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1 Volume 81, No. 5 May 2017 The Voice of Port Industries The Virginia Maritime Association (VMA) honored Mrs. Shirley G. Roebuck with the 2017 “Distinguished Service Award” and Secretary Todd P. Haymore as the “Port Champion.” The VMA is honored to have the services of Mrs. Roebuck, President and Chief Executive Officer of Gilco Properties, Inc., since March 15, 1976. Mrs. Roebuck has built a successful and venerated business providing freight transportation services to customers of the Port of Virginia, and has represented with integrity and distinction the interests of motor carriers serving Virginia’s ports and the broader maritime industry. Through her generous professional and personal contributions as a business community leader, Mrs. Roebuck has played an instrumental role in fostering a spirit of cooperation and collaboration that has contributed to the advancements that position Virginia’s ports to become the preeminent ports on the U.S. East Coast. DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD & PORT CHAMPION AWARD PRESENTED AT THE 97 TH ANNUAL MARITIME BANQUET Shirley Roebuck, President and CEO, Gilco Trucking, Inc. and Raymond Newlon, President, VMA Secretary of Commerce and Trade for the Commonwealth of Virginia, Todd P. Haymore, was named the 2017 “Port Champion” for his service and readiness to assist the Commonwealth of Virginia. Secretary Haymore created a global infrastructure of foreign trade offices marketing and promoting Virginia’s diversified portfolio of agricultural and forestry products during his time as Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry (2010-2016). Secretary Haymore has been instrumental in positioning Virginia to become the largest state on the East Coast for agriculture and forestry product exports. Throughout his career in the public and private sectors, Secretary Haymore has traveled domestically and abroad; promoting the Commonwealth and helping open new markets to Virginia businesses, his efforts have contributed significantly to growth in domestic and international trade through Virginia’s ports. Sincere appreciation is expressed to both Mrs. Roebuck and Secretary Haymore for their readiness to assist the Maritime Industry in promoting, protecting, and encouraging commerce through Virginia’s ports. Secretary Todd Haymore and Raymond Newlon, President, VMA COSCO DEVELOPMENT MAKES HISTORY – FUTURE IS DEEPER, WIDER, SAFER NORFOLK. May 8, 2017 marked a historic moment when the COSCO Development sailed into Virginia’s port as the largest ship to have called on the U.S. East Coast. This milestone is the result of the efforts of so many from our port community to prepare the Port of Virginia. “With your support, the Virginia Maritime Association will continue to lead the call for the Deeper, Wider, Safer waterways necessary to handle the ever-larger ships of the future,” stated David White, VMA- Vice-President. The Virginia Maritime Association was honored to partner with The Port of Virginia to “Welcome A New Era” with the COSCO Developments arrival celebrating with many of our maritime stakeholders. The port has been gearing up for this size of ships for years. “The talk is over, the big ships are here,” John Reinhart, CEO and Executive Director of (continued on page 2)
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Volume 81, No. 5 May 2017The Voice of Port Industries
The Virginia Maritime Association (VMA) honored Mrs. Shirley G. Roebuck with the 2017 “Distinguished Service Award” and Secretary Todd P. Haymore as the “Port Champion.”
The VMA is honored to have the services of Mrs. Roebuck, President and Chief Executive Offi cer of Gilco Properties, Inc., since March 15, 1976. Mrs. Roebuck has built a successful and venerated business providing freight t r a n s p o r t a t i o n services to customers of the Port of Virginia, and has represented with integrity and
distinction the interests of motor carriers serving Virginia’s ports and the broader maritime industry. Through her generous professional and personal contributions as a business community leader, Mrs. Roebuck has played an instrumental role in fostering a spirit of cooperation and collaboration that has contributed to the advancements that position Virginia’s ports to become the preeminent ports on the U.S. East Coast.
DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD & PORT CHAMPION AWARD
PRESENTED AT THE 97TH ANNUAL MARITIME BANQUET
Shirley Roebuck, President and CEO, Gilco Trucking, Inc. and Raymond Newlon,
President, VMA
Secretary of Commerce and Trade for the Commonwealth of Virginia, Todd P. Haymore, was named the 2017 “Port Champion” for his service and readiness to assist the Commonwealth of Virginia. Secretary Haymore created a global infrastructure of foreign trade offi ces marketing and promoting Virginia’s diversifi ed portfolio of agricultural and forestry products during his time as Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry (2010-2016). Secretary Haymore has been instrumental in positioning Virginia to become the largest state on the East Coast for agriculture and forestry product exports. Throughout his career in the public and private sectors, Secretary Haymore has traveled domestically and abroad; promoting the Commonwealth and helping open new markets to Virginia businesses, his efforts have contributed signifi cantly to growth in domestic and international trade through Virginia’s ports.
