Crowley and APSI have signed contracts for the first four tankers, with a total contract value of approximately $500 million.
A small ceremony with representatives from Crowley and APSI was held in the shipyard’s Fabrication Shop to commence cutting
on the ship’s first steel plate. That plate will become part of the double hull of the tanker that protects the cargo tanks. When
completed in 2015, the vessel will be 600 feet long and be capable of carrying 50,000 tons of crude oil or refined petroleum
products.
APSI President and CEO, Kristian Rokke, remarked, “We are excited to partner with Crowley to provide safe and reliable long
term transportation options for the growing U.S. petroleum market. APSI has a strong history of building similar product tankers
that are each playing a fundamental role in moving our nation’s energy today.” Mr. Rokke continued, “The cutting of this plate
today is a tangible sign of the work that has been done to deliver on our commitments to customers and shareholders as we
leverage our unique position to build these valuable assets.”
The new 50,000 dwt product tankers are based on a proven Hyundai Mipo Dockyards (HMD) design which incorporates
numerous fuel efficiency features, flexible cargo capability, and the latest regulatory requirements. The vessels will be constructed
with consideration for the use of LNG for propulsion in the future.
APSI is currently constructing two 115,000 dwt crude oil tankers for SeaRiver Maritime, Inc., ExxonMobil Corporation’s U.S.
marine affiliate. Both of these tankers are scheduled for delivery in 2014. APSI also has contracts for two 3,600 TEU
containerships for Matson Navigation which will be delivered in 2018.
48. Great Number of American Marine Fleets Consider Fueling with LNG
Attribution: World Maritime News, January 8, 2014
http://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/101453/great-number-of-american-marine-fleets-consider-fueling-with-lng/
Consistent low-priced natural gas in North America has motivated dozens of marine fleets to consider fueling with LNG.
A recent survey by Zeus Development Corporation has identified 42 vessels under development or evaluation.
“LNG in North America is leapfrogging past Europe into the next technological generation,” noted Zeus Development Corporation
LNG fuel analyst Siyu Chen. “Though the first project (Harvey Gulf’s offshore service vessel, the Harvey Energy) has only recently
been completed, American fleets are already ordering more, larger vessels than almost anywhere else.”
The 42 projects include a broad range of applications, including ferries (17), tankers and bulk carriers (12), offshore service
vessels (6), container vessels (6) and an articulated tug barge. Most plans call for purchasing new ships designed from the
beginning to fuel with LNG rather than converting diesel or bunker-fueled vessels to LNG. However, twelve projects aim to convert
existing vessels.
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This year at the fourth annual World LNG Fuels conference, Jan. 21 to 23, attendees will have an opportunity to hear more about
this market from industry leaders in North America and abroad. With over 70 presenters, including 24 fleet operators, World LNG
Fuels 2014 is the LNG fuel industry’s leading annual gathering.
Zeus Development Corporation, January 8, 2014; Image: Harvey Gulf
49. Maersk's New Americas Company, SeaLand, to Commence in 2015
Attribution: MarineLink.com, Posted by MarineLink, Wednesday, January 8, 2014
Maritime Activity Reports, Inc., 118 E 25th St, New York, NY 10010, USA • Phone: +(1) 212-477-6700 • Fax: +(1) 212-254-6271
http://www.marinelink.com/news/americas-commence-maersks362691.aspx
Ocean transportation company Maersk Line, a unit of the A.P. Moller-Maersk Group, announced today the formation of a regional,
containerized shipping company – SeaLand - dedicated to the intra-Americas market.
Maersk Line in the Panama Canal (Source: A.P. Moller - Maersk)
The new affiliate will have a structure similar to Maersk's other regional carriers such as intra-Asia carrier MCC Transport and
intra-Europe carrier Seago Line. SeaLand will feature knowledgeable, local sales and support personnel positioned in North,
Central and South America, as well as the Caribbean, to meet the unique needs of customers throughout the region. According to
Maersk, the framework will provide greater flexibility and a higher-level of customer-focused service to these local markets.
