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Friday, 11 December 2009 16:07 |
(JACKSONVILLE; December 10, 2009) During the recent Workboat Show, Crowley was recognized for its environmental initiatives, receiving second place for the Environmental Management Plan Award. The company was also awarded a Significant Boat of 2009 Award for the Nachik/Sesok.
The environmental award was developed to recognize businesses and government agencies operating in the U.S. maritime industry that have successfully incorporated environmentally sustainable practices into their operations. The awards committee was comprised of industry, environmental, regulatory and media representatives.
Crowley's environmental stewardship is exemplified by the industry certifications and numerous accolades it has received. Recent examples are Crowley's certification to the international standard ISO 14001 Environmental Management System; certification to the Articulated Tug barge (ATB) 650-3 by Lloyd's Register Group under its Green Passport program; and special recognition by several prestigious government organizations of Crowley's environmental stewardship - including the Chamber of Shipping of America, the U.S. Coast Guard's William Benkert award for environmental excellence, Washington Department of Ecology Exceptional Compliance Program and the Pacific States/British Columbia Oil Spill Task Fore Legacy Award.
Each year, WorkBoat magazine also recognizes new boats for design or technological advances, speed, style, etc. The Nachik and Sesok are sister tug boats operating in the Alaska river system. The Nachik, which means "hair seal" and the Sesok, which means "beluga whale" in the Alaska Native Inupiaq language, were jointly designed by Crowley and Diversified Marine. The boats are 1,362 horsepower triple-screw diesel powered tugs equipped to safely propel petroleum/freight barges in river systems throughout Alaska. They were designed to operate in Alaska's rivers and coastal regions where operations are challenging due to restricted drafts and a lack of docking infrastructure. These boats are outfitted for both barge handling and ocean towing service. Designed with raised pilothouses, the 1,362 horsepower tugs are equipped to safely maneuver fuel/freight barges throughout the state.
"One reason that the Nachik/Sesok were selected as one of WorkBoat's 2009 Significant Boats was because of the versatile design that allows the tugs to be used for both river and ocean towing," said David Krapf, editor in chief of WorkBoat magazine. "With 1,350 horsepower and a draft of less than four feet, these tugs can push up to three combination barges in very challenging conditions."
Jacksonville-based Crowley Holdings Inc., a holding company of the 117-year-old Crowley Maritime Corporation, is a privately held family and employee-owned company. The company provides diversified transportation and logistics services in domestic and international markets by means of six operating lines of business: Puerto Rico/Caribbean Liner Services, Latin America Liner Services, Logistics Services, Petroleum Services, Marine Services and Technical Services. Offered within these operating lines of business are the following services: liner container shipping, logistics, contract towing and transportation; ship assist and escort; energy support; salvage and emergency response through its TITAN Salvage subsidiary; vessel management; vessel construction and naval architecture through its Jensen Maritime subsidiary; government services, and petroleum and chemical transportation, distribution and sales. Additional information about Crowley, its subsidiaries and business units may be found on the Internet at www.crowley.com.
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Pictured above (L to R): Daniel Cavalier, senior naval architect and Ray Martus, director of engineering, accepted the awards on Crowley's behalf.
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Friday, 11 December 2009 14:22 |
SEATTLE, December 11, 2009 - Marine industry observers have once again singled out Foss Maritime for its cutting edge environmental commitment, honoring the company for its strategic "zero trace" environmental management plan and the successful launch of the world's first hybrid tug.
Foss officials received three awards at the annual International WorkBoat Show this month in New Orleans, including:
- First place in the prestigious "Comprehensive Environmental Management Plan" category, which WorkBoat officials awarded for the first time this year. The award recognizes companies that voluntarily institute comprehensive, strategic environmental management plans that go further than existing state and federal regulations.
- Second place in the "Environmental Initiative" category, which went to Foss' Green Assist™ Hybrid Tug. The hybrid tug is now working out of San Pedro Bay in the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger recently cited the hybrid during a ceremony with Lisa Jackson, administrator of the federal Environmental Protection Agency.
- Recognition of the hybrid tug as one of WorkBoat's "10 Significant Boats of 2009".
Gary Faber, Foss president and COO, said the company is grateful for the broader maritime industry's recognition of its innovative approach to the environment: "We are honored that our industry peers have chosen to focus on Foss. The environment is a core value at Foss and we want to take a comprehensive, strategic approach to protecting it. It's what our customers expect; it's also what we as individuals expect."
In winning the "Comprehensive Environmental Management Program" award, Foss was recognized for its "Zero Trace" corporate goal and its comprehensive ISO 14001 environmental management program which includes its entire fleet and office buildings. Foss will seek ABS certification for this program during the first quarter of 2010. The program emphasizes continuous improvement and innovation as the blueprint to achieve the zero trace goal. The ISO 14001 program goes beyond federal, state and local regulations, moving from compliance to proactive prevention of environmental impacts on air, land and water. Foss has been recognized for its environmental stewardship before, receiving the USCG Admiral William M. Benkert Marine Environmental protection Award Gold Level in 2008.
Foss' "Environmental Initiative" award is for building and operating the world's first hybrid harbor tug. The vessel, named the Carolyn Dorothy, was also named one of the "10 Significant Boats of 2009". The hybrid was built using a groundbreaking cost effective technology designed specifically for the maritime industry.
The hybrid system combines smaller diesel main engines with auxiliary engines/generators, motor generators, and batteries to power the vessel. The boat has the flexibility to operate in multiple configurations and delivers 5,080 horsepower and over 60 tons of bollard pull.
This technology reduces all forms of pollution because it reduces fuel consumption and allows more efficient combustion.
This tug is also the first in North America to receive Lloyd's Register Green Passport certification. Foss was previously awarded the EPA's Clean Air Excellence Award for Clean Air technology for the hybrid tug. | |
| About Foss Maritime CompanyFounded in 1889, Seattle-based Foss Maritime offers a complete range of maritime services and project management to customers across the Pacific Rim, Europe, South America and around the globe. The company has harbor services and transportation operations in all major U.S. West Coast ports, including the Columbia and Snake River system. With one of the largest fleets of tugs and barges on the American West Coast, Foss operates two shipyards and offers worldwide marine transportation, emphasizing safety, environmental responsibility and high-quality service. See www.foss.com for more information. | | |
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