Sincere appreciation is expressed to both Mrs. Roebuck and Secretary Haymore for their readiness to assist the Maritime Industry in promoting, protecting, and encouraging commerce through Virginia’s ports.
Secretary Todd Haymore and Raymond Newlon, President, VMA
COSCO DEVELOPMENT MAKES HISTORY – FUTURE IS DEEPER, WIDER, SAFER NORFOLK. May 8, 2017 marked a historic moment when the COSCO Development sailed into Virginia’s port as the largest ship to have called on the U.S. East Coast. This milestone is the result of the efforts of so many from our port community to prepare the Port of Virginia. “With your support, the Virginia Maritime Association will continue to lead the call for the Deeper, Wider, Safer waterways necessary to handle the ever-larger ships of the future,” stated David White, VMA- Vice-President.
The Virginia Maritime Association was honored to partner with The Port of Virginia to “Welcome A New Era” with the COSCO Developments arrival celebrating with many of our maritime stakeholders. The port has been gearing up for this size of ships for years. “The talk is over, the big ships are here,” John Reinhart, CEO and Executive Director of (continued on page 2)
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OFFICERSChairman of the Board
Shirley G. Roebuck
PresidentRaymond A. Newlon
Vice PresidentsMichael W. Coleman
Scott Wheeler
Rolf A. Williams
Executive Vice President & Secretary Arthur W. Moye, Jr.
Treasurer Judy M. Barrett
Assistant Treasurer Keith Helton
STAFFVice President David C. White
Controller Sam Davis
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the Virginia Port Authority. “Our partnership with labor, our modern terminals, our effi ciency and our deep water – all these assets that we have been discussing and investing in are now coming to focus.”
“Not only are there more products coming here, but more job opportunities, this is just the beginning for Virginia,” stated VA Secretary of Transportation Aubrey Layne on the occasion.
Our 50-foot channels allowed the COSCO Development to call the Port of Virginia, and we are the only East Coast port with Congressional authorization to dredge to 55 feet! Learn more about “55 in 5,” and how to contribute as a member by visiting www.vamaritime.com.
A short video of the celebration can be viewed from the VAmaritime.com homepage, produced by Rubin Communications.
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COSCO DEVELOPMENT MAKES HISTORY –
FUTURE IS DEEPER, WIDER, SAFER
FORNAZOR NAMED PORT OF VIRGINIA
SHIPPER OF THE YEAR
The Virginia Port Authority named Fornazor International the Shipper of the Year for 2017. The announcement and presentation were made during the Virginia Maritime Association International Trade Symposium on May 11, 2017.
New Jersey-based Fornazor is a steadily growing exporter of agricultural commodities that has been exporting its products through The Port of Virginia for nearly 30 years.
“Fornazor is always looking for innovative opportunities to grow business at the Port of Virginia and collaborate operationally,” Reinhart said. “Their work and innovation equates to growth and the port is one of the benefi ciaries.”
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Opening Speaker, Bill Ralph kicked off the 14th Annual Interna onal Trade Symposium by speaking on “Global Economic & Trade Outlook: A Game Changer for the U.S.?” The rest of the day’s speakers addressed the following topics:
Alison Leavi of Wine and Spirits Shippers Associa on, Panel 1
Panel 1 : Michael Khouri, Greg Tuthill (CMA CGM LLC), Alison Leavi , Charles Smith (Consultant), & Hayes Howard (American Shipper)
Michael Khouri, Federal Mari me Commission, Panel 1
A YEAR OF TRANSITION
Panel 2: Moderator Ka e Carney (Livingston Interna onal) with speakers; Andy Street (Hyster-Yale), David Newton (DAMCO Maersk), Cornelia Steinert (Canon Virginia), and off -screen, Allen Campbell (Givens, Inc.).
PANEL 1: “Ocean Carrier Roule e, Welcome to 2017” PANEL 2: “The New Supply Chain Model: What’s Driving Logis cs?” PANEL 3: “Open or Shut: A New Age of Trade Policy”
Panel 3: In center, moderator Evelyn Suarez (The Suarez Firm) with speakers; Damien Levie, (European Union Delega on), Karen Antebi (Ministry of the Economy of Mexico), Yuri Unno (Toyota Motor North America, Inc.), and John Magnus, (TradeWins LLC).
Allen Campbell, Panel 2
Art MoyeExecu ve Vice President of VMA
Bill Ralph, R.K. Johns & Associates Involved Audience
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14TH INTERNATIONAL TRADE SYMPOSIUM
The Honorable Aubrey Layne, Jr. Secretary of Transpora on (le ), speaks during the luncheon on the subject of, “Suppor ng Momentum at the Port of Virginia.”