Maersk Line's existing Intra-Americas service network will be the foundation for SeaLand's ocean products.
This new, independent unit will officially commence operations on January 1, 2015. Maersk Line will begin the transition of their
Intra-Americas business to SeaLand in a phased approach throughout 2014. The newly established team of approximately 240
highly-skilled personnel will begin their new roles by July 1, 2014. SeaLand will be led by Maersk Line veteran, Craig Mygatt, who
will serve as CEO. The company will be headquartered in the United States with exact location to be determined. SeaLand will
share specific Maersk Line operational services, such as finance, land-side operations, and HR.
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"We heard from our customers that they value Maersk Line services but they required greater service stability and commitment.
That's one of the key reasons why we're responding with an improved, restructured solution for the Intra-Americas," commented,
Craig Mygatt, CEO, SeaLand. "We look forward to developing strong, enduring customer relationships as the new SeaLand
organization."
"This reorganization is an investment in our global container business. It enhances and strengthens service in this important and
growing trade region, as well as the future of our overall global service network," said Vincent Clerc, chief trade & marketing
officer, Maersk Line.
Robbert Van Trooijen, Chief Executive, Maersk Line Latin America and Caribbean said, "This new Intra-Americas commitment will
meet the needs of Latin American customers that ask for local, customer specialists that are empowered to act quickly and
respond to changes in the market. We have a long history in this region that will set the foundation for future growth."
50. SUNY Maritime College Seeks President
Attribution: SUNY Maritime College, 6 Pennyfield Avenue, Throggs Neck, NY 10465 718.409.7200, January 8, 2014
http://maritime.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=45626&CNTRNO=0&TSTMP=1389222959504
SUNY Maritime seeks a new President to serve as the chief executive officer responsible for promoting SUNY Maritime’s unique
mission and fulfilling its enormous potential for students and the maritime industries. The new President will report directly to the
Chancellor of the SUNY System and play an active role advocating for the College at the state, federal, and international levels.
Serving as the face of SUNY Maritime College, the new President will lead the College in defining and achieving an ambitious
vision for the future, in fostering strategic relationships that will enhance the College's visibility, strength, and beneficial impact
throughout the world, and lead fundraising initiatives that will advance the institution’s strategic goals and priorities.
The new President will also be expected to foster productive relationships within the SUNY Maritime community, to understand
and promote shared governance with SUNY Maritime faculty, and to work collaboratively with the public employee unions on
campus. In addition, the President will be an active role model to the SUNY Maritime students and be committed to working
toward student success.
For a confidential discussion or to make a nomination, please contact Gary Lowe, Senior Consultant, or Brian Bustin, Senior
Recruitment Specialist, RPA Inc. at 800-992-9277. Applicants may submit a letter of application and CV/Resume only to
SUNYmaritime@rpainc.org. Additional information will be requested as needed.
The first review of candidates will begin on February 10, 2014, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
About SUNY Maritime College:
SUNY Maritime is located on a 55-acre scenic waterfront property on the Throggs Neck peninsula. Fort Schuyler houses the
Stephen B. Luce Library, Maritime Industry Museum, Fort Schuyler Press, and the Center for Simulation and Marine Operations,
including a bridge simulator, electronics navigation, and the radar simulator. The Fort is flanked by a state of the art academic
building now under construction, dining halls, residence halls, lecture halls, recreational and athletic facilities, science and
engineering laboratories, and the President’s residence. Empire State VI, SUNY Maritime’s training ship, provides essential
hands-on training for students.
Complete information available by clicking link:
http://maritime.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=45626&CNTRNO=0&TSTMP=1389222959504
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51. DNV GL Supports Growing Momentum to LNG as Ship Fuel
Attribution: World Maritime News, January 9, 2014
http://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/101540/dnv-gl-supports-growing-momentum-to-lng-as-ship-fuel/
A groundswell of momentum is building in the US around the use of LNG as ship fuel as owners, ports and regulators,
have realized the benefits of this emerging technology.
“It used to be said that LNG was a chicken or egg problem,” says Paal Johansen, who leads DNV GL’s maritime business in the
Americas, “but now it is looking as if we not only have the egg, but the chicken and the henhouse too. As we see this trend grow,
DNV GL is working to ensure that owners can be confident that not only the technology their vessels need has been vetted, but
that the supporting infrastructure and operational practices are well established.”
A combination of rising bunker prices, environmental awareness and regulations, growth in production and developing
infrastructure have served as the tipping point which could see LNG establish itself as a viable primary fuel for commercial vessels
in the US. “The US has tremendous natural gas resources, especially from unconventional sources, and production hit the highest
levels on record in August 2013. Utilising this resource addresses the key concern in shipping – the rising cost of fuel oil, while at
the same time reducing the industry’s impact on the environment,” continues Johansen.
Several owners have made the commitment to switching to LNG, in anticipation of the strictly limited emissions to air allowed
under both the North American Emission Control Area (ECA) requirements and Phase II of California’s Ocean Going Vessel
(OGV) Clean Fuel Regulation. Two owners have already decided to work with DNV GL as they make their first forays into this new
chapter of shipping.
Fuelled by the environmental benefits of LNG, DNV GL has been asked by Crowley Maritime to provide classification services for
its two new LNG-powered ConRo ships to be built at VT Halter Marine in Pascagoula, MS. The ConRo’s will transport both
vehicles and containers between the US and Puerto Rico. The 219.5 meter long vessels will have space for 2400TEU and 400
vehicles, and will meet the DNV GL Green Passport and CLEAN class notation environmental standards.
Another shipowner, Matson has also decided to move forward with the construction of two new Aloha class 3600TEU
containerships at Aker Philadelphia Shipyard with DNV GL as its partner for classification. Designed for service between Hawaii
and the West Coast, the 260.3 meter long vessels will be the largest containership constructed in the US and feature dual fuel
engines and hull forms optimised for energy efficient operations.
“We are proud to have been chosen to support Matson and Crowley on these ground-breaking projects,” says Paal Johansen,
“their vision in taking this step forward will not only enhance their own competitivity, but will prove valuable for the US shipping
industry as a whole. This will also give the yards the opportunity to develop and showcase new competences, while spurring
infrastructure development around the country, on top of which their customers will benefit from access to the latest generation of
highly efficient ship designs.”
Using LNG as fuel allows vessels to make significant cuts to their emissions to the air, bringing them into compliance with
incoming regulations to protect the environment. Virtually eliminating particulate matter and significantly cutting sulphur oxide
(SOx) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions, the switch from conventional fuel also results in up to a 30% reduction of carbon
dioxide, making the vessel especially suited to environmentally sensitive coastal areas.
Ongoing research is also helping to lay a solid foundation for the burgeoning industry, with DNV GL having won a grant from the
US Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) to analyse the issues and challenges associated with LNG
bunkering, and the landside infrastructure needed to store and distribute LNG. DNV GL also recently launched a recommended
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practice for authorities, LNG bunker suppliers and ship operators to provide guidance on how LNG bunkering can be undertaken
in a safe and efficient manner. This is the product of extensive experience of LNG bunkering-related projects over the past
decade, including from the large-scale LNG industry.
Currently, 84 LNG-fuelled ships are in operation or on order worldwide. These range from passenger ferries, Coast Guard patrol
vessels, and container ships to platform supply vessels. Of these 76% are classed by DNV GL.
52. The Passing of Jerry Kryschtal (USMMA Class of 1971)
Notice provided by Kate Woods KP '08 – Secretary, Kings Point Club of Washington, D.C.