Deputy Administrator of the Panama Canal Authority, Manuel E. Benitez. H. (right) shares with banquet guests key informa on on the future of the Panama Canal.
The VMA would like to thank our a endees, speakers, partners, sponsors, and staff for making our week of events (Mari me Mixer, Symposium, Annual Banquet, and Golf Ou ng) successful!
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
CELEBRATE
VIP Recep on
VIP Recep onVMA’s David White and Ashley McLeod with Sec. LayneDel. Holcomb & Lt.Gov. Northam
Symposium A endeesSen. Lewis & Banquet Guests
THE HEAD TABLE
Color Guard Coast Guard Special Ceremonial DetailNa onal Anthem sung by Jalyn Dio, Salem High School
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AND 97TH ANNUAL MARITIME BANQUET
The Mari me Mixer
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ASSOCIATION IN ACTION
COMMITTEE UPDATE
April found VMA promoting and representing its membership across several areas, beginning with an industry update given to the Norfolk Economic Development Authority.
The Association holds seats on numerous government boards and committees. In April, VMA participated in meetings of the U.S. Coast Guard Area Maritime Security Committee and two of its subcommittees, the Marine Transportation System Planning Subcommittee and the Cyber Security Subcommittee. VMA also participated in meetings of the Virginia Institute of Marine Sciences Advisory Board and the Virginia Offshore Wind Development Authority.
VMA’s Art Moye is the current president of the National Association of Maritime Organizations (NAMO) and he presided during its semi-annual meeting April 11 & 12 in Washington, D.C. NAMO is comprised of maritime-related organizations throughout the United States and represents its members at a national level in all matters affecting foreign or domestic waterborne commerce using U.S. ports. The agenda included updates and discussions on topics that
included the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers & Dredging Funds, Customs & Border Protection Programs, NOAA Navigation Programs, and the Animal & Plant Health Inspection Service.
VMA continued its involvement in progressive meetings with U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) representatives to inform their work developing a voluntary tool to quantify supply chain and other direct economic impacts of weather related disruptions on the Hampton Roads region’s transportation infrastructure. This included an extensive port tour and overview of the diversity of business activities along our port’s waterways.
State of the Port addresses delivered by John Reinhart, CEO & Executive Director of the Virginia Port Authority, were hosted in VMA’s Central Virginia Chapter in Richmond and in Front Royal by the new Shenandoah Valley Chapter. Both events were well attended and built momentum for the growth of the chapters.
STRATEGIC PLANNING (April 3 & 12): The committee concluded a review of the status of the goals and specifi c objectives from the 5-year plan for the years 2012-2017. In March, the membership provided valuable insights through a survey and the survey results were thoroughly discussed and considered in the context of strategic planning. The next step was to begin a Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats analysis of the Association.
CARGO OWNERS (April 6): The inaugural meeting of the Data and Technology Subcommittee was held to begin exploring ways information, data, and technological resources can improve port operations and overall logistics to make the Port of Virginia more competitive. The focus of the fi rst meeting was a discussion of current plans and possible improvements as the Virginia Port Authority moves forward with converting all their facilities to the Navis (N4) terminal operating system. This included a discussion of plans for the new PRO-PASS system.
TOWING & BARGE OPERATORS (April 12): Following regular agenda updates and reminders, the committee reviewed a recent Coast Guard policy letter regarding new regulations governing tugs under Subchapter M. Other topics included updates on current dredging activities, operational issues at certain bridges, the completion and publication of the Atlantic Coast Port Access Route Study and upcoming meetings and activities.
INTERNATIONAL TRADE SYMPOSIUM (April 21): The emphasis during April was coordinating the presenting speakers and panels and promoting event registrations. The committee conducted fi nal planning and preparations, working toward a successful delivery of one of VMA’s signature events, the International Trade Symposium (ITS).
CENTRAL VA- Met April 25th, discussing the growth in chapter membership, communication of chapter news and to plan future gatherings, including a fall Mixer.
The Central Chapter will hold their next meeting on Monday, June 12th, 11:00. Location TBD.
SHENANDOAH VALLEY- Held their inaugural meeting on April 26th. Chairman Devon Anders, lead discussion in establishing the goals and objectives for the chapter, including outreach to potential member businesses and organizations with whom to partner.
The Valley Chapter will hold its next meeting on June 21st, 11:00am at Virginia Inland Port.