Dear Mariners and Friends, It is with great sorrow that I report the recent passing of Jerry Kryschtal, USMMA Class of 1971. Jerry,
a Senior Foreign Service Officer, with the US Agency for International Development (AID), was on assignment in Thailand, where
he unexpectedly died on December 1, 2013. His wife, Barbara Krell, was at his side when Jerry commenced his final voyage.
Jerry also received an MBA from Tulane University's School of Business in 1975.
Barbara and their children, Ed and Pam, will be hosting a Celebration of Life Gathering for Jerry, on Saturday, January 11, 2014,
at the Crystal Place Apartments in Arlington, VA. Barbara's sister, Christine, and her husband, Frank Iwancio, KP '71, will also be
in attendance. Details of time and location follow:
Date: Saturday January 11, 2014 Time: Receiving friends between noon - 5:00 pm
Location: Crystal Place Apartments, Community Room, 1801 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA 22202
FYI… The Crystal Place Apartments are one block from Crystal City Metro Station
Many of the parking garages in the area are free on Saturdays
It is hoped that you will be able to join the Celebration of Life Gathering on Saturday.
Acta Non Verba, Kate Woods KP '08 – Secretary, Kings Point Club of Washington, D.C.
53. American Market Again Chooses MAN B&W ME-GI
Attribution: World Maritime News, January 10, 2014
http://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/101627/american-market-again-chooses-man-bw-me-gi/
Florida-based Crowley Maritime Corporation, the marine solutions, transportation and logistics company, has placed an
order for 2 × ConRo ships. Each vessel will be powered by an MAN B&W 8S70ME-GI8.2 main engine and 3 × MAN
9L28/32DF auxiliary engines.
The ConRo ships – with container Lift-On/Lift-Off (LO/LO) and Roll-On/Roll-Off (RO/RO) – will be built by VT Halter Marine Inc. of
Pascagoula, Mississippi. They will be named ‘El Coquí’ and ‘Taíno’, and are scheduled for delivery in the second and fourth
quarters of 2017, respectively.
The vessels will be two of the world’s first LNG-powered ConRo ships, designed to travel at speeds up to 22 knots, and carry
various sized containers, along with hundreds of vehicles in enclosed, weather-tight car decking.
Crowley states that the vessels will offer customers fast ocean-transit times and, being powered by LNG, will set a new standard
for environmentally responsible shipping.
Tom Crowley, company chairman and CEO, said: “Our investment in these new ships – the first of their kind in the world – is
significant” He continued: “[W]e are developing and using best-available technology that allows for improved emissions and
alternative fuel selection”.
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Crowley selected the high-pressure, Diesel-cycle ME-GI engines due to their high efficiency and power concentration. The MEGI’s ability to avoid derating, and its negligible methane slip, also contributed to its selection.
The new, double-hulled ConRo ships will be 219.5 m long, 32.3 m wide (beam), have a deep draught of 10 m, and an
approximate deadweight capacity of 26,500 metric tonnes. Cargo capacity will be approximately 2,400 teu, with additional space
for nearly 400 vehicles.
Crowley reports that the newbuildings will reduce the amount of CO2 emissions attributable to each container by approximately
38%. Additionally, the ships will meet or exceed all regulatory requirements and have the CLEAN notation, which requires
limitation of operational emissions and discharges, as well as the Green Passport, both issued by classification society Det Norske
Veritas (DNV).
54. Charting Paperless Navigation in U.S. Waters
Attribution: MaritimeToday / Wave Media Int'l Corporation / 01/09/2014
http://www.maritimetoday.com/ShowStory.aspx?StoryID=238642
Pasha Hawaii, SeaRiver Maritime Inc., and perhaps ConocoPhillips will soon share the practice of paperless navigation in U.S.
domestic trades. Each of these three ship owner/operators is managing a transition to paperless navigation at distinctly significant
stages. Their progress opens a window into the evolution of electronic navigation, now taking place worldwide. There are other
U.S. operators on a similar path, to be sure, but the prominence of these three is exemplary.
Early E-Nav Entries …
The M/V Jean Anne (Pasha Hawaii) and the five-ship Polar Tankers fleet (ConocoPhillips) have been equipped for some time with
ECDIS/Planning networks conforming to SOLAS standards for paperless navigation. The M/V Jean Anne has been operated
without paperless charts since delivery (2005), and Marjorie C, due to enter trade in 2014 will certainly follow suit. Meanwhile,
Polar Tankers is in early stages of discussing the value and/or need for choosing either paper or ECDIS instead of both means,
which is their current practice.
In 2014, SeaRiver Maritime will take delivery of two new Aframax tankers fitted with fully integrated bridges including
ECDIS/planning networks. These new ships, the S/R Liberty Bay and S/R Eagle Bay, will replace two older tankers, and join two
others presently fitted with presently only with a single ECDIS meant to support paper-based navigation. But the newbuilds are
creating a change in perspective for an existing SeaRiver ship, the S/R American Progress.
Based on recent internal analyses, SeaRiver management has determined that there is less risk to navigational safety by using
one or the other, paper or ENCs, than using both at the same time. SeaRiver management has now decided to transition their
updated fleet to paperless navigation. This means the ships to remain in service will be retrofitted with SOLAS-compliant
ECDIS/planning networks by 2015. All four ships will be operated without paper.
Separately, Polar Tankers is presently embarking on a similar internal navigation safety risk analysis. The direction that they will
take with their fleet is not finalized yet.
Charting the Way Forward
The navigational safety issues being managed by these three companies raise a discussion that is pertinent to domestic maritime
operations. For example, physical installations may exceed international requirements despite the absence of domestic
implementation of these requirements, and despite the complexities of retrofitting new network technologies and sensor interfaces
into older bridges.
Training issues must be identified and addressed prior to a full transition. These require a fleet wide scope. They also point to an
apparent incompleteness of prior so-called generic ECDIS training, and invite the prospect of an ECDIS refresher course on a
repeating cycle.
Exceeding the current IMO standard, such a course would likely focus on the development and practice of bridge procedures, risk
mitigation, comprehensive proficiency in ECDIS-based navigation in solo as well as team modes, and total familiarization with the
ECDIS network as installed. Again, this will arise despite the absence of domestic training regulations or guidance. In fact,
unofficial projections for implementation of STCW-2010 training requirements may not occur before 2016.
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So Many Variables: No Easy Answers
Navigation practices that are presently commonplace with Pasha Hawaii will immediately apply to SOLAS-compliant newbuild
deliveries in 2014. But these practices also include the inevitable replacement, and probable loss, of manual paper plotting skills.
The replacement skills, in general, amount to visual-electronic correlation skills. These are not yet, or ever likely to be, included in
domestic licensing examinations. With regard to safe navigational watchstanding, the relevance of such traditional licensing
diverges ever further from needed competence.
On the other hand, paperless navigation leaves little or no opportunity to practice traditional analog backup methods. Without
paper charts on board, the only rehearsal can occur on an ECDIS display with manual LOP functionality. This would have limited
practicality in daily operations, somewhat akin to radar transfer plotting.
Going paperless depends on ENCs for the areas transited, not only the completeness of coverage, but also with regard to survey
quality and currency in critical areas, but also in presentation. Metric conversions can create hesitant understanding on ENCs built
from U.S. survey data. Older surveys typically lack sufficient depth contour resolution or density for deep draft ships entering U.S.
ports, most of which are estuarine. New York harbor surveys, for example, offer depth contours of 2, 3, 5 and 10 fathoms, which
leaves a challenging safe water portrayal on an ENC set up of a draft of 6 fathoms. NOAA’s Marine Chart Division is presently
discussing the addition to critical ENC cells of a 15m curve. But, this would require painstaking review of original survey data.
Beyond this, other curves may be more useful, metric or imperial.