REGIONAL CHAPTER NEWS
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MEMBERSHIP NEWS
THREE WAYS TO BOOST SAFETY
East Beach Marine SupplyMarine Supplies Store3841 C. E. Little Creek RoadNorfolk, VA 23518
Mr. Mark T. Ballard, Sales DirectorPhone: (757) 583-3100e-mail: fmark@eastbeachmarine supply.com
IMS Transport Solutions Drayage, Brokerage & Logistics Management265 Industrial Way West Eastontown, NJ 07724
Mr. James A. Frostick, Vice President, Sales & MarketingPhone: (732) 500-5202e-mail: [email protected]: www.imstransport.com
Branscome Inc. (cont’d)Contractors and Construction Supplies/Equipment432 McLaws CircleWilliamsburg, VA 23185
Mr. Chris Spates, Business Development(Future Leader)Phone: (757) 625-6001e-mail: [email protected]: www.branscome.com
Moran NorfolkTowing and Transportation (shipdocking and or Barges)1901 Brown AvneueNorfolk, VA 23505
Mr. Ken Flowers, Port CaptainPhone: (757) 625-6001e-mail: ken.fl [email protected]: www.morantug.com
JLLCommercial Real EstateWorld Trade Center, 101 W. Main Street, Suite 7770Norfolk, VA 23510
Ms. Kris Kennedy(Future Leader)Phone: (757) 965-2390e-mail: [email protected]
How do you defi ne safety in the workplace? Not all industries require a person’s life to be put on the line. Does that mean workplace safety does not apply to those jobs? There are many other types of safety incidents aside from physical injury.
To accountants and bankers, safety is tied to numerical accuracy; to educators, safety could mean taking care to protect the curiosity of young people; in healthcare, safety has a lot to do with creating habits that affect those who receive care (the patients) more so than those who deliver care (the employees). As such, safety is also about minimizing human error.
Renowned safety expert Lucien Leape once said: Incompetent people are, at most, 1% of the problem. The other 99% are good people trying to do a good job who make very simple mistakes and it’s the processes that set them up to make these mistakes.
Everyone makes mistakes, but there are things that we can do to minimize their occurrence. Safety training is important, but it’s only as effective as the employees are engaged—are willing to go the extra mile, take personal ownership for the quality of their work, and are proud of their jobs.
Highly engaged employees are more likely to take error prevention practices seriously, and improving employee engagement is often the most effective way to ensure processes don’t set people up for failure. This is true whether you are trying to avoid physical injuries or other costly errors.
Three ways to improve employee engagement are to:1. Let employees know their contribution is meaningful2. Recognize people for a job well done3. Treat everyone with dignity and respect
Safety isn’t just about providing training. It involves keeping employees happy, healthy, and motivated. No matter how safety is defi ned in your organization, it cannot be achieved unless employees are committed and involved.
Contributed by Sara Aridas, Safety & Leadership SolutionsA Member-Only Benefi t: See VAmaritime.com/memberbenefi ts
NEW MEMBERS ADDITIONAL REPRESENTATIVES (CONT’T)
ADDITIONAL REPRESENTATIVESBranscome Inc.Contractors and Construction Supplies/Equipment2150 Ashland RoadRichmond, VA 23146
Oscar G. Adams, Trucking and Shop Supervisor(Future Leader)Phone: (757) 229-2504e-mail: [email protected]
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P.O. Box 3487Norfolk, Virginia 23510
Customs Brokers & Int’l Freight Forwarders Assn.
CONTACT: Barbara Meinhardt • 533-9668
Hampton Roads Coal Association
CONTACT: Joe DeMatteo • 876-5187
Hampton Roads Global Commerce Council
CONTACT: Sarah J. McCoy • 683-2128
www.hrgcc.org
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PRESORTED STANDARDU.S. POSTAGE PAID
NORFOLK, VAPERMIT NO. 1930
Hampton Roads Traffi c Club
CONTACT: Melinda Dollar-Baank • 397-9203
www.HamptonRoadsTraffi cClub.org
Propeller Club - Port of Norfolk
CONTACT: Noel Stokes • 540-850-7977
www.PropellerClubNorfolk.org
Tidewater Motor Truck Association
CONTACT: Frank Borum • 494-0276
Marilynn Ryan • 354-9146
Nicole Sapienza • 810-1047
Virginia Ship Repair Association
CONTACT: Sylvia Bell • 233-7034
www.VirginiaShipRepair.org
CLUB CONTACTS:
S I LV E R A N C H O R S
Anders Williams Ship Agency
CBRE | Hampton Roads
CV International, Inc.
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co.
Pender & Coward, P.C.
SeaGate Terminals, LLC
SunTrust Bank
Técnico Corporation
Wells Fargo Bank
Western Fumigation
The Zydron Law Firm, P.L.L.C
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G O L D E N A N C H O R S
Bay Diesel & Generator
T. Parker Host, Inc.
Port City Transportation
VHB
Vandeventer Black LLP
VA Economic Development Partnership
Virginia Pilot Association
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