Among many other considerations for the replacement ENC portfolio is the operational decision to procure cells through a SENC
service linked to the ECDIS Planning unit in the bridge network, complete with licensing pass-through and regular updating,
potentially through a satellite link for full automation, or to procure cells through a more manual means. Either way, consistency
across a fleet is an important consideration.
Hybrid practices – ECDIS used to support paper navigation – already include the use of Print on Demand (POD) paper charts,
where subsequent corrections are applied manually, and routes are drawn in pencil rather than inked and taped over. Given the
shorter lifecycle of the POD in service on board, there is little surprise at the sunset of lithograph paper charts next April. The
concern with hybrid practices is that neither the paper-based navigation nor the ECDIS-based support is being done thoroughly.
There are apparent gaps occurring in both, and the gaps vary across the population of watch officers. Management sees this as
raising the probability of a safety-critical incident. This can be controlled by detailed fleet procedures for a single navigational
method applied fleet wide. With the investment in integrated bridge systems on their newbuilds, SeaRiver has opted to fit out the
other two like the new ones.
This decision could be viewed as tacit recognition that adding ECDIS navigation to traditional paper-based practices is both
burdensome to the watch, and does not necessarily add safety in a consistent manor. Although scientific studies on this effect are
rare, anecdotally, this is no surprise amongst navigating mariners since the mid 1990’s, especially with the advent of ECS and
raster or proprietary vector charts.
Real Life: Actual Practice
Mariners go on watch intending, like most professionals, to carry out their duties correctly. When workloads become
unmanageable, equipment is unfamiliar, and procedures unclearly defined (often undefined over the years in the case of ECDIS),
then corners are cut. Position plots and DR’s and ‘set & drift’ calculations may be left undone, with the assumption that the
ECDIS/ECS has the solutions, leaving decision making deceptively less informed when the digital systems are poorly set up.
To develop and rehearse paperless navigation procedures and skills, SeaRiver management intends to take on ECDIS refresher
training in a 5-year cycle. Considering what is in store for the advancement of ENC data transfer standards, as S-101, such
refresher training will likely gain a relevance not seen before in the maritime profession. In 5-7 years, the transition will begin from
S-57 to S-101. The new ENC format will allow many technical changes directly affecting the usefulness and presentation of chartrelated information. Besides making readable external files such as dredged channel survey depths, S-101 will contain the facility
to allow continual development of additional applications. What this means to ECDIS manufacturers is the development of an
updated version that meets an as-yet unwritten new Performance Standard to adopt S-101. What this means to hydrographic
offices (HO) is that existing S-57 data will be provided to the user pre-converted to S-101, so as to be readable in the new ECDIS
version. At the same time, HO’s will be facing the prospect of creating new S-101 cells, however incrementally. Refresher ECDIS
training will be an understatement.
Regulatory Uncertainty
In 2004, Congress amended the Ports and Waterways Safety Act of 1972 broadly requiring the use of electronic charts in
navigable waters of the U.S., allowing for individual vessel exemptions and waivers, and directed the USCG to implement this
addition to the law before 2007 (33 U.S.C. 1223(a)). The USCG implemented portions of the PWSA beginning in 1983 as
33CFR160 with amendments as recent as 2011, but without addressing the use of electronic charts.
In the absence of such rulemaking, the USCG, ironically, is able to grant waivers to allow for paperless navigation by SOLAS
classed ships sailing domestically under US flag. The rule that would allow this has been in place (33CFR164.55) since 1977 for
navigation safety regulations in general, and since 1951 for waivers of navigational compliance (33CFR19.01). Soon there may be
some prominent shipping companies who will make use of this. All of it will impact domestic operators – no matter where and on
what platform they sail on.
(As published in the December 2013 edition of Marine News - www.marinelink.com)
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55. Navy to Christen Fourth Joint High Speed Vessel
Attribution: Navy News Service, Navy.mil Underway, Story Number: NNS140109-08Release 1/9/2014
From Department of Defense http://www.navy.mil/submit/display.asp?story_id=78546
WASHINGTON -- The Navy will christen Joint High Speed Vessel (JHSV) Fall River Jan. 11, during a 10 a.m. CST ceremony in
Mobile, Ala.
MOBILE, Ala. (May 20, 2013) Capt. Stephen Mitchell, left, Michael Tweed-Kent, Doc Selvie, Diane Patrick, Craig Perciaville, Dave
Growden, and Mark Deskins pose for a photograph during the keel laying ceremony for the joint high speed vessel Fall River
(JHSV 4). (U.S. Navy photo courtesy of Austal USA/Released)
Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus will deliver the ceremony's principal address. Diane Patrick, the first lady of Massachusetts, will
serve as the ship's sponsor.
Upon delivery to the U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command (MSC), Fall River will be designated as a United States naval ship
(USNS), and will have a core crew of 21 civilian mariners who will operate and navigate the ship.
"The christening of USNS Fall River marks the culmination of the hard work, skill and dedication of the hundreds of shipyard
workers who have labored tirelessly to produce this modern marvel," Mabus said. "This highly-advanced platform not only
represents a key part of our Navy's future, but also celebrates the long and proud partnership enjoyed by the U.S. Navy and the
state of Massachusetts; a partnership dating back to the founding of the service."
The future USNS Fall River, the fourth Spearhead-class JHSV, will be the second ship to bear this name in honor of the city of Fall
River, Mass., and the service of the men and women from that city.
USNS Fall River (JHSV 4) - Photo Courtesy http://unitpages.military.com/unitpages/unit.do?id=888609
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56. Mobile Chapter Luncheon January 13, 2014
Notice received from: Shane Nolen ‘93
Reminder: Monthly alumni lunch meeting - 13JAN2014 - noon at Ed's Seafood on the Causeway.
Ed’s Seafood Shed, 3382 Battleship Parkway, Spanish Fort, Alabama 36527 (251) 625-1947
ACTA NON VERBA!
Shane Nolen ‘93
Mobile Chapter President
Office: 251-621-6002 | Cell: 251-533-1135
Email: snolenkp93@gmail.com
Fraternally,
Gary
Gary G. Hicks ‘76
Chairman & President
USMMA KP Alumni - Chapter Presidents Alliance, Inc.
Fortune Center, 42 Idlewild Street, Bel Air, MD 21014
Tel: 410-420-0080 E-mail: kpa-cpa@kpa-cpa.com
Web: http://www.kpa-cpa.com
Cell: (410) 652-8141
KPA-CPA
"Tell America!” “Tell America About Kings Point and the U.S. Merchant Marine!”
Northeast & International - Canada East - Regional Vice Chairman - Richard J. Roche '81 (Central NY Chapter)
Mid-Atlantic & International - East – Regional Vice Chairman - Tim Sumner '66 (Delaware Shore Chapter)
Southeast & International - Caribbean - Regional Vice Chairman - Captain Ronald L. Campana ’71 (New Orleans Chapter)
Southwest & International - Latin America - Regional Vice Chairman - Captain John G. Peterlin III '76 (Galveston Bay-Brazosport Chapter)
Mid-Continent & International - Canada Central - Regional Vice Chairman - Robert H. Cooper '77 (Central Ohio Chapter)
Pacific & International - West - Regional Vice Chairman – Kenneth J. Fidyk '71 (Santa Barbara /Ventura County Chapter)
MISSION
"The Chapters shall exist to serve, assist and perpetuate the United States Merchant Marine Academy, its Regiment of Midshipmen, faculty,
staff, alumni and the United States Merchant Marine. It shall foster and encourage the development of the Academy and the Merchant Marine,
and shall enhance the prestige thereof by acquisition, preservation and dissemination of information pertaining to their history, activities,
methods and objectives, and shall render moral support and material aid thereunto.”
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